horology
noun
ho·rol·o·gy
hə-ˈrä-lə-jē 
1
: the science of measuring time
2
: the art of making instruments for indicating time
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The legendary Japanese brand is one of the few in horology that truly transcends class, race, and nationality.
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Lau’s journey into horology began early, sparked by a simple observation.
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Bringing the gold and steel vision into horology, the Serpenti Tubogas Studs capsule collection translates the two materials into a structural timepiece.
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Brett Berk, Robb Report, 15 May 2026
The legendary Japanese brand is one of the few in horology that truly transcends class, race, and nationality.
—Parker Hall, Wired News, 21 Apr. 2026
Lau’s journey into horology began early, sparked by a simple observation.
—K.h. Koehler, USA Today, 21 Apr. 2026
Bringing the gold and steel vision into horology, the Serpenti Tubogas Studs capsule collection translates the two materials into a structural timepiece.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 20 Apr. 2026
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“Horology.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/horology. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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