The star of German independent watchmaker Stefan Kudoke has been steadily rising in recent years. Driven by the principle of individuality and a commitment to craft, the artisanal maker, specializing in hand engraving and skeletonization, honed his skills at a number of large Swiss brands before establishing his eponymous brand in 2005.

Since then, he’s been refining his craft. He took inspiration from the world of traditional English pocket watches for his second creation, the sensibly named Kudoke 2. This release struck a chord, winning Kudoke the coveted Petite Aiguille at the 2019 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève. The next chapter of Kudoke’s story is set to be just as exciting.