From there, the conversation widened to watchmaking itself—what’s exciting right now, where innovation is really happening, and how brands are balancing nostalgia with forward momentum. The panel touched on recent releases, shifts in design language and technology, the growing influence of independent watchmaking, and how all of it fits alongside the continued dominance of major brands. The conversation closed with a surprise cameo from Ben Clymer, who asked the panel to name one watch they wished they could have included in the exhibition.
Watch the full video above, and stay tuned for more coverage from this year’s UBS House of Craft.