Venice is a city that doesn’t just exist, it lingers. In its golden light and labyrinthine streets, time feels slower, more deliberate. It’s here, amidst the gondolas and Renaissance facades, that the elegance of a finely crafted watch feels most at home. On a recent visit, we explored the city with four remarkable Bucherer Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) timepieces, that perfectly captured the spirit of old-world charm and contemporary refinement.

Cartier Santos

The Cartier Santos is a legacy on the wrist. This reference captures the essence of the original aviation timepiece designed by Louis Cartier for Alberto Santos-Dumont in the early 1900s. With its distinctive square case, exposed screws, and slim profile, the Santos feels as at home under a cuff in a Venetian palazzo as it does in the cockpit of a vintage biplane. Worn in the warm Venetian light, it gives off a subtle, effortless elegance—timeless in the most literal sense.

Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso

There are watches that make a statement, and then there’s the Reverso—a quiet nod to Art Deco design and engineering brilliance. Originally conceived in the 1930s for polo players, the reversible case is as unique today as it was nearly a century ago. The 270.8.62 reference pairs its iconic rectangular form with a silver dial that catches the light with every move. In Venice, surrounded by classical architecture and mirrored canals, the Reverso’s duality feels just right: sporty and elegant, masculine and refined.

Rolex Day-Date

Few timepieces carry the weight and prestige of the Rolex Day-Date. Nicknamed the “President” for good reason, the 18038 reference in yellow gold embodies confidence and presence. With its fluted bezel, uniquely structured dial, and iconic day and date display, this watch doesn’t whisper. It speaks clearly, with authority. Worn in Venice, it adds a touch of opulence without ever trying too hard. It’s the watch you wear when you’ve made it - and don’t need to prove it.

Vacheron Constantin Historiques

For the connoisseur who values heritage with a hint of avant-garde, the Vacheron Constantin Historiques is an ideal companion. Reference 50000H/000A-B582 revives a mid-century aesthetic through a modern lens. The iconic "Cornes de Vache" lugs make it an instant conversation starter. It’s the kind of piece that feels at home in the winding streets of Venice, where tradition and creativity coexist effortlessly. Quietly daring, undeniably distinguished.

Bucherer Certified Pre-Owned

All four watches are part of Bucherer’s CPO collection, meaning they’ve been carefully inspected, authenticated, and restored where necessary by expert watchmakers. This isn’t just about buying a watch—it’s about acquiring a piece of horological history with peace of mind and enduring style.

In a world that moves quickly, these watches remind us of the power of craftsmanship, elegance, and heritage. Whether you're walking the cobblestone paths of Venice or heading into a boardroom, they speak the same language: that of the modern gentleman.

There is a newly renovated Bucherer boutique in the beautiful Swiss town of St. Gallen. What a wonderful reason to organize another Artworth at Bucherer event in order to celebrate the reopening of the store! Join us as we spend some wonderful days in St. Gallen and host a lovely evening centered around Certified Pre-Owned watches, champagne and whisky.

Bucherer Certified Pre-Owned Watches

With the newly renovated Bucherer Boutique, St. Gallen's old town is getting a real jewel. Over the course of a year, the listed façade and the interior were completely renovated. On a total of three floors, visitors can now look forward to fascinating brand spaces and areas as well as an inviting lounge with bar. All this is integrated into a holistic overall concept, offering a luxuriously relaxed feel-good ambience and excellent service quality.

During the redesign of the boutique, historical aspects were skillfully integrated into the overall conversion. The new 280-square-meter boutique impresses visually with its clear lines and shapes, high-quality materials and walls clad with wooden slats. We particularly like the relaxed living room atmosphere that was created with the help of various comfortable seating options, an inviting bar and appealing art objects.

The focus of our Artworth at Bucherer event in St. Gallen was once again on the fascinating world of Certified Pre-Owned. These timepieces can be found on the second floor. Here, watch aficionados find a constantly changing selection of unique pre-owned collectors' pieces. Naturally, these are all tested and authenticated by Bucherer's experts.

