Swatch stores close for second day after crowds
Summary
Swatch stores in the UK closed for a second day because large crowds came to buy a new pocket watch priced at £335. The company asked people not to rush stores since the watch will be available for months, and police were called to several locations due to safety concerns.Key Facts
- Swatch stores in Manchester and Liverpool closed for two days due to crowd safety.
- The new watch, called the "Royal Pop," costs about £335 but is reselling online for up to £16,000.
- Police were called to stores in the UK, France, Switzerland, and an event was canceled in Dubai.
- One man was arrested in Cardiff, and threats were reported outside a Liverpool store.
- The watch is a collaboration between Swatch and luxury brand Audemars Piguet.
- The design is inspired by 1950s-60s Pop Art and combines styles from both brands.
- Swatch advised customers not to form large queues and said sales might pause if too many people gather.
- In New York, people camped in Times Square for a week to buy the watch, with some getting sick.
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