Many pocket watches today lie forgotten in drawers — inherited, gifted, or once purchased with great enthusiasm. Most of them appear to have seen better days and no longer run with the smoothness they once did. Yet every one of these small timekeepers carries a story within: family ties, origins, meaningful moments, or simply the fascination of an almost forgotten craft.
Choosing between silver and gold in a watch is more than selecting a colour – it’s choosing a style, a presence, and ultimately the way a timepiece expresses itself on the wrist. As a watchmaker, I’ve gathered a fair share of experience over the years – along with some insights that might help you decide.
When it comes to mechanical timepieces and their care, there are plenty of myths – and not all of them hold up. Here are three common misconceptions and the truth behind them.
Your Content Goes Here Is it possible to consume luxurious objects with environmentally friendly awareness? What direct contribution to sustainability can watch manufacturers make? Judith and Walter Hess in the interview with «Öko-Bilanz (KMU)» regarding the environmental sustainability of HESS watches. by Walter Hess Luxury and environmental friendliness Eco-Balance (SME): How do you [...]
Your Content Goes Here We added an unprecedented dimension to manufacture dials by coating them with diamond dust. With a refined process, the precious dust is bonded in such a way that incident light performs a scintillating ballet. In this post, I will explain how diamond dust can generate the same sparkling effect [...]
Subtle in the shadows and in darkness, the diamond dust dial explodes into a glistening surface as soon it is exposed to sunlight or artificial light. As if on a field covered by snowflakes, thousands of tiny diamond stars vie for attention. Conceived with great patience, our latest model is utterly delightful.
We decided to develop and craft our own watch. This decision was preceded by a phase of introspection, accompanied by ambivalent feelings about a career-switching entry into the watchmaking industry. Determination and passion won: HESS Uhren was established.
As an independent Swiss watch brand, we enable our customers to be style pioneers. At the same time, we accommodate their desire for rarity and understatement. What does that mean? Let us share our thoughts about the aesthetic hallmarks that constitute the HESS brand.
It is a pleasure for us to share our rooms with the acclaimed Galerie Vitrine Luzern. We are eager to offer this added value to our current and prospective customers.
We spent much time mulling over the name of our watch brand. Despite the long list of suggestions, the answer was much closer than expected. We picked our family name with the addition Luzern. Why? Because for us, Luzern is one of the world's most beautiful cities.
