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Preserving the Legacy of Horology

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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

Why I Bought My Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Manual-Winding
Fratello WatchesOct 28

Why I Bought My Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Manual-Winding

You may congratulate me on finally becoming an adult. I always thought things like getting married and buying a house were signs of adulthood. I was wrong. You’re only really a grown-up if you own a dress watch. The problem was that my mind and ta...

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Hands On: A Historical Audemars Piguet Triple Calendar Wristwatch from 1927
SJX WatchesOct 28

Hands On: A Historical Audemars Piguet Triple Calendar Wristwatch from 1927

The early days of the wristwatch were interesting for the variety of forms and functions that were conceived as watchmakers were experimenting with a nascent device. One such watch is the Audemars Piguet triple calendar with moon phase in platinum...

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Robb ReportOct 27

Joe DiMaggio’s Patek Philippe Can Now Be Yours for $1.2 Million

And you can snag the rare piece via Wind Vintage.

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Photo Report: A. Lange & Söhne Brings A Glimpse Of History to New York City
HodinkeeOct 27

Photo Report: A. Lange & Söhne Brings A Glimpse Of History to New York City

In a special exhibition, A. Lange & Söhne marked the 32nd anniversary of their re-founding by bringing together watches from across their history in a retrospective showcase of the brand's evolution.

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Audemars Piguet launches The Watch Keepers, its official Certified Pre-Owned service
Time and WatchesOct 27

Audemars Piguet launches The Watch Keepers, its official Certified Pre-Owned service

Audemars Piguet has introduced The Watch Keepers, a new end-to-end service dedicated to the buying and selling of certified pre-owned (CPO) watches from the Manufacture. Accessible through a digital platform, the service allows collectors to sell ...

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Sinn Announces their Autumn Novelties
Worn & WoundOct 27

Sinn Announces their Autumn Novelties

It’s finally autumn (even here in California), which means changing leaves, tasty hot beverages, and a smattering of new Sinn novelties. Like the coziest cafe array of apple ciders, hot chocolates, and pumpkin spice lattes, this latest trio of pie...

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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.

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Membership

Join the Society

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

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