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Swatch stores close for second day after rush for new watch sparks safety concerns
Swatch stores in Manchester, Liverpool, and multiple global locations closed for a second day due to safety concerns amid large crowds seeking the brand's new £335 'Royal Pop' pocket watch, a collaboration with luxury watchmaker Audemars Piguet. The launch has faced criticism over poor management, with online resale prices reaching up to £16,000, police incidents reported across several countries, and shoppers camping for days in New York leading to some becoming unwell.
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7 tagsRoyal Pop pocket watchstore closurescrowd safetyresale pricespolice incidentsproduct launch criticismSwatch-Audemars Piguet collaboration
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News · 1May 17, 2026, 10:35 PMOpen original source
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Swatch stores close for second day after rush for new watch sparks safety concerns
May 17, 2026, 10:35 PM
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