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Landmark anniversaries for legendary horologists

Manx Newscast

Friday, 28 August 2026 - 8 minutes

The world of watchmaking is marking two important anniversaries, both of which have significant links to the Isle of Man.

It's the year legendary horologist George Daniels would have celebrated his 100th birthday, and the 25th year in business for his most famous student, Roger W. Smith, whose company continues to produce world leading bespoke timepieces desired by collectors around the world.

Simon Richardson met up with Roger at his Sulby workshop.

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