Antoine Preziuso has been forging his own path since 1980—over four decades of independent Geneva watchmaking rooted in complication mastery and a refusal to follow convention. Born in Geneva with Italian roots, he trained at the city's École d'Horlogerie and built minute repeaters, perpetual calendars, and tourbillons under his own name and for some of the industry's most established houses.
Posts tagged #Gem-Set Watches
Perspective: Laurent Ferrier's Bespoke Diamond Pavé Pieces. An Independent Manufacture's Advantage.
In an industry increasingly dominated by production quotas, bundle allocations, very little exclusivity with high production numbers, and predictable annual releases, independent watchmakers retain something that major manufactures often sacrifice in pursuit of scale: the freedom to create truly exceptional one-off pieces that reflect individual client desires rather than market research.
Introducing: Vacheron Constantin Overseas Self-Winding High Jewellery. Where Sportiness Meets Splendor.
The oldest watch manufacture in the world unveils two spectacular versions: one in 18K white gold ref. 4617V/215G-H039 and another in 18K 5N pink gold ref. 4617V/215R-H040, each absolutely ablaze with 1,430 diamonds totaling approximately 12.58 carats. This isn't simply a watch with stones on the bezel; it is a masterclass in high-jewelry watchmaking that transforms the entire timepiece into a luminous sculpture.
W&W 2021: Zenith DEFY 21 Spectrum as Colorful as a Rainbow
Zenith continues to express the theme of high-frequency chronometry through light and colors in the scintillating DEFY 21 Spectrum bejeweled collection. While brightly colored dials have recently enjoyed a comeback in watchmaking, Zenith has taken an unexpected and novel approach in the DEFY 21 Spectrum series, by incorporating striking colors everywhere but the dial.
Insider: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 'Soleil' ref. 15502OR Gem-Set with 1,076 Stones
There are special Royal Oaks, and then there’s the Royal Oak ‘Soleil’ gem-set. This incredible Royal Oak in 18K rose gold not only features one of the most visually striking gem-set dials but is also fully diamond-set throughout its case, bezel and bracelet. Featuring a 41 mm case in 18K rose gold, the Royal Oak ‘Soleil’ ref. 15502OR.ZZ.1222OR.01 is an absolute attention-grabbing piece not made for the faint of heart. Its pavé dial glows like a mid-afternoon sunset with yellow and orange tones like no other watch out there.
Eye Candy: Patek Philippe Calatrava ref. 4978/400G Diamond Ribbon Joaillerie. Set with 770 Diamonds.
The Patek Philippe ref. 4978 Diamond Ribbon Joaillerie is now available in a new 18K white gold design with a slightly larger diameter, increased from 33.3 mm to 36.5 mm. As a result, the distinctive diamond embellishments orbiting the case like gymnasts’ twirling ribbons and the spiraling circles of graduated diamonds adorning the dial make an even greater impression. Beneath this radiant exterior beats the automatic calibre 240 enabling the watch to maintain its slim, elegant profile.
