Tudor at 100, the Nautilus at 50: Landmark watch anniversaries in 2026
From Tudor and Patek Philippe to Cartier and Vacheron Constantin, these major anniversaries trace the watches and brands that helped shape modern watchmaking.
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The watch world is entering the second half of 2026 in a reflective mood.
The death of Philippe Stern, Patek Philippe’s legendary former president, on Jun 14 was a reminder that great watchmaking is about more than great products.
It is about ambition, vision and resilience – and the people willing to defy the status quo.
Stern steadfastly defended the brand’s independence, shaped its modern identity and took it to new heights.
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