Article of the week
Phillips Presents Universal Genève’s First Timepiece Following Its Revival

Phillips, in association with Bacs & Russo, announced the watches will be presented in the first auction for this year the Geneva Watch Auction: XXI, this event will showcase an extraordinary selection of nearly 200 rare and collectible timepieces, spanning both vintage and contemporary horology. we have mention some timepieces will be present in the auction in this article.

Waqt team got the chance to see the watches being presented in the auction. It was a wonderful meeting with Alexander Ghotbi who presented to us unique pieces there and told us the story behind each watch.

Glossary

Axle or Arbor

Is a small shaft or rotating rod used to support and rotate various components of a watch movement. It acts as an axis or pivot point for gears, hands, and other moving parts. The axle is typically made of a durable material, such as steel, and is carefully fitted within the barrel to ensure smooth and accurate operation. Its role is crucial in maintaining the proper alignment and functionality of the watch's internal mechanisms.