What happens when 70 years of watchmaking history is condensed into a 19mm mechanical jewel?
Blancpain answers with the Lady B, a distinctly contemporary interpretation of the idea that gave birth to the Ladybird collection in 1956.
Created under the leadership of Betty Fiechter, the first woman to lead a Swiss watch manufacture, the original Ladybird Bullet was built around an extraordinary ambition: create a remarkably small yet robust mechanical movement. Its R52/R55 calibre measured just 11.85mm in diameter and became the world’s smallest round mechanical movement produced in series, according to Blancpain’s historical account.
Seven decades later, Blancpain isn’t simply bringing that watch back.
It is rethinking the idea behind it.
From Ladybird Bullet to Lady B
The new Blancpain Lady B is explicitly described as a contemporary reinterpretation rather than a reissue of the 1956 Ladybird Bullet. Its design takes the original watch’s philosophy of miniaturisation and translates it into an entirely new architecture.
Its most immediately striking feature is its spherical case.
Measuring only 19mm in diameter, the case has a thickness of 13.20mm and a volume of just 2.9cm³. Rather than treating the watch as a flat object defined primarily by its diameter, Blancpain conceived Lady B in three dimensions.
The result is closer to a polished mechanical pebble or jewel than a conventional round wristwatch.
And that is precisely the point.
A Mechanical Heart in a Tiny Space
Inside the spherical case is Blancpain’s Manufacture Calibre 615, an automatic movement measuring 15.70mm in diameter and 3.90mm thick.
It contains 180 components and 29 rubies, operates at 3Hz, or 21,600 vibrations per hour, and delivers a 38-hour power reserve. Its plates are finished with Côtes de Genève, while a silicon balance spring is part of its evolution.
The movement’s compact architecture wasn’t simply placed inside an existing case.
The entire watch was developed around it.
Blancpain says the spherical case, sapphire crystal, polished rehaut, integrated strap passage and water resistance were developed in parallel to accommodate Calibre 615.
That makes the Lady B’s small dimensions more than an aesthetic exercise. They are the consequence of designing the watch around its mechanical core.
No Lugs. No Conventional Case Architecture.
Perhaps the most unusual aspect of Lady B is what it leaves out.
There are no traditional lugs.
Instead, the calf leather strap passes directly through an opening machined into the case. The passage measures just 10 × 1.6mm, and Blancpain describes the interior as micro-blasted so the leather can glide through it. The edges and knurling are finished by hand.
This creates a continuous visual relationship between the spherical case and the strap.
The watch doesn’t look as though a strap has been attached to it.
The strap appears to emerge from it.
Minimalism Is Doing the Heavy Lifting
The dial takes an equally restrained approach.
The warm beige opaline dial is identical across the stainless-steel and 18K red-gold versions. There is no gem-setting, allowing the dial surface, gold indices and reflections from the polished rehaut to define the visual character.
The applied stick indices are made from gold and measure only 1.82 × 0.39mm.
The hands remain deliberately simple, displaying only the hours and minutes.
This restraint is important because the case is already doing most of the visual talking. The polished spherical architecture creates changing reflections across its surface, while the clean dial prevents the watch from becoming visually busy.
Seven Straps, One Tiny Wrist Presence
The Lady B arrives on a double-tour calf leather strap, reinforcing its jewellery-like character.
There are seven colour options:
White
Beige
Mocha
Burgundy
Blue
Coral
Purple
The strap fits through the rear of the watch and can be changed easily.
The double-tour construction also changes how the 19mm case sits visually on the wrist. Instead of functioning simply as a tiny watch, the strap becomes an integral part of the design language.
Betty Fiechter: The Woman Behind the Original Vision
The Lady B story becomes considerably more interesting when you look back at Betty Fiechter.
Fiechter entered Blancpain’s workshop in Villeret as a 16-year-old apprentice in 1912. By 1933, she had become co-owner of the Manufacture, and she ultimately became the first woman to own and lead a Swiss watch manufacture.
Her contribution wasn’t limited to keeping the company operating through difficult economic and historical circumstances.
She also recognised the importance of mechanical watches for women.
Blancpain’s historical account notes that Fiechter believed women’s watches deserved the same ingenuity and mechanical integrity as other timepieces, making this area one of Blancpain’s defining strengths.
In 1956, the Ladybird emerged from this philosophy.
The Lady B now connects that history to Blancpain’s contemporary approach to mechanical miniaturisation.
The 1956 Technical Miracle
The original Ladybird Bullet’s R52/R55 calibre was only 11.85mm in diameter.
Its compact architecture incorporated a fifth wheel into the gear train and shock protection for the balance, allowing Blancpain to pursue extreme miniaturisation without abandoning robustness. The movement contained 133 individually machined components and operated at 3Hz.
The movement’s influence extended beyond Blancpain, with the press release noting that houses including Omega and Longines subsequently adopted it for their own creations. Its tiny footprint also enabled a wide variety of jewellery watches, bracelets, bangles, rings and pendants.
That history explains why the Ladybird is more than simply an old model in Blancpain’s archive.
Miniaturisation became a creative platform.
Lady B continues that idea in a radically different form.
Stainless Steel or 18K Red Gold?
Blancpain offers the Lady B in two case materials:
Stainless Steel
19mm diameter
13.20mm thickness
30m water resistance
CHF 9,500
18K Red Gold
19mm diameter
13.20mm thickness
30m water resistance
CHF 14,500
The watch is not a limited edition and is available through Blancpain boutiques and authorised retailers from 17 September 2026.
A New Chapter, Rather Than a Reissue
The Blancpain Lady B succeeds by resisting the obvious route.
It doesn’t attempt to reproduce the Ladybird Bullet line for line. Instead, it takes the central idea behind that watch, mechanical watchmaking on an extraordinarily small scale, and pushes it into a new design language.
A spherical 19mm case.
A tiny automatic movement.
An integrated double-tour strap.
A deliberately quiet opaline dial.
And a direct connection to Betty Fiechter and the Ladybird’s history.
Seventy years after the Ladybird first appeared, Blancpain’s smallest statement may also be one of its most conceptually interesting.
AWAKE’s Frosted Leaf collection returns in 2026 with three new watches inspired by exceptional moments in nature. Blood Moon, Storm and Lagoon transform rare natural phenomena into handmade lacquer dials using traditional Vietnamese Sơn Mài craftsmanship, silver leaves and natural pigments.
Through the life of a brand, some pieces make a lasting impression. Back in 2025, when AWAKE presented the Frosted Leaf technique for the very first time, watch collectors and enthusiasts all around the world were unanimously… enthusiastic.
One year—and two Awards—later, Frosted Leaf is back, featuring three new creations inspired by rare and intense natural phenomena. These three versions convey the feeling of Mankind, awestruck by the grandiosity of Nature.
Blood Moon, Storm, Lagoon—they tell us about Life, catching these exceptional moments granted by Nature. They push even further the limits of a unique craftsmanship, fixing fleeting instants in lacquer for all eternity. Unforeseeable but unforgettable instants.
PRESERVING, MODERNIZING, TRANSMITTING
AWAKE’s relationship with the Métiers d’Art is not just a matter of watchmaking. It is a matter of highlighting craftsmanship, transcending borders and boundaries, and giving prominence to diverse identities and cultures—within the frame of a dial. Promoting aesthetics, handicraft, meticulousness, and timelessness is also key. Each project of the brand aims at showcasing and preserving traditional savoir-faire by making them part of our daily lives.
CATCHING A FLEETING MOMENT
Since AWAKE was created in 2019, Nature and Arts have been the core inspirations of the brand. The common thread of all AWAKE’s watchmaking projects, allowing the brand to create unique and enthralling pieces. This mindset is shared by AWAKE’s Master Lacquerers, who wish to push further the limits of their antique techniques. Thanks to their commitment, the dials of the Frosted Leaf collection convey the beauty of the world. In 2025, AWAKE drew its inspiration from the breathtaking sight of Earth from Space.
In 2026, AWAKE intends to catch Nature in some of its most exceptional moments. Mixing poetry and craftsmanship to fix them in lacquer, thus turning ephemeral into eternal. Blood Moon, Storm, and Lagoon are inspired by three rare and intense natural phenomena. When witnessing them, people are suddenly aware of their own smallness, facing something way bigger than themselves. Such a striking, universal feeling. During these natural epiphanies, while the beauty of Nature is fully on display, Time seems to stop.
“The Blood Moon only appears for a few hours per year. A clap of thunder only lasts a split second. A perfect lagoon can only be found in some places around the World. Put together, these three phenomena illustrate the dichotomies at the core of AWAKE’s creative universe: ephemeral VS eternal, light VS dark, common VS uncanny, perceptible VS hidden.”
Lilian THIBAULT—AWAKE’s founder
TURNING EPHEMERAL MOMENTS INTO ETERNAL ITEMS
Blood Moon, Storm, Lagoon: three new iterations with powerful dials that poetically capture life in motion and preserve nature at its most rare and fleeting. They push even further the boundaries of this singular ancestral Vietnamese technique (known as glacis) which makes it possible to seal within lacquer, for eternity, that which by nature does not last. Each dial is conceived as a complete visual and sensory experience, inviting inward reflection and reminding people to cherish those unplanned moments that arrive without warning, and stay with them forever.
Blood Moon
The dials of the “Blood Moon” version are inspired by one of the most fascinating celestial phenomena: the so-called “Blood Moon” which happens during a total lunar eclipse. The Moon moves through Earth’s shadow, assuming a deep shade of red and looking almost unreal. Such a rare event, which only happens a few days every ten years, tends to overwhelm anyone who witnesses it. Paradoxically, the Moon shines in darkness. But it shines differently, adding some mystery. As if our faithful companion was revealing its dark side. No wonder so many civilizations saw it as a sign of profound changes to come.
The dials wear black and red: the colors of passion, desire and mystery. They defy each other, enhance each other, creating an exceptional visual depth, between light and darkness. Such a transient moment, captured for eternity thanks to AWAKE’s exclusive Frosted Leaf technique.
Lagoon
The “Lagoon” dials pay tribute to the mesmerizing beauty of lagoons and their relation to light. Between sea and land, depth and surface, they display incomparable and magical optical effects. AWAKE decided to capture them in its dials. Translucent greenish blue, intense turquoise, deep cobalt blue or silvery pale blue, lagoons are like breathing, living creatures, always changing. Transparent at first glance, the “Lagoon” dials actually include a whole universe. Diving into them is like diving into yourself, finding some hidden truths. Such an artistic achievement was allowed by AWAKE’s Frosted Leaf technique and the command of its Master Lacquerers. Light goes through several layers of lacquer, natural pigments, and silver leaves, producing visual effects similar to lagoon waters.
“Lagoon” watches foster people to see beyond what is visible. They are made for those who know that the most precious things are way under the surface. A silent reminder that some treasures, and savoir-faire, are timeless. You reach wiseness when you realize how much is left to discover.
Storm
The “Storm” dials are an artistic rendering of one of the few natural phenomena which generates awe and fear alike: storms. Mankind has been both fascinated by and fearful of storms, since the dawn of time. They still have a strong, universal meaning, even today. Black and orange hues convey the beauty and danger of a flash of lightning ripping the darkness. It merely lasts a split second—all it needs to illuminate everything around, with unequaled intensity. A bold dial with electric vibes, illustrating the huge amount of energy suddenly unleashed by Nature. It also displays the duality of destruction and creation, silence and crash, fear and amazement.
“Storm” is for those who are looking for a lively and unpredictable watch, neither conventional nor discreet. People who live life to its full and who know that unforgettable moments happen suddenly, without notice, with an unpredictable strength.
15 HOURS TO CATCH THE UNCATCHABLE
The remarkable technique used to produce the Blood Moon, Storm and Lagoon dials requires the highest level of focus and dexterity. It is a long and complex handicraft—each movement is of paramount importance. And perfection is the only objective. Each dial is like a hypnotizing “millefeuille”, playing with light.
A rare and delicate raw material: it starts with the sap of the Rhus verniciflua tree, which grows in North Vietnam. After a decade, each tree only gives 200 ml of the precious liquid per year. The harvest happens only at daybreak, in June and July. Purified and dehydrated, the sap becomes a transparent lacquer, well-known for making shine and protecting surfaces.
An antique and unique Vietnamese art: Sơn Mài is an age-old technique, requiring several years of practice. It consists in applying and polishing several layers of natural lacquer to obtain a mirror-like surface with unrivalled depth. Contrary to the Chinese and Japanese traditions, Vietnamese craftsmen include precious materials between layers of lacquer—like silver leaves, in this case—to create a one-of-a-kind texture, with relief and plays of light.
A shining and sparkling silver leaf: At the bottom of the dial, the craftsmen apply a first layer of lacquer and very dark black pigments. Then they varnish it. They apply the first layer of pure silver leaves with a brush and delicately sand it to remove the excess of material. It all gives an organic quality to the dials, with metallic and warm flashes of light.
An exceptional depth: That is where the “Frosted” technique comes in. Instead of starting the lacquer layering as usual with “classic” dials, AWAKE’s Master Lacquerers repeat the previous process, adding silver leaves to lacquer. Said lacquer is enriched with blue, orange or red pigments, thus creating a striking contrast. The material laying between each layer is lively. This technique requires patience and consistency. And time… It dramatically enhances the complexity of the dials.
A gifted craftsman: This light and substance “millefeuille” is then entrusted to the most experienced craftsman of the workshop. He must sand it with the greatest care, directly with his fingers, to slowly unveil the reliefs and patterns that render every dial unique. Several layers of lacquer, each sanded and polished, are needed to offer a perfect and eternal brilliance. The process is methodical, demanding, and lengthy (about 15 hours). Any mistake could spoil the dial.
A unique piece of art: The full process requires patience, dexterity and focus. It turns each dial into a one-off piece, where Light and Time stop and converse. They also bear the marks of the expert hands that made them. They are the results of an antique handiwork, bringing a century-long tradition to the present days.
NEW 38 MM CASE
These three models are equipped with AWAKE’s new 38 mm case—with thinner proportions. Perfectly balanced, its elegance is definitely accentuated by the concave lines of the polished bezel, along with the slightly convex sapphire crystal, and the delicately rounded lugs. The result is a mix between 1960s aesthetics and contemporary design. The contrast between polished surfaces and satin-finished sides is an adhesion to modernity. The slightly resized and now screw-down winding crown—allowing a 100 m water resistance—is adorned with a new “coat of arms”, symbolizing AWAKE’s commitment to Artisanship. Finally, the rehaut has been reshaped, expounding AWAKE’s vision with clarity and authenticity.
REIMAGINED BRAND IDENTITY
The dials show AWAKE’s new visual identity with a handwritten logo, as a tribute to the craftsmen’s handiwork. It is not only about aesthetics, it is about highlighting Tradition, Savoir-faire and Métiers d’Art in a contemporary frame. Punched with AWAKE’s new coat of arms illustrating transmission and cultural dialogue, the watches embody the brand’s sensibility and commitment. Each detail glorifies the richness of Artisanat and AWAKE’s will to keep it alive.
HIGHLIGHTED SAVOIR-FAIRE—QUITE LITERALLY…
Blood Moon, Storm and Lagoon display AWAKE’s exclusive “Chiaroscuro” luminous signature, which enhances the depth and contrasts of the dials, whether by day or by night. Hands and indexes combine Super-LumiNova® BGW9 and polished, brushed, and faceted steel. This innovation, called “coiffe”, allows for a subtle diffusion of light and a better readability without spoiling the dial. During the day, discretion is de rigueur. In the dark, luminescence works its magic. A gentle luminous halo appears and accentuates the brilliance of the lacquer, the sparkling of the silver leaves and the contrast of the pigments, bringing poetry and technical exploit together. A feast for the eyes!
