In the latest issue of MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGIES FOR THE WATCH INDUSTRY II, we will look at the advancements made in the craft of watchmaking. Swiss made timepieces are synonymous with luxury, art, intricate engineering and innovative materials. Different carbon fiber composites have been specially developed for watch cases, while other have patented new manufacturing techniques derived from processes found in the Formula 1 industry. Others have taken the art form to a new level and have included age-old artisanal crafts to their timepieces. Finally, we conclude with two articles that have to do with smartwatch tech and its effect on the Swiss watch market.