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Upcoming Events

Gatherings for collectors, enthusiasts, and students of horology

An espresso martini on the granite bar at Capriccio in Providence
Tuesday, November 24, 2026

Late Fall Meet-Up at Capriccio

Capriccio (bar area), 2 Pine Street, Providence

Friends, fine watches, and watchmakers in the bar at Capriccio, plus a first look at our new Watch Exchange.

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January 2027

Monthly Meetings Begin

Rhode Island

Starting in January 2027, RIHOSO will meet every month.

Watch World News

The latest from the world of horology and watchmaking

Hamilton’s Khaki Field Mechanical gives Modern Warfare 4 a suitably hardcore tribute
Time+TideNov 2

Hamilton’s Khaki Field Mechanical gives Modern Warfare 4 a suitably hardcore tribute

A black PVD case, grained dial and carefully placed gaming references give this hand-wound Khaki Field appeal beyond the Call of Duty audience. The post Hamilton’s Khaki Field Mechanical gives Modern Warfare 4 a suitably hardcore tribute appeared ...

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Introducing – The Sleeker, More Compact and More Accessible Minase Mastercraft J3 Collection
Monochrome WatchesNov 2

Introducing – The Sleeker, More Compact and More Accessible Minase Mastercraft J3 Collection

Minase is a Japanese microbrand specialising in complex watch cases with superlative handmade finishing. Based in Akita, Minase was founded in 2005 as a spin-off of Kyowa, a specialist manufacturer of watchmaking tools. Its portfolio of complex, m...

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Introducing The Artisans De Genève × Eliud Kipchoge: A Marathon-Ready 57g Titalum Chronograph
Fratello WatchesNov 2

Introducing The Artisans De Genève × Eliud Kipchoge: A Marathon-Ready 57g Titalum Chronograph

Eliud Kipchoge (41) is a legend. On October 12th, 2019, the Kenyan athlete became the first person to run a marathon distance in under two hours. He also competed in four Olympic Games and won two gold medals, one silver, and one bronze. Now, ther...

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Highlights: Indies Step Up for Charity with Watches for ELA
SJX WatchesNov 2

Highlights: Indies Step Up for Charity with Watches for ELA

Watches for ELA brings together a selection of charitable lots within Christie’s upcoming Rare Watches auction on November 9th in Geneva. Proceeds will benefit the European Leukodystrophies Association (ELA), which supports research into leukodyst...

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14 of the best titanium watches to solve your lightweight needs
Time+TideNov 2

14 of the best titanium watches to solve your lightweight needs

Explore 14 of the best titanium watches from Rolex, TAG Heuer, and more, combining lightweight comfort, durability and impressive design. The post 14 of the best titanium watches to solve your lightweight needs appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Hands-On: The Montblanc Star Legacy Nicolas Rieussec Chronograph 43mm Limited Edition
Fratello WatchesNov 1

Hands-On: The Montblanc Star Legacy Nicolas Rieussec Chronograph 43mm Limited Edition

A day at the races. If the Montblanc Star Legacy Nicolas Rieussec Chronograph 43mm Limited Edition looks intriguing and makes you want to read the hands-on review, I suggest you play Queen’s successful 1976 record. Just don’t play it too loud, as ...

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Inside the Society

Demonstrations, dinners, and evenings among fellow collectors

A student watches a watchmaker work at the bench during a workshop visit
A set of watchmaker's screwdrivers in a fitted wooden case

RIHOSO for Schools

The next generation of watchmakers

Our after-school program gives high school and college students a pathway into horology: mentors, an introduction to watchmaking and its history, events with industry leaders, trips to businesses and museums, and scholarship guidance.

Students & Schools

Membership

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Connect with fellow horologists, attend exclusive events, and help preserve the art and science of timekeeping for future generations.

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