LA JOUX-PERRET G101 MOVEMENT
The automatic G101 movement—made by Swiss manufacture La Joux-Perret—is the beating heart of the Blood Moon, Storm, and Lagoon models. Performing and reliable, up-to-date and precise, this finely-finished caliber offers a 68-hour power reserve. Besides, it is equipped with AWAKE’s new custom-made rotor. Made of tungsten, the rotor associates technical prowess and elegance, thanks to its reliefs and counter-reliefs, embellished by polished, brushed and bead-blasted finishes. The rehaut is engraved with AWAKE’s motto—Illuminating the hands and heritage behind rare crafts—and its slogan—Artisanship, Awakened.
HOMEMADE AND HANDMADE STRAPS
To make the new pieces even more sublime, AWAKE chose nubuck calfskin straps in orange, red and blue. They are made by hand in France. More precisely, AWAKE calls on the master leather workers of Maison Bouveret, in Franche-Comté (French Jura). No less than 60 steps are necessary to produce comfortable and sustainable straps, according to strict specifications. Each one shows tone-on-tone topstitching and black rubberized calfskin lining, which offer a highest level of flexibility, water, and wear resistance. Finally, these straps are equipped with AWAKE’s new Fitwell M1 micro-adjustment ardillon buckle, with only 3 mm between each hole. Hence a perfect fitting to feel comfortable all day long. The outcome is both technical and refined, so that connoisseurs can enjoy their watch on a daily basis. Dimensions: 115×75 – 20/16.
A PROPOSITION LIKE NO OTHER
The new creations have many assets: unique handmade dials, using two antique Métiers d’Art techniques; an exclusive luminous signature; a reputable Swiss caliber; straps made by hand in France. They are worth €2,820, taxes and shipping costs included, all around the world. True to its vision, AWAKE does its best to offer watches associating aesthetics, fine watchmaking, traditional savoir-faire and pure emotions, while remaining within the same price range.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
References:
Sơn Mài – Frosted Leaf « Storm » – standard collection – around 100 pieces a year
Sơn Mài – Frosted Leaf « Blood Moon » – standard collection – around 100 pieces a year
Sơn Mài – Frosted Leaf « Lagoon » – standard collection – around 100 pieces a year
Case: 316L Stainless Steel
Diameter: 38 mm
Lug to lug: 44,75 mm
Lug width: 20 mm
Thickness: 11.5 mm, glass included/10 mm without glass
Métier d’Art dials: each dial requires 15 hours of work. They are handmade, using two traditional savoir-faire: Sơn Mài Vietnamese lacquerwork and pure silver leaves
Indexes and hands: Super-LumiNova® BGW9, AWAKE exclusive luminous “coiffe” signature
Water resistance: 10 ATM (100 m)
Crystal: anti-reflective sapphire crystal
Case back: screw-down, sapphire crystal
Movement: Automatic La Joux-Perret G101 – 68-hour power reserve
Decorations: New custom-made rotor made of tungsten, with reliefs and counter-reliefs, polished, brushed and bead-blasted finishes. Bead-blasted and engraved rehaut
Strap: Maison Bouveret – nubuck calfskin – rubberized calfskin lining, tone-on-tone topstitching – curved quick-release spring bars – new adjustment ardillon buckle
There are few watches in Rolex’s Professional collection that divide opinion quite like the Yacht-Master II. Introduced in 2007 as one of the world’s few purpose-built mechanical regatta chronographs, it stood apart with its programmable countdown timer and unmistakable blue Cerachrom bezel. While admired for its technical ingenuity, its bold styling was never universally embraced.
For 2026, Rolex has taken a fresh approach.
Rather than simply updating the outgoing model, the brand has comprehensively re-engineered the Yacht-Master II, refining its appearance, simplifying its operation and introducing a new movement designed specifically for competitive sailing. The result is a watch that remains unmistakably a Yacht-Master II while becoming significantly more intuitive and contemporary.
A Cleaner Look Without Losing Its Identity
The most noticeable transformation is the dial.
Rolex has removed much of the visual complexity that characterised the previous generation. The countdown scale has been relocated from the bezel to a precisely positioned flange surrounding the dial, creating a more balanced and easier-to-read display.
The dial itself now features a matte white lacquer finish that reduces reflections, while the Professional collection’s applied hour markers further improve readability in varying lighting conditions.
The familiar blue Cerachrom bezel remains, but its role has changed. Instead of carrying the countdown scale, it now functions as a traditional 60-minute graduated bezel, giving the watch a cleaner and more purposeful appearance.
Designed Around the Regatta Start
The Yacht-Master II has always been different from conventional chronographs.
Instead of measuring elapsed time after an event begins, it helps sailors prepare for one of the most crucial moments in competitive yacht racing: the starting sequence.
The new generation retains Rolex’s programmable countdown with mechanical memory and “on-the-fly” synchronization, allowing sailors to adjust the countdown during a race without interrupting its operation.
For 2026, Rolex has also simplified the user experience. The countdown is now programmed and controlled exclusively through the two side pushers, eliminating the Ring Command bezel interaction used on the previous generation and making operation more straightforward under race conditions.
New Calibre 4162 Powers the Next Generation
At the heart of the watch is the entirely new Rolex Calibre 4162, developed exclusively for the Yacht-Master II.
Building on the previous Calibre 4161, the new movement introduces a completely re-engineered countdown mechanism while incorporating several of Rolex’s latest movement technologies.
Among the upgrades are:
Chronergy escapement for improved energy efficiency
Rolex Côtes de Genève bridge finishing
Skeletonised oscillating weight
Enhanced reliability and precision
Self-winding mechanical architecture developed entirely in-house
Like every current Rolex, the movement meets the strengthened Superlative Chronometer standards introduced in 2026, ensuring exceptional precision and performance after casing.
Built for Life at Sea
The Yacht-Master II continues to feature Rolex’s robust Oyster architecture.
Key highlights include:
Specification
Details
Case Size
44 mm
Water Resistance
100 metres (330 feet)
Materials
Oystersteel or 18 ct Yellow Gold
Bracelet
Oyster Bracelet
Clasp
Oysterlock Safety Clasp
Extension
Easylink Comfort Extension (approximately 5 mm)
On the yellow gold model, Rolex also incorporates patented ceramic inserts inside the bracelet links, helping reduce wear while improving long-term flexibility and comfort.
Available Variants
At launch, Rolex offers two versions:
Oystersteel with a matte white dial and blue Cerachrom bezel
18 ct Yellow Gold with matching premium finishes
Both share identical functionality and the new Calibre 4162 movement.
EyesOnTime’s Perspective
The Yacht-Master II has always been one of Rolex’s most technically fascinating creations, but also one of its most polarising.
With the 2026 generation, Rolex appears to have listened carefully to years of collector feedback. The watch is noticeably cleaner, more legible and easier to operate, while preserving the unique regatta functionality that has always set it apart.
Rather than reinventing the concept, Rolex has refined it where it matters most. The redesigned countdown interface, the introduction of Calibre 4162 and the simplified aesthetics collectively make the Yacht-Master II feel more mature and purpose-driven than its predecessor.
Whether this translates into broader appeal among collectors remains to be seen, but from a technical and design standpoint, the new Yacht-Master II represents one of the brand’s most thoughtful evolutions in recent years.
What is new about the Rolex Yacht-Master II in 2026?
The 2026 model introduces a redesigned countdown display, a new Calibre 4162 movement, simplified countdown controls using only the side pushers, improved dial legibility and a cleaner overall design.
What is the Yacht-Master II designed for?
Unlike a traditional chronograph, the Yacht-Master II is specifically engineered for yacht racing and features a programmable countdown timer designed for regatta starting sequences.
Which materials are available?
The new Yacht-Master II is available in Oystersteel and 18 ct yellow gold.
The Ref. 5270 has long stood among the finest perpetual calendar chronographs ever produced by Patek Philippe. Now, with the introduction of the 5270P-016, the manufacture expands the family into a trio of striking platinum references, each sharing the same exceptional mechanics while expressing a unique character through colour.
At their core, the 5270P-015, 5270P-016, and 5270P-017 are identical masterpieces. Each is housed in a platinum case featuring the signature concave bezel and elegant two-tier lugs. Each is powered by the manually wound CH 29-535 PS Q calibre, combining a traditional column-wheel chronograph with a perpetual calendar enhanced by six patented chronograph innovations. And each retains the beautifully balanced dial layout that has become synonymous with the Ref. 5270.
Where they differ is in personality.
5270P-015: Understated Sophistication
The 5270P-015 pairs its platinum case with a sunburst charcoal grey lacquered dial that fades into a black-gradient rim. Combined with a black composite strap featuring cream-coloured stitching, it delivers the most understated and versatile expression of the collection.
The monochromatic palette gives the watch a contemporary, almost architectural presence, appealing to collectors who appreciate quiet elegance over visual drama.
5270P-016: The Modern Classic
The newly introduced 5270P-016 brings a vibrant blue lacquered dial into the collection, again framed by a subtle black-gradient edge. Blue stitching on the textured black composite strap perfectly complements the dial, creating a harmonious balance between sportiness and refinement.
Blue has become one of modern watchmaking’s most sought-after dial colours, yet Patek Philippe approaches it with remarkable restraint. The result is a watch that feels contemporary without chasing trends, allowing the legendary perpetual calendar chronograph to remain the true focal point.
5270P-017: A Bold Statement
For collectors seeking something more expressive, the 5270P-017 introduces a rich red lacquered dial with the same black-gradient finish. Paired with matching red stitching on the composite strap, it is undoubtedly the most daring interpretation of the trio.
While bold in appearance, the carefully executed lacquer finish and balanced dial architecture ensure that the watch remains unmistakably Patek Philippe, blending confidence with timeless elegance.
One Legendary Movement, Three Different Expressions
Across all three references, the familiar perpetual calendar display remains perfectly organised. The day and month appear through twin in-line apertures at 12 o’clock, while the date and moon phases occupy the display at 6 o’clock. White gold dauphine hands and a crisp white tachymeter scale ensure exceptional legibility against each dial colour.
Visible through the sapphire crystal caseback, the manually wound CH 29-535 PS Q calibre continues to showcase the artistry of traditional Swiss watchmaking through impeccable hand-finishing, refined decoration, and sophisticated engineering.
The EyesOnTime Perspective
With the 5270P-015, 5270P-016, and 5270P-017, Patek Philippe demonstrates how colour can transform the identity of an already iconic watch without altering its mechanical soul.
Whether one prefers the understated elegance of charcoal grey, the timeless appeal of blue, or the bold confidence of red, each reference celebrates the same enduring philosophy: exceptional complications, uncompromising craftsmanship, and design that transcends generations.
Rather than replacing one another, these three platinum references offer collectors three distinct interpretations of one of modern haute horlogerie’s greatest creations.
For more than a decade, the Frederique Constant Classic Worldtimer Manufacture has been one of the brand’s defining creations. Introduced in 2012, it combined an elegant world time complication with an accessible Swiss Manufacture movement, making high-end watchmaking more attainable for collectors. In a market where world time watches often command premium prices, the Classic Worldtimer Manufacture carved out a reputation for offering exceptional value without compromising on craftsmanship.
Now, Frederique Constant has given one of its most celebrated watches its most significant update yet. The latest generation introduces the brand-new Manufacture FC-719 calibre, a refined 40mm case, cleaner date-free dials, a longer 72-hour power reserve, fresh colourways, an interchangeable steel bracelet, and a dazzling gem-set limited edition.
Rather than reinventing an icon, Frederique Constant has carefully refined every aspect of it.
A Modern Evolution of a Horological Favourite
The Classic Worldtimer Manufacture has always stood apart for its elegant simplicity. It delivered one of horology’s most useful complications in an intuitive package, allowing wearers to read all 24 global time zones at a glance.
The newest version remains faithful to that philosophy while introducing meaningful upgrades that improve both aesthetics and everyday usability.
The redesigned collection now features:
New in-house FC-719 Manufacture movement
Extended 72-hour power reserve
Slimmer 40mm case
Streamlined date-free dial
New dial colours
New interchangeable five-link steel bracelet
Limited edition gem-set version with just 88 individually numbered pieces
Each update has been carefully considered, ensuring the watch feels contemporary without losing the timeless appeal that made it a cornerstone of Frederique Constant’s collection.
Introducing the New FC-719 Manufacture Calibre
At the heart of the new Classic Worldtimer Manufacture lies Frederique Constant’s 35th in-house Manufacture movement, the FC-719.
Developed entirely within the Maison’s Geneva workshops, the movement builds upon the reliability of its predecessor while introducing significant technical improvements.
The biggest advancement is its 72-hour power reserve, nearly doubling the previous 38-hour autonomy. This impressive increase comes from a longer mainspring and an optimised alloy composition, all while maintaining a frequency of 4Hz (28,800 vibrations per hour) for excellent timekeeping performance.
Remarkably, despite housing a larger mainspring, the movement fits inside a more compact 40mm case, showcasing the engineering efficiency behind its redesign.
World Time Made Beautifully Simple
World time complications can often appear intimidating, but Frederique Constant has long believed they should be intuitive enough for everyday use.
The Classic Worldtimer Manufacture simultaneously displays the time across all 24 global time zones, with a two-tone city ring allowing wearers to instantly distinguish between daytime and nighttime regions.
One of the most noticeable changes is the removal of the date display.
Without the date aperture interrupting the dial, the layout feels cleaner, more balanced and significantly easier to read. The result is a dial that highlights the world time complication rather than competing with it.
Whether travelling across continents or simply appreciating the artistry of mechanical watchmaking, the display remains elegant and remarkably practical.
One Crown Controls Everything
One of the defining characteristics of the Classic Worldtimer Manufacture is its incredibly user-friendly operation.
Unlike many complicated watches requiring recessed pushers or correction tools, every function is adjusted through a single crown.
This approach offers several practical advantages:
Faster and simpler adjustments
Fewer mechanical components susceptible to wear
Improved reliability
Enhanced water resistance of 5 ATM
Cleaner case proportions without additional correctors
Sometimes good engineering is less about adding more parts and more about having the restraint to remove them.
Handcrafted Finishing Through and Through
Turning the watch over reveals the FC-719 movement beneath a sapphire crystal caseback.
Frederique Constant continues its commitment to traditional Swiss finishing with decorative techniques that elevate the movement beyond pure functionality.
Highlights include:
Sunburst Côtes de Genève decoration
Circular graining on the bridges
Snailing on the atin-finished oscillating weight
Hand-assembled and individually regulated movement
Every calibre undergoes careful assembly within the Manufacture, where each component is pre-assembled before final adjustment. Precision tasks such as balance spring centring and regulation require microscopic accuracy, ensuring every movement leaves the workshop performing to exacting standards.
A Refined Exterior with Contemporary Appeal
The new generation also introduces a more compact 40mm stainless steel case, offering improved proportions and enhanced wrist comfort.
Its redesigned five-link stainless steel bracelet alternates satin-brushed and polished surfaces, delivering a refined look while remaining suitable for daily wear. The interchangeable system also gives owners additional flexibility to personalise the watch.