Tasting Rare Champagne

What better to pair with rare timepieces than exclusive champagne? One name stands out as the epitome of rarity, elegance, and craftsmanship: Rare Champagne. For over four decades, Rare Champagne has been synonymous with exclusivity, offering a select few the opportunity to savor the magnificence of truly exceptional vintages. Each bottle encapsulates a story of passion, expertise, and timeless character, making it a hallmark of sophistication and refined taste. We are extremely proud to be offering Rare Champagne during the Artworth at Bucherer event.

Rare Champagne's history dates back to the 18th century, where the very first prestige cuvée was presented to Marie-Antoinette, Queen of France. Housed in the iconic Pinte Majeure bottle, this champagne embodies aristocratic luxury and elegance. Crafted by skilled glass blowers of the era, the bottle's asymmetrical shoulders pay homage to its historical roots, emphasizing its distinctive personality.

Among Rare Champagne's remarkable vintages, the Rare Millésime 2008 stands as a shining example of excellence. This vintage holds unlimited potential for growth, youth, and complexity, evoking the fervor of an eternal spring. From the intense crystalline golden robe that sparkles like yellow diamonds to the symphony of aromas that gradually unfold, every moment with this champagne is a journey into sensory delight.

As the night progresses, some of the guests switch to a glass of whisky. Local importer and dealer Glen Fahrn curated a special selection of whisky for our guests to enjoy. A special highlight is certainly the Invergordon 33 Duncan Taylor edition. The perfect conclusion of a night all about rare timepieces, champagnes and whiskies.

Unwinding at Einstein St. Gallen

After our seventh successful Artworth at Bucherer event, we settle down at the Einstein in St. Gallen. It is the perfect location for delectable dining experiences, business meetings, comfortable hotel stays and relaxing times in the wellness area.

In the Bistro St. Gallen, that is part of the Hotel Einstein, we enjoy delicious food in a cozy and stylish atmosphere. In addition to local classics, the Bistro also has seasonal international specials. Here, guests will find the right culinary feast at any time of the day!

It is also here were we reflect on the past event and make plans for the future. Where should we host our next Artworth at Bucherer event? Send us a message on Instagram and let us know! In case you want to read about our event in London, click here.

Bucherer is the first retailer to join the newly launched Rolex Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) program in Europe. But what does that mean for existing Bucherer customers and those who want to buy or sell a pre-owned Rolex? Let's have a closer look!

Rolex Certified Pre-Owned

As you might know, at Artworth we are big fans of the certified pre-owned movement. There is so much beauty and joy in collecting CPO and vintage watches. Having them officially serviced and certified makes this passion an even more enjoyable hobby. Through the newly created certification program by Rolex, the whole CPO space is expected to become more dynamic and attractive.

In the program, all Rolex CPO watches traded at Bucherer will be authenticated by Rolex itself. The models will receive a two-year international Rolex CPO-warranty and dedicated Rolex CPO accessories, such as a Rolex CPO seal and a Rolex CPO pouch. We think that that's a great added value for Bucherer's clientele and a milestone not only for the Swiss family-owned company, but for the watch industry as a whole. We expect other brands to follow soon with a similar program, further strengthening the secondary market for Swiss timepieces.

Bucherer becomes the first official Rolex CPO Dealer

As early as 2019, Bucherer successfully entered the business with pre-owned watches and expanded rapidly - both online and offline. Artworth was present when the first Bucherer Gallery dedicated to CPO timepieces was opened in Geneva. Recently, we returned there to host an Artworth at Bucherer event. You can read the article about this magnificent evening here.

In addition to a steadily growing assortment of carefully curated luxury watches, Bucherer has successively expanded its own network of Certified Pre-Owned sales outlets to around 50 locations worldwide. Artworth had the pleasure to host events in some of these locations. Among them Zurich, Bern, Munich, and Paris.

