Day 5 at WatchesandWonders was an absolute thrill for watch enthusiasts worldwide. As one of the most anticipated events in the watch industry, WatchesandWonders always impresses, and day 5 was no exception. The event has something for everyone, from luxury timepieces to innovative designs that push the boundaries of what we thought was possible. Another exciting aspect of day 5 was seeing some of the most intricate and complex watches up close.

ALPINA-Alpiner Extreme Automatic Blue

The new Alpiner Extreme Automatic is a turning point for Alpina, whose future direction will be to concentrate on its mechanical DNA and its outdoor vocation. The new timepiece is presented in a 41×42.5 mm case, now featuring an integrated steel bracelet. With a strong, highly operational look, it goes straight to the point: three hands and the date which stand out, contrasting greatly against a new navy-blue dial with a touch of the same blue on the crown grip.

Alpina has kept the Alpiner Extreme line’s iconic signature on the dial: a triangular motif that draws inspiration from Maison’s logo. The motif also features on the counterweight of the seconds hand, recalling Alpina’s beloved snow-capped mountain peaks.

CHARRIOL – SURF

The St-Tropez™ Surf channels the pulsing energy of a morning surf break. Constructed as a Diver watch, manufactured in stainless steel with DLC coating, boasting a unidirectional bezel (120 clicks), water resistant to 10 ATM (100m) for high-impact water sports such as surfing, rugged ETA 2892 Swiss Automatic Calibre powers it, featuring coloured dials with luminescent elements, and a sweeping second hand presented as a prune-coloured lightning bolt – a personal effect borrowed from CEO Coralie Charriol’s adventure vehicle of choice, her beloved surfboard. The unisex 36mm Surf watch is offered on steel (two-tone or yellow gold PVD), signature stainless steel cable, or coloured rubber reversible straps – each featuring a deployant butterfly buckle.

GRÖNEFELD – 1941 Grönograaf Tantalum

The Horological Brothers had never made a chronograph… until 2022. The GPHG award-winning 1941 Grönograaf is a classical chronograph, but it incorporates several ingenious details consistent with the Grönefeld ethos. Discover – among other things – the ‘soft reset’ mechanism.

This 1941 Grönograaf is the distillation of three generations of watchmaking know-how, of the professional journeys of both Horological Brothers and the manifestation of their extraordinary passion for horology.

The ‘Premiere Edition’ of the 1941 Grönograaf will be encased in the rare metal tantalum and limited to just 25 pieces. We regret to let you know that all 25 pieces have been sold. After that, Grönefeld has released 188 pieces in stainless steel.

JAEGER – LECOULTRE-REVERSO TRIBUTE CHRONOGRAPH

Born in 1931, the Reverso was one of the first sports wristwatches ever developed, specifically its ingenious swivelling case designed to protect it when worn on the polo field – although its appeal immediately spread far beyond the sporting arena. With the chronograph serving as a classic sporting complication, the new Reverso Tribute Chronograph gives homage to the Reverso’s beginnings. The new Calibre 860 combines a chronograph with a double-sided time display, continuing the inventive spirit that has propelled Jaeger-LeCoultre for 190 years and taking inspiration from the first Reverso Chronograph of 1996.

MONTBLANC – 1858 Geosphere Chronograph 0 Oxygen The 8000 Limited Edition – 290 (Boutique Exclusive)

The Montblanc 1858 Geosphere Chronograph 0 Oxygen The 290-piece 8000 Limited Edition pays respect to the greatest mountains on Earth and the alpinists who have the courage to climb them.  It is driven by the Manufacture automatic chronograph world time movement, Calibre MB 29.27, from Montblanc and is housed in a 44mm titanium case that is entirely oxygen-free. This chronograph features two 3D rotating registers with a date at three o’clock, the Northern and Southern Hemispheres at twelve and six o’clock, respectively. The 8000m summits are marked by 12 orange dots on both hemispheres, serving as day/night indicators. In addition, it has a 3D-coloured laser engraving on the case back and a fluted bi-directional black ceramic bezel with compass points.

PANERAI – Radiomir Calendario Annuale Platinumtech™ Experience – PAM01432

Panerai’s new complication, the Annual Calendar, appeals to connoisseurs who seek aesthetics and authenticity. Developed specifically for the Radiomir collection, this is Panerai’s first-ever annual calendar complication. Displayed on an external moving disc, indicated by a fixed arrow at 3 o’clock, every month’s change is instantaneous thanks to a cam in the movement. With clear and immediate readability in mind, Panerai puts together intricate time-telling elements – the dial clearly displays all information needed.

SPEAKE MARIN – Ripples Blue Jeans

With Ripples Blue Jeans, only the sky is the limit. This new model is an invitation to escape.

The three-dimensional horizontal waves that span the dial are now presented in a tone of soothing blue. With the fresh and motivating RIPPLES Blue Jeans, RIPPLES continues its journey ahead. They are light and airy, prepared to soar upwards and faster.

TRILOBE – Une Folle Journée Diamant, Platinum

One year after the launch of its collection Une Folle Journée, with a brilliant and avant-garde piece, Trilobe debuts on the high jewellery journey. The three rotating rings were created with the help of artisans from rue de la Paix and were inspired by the roof of the Paris Opera House. They are set with exceptional diamonds hidden from view in a secret setting.