Chrono24 Magazine

Soon enough, you'll find that the basics of a model or brand, the same old watchbands, and visits to the watchmaker just leave you itching for more – more information, more variety, and more skills. You'll eventually start asking yourself: How can I spend more time in the world of watches than I already do? The answer: Begin exploring the world of watch accessories.

2019 was a busy year for the watch industry: We saw new releases, a few microbrands emerged from Kickstarter and Indiegogo, and there were some changes made at Baselworld and SIHH. Today, we will share some of the buying and selling trends we saw on our platform, as well as the bestselling brands and watch types.

The authors of the Chrono24 Magazine hand-pick the best watch offers on Chrono24. Iconic timepieces from the history books of the watch industry are among the selection, just like affordable daily wearers and special watches for watch aficionados. We hope that everyone will find a timepiece that fits their style. This week’s offers: Editor’s Picks of the Week - Dietrich, Hamilton and Doxa.

Wearing a watch is hardly ever just about having a device on your wrist that tells you what time it is. It's also a reflection of your personality and style. So, why not take things a step further and lend your watch a personal touch? Customizable timepieces have been in style for the last few years. Whether it's a different strap, an engraving, or a custom model made to your specifications, there are all kinds of ways to customize a watch to your individual taste.

Many watch manufacturers release special edition watches; some rather regularly, others just on occasion. Sometimes brands create special editions just for the sake of it, but more commonly, the watches are designed and released to commemorate a special occasion or mark a collaboration between partner companies. Several interesting special edition watches were launched in 2019. Let's take a closer look at some of these unique timepieces.

While the designs of the Royal Oak, Reverso, and Monaco maintain a strong influence over the watch industry to this day, other timepieces stand out with their technical brilliance. Which aspect do you think is more important?