Today, Bucherer is one of the world's most renowned houses when it comes to selling luxury jewelry and watches. Its strong ties to Rolex and extensive expertise in the CPO market paved the way to become the first retailer to join the newly launched CPO program by Rolex. At Bucherer's point of sale in Switzerland, Germany, Austria, France, Denmark and the United Kingdom, the offering will be launched immediately. The launch in the USA is expected to follow soon.

Significant added value for Bucherer's CPO Customers

At Artworth, we think that Rolex' offering creates outstanding added value for Bucherer's clientele. With this cooperation, the two companies are creating the highest degree of security and transparency. Bucherer's customers will enjoy the good feeling of purchasing a watch Rolex itself certified and authenticated. What will the move mean for the broader watch industry? We believe that demand for new models will remain high while the confidence to buy pre-owned watches will further increase. Why? Well, people might buy more watches at a higher value, if they know there is a healthy pre-owned market on which timepieces can be traded with confidence at attractive and fair price points.

The Artworth at Bucherer event series takes us to Paris! Join us as we check-in at the marvelous InterContinental Paris LeGrand next to the Opéra and prepare for the event. Which rare certified pre-owned watches by Bucherer will we get to discover this time?

Staying at InterContinental Paris LeGrand

Checking-in at the InterContinental Paris LeGrand feels like traveling back in time. The iconic hotel was inaugurated under Napoleon III and is located in the heart of Paris. It offers guests a magnificent view of the Opera Garnier. The 5-star hotel boasts rooms and suites decorated in a Second Empire style infused with contemporary touches.

One of the highlights is the Verrière, a spacious winter garden inside the hotel. Seating is bathed in natural light under the vast metallic atrium and enhanced with giant ficus plants, white orchids and lights reminiscent of Parisian passageways. The serenity of the Verrière feels like an oasis in the midst of Paris' bustling streets. In the evening, an intimate atmosphere in the gentle glow of the large central chandelier awaits guests.

The Café de la Paix, a Parisian institution within the hotel, serves the great classics of French gastronomy. It has always been at the heart of Parisian art and art de vivre. Sitting down for a delicious French breakfast, we join an illustrious list of patrons, the spirit of Guy de Maupassant and Victor Hugo or the memory of Ernest Hemingway.

Exploring Paris

The central location of InterContinental Paris LeGrand is ideal to check out some famous sights by foot. For example the iconic Galeries Lafayette with their incredible terrace that can be visited for free.

From here, more sights like the Opéra or the Palais Royal are just minutes away by foot. The latter is one of our favorite places in the city. We love to grad a flat white at Kitsuné and settle down on a bench inside the Palais Royal Garden and read the newspaper.

The Louvre is only a stone throw away from here. While the exhibitions here attract large crowds, we usually enjoy coming here simply for the architecture. Historic buildings, restful gardens and modern elements make for a great combination!

When needing a break, where better to go than one of the many beautiful bistros? There are tons of classy corner cafés that can be discovered. We usually like to sit outside and watch the busy city life unfold before us while enjoying a coffee or glass of champagne.

Artworth at Bucherer Paris

The Swiss watch and fine jewellery experts from Bucherer have set up a very nice boutique in Paris. It is actually situated inside the same iconic building as the InterContinental Paris LeGrand on 12, Boulevard des Capucines.

Not too long ago, a Bucherer Gallery was opened inside the boutique. This marvelous space is dedicated to certified pre-owend watches. These are timepieces that Bucherer acquires, services and offers again to its clients - with a two year warranty.

The Artworth at Bucherer event takes place inside this beautiful Gallery. Our events are always a great opportunity to discover rare and highly sought after timepieces. One example is this Rolex Cosmograph Daytona. With its 40 mm rose gold case, this reference 116505 comes equipped with the automatic caliber 4130.

Another exceptional piece displayed at the event was an Omega Speedmaster Professional "Silver Snoopy Award". Limited to only 5'441 numbered pieces, this watch was launched to commemorate the Apollo XIII mission. On the second sub register, the famous “Eyes on the Stars” was added. It can also be found on the case back.