Frederique Constant has also refreshed the collection with new dial colours that complement the cleaner, date-free layout while maintaining the Classic Worldtimer’s unmistakable identity.
For collectors seeking something even more exclusive, the Maison introduces a spectacular gem-set edition limited to 88 individually numbered pieces, adding a luxurious interpretation to one of its most recognisable creations.
Swiss Manufacture Watchmaking at Exceptional Value
Frederique Constant has spent nearly four decades pursuing a mission that remains surprisingly rare in modern watchmaking: creating true Swiss Manufacture timepieces while keeping them accessible to enthusiasts.
The new Classic Worldtimer Manufacture embodies that philosophy perfectly.
From the newly developed FC-719 movement and extended power reserve to its simplified operation, refined proportions and elegant finishing, every improvement reflects thoughtful engineering rather than unnecessary complexity.
For seasoned travellers, frequent flyers and collectors alike, it remains one of the most compelling world time watches available today, proving that genuine Manufacture craftsmanship doesn’t always have to come with an unreachable price tag.
Technical Specifications
Movement: Manufacture FC-719 Automatic Functions: Hours, Minutes, World Time (24 Time Zones) Power Reserve: 72 Hours Frequency: 4Hz (28,800 vph) Case Size: 40mm Water Resistance: 5 ATM Bracelet: Interchangeable Five-Link Stainless Steel Bracelet Caseback: Sapphire Crystal Exhibition Special Edition: Gem-set Limited Edition (88 Pieces)
Hublot continues to redefine transparent watchmaking with the launch of the limited-edition Big Bang Sapphire Sky Blue, pairing its signature sapphire expertise with the impressive Meca-10 manufacture movement.
There are watches that tell time, and then there are watches that make a statement before you even glance at the dial. The Hublot Big Bang Sapphire Sky Blue belongs firmly in the latter category. Limited to just 100 pieces worldwide, this latest creation showcases everything Hublot has become synonymous with over the past decade: innovative materials, bold engineering and contemporary design.
Hublot’s Mastery of Sapphire Continues
Working with sapphire is no simple feat. Renowned for its exceptional hardness and transparency, sapphire is one of the most demanding materials in watchmaking. While many brands have experimented with it, Hublot has consistently expanded its possibilities, introducing coloured sapphire cases that combine technical complexity with striking aesthetics.
The Big Bang Sapphire Sky Blue captures the calm brilliance of a summer sky through its fully polished 44mm sapphire crystal case. Its transparent construction allows light to flow through every angle of the watch, giving it a presence that constantly changes depending on its surroundings. Titanium H-shaped screws secure the sapphire bezel, while a structured sky-blue rubber strap completes the distinctive monochromatic look.
The Meca-10 Movement Takes Centre Stage
Inside the transparent case is one of Hublot’s most celebrated in-house calibres: the HUB1201 Meca-10.
Originally introduced in 2016, the Meca-10 broke away from conventional movement architecture. Rather than hiding the mechanics beneath the dial, Hublot designed the movement to become the visual centrepiece of the watch. Inspired by mechanical construction systems, its fully skeletonised architecture reveals every functional component.
The manually wound movement consists of 223 components, delivers an exceptional 10-day (240-hour) power reserve, and uses two parallel mainspring barrels to maintain consistent energy delivery. One of its most distinctive features is the innovative rack-and-pinion power reserve display that moves horizontally across the movement, reinforcing the industrial aesthetic that has become synonymous with the Meca-10 collection.
Transparency That Reveals Every Detail
The appeal of the Big Bang Sapphire Sky Blue extends beyond its sapphire case. Its matte sky-blue skeleton dial, matching movement bridges and sapphire case-back ensure that the watch remains visually captivating from every angle.
Instead of concealing its mechanics, the watch celebrates them. Every gear, bridge and wheel becomes part of the overall design, creating a fascinating interplay between engineering and aesthetics. It is a reminder that modern haute horlogerie is as much about visual storytelling as it is about precision.
Built with Confidence
The Big Bang Sapphire Sky Blue is more than an exercise in design. It also reflects Hublot’s confidence in its manufacturing capabilities.
Eligible models purchased from 1 January 2026 benefit from Hublot’s 5+5 warranty programme, providing a five-year standard warranty with the possibility of extending coverage to ten years through the Hublotista programme. It is among the most comprehensive warranty offerings in contemporary luxury watchmaking and reinforces the brand’s trust in its products.
Limited to Just 100 Pieces
Exclusivity remains central to the appeal of this release.
The Hublot Big Bang Sapphire Sky Blue is limited to 100 pieces worldwide and will be available through selected Hublot boutiques, authorised retailers and the brand’s official online store. The watch is priced at USD 84,300, reflecting both the complexity of its sapphire construction and the sophistication of its in-house movement.
Final Thoughts
Few brands have embraced sapphire as confidently as Hublot. Over the years, the manufacture has transformed what was once considered an experimental material into one of its defining signatures. The Big Bang Sapphire Sky Blue continues that journey, combining a transparent sky-blue sapphire case with the technically impressive Meca-10 movement in a package that is both futuristic and unmistakably Hublot.
For collectors who appreciate avant-garde watchmaking, architectural movements and limited-edition craftsmanship, this latest Big Bang demonstrates exactly why Hublot remains one of the industry’s most daring innovators.
India’s luxury watch journey reaches another defining milestone this September.
From 28 September to 1 October 2026, Mumbai will host the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) Exhibition, presented by Ethos. Recognised globally as the “Oscars of Watchmaking,” the travelling exhibition brings together the year’s finest nominated timepieces, offering collectors, enthusiasts and industry professionals a rare opportunity to experience contemporary haute horlogerie up close before the winners are announced in Geneva.
The exhibition reflects India’s growing stature in the international watch industry and highlights the country’s rapidly expanding community of knowledgeable collectors. Over four days, visitors will have the opportunity to discover exceptional creations that showcase innovation, craftsmanship and mechanical excellence from some of the world’s most celebrated watchmakers.
A Rare Encounter with the World’s Finest Timepieces
Unlike the awards ceremony itself, the travelling GPHG Exhibition allows watch enthusiasts to experience the shortlisted watches firsthand. The Mumbai showcase will feature finalists across multiple award categories, ranging from complicated mechanical masterpieces and sports watches to artistic métiers d’art creations and groundbreaking independent watchmaking.
For many collectors, this is a unique chance to compare some of the year’s most significant horological creations side by side, all under one roof.
Why Mumbai Matters
India has steadily emerged as one of the most exciting luxury watch markets in the world. A new generation of collectors, increasing appreciation for independent watchmakers and growing demand for high-end Swiss timepieces have transformed the country into an important destination for global maisons.
Bringing the GPHG Exhibition to Mumbai is recognition of this momentum. It demonstrates the confidence that the international watch industry has in India’s collector community while creating a platform for enthusiasts to engage more deeply with contemporary watchmaking.
Ethos Continues to Shape India’s Watch Culture
As India’s leading luxury watch retailer, Ethos has consistently invested in building awareness around fine watchmaking through exhibitions, educational initiatives and partnerships with global brands.
Hosting the GPHG Exhibition further strengthens that commitment, giving Indian audiences direct access to watches that represent the very best of modern horology and reinforcing India’s place within the global watchmaking conversation.
A Must-Visit Event for Every Watch Enthusiast
Whether you’re a seasoned collector, an aspiring enthusiast or simply fascinated by mechanical craftsmanship, the GPHG Exhibition promises an extraordinary experience.
From 28 September to 1 October 2026, Mumbai becomes a destination where innovation, artistry and centuries of watchmaking tradition come together, offering a glimpse into the future of haute horlogerie.
In a world where luxury watches often compete through complex complications and increasingly elaborate dials, the ELKA x Ace “Essence” MD09 takes the opposite approach. It strips away everything that isn’t essential, proving that true elegance often lies in restraint. Inspired by ELKA Watch Co.’s philosophy of “Form Follows Feeling,” the MD09 is a watch designed to be experienced rather than simply read.
A Collaboration Rooted in Minimalism
Created in collaboration with Ace Jewelers, the Serie D “The 36” Essence is a celebration of pure design. Limited to just 50 pieces worldwide, the watch removes traditional hour markers and numerals, allowing the dial itself to become the focal point. Instead of measuring time with visual precision, the MD09 invites the wearer to appreciate time through emotion and simplicity.
The Beauty of an Uninterrupted Blue Dial
The first thing that captures your attention is the stunning sunray blue dial.
Free from indices and numerals, the uninterrupted surface allows light to move effortlessly across the dial, creating changing shades of deep navy and electric blue depending on the viewing angle. The absence of visual clutter gives the watch a calming, almost meditative presence that is increasingly rare in modern watchmaking.
Designed to Feel Natural
Housed in ELKA’s signature 36mm pebble-shaped case, the MD09 reflects the brand’s focus on comfort and organic design. Its smooth contours recall vintage pocket watches, while the compact proportions make it equally suited to both contemporary and classic wrists.
Completing the design is ELKA’s distinctive Chevé-box sapphire crystal, whose generous curvature evokes the charm of vintage acrylic crystals while delivering the scratch resistance expected from modern sapphire.
Less Design. More Emotion.
The MD09 isn’t about displaying technical complexity. It’s about creating an emotional connection with the wearer.
By removing every unnecessary element, ELKA allows the dial, proportions and light to become the watch’s defining features. It’s a reminder that sometimes the most memorable designs are those confident enough to leave space for simplicity.
EyesOnTime’s Take
The ELKA x Ace “Essence” MD09 Blue Minimalist is a refreshing reminder that minimalism doesn’t have to feel empty. Every design choice has a purpose, from the uninterrupted blue dial to the perfectly balanced 36mm case.
For collectors who appreciate independent watchmaking, understated elegance and thoughtful design, the MD09 offers something increasingly rare in today’s market: a watch that whispers instead of shouting.
Luxury watchmaking often celebrates either technical innovation or artistic beauty. With the new ZENITH DEFY Extreme Lapis Lazuli II, the Swiss manufacture proves that the two can coexist beautifully.
Limited to just 25 pieces worldwide, this latest edition of the DEFY Extreme brings together one of the most advanced mechanical chronograph movements in production with one of nature’s most captivating gemstones. The result is a watch that feels equally at home in a collector’s showcase or on the wrist of someone who appreciates cutting-edge engineering.
A Study in Contrasts
At first glance, the DEFY Extreme Lapis Lazuli II is impossible to ignore.
Its bold 45mm case combines forged carbon with titanium, creating a lightweight yet incredibly robust construction. Unlike polished metals that reflect light, the matte texture of forged carbon absorbs it, giving the watch a stealth-like presence that perfectly suits the aggressive architecture of the DEFY collection.
Against this dark backdrop, the lapis lazuli chronograph counters become the undeniable focal point.
Every slice of lapis lazuli is naturally unique, with tiny pyrite inclusions shimmering like stars across a deep blue sky. No two watches will ever display exactly the same pattern, making each piece subtly individual.
Powered by the Legendary El Primero 9004
Beneath the openworked dial sits one of ZENITH’s most impressive achievements: the El Primero 9004.
The movement features two completely independent escapements, each designed for a specific purpose.
One escapement beats at 5 Hz (36,000 vibrations per hour) to keep precise time, while the second operates at an extraordinary 50 Hz (360,000 vibrations per hour) exclusively for the chronograph.
This innovative architecture enables the central chronograph hand to complete one full rotation every second, allowing elapsed time to be measured with remarkable precision to 1/100th of a second.
It’s a mechanical spectacle that remains one of the defining features of the DEFY Extreme collection.
Built for Performance, Designed for Everyday Wear
While the movement is undeniably technical, the DEFY Extreme Lapis Lazuli II has also been designed with versatility in mind.
The watch is supplied with a black rubber strap featuring a folding clasp, alongside a black high-performance Velcro strap. Thanks to ZENITH’s integrated quick-change strap system, switching between the two requires no tools, making it easy to adapt the watch for different occasions.
The carbon and titanium construction also keeps the substantial 45mm case surprisingly lightweight, while its 20 ATM water resistance ensures it’s ready for active everyday use.
A Collector’s Edition
The DEFY Extreme Lapis Lazuli II isn’t simply another colour variation.
By pairing forged carbon, titanium and natural lapis lazuli with one of the world’s most technically advanced mechanical chronographs, ZENITH has created a watch that celebrates both innovation and individuality.
With only 25 examples available worldwide, this is a timepiece destined for collectors who appreciate rare materials, exceptional engineering and distinctive design.
Technical Specifications
Reference: 10.9102.9004/51.I200
Limited Edition: 25 pieces
Case: 45mm Carbon & Titanium
Movement: El Primero 9004
Chronograph Accuracy: 1/100th of a second
Frequency: 5 Hz timekeeping / 50 Hz chronograph
Power Reserve: 50 hours
Water Resistance: 20 ATM
Dial: Openworked with natural lapis lazuli counters
Straps: Black rubber strap and black Velcro strap with interchangeable system
Final Thoughts
The DEFY Extreme Lapis Lazuli II demonstrates that modern watchmaking isn’t only about improving performance. It’s also about creating emotion through materials, craftsmanship and thoughtful design.
Its forged carbon case speaks to contemporary engineering, while the natural beauty of lapis lazuli adds warmth and individuality. Combined with the remarkable El Primero 9004 movement capable of measuring time to 1/100th of a second, this limited edition showcases exactly what makes ZENITH one of the industry’s most innovative watchmakers.
For collectors seeking something that blends mechanical excellence with unmistakable character, the DEFY Extreme Lapis Lazuli II stands out as one of the most compelling releases of the year.
With the launch of the Royale Paris Chrono, Pequignet Manufacture opens an important new chapter in its history. Presented as the Maison’s first chronograph, this new creation is the result of several years of development and reflects the brand’s commitment to mechanical innovation, timeless design, and French watchmaking excellence.
Building on the success of its manufacture calibres, Pequignet has developed the Calibre Initial® Chronograph, bringing one of watchmaking’s most celebrated complications into the Royale Paris collection for the very first time.
The result is a chronograph that combines technical sophistication with the refined aesthetics that have become synonymous with modern Pequignet watchmaking.
The First Chronograph in the Royale Paris Collection
The Royale Paris Chrono represents a significant milestone for Pequignet as the first chronograph ever introduced within the Royale Paris collection.
While remaining faithful to the design language of the collection, the watch introduces a new level of functionality through a thoughtfully executed bi-compax chronograph display.
Available with either blue or red chronograph counters on an opaline dial, the Royale Paris Chrono delivers a contemporary interpretation of a classic complication while preserving the elegance expected from the collection.
The dial displays:
Small seconds at 3 o’clock
30-minute chronograph counter at 9 o’clock
The layout offers excellent legibility while maintaining visual balance.
Distinctive Royale Paris Design
The Royale Paris Chrono retains the signature features that define the collection.
Its stainless steel case features Pequignet’s distinctive attached lugs, creating a strong architectural identity and a refined presence on the wrist.
A more sculpted profile introduces a concave, gouge-shaped cut-out that extends around the dial, creating visual depth and reinforcing the watch’s contemporary character.
The result is a chronograph that feels elegant rather than overtly sporty, making it suitable for both formal and everyday wear.
The Calibre Initial® Chronograph
Powering the watch is the new Calibre Initial® Chronograph, the fifth movement developed by Pequignet Manufacture.
The movement is based on the Calibre Initial® architecture and incorporates a newly developed chronograph mechanism. To bring this complication to life, Pequignet collaborated with a renowned Swiss specialist in high-end watch complications.
