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Independents Find Niche in the Market

Watches at the Swiss Independent Watchmaking Pavilion | Source: Courtesy
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  • Rebecca May Johnson
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"In an industry dominated by global brands owned by deep-pocketed foundations or luxury groups, investing in an independent watchmaking enterprise is nothing if not a gamble."

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