But why is there a Snoopy on a Speedy? Well, at the time of the Apollo lunar program he was a very popular character and was liked by the Apollo 10 crew. Their lunar module was even named after him. Snoopy was therefore chosen as the watchdog for NASA's prestigious manned flight awareness award.
The "Silver Snoopy" is awarded to individuals and companies for outstanding efforts that contribute to the success of human space flight missions. Omega received its Snoopy Award on 5 October 1970 in recognition of the crucial role that its Speedmaster chronograph played on the Apollo 13 mission.

A heartfelt Merci goes out to everyone who joined our first event in France and discovered fine watches, exquisite fabrics by Dormeuil and enjoyed delicious champagne by Laurent-Perrier. We hope to be back soon!

To learn more about the Artworth at Bucherer event series, read this article about our event in Geneva.

Our Artworth at Bucherer event series continues. After Zurich, Bern and Munich, we stopped in Geneva for this latest edition. Besides beautiful views, our guests got to enjoy and discover many other exciting things. Read on to learn more!

Artworth at Bucherer Event Series

Great watches have stories that never end, they just get better with time. This principle is at the core of Bucherer Certified Pre-Owned's philosophy. And the same is true for our event series in which we don't only discover extraordinary timepieces but also high-quality whisky and vintage champagne.

The first event we hosted together with Bucherer was in October 2020. In a time where phyiscal contacts were rare but all the more appreciated. The initial success of this event held in Zurich led us to continue with this format and take it to more cities. After Bern and Munich, we have now arrived in the French speaking world.

A memorable Evening in Geneva

On the evening of 18 October 2022, watch enthusiasts make their way over to Rue du Rhône 45 in Geneva. On the 4th floor of the iconic building with beautiful views of Geneva and its lake, the wonderful Gallery awaits them. Here, drinks are served and small bites enjoyed.

Together with our guests we get to drink Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage 2013 tonight. We love how every Grand Vintage is unique and expresses the Cellar Master’s personal interpretation of the year. It's already the 75th Grand Vintage in the House’s history. Its maturity is immediately apparent.

Besides champagne and great food, we also get to enjoy some perfectly mixed Negroncino. All is enjoyed inside the beautiful Bucherer Gallery which was opened in 2019 and still sets the industry standard for selling pre-owned watches. What we love in particular is the changing decoration of the Gallery. Currently, the Geneva-based Atelier WOCS is exhibiting their vintage posters here. Some of them have been created exclusively for Bucherer.

In terms of watches, Bucherer is the place to go if you are looking for a special timepiece. Here, you can find rare models like the Royal Oak by Audemars Piguet or the Overseas by Vacheron Constantin. But there are also many watches appealing to more specific tastes. Like this Panerai Submersible Ceramica.

Those who know us won't be surprised that we also had a tailor on site to give advice on the latest trends when it comes to suits and jackets. Luca Dalbiondo is a local tailor who strives to craft exclusive, one-of-a-kind garments, tailored to fit his clients and their unique characters perfectly.

Unwinding at the Beau-Rivage Genève

After a long night we're happy to wake up in the beautiful Beau-Rivage Genève. Not far away from last night's location. Here we take in the beautiful views of Lake Geneva before enjoying a wonderful breakfast at Albertine’s. The large choice of à la carte breakfast is truly exquisite.

Do you find yourself getting caught-up in a daily routine with your lover? Today we want to show you how you could spice things up for Valentine's Day. Little spoiler: our recommendation includes culinary delights, high-end hospitality at the Gstaad Palace and plenty of adrenaline!

Romantic retreat at the Gstaad Palace

First of all, we recommend to leave your usual surroundings. In our case, we pack our winter clothes and head to the picturesque mountain village Gstaad in the Bernese Oberland. There, somethings special awaits our girlfriends. Like many other women, they dreamed of a life as beautiful princesses when they were little girls. Hence, we decided to take them out for a romantic retreat at the wonderfully situated Gstaad Palace.