This partnership combines French movement development and manufacturing expertise with specialist chronograph know-how, resulting in a movement that reflects the strengths of both traditions.
The Calibre Initial® Chronograph represents an important evolution of Pequignet’s manufacture capabilities and demonstrates the brand’s continued investment in movement development.
A Robust Cam-Operated Chronograph
Rather than using a column-wheel architecture, the Royale Paris Chrono employs a cam-operated chronograph system.
This design delivers crisp and reliable operation while offering excellent resistance to shocks and everyday use. The architecture aligns with the watch’s practical philosophy, prioritising durability and dependable performance.
Another notable technical feature is the offset stem system, which allows the crown and chronograph pushers to align harmoniously along the side of the case, contributing to the watch’s balanced appearance.
French Manufacturing Excellence
True to Pequignet’s manufacturing philosophy, the components used in the Royale Paris Chrono are sourced locally.
As with the Maison’s other manufacture movements, components are sourced within an 80-kilometre radius of the manufacture in Morteau, France. This localised approach reflects Pequignet’s commitment to preserving regional expertise and maintaining close relationships with specialist suppliers.
The Royale Paris Chrono therefore represents not only a technical achievement but also a celebration of contemporary French watchmaking.
Why the Royale Paris Chrono Matters
The luxury chronograph category is dominated by established Swiss names, making the Royale Paris Chrono particularly noteworthy.
It offers collectors:
The first chronograph in the Royale Paris collection
The fifth manufacture movement developed by Pequignet
Distinctive French design language
A locally sourced manufacturing approach
A sophisticated blend of French and Swiss watchmaking expertise
A refined alternative to traditional sports chronographs
For enthusiasts seeking something beyond the mainstream, the Royale Paris Chrono presents a compelling proposition.
Final Thoughts
The Pequignet Royale Paris Chrono is far more than a new model within the collection. It marks the arrival of the Manufacture’s first chronograph and demonstrates the brand’s ability to tackle one of watchmaking’s most iconic complications while remaining true to its French identity.
With its elegant architecture, refined dial execution and new Calibre Initial® Chronograph movement, the Royale Paris Chrono stands as one of the most significant releases in Pequignet’s modern history.
For collectors who appreciate independent watchmaking, technical development and distinctive design, the Royale Paris Chrono is a chronograph well worth discovering.
With the Delphis Art Deco, Chronoswiss presents a bold reinterpretation of one of its most iconic complications. Inspired by the design language of the Roaring Twenties, this new edition pays tribute to an era defined by artistic freedom, architectural clarity, and a fascination with modern progress.
The Art Deco movement that flourished during the 1920s reshaped the visual culture of its time. From architecture and graphic design to fashion and industrial objects, it introduced a new aesthetic built on geometry, symmetry, and refined contrasts. It was a period where craftsmanship met innovation, and where decorative arts embraced modernity without abandoning tradition.
These values resonate deeply with the philosophy of Chronoswiss today.
With the Delphis Art Deco, the brand translates this spirit into a contemporary mechanical sculpture for the wrist.
A Dial inspired by Art Deco Geometry
At the center of the Delphis Art Deco lies a dial that reflects the architectural elegance of the Art Deco era.
The main dial surface is nickel-coated and laser-structured, creating a subtle three- dimensional texture that plays with light and shadow. Its refined grey tone evokes the metallic elegance and restrained color palettes characteristic of Art Deco design.
Hovering above this surface is the distinctive Delphis display. At 12 o’clock, the jumping hour advances instantly at the top of each hour. At the center, the retrograde minute hand sweeps across the curved scale before snapping back to its starting position. At the lower part of the dial, the small seconds rotate continuously.
For the small seconds, Chronoswiss introduces a baby-blue azur tone, achieved through a unique lacquer on a hand-guilloché base. The intricate guilloché pattern is engraved in- house at the Atelier Lucerne using century-old machines, creating a dynamic texture beneath the Art Deco-inspired white typography.
The gold-plated minute ring adds a warm contrast to the cool grey dial and reinforces the geometric clarity that defines the entire composition.
Modern Presence – Crafted in Lucerne
The 42 mm case of the Delphis Art Deco is crafted from Grade 5 titanium and finished in a matte grey tone. Lightweight yet exceptionally durable, the material lends the watch a modern architectural presence while ensuring comfort on the wrist.
Paired with a black nubuck strap, the piece balances the bold mechanical architecture of the Delphis complication with a refined contemporary aesthetic.
Powering the Delphis Art Deco is the Chronoswiss Manufacture Caliber C.6004, developed together with La Joux-Perret. The automatic movement offers a 55-hour power reserve and is visible through the sapphire crystal caseback.
Inside, traditional finishing techniques meet modern engineering, reflecting the same philosophy that defines the watch itself: heritage craftsmanship expressed through contemporary watchmaking.
A new chapter for an Icon
The Delphis has long been one of the most recognizable complications within the Chronoswiss universe and has remained an icon since its introduction in 1996.
With the Delphis Art Deco, Chronoswiss revisits this emblematic complication through the lens of one of history’s most influential design movements.
A mechanical tribute to the Roaring Twenties – reimagined for the collectors of today.
• Complication: Jumping Hour, Retrograde Minute, Analogue Seconds • Dial: Small Seconds Hand Guilloché
• Movement: Manufacture Caliber C.6004, automatic
• Water Resistance: 10 ATM
Technical Data
Model: Delphis Art Deco, limited to 150 pieces
Reference: CH-1423TM.1-GRGO Titanium Grade 5
Displays: Digital hour at 12 o’clock, retrograde & central minute, analog second at 6 o’clock
Case: Solid 17-piece Titanium Grade 5 case with matte finish, cut and polished, polished bezel with side fluted decorative ring and cambered, double anti-reflective sapphire crystal; screwed and satin- finished case back with sapphire crystal, onion crown, water-resistant to 10 bar, screw-down straps with patented autobloc system
Measurements: Ø 42 mm, height 14.4 mm
Movement: Chronoswiss manufacture caliber C. 6004, automatic
Diameter: Ø33mm
Jewels: 37
Balance: Glucydur, three-legged
Balance spring: Nivarox 1
Fine Adjustment: Via Excenter
Shock protection: Incabloc
Frequency: 4 Hz., 28‘800 A/h (semi-oscillations)
Power reserve: Approx. 55 hours
Special features: Skeletonized rotor made of tungsten, ball bearing; armature, escape wheel and screws polished; bridge with Geneva cut, ruthenium plated
Dial: 3-dimensional construction, upper level lasered with nickel-coating/ digital hour display. Central retrograde minute, analog second at 6 o’clock with hand Guilloché lacquer blue, Minute Ring gold plated.
Hands: Pointer shape “Viking”, aluminium / satinated / blue PVD-coating
Maison Trilobe has never been interested in making conventional watches. Since its debut, the independent French watchmaker has challenged traditional horology with its patented rotating ring display that eliminates conventional hands. With the launch of the Trente-Deux Secret Edition, Trilobe takes its philosophy a step further, transforming personal memories into wearable works of art through a unique combination of astronomy, craftsmanship, and haute horlogerie.
In luxury watchmaking, personalization often means choosing a dial colour, engraving initials, or selecting a bespoke strap. The Maison Trilobe Trente-Deux Secret Edition offers something far more meaningful. Every watch features a custom star map recreating the exact night sky from a date, time, and location chosen by its owner, turning a cherished memory into a permanent celestial signature on the dial.
Whether commemorating a wedding, the birth of a child, an engagement, or a defining life milestone, the Trente-Deux Secret Edition transforms a fleeting moment into a timeless object. It is not merely a luxury watch; it is a deeply personal story told through the language of the stars.
A Truly Unique Luxury Watch
At the heart of the Trente-Deux Secret Edition lies a sophisticated astronomical algorithm capable of recreating the precise appearance of the night sky at any meaningful moment. The system incorporates more than 1,600 constellations and is based on the work of renowned Belgian astronomer Jean Meeus, whose astronomical calculations remain a benchmark in the scientific community.
The algorithm accounts for celestial coordinates, the Earth’s movement around the Sun, and the tilt of its axis to determine the exact position of stars at a specific date, time, and location. As a result, every dial becomes entirely unique, ensuring that no two Secret Edition watches are ever identical.
For collectors, this means owning a timepiece that preserves a personal memory with scientific precision and artistic beauty.
From Celestial Data to Horological Art
Creating a personalized star map dial requires more than advanced calculations. It also demands exceptional craftsmanship.
Each constellation is first engraved onto a dedicated metal plate before being transferred onto the dial using a meticulous pad-printing process. Artisans apply powdered silver ink in successive micro-deposits, gradually building the stars layer by layer. Multiple lacquer applications then create depth and luminosity, giving the impression of celestial bodies floating across the night sky.
The entire process takes place in a controlled clean-room environment, ensuring absolute precision and preserving the purity of the dial. The result is a miniature celestial landscape where technical mastery meets artistic expression.
The Distinctive Trente-Deux Display
The Secret Edition is housed within the Trente-Deux collection, one of Trilobe’s most distinctive creations. Rather than relying on traditional hands, time is displayed through the Maison’s patented system of three rotating rings that indicate hours, minutes, and seconds on a single plane.
This innovative display creates a striking sense of motion while maintaining exceptional legibility. Combined with the personalized star map dial, it reinforces the idea that both time and memories are constantly in motion, yet capable of being preserved.
Powered by the In-House X-Nihilo Calibre
Driving the Trente-Deux Secret Edition is the X-Nihilo calibre, Maison Trilobe’s first in-house movement. Designed, developed, assembled, and regulated entirely in Paris, the movement reflects the brand’s commitment to independent watchmaking and technical excellence.
Technical Specifications
Movement
In-house X-Nihilo calibre
Self-winding mechanical movement
42-hour power reserve
28,800 vibrations per hour (4Hz)
34 jewels
218 components
7mm movement thickness
Case
Available in 316L stainless steel or 18k rose gold
Sapphire crystal with multi-layer anti-reflective treatment
Sapphire exhibition caseback
Water-resistant to 50 metres (5 bar)
Display
Patented rotating ring indication for hours, minutes and seconds
No traditional hands
Steel and Rose Gold Interpretations
The Trente-Deux Secret Edition is available in two distinct versions.
The stainless steel model is paired with an integrated steel bracelet, enhancing the contemporary architecture of the case. Meanwhile, the 18k rose gold version introduces a more relaxed elegance through a specially developed blue rubber strap that perfectly complements the sunray blue celestial dial.
Both versions maintain the collection’s refined aesthetic while offering different personalities for collectors seeking either modern versatility or warm sophistication.
More Than a Personalized Watch
The true achievement of the Trente-Deux Secret Edition lies in its ability to merge emotion with engineering. While many luxury watches celebrate mechanical innovation, few create such a direct connection between the wearer and the timepiece itself.
Every star on the dial represents a real celestial position from a specific moment in someone’s life. Every watch becomes a one-of-one creation. In an industry obsessed with limited editions, Trilobe has created something even rarer: a watch that cannot be replicated.
Final Thoughts
The Maison Trilobe Trente-Deux Secret Edition stands as one of the most original personalized luxury watches of 2025. Combining astronomical precision, artisanal craftsmanship, innovative watchmaking, and emotional storytelling, it offers collectors an entirely new way to experience time.
Rather than simply measuring the passing hours, the Trente-Deux Secret Edition preserves a moment forever. And in a world where every second disappears as quickly as it arrives, that may be the most meaningful luxury of all.
Thirty years after its founding, independent Swiss watchmaker Parmigiani Fleurier has unveiled one of its most ambitious and meaningful creations to date. The new Carillon Tourbillon is far more than an anniversary watch. It is a celebration of the Maison’s philosophy of restoration, transmission, and mechanical excellence, expressed through a remarkable combination of a four-gong minute repeater and a tourbillon.
Created to mark Parmigiani Fleurier’s 30th anniversary, this exceptional haute horlogerie timepiece is limited to just five examples worldwide. Entirely conceived, developed, assembled and finished within the Manufacture, the Carillon Tourbillon stands as a testament to the independent Swiss watch brand’s dedication to preserving traditional craftsmanship while advancing contemporary watchmaking.
A Legacy Rooted in Restoration
Few modern watchmakers can claim a foundation as unique as that of Parmigiani Fleurier. Before establishing the Maison in 1996, Michel Parmigiani built his reputation as one of Switzerland’s foremost restorers of historic timepieces, automata, clocks and mechanical masterpieces.
His approach to restoration was never driven by nostalgia. Instead, it was a process of understanding. Through decades of studying historical mechanisms, Michel Parmigiani developed a profound appreciation for the intelligence, architecture and artistry hidden within traditional watchmaking.
The Carillon Tourbillon is a direct reflection of this philosophy.
Its origins can be traced to an early nineteenth-century pocket watch created by Perrin Frères and preserved within the renowned Sandoz Collection. Restored by Parmigiani Fleurier in 2000, the historic timepiece became a source of inspiration for the Maison’s latest creation. Rather than replicating its design, Parmigiani Fleurier sought to reinterpret its acoustic architecture, mechanical ingenuity and distinctive serpentine gongs within a contemporary luxury watch.
The Art of Sounding Time
At the heart of the Parmigiani Fleurier Carillon Tourbillon lies one of watchmaking’s most revered complications: the minute repeater.
Historically, the carillon tradition originated in bell towers, where the sound of bells marked the passage of time for entire communities. The Carillon Tourbillon transforms that public experience into something deeply personal, allowing time to be heard on demand through an intricate mechanical symphony worn on the wrist.
Unlike conventional minute repeater watches that utilise two gongs, the Carillon Tourbillon employs an advanced four-gong system.
The chiming sequence consists of:
One low-pitched gong for the hours
One high-pitched gong for the minutes
Two additional gongs dedicated to the quarter hours
Together, these four gongs create a rich and distinctive four-note melody that gives the watch its unique acoustic signature.
The striking mechanism is regulated by an integrated flywheel governor that ensures a smooth and perfectly controlled cadence throughout the chiming sequence. This guarantees a fluid acoustic performance free from acceleration or slowing, preserving the purity of every note.
A Contemporary Haute Horlogerie Statement
While inspired by historical horology, the Carillon Tourbillon is unmistakably modern in its execution.
The 41.6mm case is crafted from 18-carat white gold and features vertical gadroons inspired by classical architecture, a recurring design element deeply associated with Michel Parmigiani’s aesthetic vision.
A sapphire crystal box construction allows an unobstructed view of the dial-side mechanics, including the visible hammers responsible for striking the gongs. Their presence transforms the watch into a dynamic performance, revealing the exact moment when mechanical energy is converted into sound.
One of the watch’s most distinctive visual features is its four serpentine gongs, which elegantly wrap around the dial. Inspired directly by the Perrin Frères pocket watch, these flowing curves create a powerful visual identity while simultaneously serving an essential acoustic function.
In the Carillon Tourbillon, acoustics become design.
The Beauty of Morning Blue
The dial itself represents another showcase of Parmigiani Fleurier’s artisanal expertise.
Crafted from 18-carat white gold, the dial features a hand-hammered finish and is presented in a subtle Morning Blue hue that shifts between silver and azure depending on the light.
The textured surface reflects the Maison’s belief in the value of the human hand. No two surfaces are exactly alike, ensuring each watch possesses its own individual character.
