Quartz technology is shedding its negative reputation in the watch world as major brands embrace battery and solar-powered movements.
The shift began with Seiko's 1969 Astron launch, which initially threatened Swiss mechanical watchmakers. Over 57 years, quartz has evolved into a story of precision and practicality, now adopted by brands like Cartier and TAG Heuer for both tool and dress watches.
Raymond Weil has introduced its A.R.T. collection of stainless steel sports watches with integrated bracelets. The new line marks the brand's entry into a competitive category of timepieces.
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Breitling has introduced updated versions of its Chronomat watches with refined proportions and a more integrated bracelet. The new models retain core design elements like the rider-tab bezel while improving wearability.