The hotel is rich in history. Opened up in 1913, the Gstaad Palace has established itself as one of the leading 5 star hotels in the world and is extremely popular with both Swiss and international guests. Each season, the hotel is investing a substantial amount of money in the rooms and facilities of the hotel. Since 60% of bookings come from recurring guests, this is highly appreciated!

For us it is the first time at the Gstaad Palace. We are blown-away by the cozy rooms that are all designed individually. Although, the highlight is the spa. Why? A big fireplace with couches is inviting guests to settle down and relax in a calming chalet atmosphere. Exactly what is needed for a romantic retreat!

Culinary delights

We know that the quickest way to the heart of a woman is by gifting her chocolate. Hence, we stopped by at Läderach to get a FreshChocolate heart as a surprise!

It is the ideal gift to complement an extraordinary breakfast enjoyed in a suite. For the latter, the chef put together a wonderful choice of local cheese, charcuterie, fresh bread, sweet delights and deliciously prepared egg dishes.

There is nothing better than an extended brunch with a loved one, right?

Later that day we can choose from three exceptional restaurants for dinner. While La Fromagerie serves innovative cheese dishes and Gildo's Ristorante spoils guests with Italian delicacies, we decide to dine at Le Grill. It was awarded 15 Gault Millau points and has exceptional local meat on its menu.

While the food itself is already outstanding, the top chefs are preparing many dishes right at our table! This turns our dinner into a true experience for all senses. We get to enjoy a perfectly prepared Chateaubriand from local beef with a delicious Béarnaise sauce.

Besides serving mouth-watering dishes, Le Grill is doing an outstanding job in creating a romantic atmosphere. A live band is playing acoustic covers of popular and classic tunes. Meanwhile, the waiters serve the guests in a very kind, proactive and professional manner.

Finally, we get to the dessert. Upon arrival at the restaurant we ordered a soufflé. This was a wise decision since it takes the chef over an hour to prepare this delicacy! One can now only imagine how good it tastes... one of the best desserts we ever had and the perfect way to end the first whole day in Gstaad.

A gentleman's dream

Besides offering many aspects that will appeal to couples, the Gstaad Palace is also the perfect hotel for bachelors. We don't want to pass on the opportunity to enjoy a hot espresso in the lounge while reading the newspaper in the morning. How do you like this vintage Omega Cosmic by the way? Pieces like this one are available on our shop!

Besides excellent coffee, the bar has also an impressive collection of top-notch whiskies and cigars. Actually, the smoking lounge is one of the most charming places in the hotel. It is a true gent's place with nice furniture, classy atmosphere and a stunning view!

We can't help ourselves and light up a cigar and pour a glass of fine whisky while reading about the rich history of the iconic Gstaad Palace.

Adrenaline on the ice field

While our girlfriends enjoy an extended spa day, we head to Saanen for a special occasion. Next to the local airfield, car manufacturers like Jaguar or Land Rover are offering winter driving experiences. Since we admire British cars, we can't miss the opportunity of participating in such a training!

We get to drive many cars from the wide range of Jaguar Land Rover. Besides sports cars like the Jaguar F-Type SVR, we can also test SUVs like the Range Rover Velar SVAutobiography. It is fascinating to see how differently those car react to the manoeuvres on the ice field.

While we have a lot of fun on the snow and ice, we can also take advantage of an off-road training in which we learn more about the impressive capabilities of Jaguar and Land Rover SUVs.

Back at the Gstaad Palace we warm up in the lobby and meet up with our girlfriends before heading back home. They won't stop praising the outstanding room service because they put a new bouquet of flowers in our rooms on every single day.

That wraps up our extraordinary stay. Both we and our partners got to experience things we enjoyed to the fullest. What a Valentine's retreat!

Do you want to read more about classy couple trips? Click here to learn about our trip to the Lago di Como!