This hand-hammered finish continues the design language introduced through Parmigiani Fleurier’s recent anniversary creations and reinforces the Maison’s commitment to traditional craftsmanship.
Calibre PF950: A High-Complication Masterpiece
Powering the watch is the manually wound Calibre PF950, an extraordinary manufacture movement designed specifically for the Carillon Tourbillon.
Comprising 456 components and 42 jewels, the movement integrates a minute repeater, a four-gong carillon striking mechanism and a 60-second tourbillon within a remarkably refined architecture.
The calibre operates at 21,600 vibrations per hour (3Hz) and delivers a power reserve of at least ten days, an impressive achievement for a high-complication watch featuring a chiming mechanism.
To achieve this performance, Parmigiani Fleurier developed a sophisticated three-barrel system.
Two superimposed barrels provide power to the movement, while a dedicated third barrel is reserved exclusively for the striking mechanism. This third barrel is automatically rewound each time the repeater slide is activated, ensuring optimal energy delivery whenever the chiming function is engaged.
Among modern haute horlogerie creations, combining a tourbillon and a minute repeater within a movement offering such extended autonomy remains a significant technical achievement.
Hidden Complexity and Refined Finishing
In keeping with Parmigiani Fleurier’s philosophy of restrained elegance, much of the watch’s complexity remains discreetly hidden from immediate view.
The tourbillon and power reserve indicator are positioned on the reverse side of the watch, preserving the balance and clarity of the dial while rewarding closer inspection.
The movement itself serves as a canvas for exceptional hand-finishing. Its components are decorated with the Maison’s distinctive mezzo vibrato engraving, a technique previously explored on the Armoriale Objet d’Art collection.
Executed entirely by hand, the decoration creates a visual rhythm across the movement’s surfaces, echoing the acoustic resonance generated by the chiming mechanism.
The calibre’s bridges and components are further enhanced through hand-bevelling and hand-graining, underscoring the artisanal nature of the piece.
A Case Designed for Resonance
In a minute repeater watch, the case plays a crucial role in shaping the quality of sound.
Parmigiani Fleurier selected white gold not only for its luxurious appearance but also for its controlled acoustic properties. The material contributes to the transmission, clarity and resonance of the chiming sequence, ensuring harmony between the movement and its surrounding architecture.
Integrated into the case band is the repeater slide, which activates the chiming mechanism through a deliberate and tactile gesture. The interaction creates a ceremonial connection between wearer and watch, reinforcing the emotional dimension of mechanical horology.
Why the Parmigiani Fleurier Carillon Tourbillon Matters to Collectors
For collectors of independent haute horlogerie, the Carillon Tourbillon represents far more than a limited-edition luxury watch.
It embodies everything that has defined Parmigiani Fleurier over the past three decades: restoration as a source of innovation, craftsmanship as a form of cultural transmission, and mechanical complexity pursued in the service of beauty rather than spectacle.
With only five examples produced, the Carillon Tourbillon is among the rarest watches ever created by the Manufacture. Its exclusivity is not driven by marketing, but by the extraordinary level of expertise, hand-finishing and acoustic tuning required to bring each piece to life.
Thirty Years of Independent Watchmaking Excellence
The Carillon Tourbillon serves as a fitting tribute to Parmigiani Fleurier’s first thirty years.
Combining a four-gong minute repeater, a tourbillon, a hand-hammered Morning Blue dial and a movement engineered for exceptional acoustic performance, it captures the essence of the Maison’s identity.
More importantly, it demonstrates that true innovation in Swiss watchmaking does not require abandoning tradition. Instead, the Carillon Tourbillon proves that the most compelling creations emerge when history, craftsmanship and contemporary engineering work in harmony.
For Parmigiani Fleurier, the sound of thirty years is not merely heard. It resonates.
Technical Specifications
Parmigiani Fleurier Carillon Tourbillon White Gold Anniversaire
When Tudor introduced the Black Bay Ceramic in 2021, it marked a major milestone for the brand. It was the first Tudor to achieve METAS Master Chronometer certification, bringing a new level of technical credibility to the Black Bay collection while introducing a stealth-inspired all-black ceramic aesthetic.
Now, Tudor has refined that concept further with the latest Black Bay Ceramic, a watch that retains its high-performance credentials while introducing one of the most significant design upgrades yet: a full ceramic bracelet.
The result is a watch that feels more cohesive, more technical, and more purpose-built than ever before.
Ceramic Beyond the Case
The Black Bay Ceramic is housed in a 41mm matte black ceramic case that combines contemporary styling with exceptional durability. Ceramic remains one of the most desirable materials in modern sports watchmaking due to its resistance to scratches and its ability to retain its appearance over years of wear.
The case measures 13.6mm thick and is fitted with a domed sapphire crystal. Tudor pairs the ceramic middle case with a black PVD-treated steel screw-down crown and a black PVD-treated steel unidirectional rotating bezel fitted with a black ceramic insert.
Water resistance remains rated to 200 metres, preserving the robust dive-watch capability that defines the Black Bay collection.
The Full Ceramic Bracelet
The defining feature of this latest Black Bay Ceramic is its full ceramic bracelet.
While ceramic cases have become increasingly common across the industry, ceramic bracelets remain considerably more difficult to engineer due to their complexity and manufacturing tolerances. Tudor’s execution creates a seamless extension of the matte black case, giving the watch a striking monochromatic appearance.
A particularly impressive detail is the bracelet’s concealed side-profile construction, which creates a cleaner visual flow across the links while maintaining practical serviceability through screw-fixed components.
The bracelet is secured by a clasp incorporating steel blades, combining durability with long-term structural integrity.
A Charcoal Dial with Subtle Depth
Despite its stealth-focused appearance, the dial offers more nuance than first impressions suggest.
The domed dial features a charcoal sunray finish that interacts dynamically with light, adding depth and texture to the otherwise monochromatic design. Applied hour markers and Tudor’s signature Snowflake hands are filled with Grade A Swiss Super-LumiNova, ensuring strong low-light legibility.
The Snowflake handset remains one of the most recognisable design signatures within Tudor’s modern catalogue, directly linking the watch to the brand’s historic dive-watch heritage.
The overall execution balances functionality with restraint, avoiding unnecessary colour while maintaining excellent readability.
Master Chronometer Certified Performance
Powering the Black Bay Ceramic is the Manufacture Calibre MT5602-U, an automatic movement developed to meet some of the industry’s most demanding performance standards.
The movement is certified as a Master Chronometer by METAS, an independent certification that evaluates the fully assembled watch under real-world operating conditions. Testing covers precision, water resistance, power reserve and resistance to magnetic fields.
Key specifications include:
METAS Master Chronometer certification
Resistance to magnetic fields up to 15,000 gauss
Approximately 70-hour power reserve
COSC-certified chronometer performance
Silicon balance spring
Variable-inertia balance wheel secured beneath a traversing bridge
Bidirectional automatic winding system
This combination of precision, durability and anti-magnetic performance places the Black Bay Ceramic among the most technically capable watches in its category.
Modern Materials, Traditional Tool-Watch DNA
The Black Bay Ceramic succeeds because it does more than simply apply ceramic to an existing design.
The addition of a full ceramic bracelet transforms the watch’s character, creating a more complete and cohesive interpretation of Tudor’s modern tool-watch philosophy. Combined with Master Chronometer certification, strong anti-magnetic protection and the proven MT5602-U movement, the watch delivers substance alongside its distinctive appearance.
In a market increasingly crowded with ceramic sports watches, the Black Bay Ceramic stands out by offering advanced materials, certified performance and thoughtful engineering within a package that remains true to Tudor’s practical watchmaking ethos.
Technical Specifications
Model: Tudor Black Bay Ceramic Reference: M7941A1ACNU-0001
Case Diameter: 41mm
Case Thickness: 13.6mm
Case Material: Matte black ceramic
Bezel: Black PVD-treated steel unidirectional bezel with black ceramic insert
Crystal: Domed sapphire crystal
Dial: Charcoal sunray-brushed dial
Hands: Tudor Snowflake hands with Grade A Swiss Super-LumiNova
Created as a poetic expression of the eternal relationship between the Sun and the Moon, SKYDANCE is one of the most refined feminine creations to emerge from Les Ateliers Louis Moinet in recent years. It is delicate without feeling fragile, technical without appearing complex, and luxurious in a way that feels deeply emotional rather than overtly extravagant.
A Watch Inspired by the Sky
The idea behind SKYDANCE is beautifully simple. The Sun and Moon, two celestial bodies that have guided humanity for centuries, become the central characters of an elegant mechanical performance. While the Moon rests quietly on a disc made from genuine lunar meteorite, the Sun moves continuously across the dial in a graceful sixty-second rotation.
What makes the watch captivating is the way Louis Moinet transforms astronomy into emotion. The dial feels alive. Light shifts across the white mother-of-pearl surface, diamonds shimmer subtly as hour markers, and the aventurine backdrop creates the illusion of a night sky filled with stars. Nothing feels excessive. Every detail has purpose.
The rotating Sun is particularly mesmerising. Instead of relying on dramatic complications, SKYDANCE creates visual theatre through motion and texture. It is the kind of watch that quietly draws attention the longer you look at it.
Rare Materials, Thoughtfully Used
Luxury today is no longer only about precious metals or gem-setting. It is increasingly about craftsmanship, rarity, and storytelling. SKYDANCE understands this perfectly.
The inclusion of Dhofar 457 lunar meteorite immediately gives the piece a sense of authenticity and wonder. This is not decorative imitation but an actual fragment connected to space and time itself. Combined with aventurine, mother-of-pearl, white ceramic, and grade 5 titanium, the watch feels contemporary while still deeply romantic.
At 35.6 mm, the proportions are elegant and wearable. The titanium construction keeps the watch light on the wrist, while the ceramic bezel adds brightness and modernity. Details such as the fleur-de-lys crown and white ceramic cabochons on the lugs reinforce the artisanal nature of the piece without overpowering the design.
A Feminine Watch Without Stereotypes
One of the strongest aspects of SKYDANCE is that it does not rely on clichés often associated with women’s watches. It is not simply a smaller version of an existing model, nor does it depend solely on diamonds to create desirability.
Instead, Louis Moinet approaches femininity through emotion, artistry, and storytelling. The result is a watch that feels intelligent and expressive. It speaks to collectors who appreciate fine watchmaking but also want personality and poetry on the wrist.
The two versions, each limited to just 28 pieces, enhance that exclusivity. One model features a bezel set with six diamonds, while the second elevates the brilliance further with sixty diamonds representing every minute of the hour.
The Movement Behind the Magic
Inside SKYDANCE is the automatic LM58 calibre, operating at 4 Hz with a 42-hour power reserve. While technically impressive, the movement is designed to support the watch’s artistic vision rather than dominate it.
Even the oscillating weight continues the celestial theme, featuring a decorative Sun and Moon motif visible through the sapphire caseback. It is a thoughtful touch that ensures the storytelling continues from every angle.
A Meaningful Year for Louis Moinet
The launch of SKYDANCE arrives during an important period for the maison. In 2026, Louis Moinet celebrates the 210th anniversary of the world’s first chronograph, originally completed in 1816, as well as the 220th anniversary of the historic year 1806, when Louis Moinet created remarkable pieces for figures including Napoléon Bonaparte.
That heritage matters because SKYDANCE does not feel disconnected from the brand’s identity. Even though it is distinctly feminine, it still carries the same fascination with astronomy, mechanics, and artistic craftsmanship that has defined Louis Moinet for generations.
Final Thoughts
SKYDANCE is not designed to shout. Its beauty lies in its restraint, its motion, and the emotion it creates on the wrist. In an industry increasingly driven by louder designs and larger cases, Louis Moinet has chosen to create something softer, more intimate, and ultimately more memorable.
It is a watch that captures the magic of looking up at the night sky and translating that feeling into haute horlogerie. And in doing so, SKYDANCE becomes more than a timepiece. It becomes a small universe of its own.
Model SKYDANCE
LM-132.20.80 with 17 diamonds – limited edition to 28 pieces
LM-132.2D.80 with 71 diamonds – limited edition to 28 pieces
CASE
Material Polished and satin-finished grade 5 titanium, white ceramic bezel
Set with 6 diamonds VVS 0.159 ct (ø 1.90 mm)
Or version with 60 diamonds VVS 0.65 ct
(54 pcs ø 1.20 mm and 6 pcs ø 1.90 mm)
Ceramic cabochons on the lugs
Grade 5 titanium crown with fleur-de-lys and white ceramic ring
Crystal Sapphire crystal | Double-sided anti-reflective coating
Diameter 35.60 mm
Height 12.10 mm
Water resistance 50 metres
DIAL
Dial White mother-of-pearl
11 diamonds VVS 0.12 ct (9 pcs ø 1.20 mm and 2 pcs ø 1.60 mm)
Dhofar 457 lunar meteorite
Black aventurine
Hands Dewdrop hour and minute hands, black nickel with SNL
MOVEMENT
Calibre LM58
Oscillating weight Sun and moon decoration. Four elements: a rhodium-plated base, a polished gold-toned sun, a black PVD disc, and a gold-toned applied moon.
Dimensions Diameter: 26 mm | Height: 5.25 mm
Functions Hours | Minutes
Animation Rotating sun (60 seconds)
Type Self-winding mechanism
Parts 183
Oscillations 28,800 vph
Frequency 4 Hz
Jewels 28
Power reserve 42 hours
STRAP
Material Genuine rubber with a satin texture
Alligator strap available in various colours upon request
Clasp Steel folding clasp
Cartier Didn’t Reinvent the Baignoire. They Refined It Perfectly.
In a time where many watches compete for attention through size and excess, Cartier chose restraint.
And that’s exactly why the new Baignoire Clou de Paris stands out.
The iconic oval silhouette remains untouched, but the addition of the Clou de Paris motif completely changes the watch’s presence. It gives the Baignoire texture, depth, and a sharper jewellery identity while preserving the elegance that has defined it since 1958.
Why This Watch Matters
Cartier Strengthened an Icon Instead of Changing It
The Baignoire has always been one of Cartier’s purest expressions of jewellery watchmaking. Rather than redesigning the case, Cartier focused on elevating what already made it timeless.
That decision makes this release feel confident and mature.
The Clou de Paris Motif Gives the Watch Real Character
The bracelet, case, and dial are entirely finished with the Clou de Paris pattern — a geometric texture deeply rooted in Cartier’s jewellery heritage.
It transforms the watch from minimal to sculptural without losing refinement.
The Craftsmanship Is in the Details
Applying this motif onto an oval-shaped watch required Cartier to carefully reshape the pattern around every curve and surface.
Even the clasp integrates seamlessly into the bracelet, creating a clean uninterrupted flow across the entire piece.
The Finishing Brings the Watch to Life
The hand-polishing process enhances the relief of the motif while allowing the gold to reflect light with softness and precision.
Nothing feels aggressive or overworked. The watch carries quiet presence — which is far more difficult to achieve.
The Diamond Version Feels Like True High Jewellery
Cartier’s diamond-set edition features 171 brilliant-cut diamonds on the case and bracelet, alongside 100 diamonds on the dial.
What makes it impressive is that the diamonds never overpower the design. They work with the geometry of the Clou de Paris motif rather than against it.
Final Thought
The new Baignoire Clou de Paris proves that great luxury design is not about adding more.
It’s about refining proportions, texture, and detail so precisely that the watch feels effortless.
And Cartier continues to do that better than almost anyone else.
