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Here is a look at some of the best watchmakers in the world, according to experts. A good starting point is the Big Three — a trio of luxury watchmakers acclaimed for their ability to make highly complicated, expertly crafted timepieces. They are: Audemars Piguet, Patek Philippe and Vacheron Constantin. Other leading watchmakers include Rolex, Cartier, TAG Heuer, IWC, Omega, Panerai, Blancpain, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Breitling, Hublot, Piaget, A. Lange
Söhne, Chopard and Longines. Shop a wide range of watches on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024
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