2026 Is the Year of the Big Watch Anniversary

Most people enjoy a good birthday party, but with the exception of Leonardo DiCaprio and reigning monarchs, few embrace major anniversaries with the zeal of the world’s top watch brands. While some watchmakers have been known to push the limits on what constitutes a “major” anniversary, 2026 will be the occasion of some true milestones. From the centenary of both the Tudor brand and the Rolex Oyster to the 50th anniversary of several influential watches of the 1970s, there will be plenty to celebrate this year...