Unveiling an Exclusive Alliance: The 1916 Company and Kevin O’Leary’s WonderCare Revolutionise Watch Insurance

Published: 21 Aug 2025
The 1916 Company has crafted an exclusive partnership with WonderCare, the innovative insurance platform, transforming the way luxury timepieces are insured.

The 1916 Company, known for its exquisite range of luxury watches and jewelry, has taken an unprecedented leap into merging horological passion with insurance protection. They have announced an exclusive alliance with WonderCare, a pioneer in watch insurance, backed by power-player Kevin O’Leary. WonderCare is a collaborative innovation with Chubb Studio, an insurance world giant, offering seamless insurance protection and integration.

This power partnership aims to offer the luxury watch collector a streamlined, efficient solution to insure their cherished timepieces. Backing from Chubb further elevates this offering, giving collectors the peace of mind that they crave. The 1916 Company ethos lies in offering products and services that enrich the personal journey of watch ownership. This partnership allows their clients to access WonderCare’s revolutionary insurance platform instantly at the point of purchase, reinforcing their commitment to enhance the watch and jewelry experience.

WonderCare was born out of Kevin O’Leary’s quest for a bespoke insurance product that understands and caters to the unique need of collectors to have their pieces insured for their replacement value rather than a depreciated figure. This exciting relationship reflects the shared passion for horology and the joys of collecting. Emphasising on their fledgling partnership, John Shmerler, CEO of The 1916 Company and Kevin O’Leary continue to fuel the conversation and understanding of luxury timepiece collections, working to equip watch enthusiasts with the best tools and services to protect and appreciate their treasured collections.