Revolution (magazine)
Revolution is a quarterly publication about luxury mechanical watches. First published in 2005, it is now one of the leading magazines in its sector, with a readership that consists of both watch connoisseurs and industry insiders, from designers to CEOs. It is currently available in 13 international editions in six different languages.
The magazine blends watch reviews and articles, with cutting-edge styling and photography.
Contents of the magazine
The magazine covers the entire spectrum of issues with regards to watches and watchmaking.The main body of the publication is product-centric, with an emphasis on the technical and artisanal sides of each timepiece. This involves evaluating features such as the movement, its complication, as well as the materials that go into the making of the watch. It also includes product and fashion spreads that feature watches of a particular theme, material, or complication.
Apart from the product focus, there is also a strong interest in the process of watchmaking. This includes interviews with various members of the watchmaking industry, such as company CEOs and watchmakers themselves, to give readers more information about the inspirations and designs of the watches and the brands in the market. In-depth articles on the factories and manufactures in places such as Switzerland and Germany are often seen in the magazine, shedding more light on the craft and artisanship of the watches.
Revolution specializes in feature-length stories that presents watchmaking through different perspectives. One notable story on the cultural interest of horology explored the relationship between major hip hop artist, Jay-Z, and his favored timepieces. They have also done a story about counterfeit luxury watches, drawn from business and socio-economic perspectives, and a historical account of the Quartz Crisis including the knock-on effects of the US withdrawal from the Bretton Woods System.
The publication also features coverage of watch related events especially for , , , , . They also cover boutique openings, product launches and new collaborations.
Brands discussed within the pages of Revolution include the major horological players such as those from the Richemont Group, Swatch Group, Audemars Piguet, Chopard, Franck Muller, Patek Philippe and Rolex. Independent, niche brands that produce in small quantities and are favored by connoisseurs are also covered at length.
Circulations and editions
Revolution has 12 print editions available worldwide in six different languages. Of these 12 editions, six are under direct control of headquarters. The others are licensed editions, created and distributed by local publishing partners.| Edition | Language |
| Asia | English |
| Australia | English |
| China | Simplified Chinese |
| Hong Kong | English |
| Italy | Italian |
| Mexico and Latin America | Spanish |
| Russia | Russian |
| Switzerland | English and Simplified Chinese |
| UAE | English |
| UK | English |
| USA | English |
| Taiwan | Traditional Chinese |