Tuesday, March 31, 2026, we had the pleasure of attending the grand opening of the new Vacheron Constantin Miami flagship boutique. As Miami continues to solidify itself as one of the most important cities in the world for serious watch collectors, Vacheron Constantin just made the boldest statement yet—a brand new two-story flagship boutique at 114 NE 40th Street in the heart of the Miami Design District.
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The panda dial chronograph is one of watchmaking's most contested formats. The Rolex Daytona made it iconic. The Omega Speedmaster made it accessible. Zenith's El Primero made it first. But the Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph ref. 5520V/210A-B686may have made it definitive.
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Porsche Design has officially opened its new Timepieces Manufaktur in Grenchen, Switzerland, marking the brand's first permanent production base in the country's watchmaking heartland. The ceremonial opening took place on March 19, 2026.