Roger Smith

While the Isle of Man in the Irish Sea is not a part of the United Kingdom, it is nonetheless a British Crown dependency. Roger Smith, the company's creator, is a protégé of George Daniels, widely considered as the best watchmaker of the twentieth century and the developer of the co-axial escapement. Smith's legendary tutor handed him the complete workshop, and it's a studio dedicated to building clocks from start to finish. Smith is vocal about the present status of watchmaking in the United Kingdom, sparking a debate regarding the viability of British watch businesses in the face of Swiss movement domination.

The Series 2 is one of his most notable creations: a highly sophisticated dress watch that incorporates old workmanship and is created with the modern professional in mind. It's a highly limited series, with just ten pieces made each year. Its Daniel's co-axial escapement adds to its premium allure: a specific adaptation of the lever escapement with detent escapement characteristics that is regarded as one of the most significant horological innovations in general.

Smith has also designed the Series 4 Triple Calendar Moonphase clock in 18k red gold, which sells for a premium price of 250,000.- GBP. Smith is also a watchmaker who may be commissioned to construct a customized, one-of-a-kind wristwatch from the ground up. However, be prepared to sign up for a waiting list for a one-of-a-kind UK watch from the brand's forges, as the current wait period for a Smith timekeeper is up to two years.

Detailed information:

Founder: Roger W. Smith
Year established: 2001
Website: https://www.rwsmithwatches.com/