Vacheron Constantin Égérie Moon Phase Spring Blossom: A Poetic Celebration of Haute Couture and Horology
Swiss luxury watchmaker Vacheron Constantin has unveiled the Égérie Moon Phase Spring Blossom, a limited edition timepiece that captures the fleeting beauty of springtime blossoms through artisanal craftsmanship and refined watchmaking. Limited to just 100 pieces worldwide, the new creation combines Haute Horlogerie with the poetic codes of Haute Couture.
Presented in a 37mm 18K 5N pink gold case, the Égérie Moon Phase Spring Blossom features a luminous pink mother-of-pearl dial paired with a hand-painted calfskin strap adorned with delicate floral motifs. The Maison describes this as the first time miniature painting has been applied directly to a watch strap in this manner.
Inspired by the Poetry of Spring
The latest addition to the Égérie collection draws inspiration from the soft pink and white blossoms that define springtime landscapes. The watch embraces an entirely pink palette, with tonal variations enhancing its romantic and feminine aesthetic.
Its moon phase display sits between 1 and 3 o’clock within a diamond-set circular aperture aligned with the winding crown, itself set with a moonstone. Gold moons emerge from mother-of-pearl clouds against a dusky pink sky, adding depth and visual poetry to the composition.
Each piece in the limited edition is subtly unique due to the natural variations of mother-of-pearl and the hand-painted artistry of the strap.
Haute Couture Meets Haute Horlogerie
Since its launch in 2020, the Égérie collection has drawn heavily from the world of Haute Couture, translating textile-inspired details into horological design. Pleated textures on the dial evoke the movement of fabric, while the asymmetrical display and intertwined circles reflect the elegance of couture tailoring.
The Spring Blossom edition deepens this connection through its interchangeable strap system. Alongside the hand-painted calfskin strap, the watch is delivered with two additional options: a shiny raspberry-pink alligator strap and a blush-pink grosgrain fabric strap, each fitted with its own pink gold buckle.
Vacheron Constantin’s Product & Innovation Director, Sandrine Donguy, explained that the project was conceived as a fusion of traditional decorative crafts and modern experimentation. By applying miniature painting to the strap rather than the dial or case, the Maison sought to evolve métiers d’art in new directions while preserving artisanal know-how.
A Floral Legacy Spanning More Than Two Centuries
Flowers have long played a role in Vacheron Constantin’s design language. The Maison traces this botanical inspiration back over 200 years, referencing historical pocket watches and pendant watches embellished with floral engravings, enamel work, pearls, and precious stones.
The influence of Art Nouveau during the early 20th century also played a role in shaping these creations, with organic forms and floral motifs transforming timepieces into wearable works of art.
TECHNICAL DATA
ÉGÉRIE MOON PHASE SPRING BLOSSOM
Reference 8005F/000R – H157
Calibre 1088 L
Manufacture calibre Mechanical, self-winding
30 mm (9’’’) in diameter, 5.03 mm thick
Approximately 40-hour power reserve
4 Hz (28,800 vibrations/hour)
164 components
24 jewels
37 mm in diameter; 10.08 mm thick
Bezel set with 58 diamonds
Crown set with a moonstone
Transparent sapphire crystal caseback
Water-resistance tested at a pressure of 3 bar (approx. 30 metres)
Pink calfskin watch presentation pouch with printed blossom motif and pink calfskin strap case
Total diamond-setting 94 diamonds, for a total weight of approx. 1.10 carats (guaranteed minimum carats)
Limited and numbered edition of 100 pieces
Available exclusively through Vacheron Constantin boutiques, the Égérie Moon Phase Spring Blossom stands as a poetic expression of femininity, craftsmanship, and the enduring dialogue between Haute Couture and Haute Horlogerie.
For decades, the world of watch collecting has been defined by legacy, lineage, and a certain unspoken exclusivity. TickTockBelles doesn’t attempt to disrupt that narrative—it simply rewrites it with quiet precision. Founded by Deborah Wong and Stephanie Soh, the platform brings a new kind of authority to horology—one that feels instinctive rather than inherited, personal rather than performative.
What Deborah and Stephanie have built isn’t about claiming space—it’s about redefining it. Their approach to watch collecting feels intimate, self-assured, and deeply considered, where every piece carries a story and every conversation invites more voices in. In an industry that has often spoken at women, TickTockBelles speaks with them—cultivating a community that is as discerning as it is inclusive.
We spoke to Deborah Wong and Stephanie Soh about what sparked TickTockBelles, the subtle biases still shaping the industry, and what needs to change for the next generation of collectors.
What triggered the creation of TickTockBelles—was it a gap you saw, or a barrier you experienced?
The founding of TickTockBelles in 2022 was triggered by a combination of a gap in the market for a female centric watch community and barrier in the industry for gender inclusivity.
The Gap (Lack of a female centric watch community): As frequent recipients of questions from other women looking for timepieces guidance, we identified a need for a female-focused platform to support interest in watch collecting.
The Barrier (Lack of advocates for gender inclusivity): Depending on the market, we observed that the luxury watch space was historically imbalance in gender inclusivity. Female watch enthusiasts may be perceived as uninterested in mechanical complications or craftsmanship. Sales personnel frequently focus on promoting trends or jewel watches to female clientele, rather than the technical appreciation of the timepiece, which created a less than conducive retail experience for serious women collectors.
In one sentence: what does TickTockBelles stand for that the watch industry currently doesn’t?
TickTockBelles stands for a dedicated, safe, and inclusive community that fosters genuine horological passion among women without the ego, hype, or gender bias often found in the traditionally male-dominated watch industry.
What’s the most subtle form of bias women face in watch collecting today?
The Most Subtle Form of Bias: “Dismissive Retail Experiences”
Mansplaining and Underestimation: The most subtle, yet pervasive, bias is the assumptions that female collectors lack technical knowledge, leading to “mansplaining” about watch complications.
Superficial Targeting: Brands and sales personnel frequently focus on selling to women based on aesthetics—like the number of diamonds or current trends—rather than engaging them in the technical, mechanical, or heritage-worthy aspects of a timepiece.
The “Secondary” Customer: There is a lingering, subtle assumption in many retail environments that women are browsing for gifts or luxury accessories, rather than serious, self-purchasing collectors.
What’s one myth about women collectors that you actively push back against?
“Women Only Buy Smaller, Quartz Watches for Fashion”
The Myth: It is commonly believed that women prefer, or should only wear, small, quartz-powered, or highly embellished “ladies’ watches,” and that these watches are worth less than men’s watches.
The Reality/Pushback: Women are increasingly aware about what type of watches suit their lifestyles and personalities. They are fast developing keen interests in the in mechanical aspects of the timepieces. There is also budding trends of women appreciating independent watchmaking.
No Gender for Horology: We advocate that watches should not bear gender label which commonly give rise to the notion of “male” watch is better than a “female” watch. The appreciation should lie in the movement, design, and history etc.
The “Small is the New Big” Trend: We embrace a trend where “tiny is the new big” while also appreciating larger, historically male-targeted timepieces.
Have you ever changed someone’s perception of women in horology through this platform? Tell us that moment.
Over the last 3 plus years, we were frequently been invited by watch brands, independent watchmakers and microbrands to host female centric get-togethers. This is a prominent shift and a testament that the industry recognises women possesse independent spending capabilities and decision making when it comes to watch acquisitions.
We are most flattered when male collectors feedback that they often recommended their female friends and family to be a part of TickTockBelles community should they are keen to learn more about watch appreciation.
In recent times, we also have male collectors enquiring if they could join our community activities and get-togethers. We are humbled that our advocy has brought about perception shift to more masses and not just confined to a single individual.
What kind of watch conversations excite you the most right now—design, mechanics, or cultural storytelling?
The conversations that excite us most right now are those surrounding cultural storytelling and the broader emotional connection women have with watches. While we appreciate design and mechanics, our primary focus is on shifting the narrative within the watch industry. We are particularly energized by:
Breaking Gender Barriers: We are passionate about inclusivity and to encourage women to pursue watch collecting as a serious hobby and passion.
Community and Connection: We find great excitement in meeting fellow female enthusiasts globally and building a safe space where women can discuss watches at the most basic level. Conversations on how to build authentic engagement and culture within watch community is critical.
Legacy and Personal Narratives: Conversations often center on watches as heirlooms and the “legacy planning” aspect of collecting, where a timepiece’s value is tied to the personal stories it will carry for the next generation.
Which brand or move in the industry recently made you think, “okay, this is progress”?
A move that signals true progress in the watch industry is when brands move beyond gender stereotypes — such as simply adding diamonds or reducing watch case sizes — and instead focus on authentic inclusion and mechanical substance for women. Some key examples and perspectives on progress include:
Gender-Inclusive Marketing: When retailers and brands host female-centric activities, encouraging women to explore watches for their mechanical and artistic value rather than just as accessories.
Mechanical Substance over Aesthetics: When heritage brands invest in both movement and aesthetics for women’s watches, rather than defaulting to quartz movements for the female segment with the excuses that they fit better in smaller watches.
Collaborations and Independent Brands: Our collaboration with the microbrand Awake Concept on the “Cotton Candy” watch—a piece with a hand-mixed lacquer dial that attracted both female and male collectors—represents a move toward gender-neutral appreciation and artistic innovation.
Brands to Watch: Parmigiani Fleurier
What’s one trend in watch culture you think is overrated — or even harmful?
There are two such prominent trends currently – Chasing the hype, and watch as investments which could lead to potential pitfalls:
Financial Loss: Purchasing a watch simply because it is popular especially if they are acquired at premium in secondary markets. If the market shifts South, there may be financial losses.
“Expensive Regret”: If you no longer like the timepiece once the hype dies down, the purchase becomes a regret.
Lack of Personal Affinity: We believe in collecting based on a genuine emotional connection and personal style rather than market trends.
If you had the power to influence one real change across watch brands globally, what would it be?
The one real change we would like to continue to influence is for watch brands to move past the “shrink it and pink it” mentality. Some integrated shifts in how global brands operate could include de-gendering watches, technical inclusion, incorporate form and function as part of brand conversation.
When a young woman discovers watches today, what do you hope her first experience feels like?
We hope for the experience to be inclusive and a discovery of self-expression. TickTockBelles community friends are always eager to help each other to find a timepiece that we have a genuine affinity for. Something that speaks to our hearts, a reminder of a personal story or even to commemorate a milestone in life. We hope she feels empowered to choose unconventional shapes, vintage pieces, or even “men’s” sports models based on what fits her lifestyle and future as a potential heirloom.
The Shift Ahead
If the future of horology is about perspective, not prescription, TickTockBelles is already shaping it. Deborah Wong and Stephanie Soh aren’t just expanding the conversation—they’re making it more thoughtful, more open, and ultimately, more real.
Photo Credits: Deborah Wong & Stephanie Soh
Timepieces: From the private collections of Deborah Wong & Stephanie Soh
Breitling introduces two new perpetual-calendar chronographs that represent the Navitimer at its highest expression. The Navitimer B19 duo is inspired by the extreme altitudes the iconic pilot’s chronograph has mastered.
For over 70 years, the Navitimer has taken on many roles, from essential pilots’ tool to cultural icon. This year, Navitimer Stories will bring these chapters to light across aviation, lifestyle, and technical savoir faire, showing why this remarkable timepiece remains as relevant today as ever. Created in 1952 for the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), the Navitimer united a chronograph with Breitling’s patented circular slide rule, allowing aviators to perform flight calculations directly from their wrist. The quintessential pilots’ watch, it soon proved itself across every altitude—worn by supersonic pilots at the edge of space and by astronauts from the earliest days of human spaceflight.
Now presented in its highest expression of complexity and materials, Breitling introduces the Navitimer B19 as two exceptional timepieces powered by the brand’s manufacture B19 perpetual-calendar chronograph movement. Rendered in steel and platinum or full platinum and finished in altitude inspired colorways, they celebrate the vertical journey of Breitling’s icon.
“At Breitling, we have always pushed limits, not only through our iconic designs, but also by engineering exceptional movements that power our watches.” says Georges Kern, CEO of Breitling. “The Navitimer B19 delivers on both sides.”
A CENTURY IN MOTION: THE CALIBER B19
At the heart of this high-altitude duo is the Breitling Manufacture Caliber B19, first introduced in 2024 to mark the brand’s 140th anniversary. It represents a major technical milestone,combining Breitling’s chronograph exper tise with a true perpetual calendar, one that automatically accounts for leap years and varying month lengths, and will not require a major manual correction for a century. The moonphase adds a final celestial link, reinforcing the Navitimer’s original purpose as an instrument made for the sky.
Technically, the Navitimer B19 has set a new benchmark for Breitling, a feat that earned it a 2025 Temporis Award. It is an automatic perpetual calendar chronograph with a 96-hour power reserve. A one-step correction system via the crown allows all calendar indications to be advanced together, while two discreet dimple-style pushers at 8 and 10 o’clock enable individual adjustments. Winding is handled by a solid 18k red-gold rotor, visible through the sapphire caseback, and the movement is COSC-certified as a chronometer for unwavering precision.
It is, quite simply, the most advanced movement ever housed in a Navitimer and currently the only core-catalog automatic perpetual-calendar chronograph on the market.
ALTITUDE AS COLOR, MATERIAL, AND MOOD
The timepieces translate the Navitimer’s story in the air universe into two powerful, tangible expressions. Each model channels a different altitude. A 75-piece limited edition in full platinum features a deep blue lacquered dial inspired by the stratosphere at high cruising altitudes, where the atmosphere thins, the sky deepens, and the Earth’s curvature becomes visible. The full platinum case is paired with a black outer slide rule and a contrasting white inner scale, drawing the eye toward the dial’s celestial center. It is fitted
with a matching navy-blue alligator strap with a folding clasp.
The second execution, in stainless steel with a platinum bezel, is defined by its anthracite dial, reflecting the stillness and depth of space. It features the same high-contrast slide rule configuration and refined dial architecture and is delivered on a brown alligator strap or seven-row steel bracelet, underscoring its dramatic, cosmic tone.
Both models share a series of refined design signatures. Their dials provide depth and sheen, while raised metal rings around the subdials introduce a new three-dimensional architecture.
The moonphase disc at 12 o’clock draws the eye with its detail, and each case is finished with Breitling’s signature knurled bezel. Each dial becomes a miniature universe: technical, celestial, and instantly recognizable as a Navitimer.
AN ICON, STILL IN FLIGHT
The Navitimer was born from professional demand. With its signature slide rule, it became an essential cockpit tool during the golden age of civil aviation. Over time, its distinctive look moved beyond the flight deck, appearing on the wrists of figures as varied as Miles Davis, Serge Gainsbourg, and Formula 1 legends Graham Hill and Jim Clark, and even into space with astronaut Scott Carpenter, while remaining faithful to its original form.
With this pair of exceptional watches, Breitling unites heritage, high complication, and modern design in a way only the Navitimer can. They are shaped by civil aviation, inspired by the skies above, and engineered to measure time for generations.
In August 2024 Frederique Constant unveiled its Classics Moneta Moonphase, a timepiece on which the traditional fluted bezel motif was moved to the flange, giving the case the appearance of a coin – hence the ‘Moneta’ moniker. Now the Geneva-based manufacture has added further style flourishes, giving two of the original models with blue or silver dials a new look that takes them into a whole other aesthetic dimension.
