Scottish Watches Podcast #812 : Geneva Watch Days 2026 – Part 2
Summary
Scottish Watches recaps the second day of Geneva Watch Days, covering brand updates from Quorum, Bulgari, Zenith, and De Bethune. The hosts discuss new releases like the Zenith Defy Classic and Oris Muppets Gonzo, while also visiting boutiques for Ulysse Nardin, Hublot, and Speake-Marin. They highlight innovative designs such as Claude Milan’s Murano glass dials and note the industry’s shifting price points and creative collaborations.
Topics discussed
Introduction and podcast logistics
Quorum: Management buyout and new designs
Quorum: Rolls-Royce watch and market presence
Bulgari: Serpenti, Octo, and Steampunk collab
Bulgari: Embargoed titanium Octo and wrist fit
Breitling: Ceramic bezel and design team insights
Breitling: Chronograph removal and color palettes
Breitling: Pricing, clasps, and future developments
De Baene: DB25 design and brand identity
Urwerk: Boutique visit and upcoming releases
Urwerk: Freak evolution and dial designs
Zenith: Julian Taner and upcoming collections
Zenith: Limited editions and subtle design cues
Formx: Networking and potential new guests
Oris: Muppets collaboration and skeletonized dial
Oris: Diver 65, straps, and Rolf Stelzer
Panerai: Slim case design and production growth
Panerai: Dial finishes and team updates
Independent brands: Glass dials and artisanal craft
Customization: Rolex modifications and unique pieces
Artieria: Boutique visit and founder background
7Friday: Family involvement and design refinements
Bianchi: Tonneau cases and new design directions
Moromusi: Modular construction and notebook dials
American watchmaker: Domestic sourcing and Roger Smith
Indian watchmakers: Bangalore Watch Company and growth
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