For the first variation, Frederique Constant has opted for a PVD case done out in yellow gold with matching hands and hour markers – a classic prestige livery. For the first time ever, the second timepiece features a Milanese mesh bracelet, beautifully offsetting the steel colour of the case, externals and Moon display at six o’clock and resulting in a more vintage look. Both watches retain the 37-millimetre diameter case and are powered by a quartz movement that makes the Classics Moneta Moonphase that bit more affordable – and desirable.
One of Frederique Constant’s most foundational style principles is timelessness, characterised by a vintage look coupled with discreet modernity – and both new variations of the Classics Moneta Moonphase take the expression of that principle to new heights. Are they vintage, contemporary, urban, Sixties, or Seventies? At the end of the day the answer is very much in the eye of the beholder; the one thing that’s not up for debate is the thoroughly horological nature of the two timepieces.
In the best traditions of fine watchmaking, the dials sport a meticulous sunray finish, softly diffusing light towards the twelve applique hour markers above which hand-polished dauphine hands glide effortlessly. The decision not to include a seconds hand blurs the boundary between quartz and mechanical movements: at first glance, it’s impossible to tell which powers the Classics Moneta Moonphase. The calm, peaceful atmosphere exuded by the dial is further highlighted by the moonphase at six o’clock. Earth’s closest neighbour cycles through its phases in 27 days, 7 hours, 43 minutes and 12 seconds at a rate invisible to the naked eye. Housed in a 37-millimetre case, the restrained and elegant Classics Moneta Moonphase embodies the canons of watchmaking etiquette, be it on men’s or ladies’ wrists.
The style signature of the Classics Moneta Moonphase is its flange, crafted to resemble the edge of a coin. Here, this hallmark of Geneva watchmaking has been moved from its original location on the bezel, instead adding grooved relief to the dial. Frederique Constant’s creativity delights in these clever, sophisticated new takes on convention – giving the brand its very own design ethos in the process.
On the first new variation, the brilliant yellow gold colour adds a further sense of prestige to the piece; the finish is a first for a Classics Moneta Moonphase. The Moon, stars and all the externals (the case, hour markers, hands, and crown) are done out in the same hue, underscoring the philosophy of affordable luxury so dear to Frederique Constant.
The second version offers a steel colour scheme to complement its gold counterpart. Instead of a calfskin strap, the watch sports a Milanese mesh bracelet – another first in the Classics Moneta Moonphase collection. The flexible bracelet fits snugly around the wrist almost like a second skin, giving the piece both a daringly relaxed air and a vintage look; Milanese mesh was all the rage in the 1970s. The steel bracelet beautifully offsets the colour of the applique hour markers and dauphine hands (another icon of vintage watches), as well as the lunar grey of the Moon and stars. The complication is encircled by a thin gold line matching the lettering of the brand’s ‘Frederique Constant, Genève’ signature at twelve o’clock.
Girard-Perregaux at the Summit of Haute Horlogerie: Cosmos, Neo Constant Escapement & Tourbillon with Three Flying Bridges
Few manufactures embody the union of invention, chronometric ambition and visual poetry quite like Girard-Perregaux. Founded in 1791, the Maison has consistently pushed the boundaries of mechanical watchmaking, not only in pursuit of precision, but also in the way time is architecturally expressed. In its latest high-horology statements, Girard-Perregaux presents three extraordinary creations that together form a manifesto of its savoir-faire: the Cosmos (Unique Piece), the Neo Constant Escapement, and the Tourbillon with Three Flying Bridges. Each explores a different dimension of time — cosmic, constant, and architectural — yet all are unmistakably Girard-Perregaux.
Neo Constant Escapement
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Girard-Perregaux Three Bridges timepiece luxury watch
Cosmos: A Mechanical Universe on the Wrist
The Girard-Perregaux Cosmos returns in 2025 as a unique piece, reaffirming the Manufacture’s mastery of complex complications and poetic display. First introduced in 2019, the Cosmos stands apart for its ability to translate astronomical phenomena into three-dimensional mechanical theatre.
At the heart of this titanium-cased timepiece lies three major complications:
A tourbillon positioned at six o’clock, housed within a lyre-shaped cage and supported by a titanium Neo Bridge — a contemporary interpretation of Constant Girard’s historic arrow-shaped bridges.
A terrestrial globe at three o’clock, rotating once every 24 hours and offering a day/night indication, encircled by an hour ring inspired by Saturn’s rings.
A celestial globe at nine o’clock, mapping the Zodiac constellations and completing a rotation in a true sidereal day (23h 56m 4s).
The dial construction is equally evocative: a two-part surface combining Tahitian mother-of-pearl with a reduced-thickness layer of blue aventurine, allowing light to interact with shimmering mineral textures. The off-centred time display, rendered in black with white-gold hands and luminescent accents, ensures legibility amid the cosmic complexity.
Powering the watch is the in-house Calibre GP09320, a hand-wound movement finished to the highest standards, featuring circular graining, bevelled bridges and a power reserve of at least 57 hours. Even the act of winding becomes an experience, thanks to four rotating bows (“bélières”) on the case back, replacing a conventional crown.
The Cosmos is not merely a complication showcase — it is a miniature universe, engineered with scientific precision and poetic intent.
If the Cosmos speaks to wonder, the Neo Constant Escapement speaks to control — specifically, the pursuit of constant force, one of watchmaking’s most elusive goals. Building on the award-winning Constant Escapement concept that earned Girard-Perregaux the Aiguille d’Or in 2013, the Neo Constant Escapement represents decades of research distilled into a wearable chronometer.
Central to this innovation is a silicium blade, inspired by the physical phenomenon of buckling. Regardless of how much energy remains in the twin barrels, this blade delivers a perfectly uniform impulse to the balance wheel, ensuring stable amplitude and exceptional rate consistency until the very last moment of power.
The 2025 releases introduce two new executions:
A 45 mm pink gold version, combining advanced escapement technology with the warmth and gravitas of a precious metal case.
An ultra-limited carbon and silicium composite edition, restricted to just two numbered pieces, offering exceptional lightness, resistance, and a stealthy contemporary aesthetic.
Both are powered by the COSC-certified Calibre GP09200, an in-house hand-wound movement offering an impressive 7-day power reserve. The architecture of the dial places the escapement front and centre, beneath Neo Bridges, transforming mechanical regulation into a visual focal point.
The Neo Constant Escapement is not designed to impress through ornament alone — it is a demonstration of how deep scientific insight can redefine mechanical performance at the highest level.
Girard-Perregaux Three Bridges timepiece luxury watch
Cosmos Neo Constant Escapement luxury Swiss watch
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Tourbillon with Three Flying Bridges: Architecture in Light
The Tourbillon with Three Flying Bridges is perhaps the most emblematic expression of Girard-Perregaux’s identity. Rooted in the legendary Three Bridges Tourbillon of 1867 and immortalised by La Esmeralda in 1889, the bridges have evolved into a signature where structure and beauty are inseparable.
The latest iteration is housed in a 44 mm white gold case and limited to just eight pieces worldwide. Three black-tinted titanium bridges, more sinuous and contemporary than their 19th-century predecessors, appear to float within a sapphire “box” case that floods the movement with light.
Unlike traditional designs, the watch dispenses with a conventional mainplate. Instead, the bridges themselves provide structural integrity, supporting the gear train, barrel and tourbillon. Luminescent hour markers are mounted directly onto the case, while skeletonised white-gold hands ensure clarity without disrupting the airy, three-dimensional composition.
Inside beats the Calibre GP09400, a self-winding movement with a patented micro-rotor crafted in white gold. Ingeniously positioned beneath the barrel, the micro-rotor allows the movement to remain slim while preserving an unobstructed view of its architecture. With a minimum 60-hour power reserve, it is as technically refined as it is visually captivating.
This is horology as architecture — light, space and mechanics fused into a singular aesthetic statement.
Neo Constant Escapement
Cosmos Neo Constant Escapement luxury Swiss watch
Cosmos, Neo Constant Escapement
Three Visions, One Manufacture
Together, the Cosmos, Neo Constant Escapement, and Tourbillon with Three Flying Bridges illustrate the extraordinary breadth of Girard-Perregaux’s expertise. From cosmic complication to constant-force innovation and architectural transparency, each watch represents a distinct philosophy, yet all share the same foundations: in-house mastery, uncompromising finishing, and a relentless drive to push Haute Horlogerie forward.
These are not merely timepieces — they are mechanical narratives, written by a Manufacture that has been shaping the future of watchmaking for over two centuries.
Much like ZENITH, the Middle East moves with intention, driven by a shared belief that progress belongs to those who dare to look ahead. The DEFY Skyline Skeleton Middle East Edition is born from that spirit, capturing the region’s architectural clarity, its light, and its unmistakable energy.
Across the Middle East, innovation rises from landscapes shaped by desert horizons and dynamic skylines. It is here that ZENITH presents the DEFY Skyline Skeleton Middle East Edition, a limited edition of 100 pieces that reflects the region’s golden warmth and its continuous pursuit of modernity.
Created for a region shaped by open horizons and bold architectural lines, the DEFY Skyline Skeleton Middle East Edition reflects the interplay of light and structure that defines its identity. The 41 mm faceted steel case, framed by the signature twelve-sided bezel, catches and sculpts the light with the same precision found in the region’s bold architectural silhouettes. Beneath the surface, the golden-toned openworked dial reveals the geometric structure of the El Primero 3620 SK high-frequency automatic movement, beating at 5 Hz and displaying 1/10th of a second, a hallmark of ZENITH’s mastery of precision chronometry.
The watch’s design echoes the architectural identity of the Middle East skylines defined by clean angles, vertical ambition, and wide horizons where light shapes every contour. The dialogue between gold and steel across the star-pattern openworked dial mirrors this balance between structure and openness, creating a piece that feels both refined and resolutely contemporary.
True to the DEFY Skyline philosophy, this edition includes ZENITH’s interchangeable strap system, allowing an effortless transition between the integrated steel bracelet and an additional patterned rubber strap, crafted for comfort in every environment.
The DEFY Skyline Skeleton Middle East Edition is a limited edition of 100 pieces, available exclusively through ZENITH boutiques across the Middle East.
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DEFY SKYLINE SKELETON
Reference: 03.9304.3620/07.I001
Key points: El Primero automatic high-frequency movement. 1/10th second indicator ·
Skeleton dial with golden tone. Stainless-steel case and bracelet. Screwed-in crown. Fully interchangeable strap system. Limited edition of 100 pieces, available exclusively in the Middle East. Movement: El Primero 3620 SK Frequency: 36,000 VpH (5 Hz) Power reserve: 60 hours Functions: Hours and minutes in the centre.1/10th of a second indicator at 6 o’clock. Finishes: Special oscillating weight with satined finishings Price: 11’900 CHF Material: Stainless steel Water resistance: 10 ATM Case: 41mm Dial: Skeleton dial with a golden tone and an Indo-Arabic small seconds counter
Hour markers: Rhodium-plated, faceted and coated with SuperLuminova SLN C1 Hands: Rhodium-plated, faceted and coated with SuperLuminova SLN C1 Bracelet & Buckle: Stainless steel bracelet. 2nd bracelet black rubber with starry sky pattern. Stainless steel
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Underlining the timeless appeal of classical design, Jaeger-LeCoultre presents the Master Control Classic, inspired by a 1995 Master Control reference, in a limited edition of 500 pieces.
Set in a 36mm steel case – just two millimetres larger than its historic predecessor – the Master Control Classic is faithful to the original in every aesthetic detail, exuding vintage appeal with its cool, silvery-white colour palette and minimalistic design. The steel case is complemented by a classic silver-coloured sunray dial, with elongated triangular indexes and luminescent dots marking the hours, along with Dauphine hands.
The blued central seconds hand provides a subtle touch of colour. Fastened with a pin buckle, the warm brown ostrich strap, accented with lighter stitching, enhances the vintage appeal of the Master Control Classic.
Blued central seconds hand close-up
Silver sunray dial with Dauphine hands detail
While aesthetically faithful to the historic reference, the Master Control Classic is fitted with the latest version of the self-winding Calibre 899. A Jaeger-LeCoultre mainstay since its introduction almost two decades ago, Calibre 899 has been repeatedly updated to incorporate the latest performance-enhancing technology and today offers a power reserve of 70 hours.
The caseback bears the emblem that set the early Master Control models apart, a mark of their ‘1000-hour Control’ certification, and takes inspiration from the original medallion design of the 1990s. Behind this emblem lies a proprietary protocol, a stringent test of the fully cased watch – not just its movement – which established a new standard of precision when introduced in 1992 and has continually evolved alongside technological advances.
In paying homage to an historic model introduced 30 years ago, the limited-edition Master Control Classic celebrates the enduring appeal of elegant simplicity and classical design codes.
KEY FACTS:
Inspired by a historic reference: capturing classical proportions and restrained aesthetics in a 36mm steel case
Manufacture mainstay: showcasing the latest version of Calibre 899 with a 70-hour power reserve
Limited edition: celebrating the collection’s heritage with a caseback bearing the emblem of the earliest Master Control models, attesting to their ‘1000-hour Control’ certification and recalling the original medallion design of the 1990s
The Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) once again delivered a night filled with craftsmanship, innovation and emotion — and the 2025 edition might just be one of the most diverse lineups we’ve seen in years. From ultra-thin record-breakers to artistic métiers d’art creations and bold independents rewriting the rulebook, this year’s winners represent the very best of watchmaking today.
Here’s a complete breakdown of every winning timepiece from GPHG 2025.
Aiguille d’Or Grand Prix — Breguet
Classique Souscription 2025
Breguet took home the top honour with the Classique Souscription 2025 — a tribute to purity, precision, and the maison’s unmistakable signature aesthetics. Slim, elegant, and rooted deeply in its history, this piece captures the true spirit of high horology.
Chronometry Prize — Zenith
G.F.J. Calibre 135
Zenith impressed with a masterclass in accuracy. The Calibre 135 remains a benchmark in chronometry, and its modern interpretation bridges heritage with contemporary execution in a remarkably refined package.
Horological Revelation Prize — Anton Suhanov
St. Petersburg Easter Egg Tourbillon Clock
Anton Suhanov delivered one of the most poetic creations of the night. His tourbillon clock, shaped like a jewelled Easter egg, blends mechanical virtuosity with Russian artistic heritage. A stunning triumph for independent creators.
Audacity Prize — Fam Al Hut
Möbius
Bold, futuristic and mathematically inspired, the Möbius by Fam Al Hut challenges traditional watchmaking norms. A fluid sculpture for the wrist, it stands out as one of the most daring designs of 2025.
Iconic Watch Prize — Audemars Piguet
Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar
Audemars Piguet reinforces its legendary status with a Perpetual Calendar that redefines the Royal Oak’s identity. Technical finesse meets architectural beauty in this modern icon.
Mechanical Exception Prize — Greubel Forsey
Nano Foudroyante
Greubel Forsey continues to push boundaries. The Nano Foudroyante integrates cutting-edge mechanisms in a breathtakingly complex layout — a true testament to their pursuit of perfection.
Chronograph Prize — Angelus
Chronographe Télémètre Yellow Gold
Angelus returned to its roots with a stunning yellow-gold chronograph featuring a vintage telemeter scale. A beautiful fusion of heritage and contemporary detailing.
Tourbillon Prize — Bvlgari
Octo Finissimo Ultra Tourbillon
Bvlgari extends its dominance in ultra-thin watchmaking. The Octo Finissimo Ultra Tourbillon pushes the limits of engineering with a paper-thin architecture and bold modern design.
Sports Watch Prize — Chopard
Alpine Eagle 41 SL Cadence 8HF
Chopard’s high-frequency Alpine Eagle brings performance, lightness and aesthetics together. The textured dial and 8 Hz movement give this piece a competitive edge.
Men’s Complication Prize — Bovet 1822
Récital 30
The Récital 30 is a sculptural timepiece showcasing Bovet’s layered architecture. It balances elegance, mechanics, and creativity — all in true Bovet style.
Men’s Watch Prize — Urban Jürgensen
UJ-2 Double Wheel Natural Escapement
Urban Jürgensen impressed with an intricate natural escapement system, beautifully integrated into a refined, classical case. A victory for traditional craftsmanship.
Time-Only Watch Prize — Daniel Roth
Extra Plat Rose Gold
A masterclass in minimalism. Daniel Roth’s Extra Plat is slim, warm, and beautifully pure — a watch for those who appreciate understatement done exceptionally well.
Jewellery Watch Prize — Dior Montres
La D de Dior Buisson Couture
Dior delivered a gem-set wonder inspired by haute couture embroidery. A piece designed not just as a watch, but as wearable jewellery art.
Artistic Crafts Prize — Voutilainen
28GML SOUYOU
Voutilainen continues to celebrate artisanal craftsmanship with a piece showcasing exceptional guilloché, finishing, and rich contrasting tones. A connoisseur’s delight.
Ladies’ Complication Prize — Chopard
Imperiale Four Seasons
Chopard’s Imperiale Four Seasons captures the beauty of nature through four poetic interpretations — a feminine masterpiece imbued with symbolism and precision.
Ladies’ Watch Prize — Gérald Genta
Gentissima Oursin Fire Opal
A sculptural creation set with vibrant fire opal, Gérald Genta’s Gentissima Oursin is bold, radiant, and exceptional in form. A standout in women’s watchmaking.
Petite Aiguille Prize — M.A.D. Editions
M.A.D.2 Green
Max Büsser’s M.A.D.2 Green brings fun, bold character and futuristic design — perfectly capturing the spirit of accessible independent watchmaking.
Challenge Watch Prize — Dennison
Natural Stone Tiger Eye In Gold
Dennison offers a warm, organic take on luxury with a rich tiger-eye dial set in gold. Simple, striking, and beautifully executed.
Mechanical Clock Prize — L’Épée 1839 × MB&F
Albatross L’Épée 1839 × MB&F
Part sculpture, part machine — the Albatross showcases L’Épée’s mechanical mastery paired with MB&F’s artistic imagination. A kinetic artwork worthy of a spotlight.
Final Thoughts
GPHG 2025 showcased a brilliant mix of heritage maisons, bold independents and artistic explorations that pushed horology to new heights. Whether through extreme thinness, imaginative architecture or the revival of ancient crafts, this year’s winners prove that watchmaking is more alive, creative and emotional than ever.
Rolex has chosen to introduce its very first ceramic dial on an 18 ct white gold version of the Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master II. In the same material, with the same green colour and the same lustre, this Cerachrom dial and the daytime half of the green and black bezel insert echo each other perfectly.
Rolex is introducing its first-ever dial made of high-technology ceramic. This inaugural green Cerachrom component makes its debut on an Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master II with winding crown on the left side of the case and date aperture at 9 o’clock, a version which additionally, this year, is presented in 18 ct white gold.
The new Cerachrom dial – created in the same way as dials in natural stone, by fitting a disc of material onto a brass plate – displays the same shade of green as the lower half of the two-colour green and black Cerachrom bezel insert that frames the watch face. This perfect tonal harmony, which remains true under all lighting conditions, is achieved by using the same type of ceramic to produce both elements.
This new version of the GMT-Master II is mounted on an Oyster bracelet equipped with an Oysterlock safety clasp.
The GMT-Master II is driven by calibre 3285, a movement at the forefront of watchmaking technology, enabling it to display the date and an additional time zone in 24-hour format, as well as the hours, minutes and seconds.
Like all Rolex watches, the Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master II carries the Superlative Chronometer certification, which ensures excellent performance on the wrist.
ONE INSTRUMENT, SEVERAL TIME ZONES
Designed as a navigation aid for professionals criss-crossing the globe, the GMT-Master became the watch of choice for travellers. It has a unique and instantly recognizable design with a bidirectional rotatable bezel and a 24-hour graduated insert, which has been made available in single-colour versions as well as in various dual-colour combinations – the lower half symbolizing daytime hours and the upper signalling night-time hours. The GMT-Master, a true ‘tool watch’, has evolved continually to offer increasing technical performance. In 1982, Rolex unveiled the GMT-Master II, with a movement allowing the hour hand to be set independently of the other hands.
With traditional hour, minute and seconds hands, a triangle-tipped 24-hour hand, and a bidirectional rotatable bezel with 24-hour graduated Cerachrom insert, the GMT-Master II can display the time in two time zones simultaneously: either the local time and a reference time, or the local time and that of an alternative time zone. The date is synchronized with the local time.
HIGH-TECHNOLOGY CERAMIC
Rolex played a pioneering role in the development of special ceramics to create particular elements of its watch cases – notably monobloc bezels and monobloc bezel inserts. Not only are these materials particularly scratch resistant, their colours are also of a rare intensity and are resistant to environmental effects. In addition, thanks to their chemical composition, the high-tech ceramics are inert and cannot corrode. The brand has developed exclusive expertise and innovative manufacturing methods that grant it complete independence in the production of these ceramic components.
On the new version of the GMT-Master II, the bidirectional rotatable bezel is fitted with a two-colour, 24-hour graduated Cerachrom insert in green and black ceramic. The moulded, recessed graduations and numerals are coated with platinum via PVD (Physical Vapour Deposition). The bezel’s knurled edge offers excellent grip and can be manipulated with ease.
THE OYSTER CASE, SYMBOL OF WATERPROOFNESS
A paragon of robustness and reliability, the 40 mm Oyster case of the GMT-Master II is guaranteed waterproof to a depth of 100 metres (330 feet). The middle case of the version presented is crafted from a solid block of 18 ct white gold. Its case back, edged with fine fluting, is hermetically screwed down with a special tool employed by approved watchmakers. The Triplock winding crown, fitted with a triple waterproofness system and protected by an integral crown guard, screws down securely against the case. The crystal, which features a Cyclops lens for easy reading of the date, is made of virtually scratchproof sapphire and benefits from an anti-reflective coating. The waterproof Oyster case provides optimal protection for the movement it houses.
CALIBRE 3285
The GMT-Master II is powered by calibre 3285, a movement entirely developed and manufactured by Rolex that was released in 2018 and introduced on the model the same year. A distillation of technology, this self-winding mechanical movement delivers outstanding performance, particularly in terms of precision, power reserve, convenience and reliability.
Calibre 3285 incorporates the patented Chronergy escapement, which combines high energy efficiency with great dependability. Made of nickel-phosphorous, this escapement is resistant to strong magnetic fields. The movement is fitted with a blue Parachrom hairspring, manufactured by Rolex in a paramagnetic alloy. The hairspring offers great stability in the face of temperature variations as well as high resistance to shocks. It is equipped with a Rolex overcoil, ensuring the calibre’s regularity in any position. The oscillator is mounted on the Rolex-designed, patented high-performance Paraflex shock absorbers, further enhancing the movement’s shock resistance.
Calibre 3285 is equipped with a self-winding system via a Perpetual rotor. Thanks to its barrel architecture and the escapement’s superior efficiency, the power reserve of this movement extends to approximately 70 hours.
OYSTER BRACELET AND OYSTERLOCK SAFETY CLASP
The GMT-Master II in 18 ct white gold with a green Cerachrom dial matched with the green and black Cerachrom bezel insert is fitted on an Oyster bracelet. Developed in the late 1930s, this three-piece link metal bracelet is known for its robustness.
The Oyster bracelet of the GMT-Master II is furnished with the Oysterlock folding safety clasp, which prevents accidental opening. It also includes the Easylink comfort extension link, developed by Rolex, that allows the wearer to easily adjust the bracelet length by approximately 5 mm. On the version presented, it includes patented ceramic inserts – designed by the brand – inside the links to enhance its flexibility on the wrist and its longevity.
SUPERLATIVE CHRONOMETER CERTIFICATION
Like all Rolex watches, the Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master II is covered by the Superlative Chronometer certification redefined by Rolex in 2015. This designation testifies that every watch leaving the brand’s workshops has successfully undergone a series of tests conducted by Rolex in its own laboratories according to its own criteria, following the official certification of the movements by the Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC). These in-house certification tests apply to the fully assembled watch, after casing the movement, guaranteeing superlative performance on the wrist in terms of precision, power reserve, waterproofness and self-winding. The precision of a Rolex Superlative Chronometer is of the order of −2 /+2 seconds per day – the rate deviation tolerated by the brand for a finished watch is significantly smaller than that accepted by COSC for official certification of the movement alone.
The Superlative Chronometer status is symbolized by the green seal that comes with every Rolex watch and is coupled with an international five-year guarantee.
In 2025, Patek Philippe introduced a refined addition to its Cubitus collection — the 7128/1R-001 — marrying architectural form with classical horology. With its distinct square-with-softened-edges design and sumptuous rose gold execution, this timepiece commands attention without overstating its presence.
A Design That Speaks Volumes
At first glance, what stands out is the 40 mm diagonal case (corner to corner) sculpted in 18k rose gold. It’s neither oversized nor diminutive — a sweet spot intended to “suit every wrist.” The case surface is treated with alternating vertical satin-brushed and polished finishes, giving depth, subtle contrast, and a tonal tension that keeps the light dancing across its facets.
The corners are softened, and the bracelet integrates seamlessly, blurring the lines between case and strap. The overall silhouette affirms a modern sensibility without abandoning timeless proportions.
Dial & Legibility — Warmth in Brown
The dial is rendered in a sunburst brown hue with a horizontal embossing pattern — itself echoed in the movement’s rotor. Applied rose gold baton hour markers, along with matching hands filled with luminescent material, provide clear legibility even in lower light. A framed date aperture at 3 o’clock provides practicality without overwhelming the visual balance.
Every element is considered, from the consistent motif across surfaces to the proportions between elements — a hallmark of Patek Philippe’s aesthetic discipline.
Movement & Technical Heart
Inside the 7128/1R is the manufacture calibre 26-330 S C — a self-winding movement with sweep seconds, stop-seconds function, and a power reserve of 35 to 45 hours. The movement is just 3.59 mm thick, while the case measures 8.5 mm in overall height.
A signature touch: the rotor is made of 21k gold and decorated with the same horizontal motif that graces the dial — creating a visual link between front and back. And through the sapphire crystal case back, one can admire the movement finishing and architecture — an homage to open craftsmanship.
The movement is built around well-regarded technologies: Gyromax® balance, Spiromax® balance spring, and regulated to 28,800 semi-oscillations per hour (4 Hz).
Bracelet, Comfort & Wearability
The integrated rose gold bracelet shares the same alternation of satin and polished surfaces as the case, continuing the design narrative seamlessly. It closes via a fold-over clasp with a lockable adjustment system, allowing fine tuning of fit.
At just 8.5 mm thick, the overall profile remains slim and comfortable — suitable for daily wear, formal occasions, or even under cuffs.
Practicality & Durability
Though Patek Philippe frames the Cubitus more as a luxury daily than a sports watch, the 7128/1R offers water resistance of 3 bar (≈ 30 m) — enough to withstand casual splashes and everyday exposure. The screw-down crown and robust case construction add security to the design.
The Aesthetic Statement & Market Position
With its warm rose gold exterior and brown dial, the 7128/1R taps into a rich, autumnal palette well suited to both business and evening wear. Its geometric lines and crafted finishes position it as a design statement rather than a mere functional tool.
Final Thoughts
The Patek Philippe Cubitus Ref. 7128/1R-001 is a watch that quietly asserts itself. It is neither overtly sporty nor classically dressy — it lives in a comfortable middle ground, with design ambition and technical integrity married elegantly. For those who appreciate geometry, gold tones, and high watchmaking, it could stand as a signature piece that doesn’t scream but commands respect.
At first glance, the new Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 31 glows with an almost hypnotic allure. The dial—a gradient of deep red fading to black—captures the very essence of twilight. Rolex describes it as a “communion of light and shade”, a poetic phrase that beautifully encapsulates both the spirit of the design and the mastery of its creation.
In a landscape where luxury watches often rely on restraint, this red ombré dial stands apart as a daring statement. Inspired by the fleeting warmth of sunset, it is a study in contrast—fire meeting shadow, brilliance meeting depth.
The Datejust Legacy: A Timeless Classic
Few watches embody enduring elegance quite like the Rolex Datejust. Since its introduction in 1945, the Datejust has remained an archetype of classic watchmaking—combining practicality with poise. It was the first automatic, waterproof chronometer wristwatch to display the date at 3 o’clock, revolutionizing wristwatch functionality.
Eighty years later, its appeal remains undimmed. Every new iteration is a dialogue between Rolex’s storied past and its forward-looking innovation. The 2025 red ombré model continues this legacy, adding a bold splash of color to an icon known for quiet confidence.
A Fiery First: The Red Ombré Dial
This is the first time Rolex has rendered the ombré dial in such a vivid, fiery tone. Originally introduced in 2019 and reserved for the Day-Date, the ombré design uses PVD (Physical Vapour Deposition) to create its distinctive gradient — a subtle yet striking play of color that intensifies toward the outer rim.
The red ombré dial on this Datejust 31 feels like molten gold meeting shadow — expressive yet elegantly restrained. Surrounding the dial are 46 brilliant-cut diamonds, framing the color like sparks at the edge of a flame. Ten more diamonds serve as hour markers, each set in 18 ct yellow gold, offering a luxurious rhythm of sparkle and hue.
The Oyster Case: Symbol of Strength and Elegance
The 31 mm Oyster case, crafted from a solid block of 18 ct yellow gold, reflects Rolex’s unmatched craftsmanship. Its proportions balance grace and durability—refined yet robust. The Twinlock winding crown ensures waterproofness up to 100 metres (330 feet), while the sapphire crystal with its Cyclops lens guarantees clarity and scratch resistance.
Every curve, polish, and surface of the case has been refined to capture light in motion. This is not merely a protective shell—it’s a statement of permanence.
Inside the Movement: Calibre 2236
At the heart of this watch beats the Rolex Calibre 2236, a self-winding mechanical movement entirely developed and manufactured by Rolex. Introduced in 2014, and fitted to this model since 2018, it remains one of the brand’s most advanced calibres for smaller timepieces.
Equipped with the Syloxi hairspring in silicon and the paramagnetic nickel-phosphorus escape wheel, the Calibre 2236 ensures resistance to shocks, temperature variations, and magnetic fields. Rolex’s patented Paraflex shock absorbers and Perpetual rotor guarantee optimal performance with a power reserve of approximately 55 hours.
In typical Rolex fashion, the technical brilliance remains discreet—hidden beneath a case back that needs no exhibition window to prove its worth.
The President Bracelet: Prestige Refined
Created in 1956 for the launch of the Day-Date, the President bracelet remains one of Rolex’s most recognizable and prestigious designs. Reserved exclusively for precious metal versions of the Datejust and Day-Date, it blends seamless comfort with iconic aesthetics.
The three-piece solid links, crafted in 18 ct yellow gold, feature polished center links and satin-finished outer links—a tactile reminder of Rolex’s dual mastery of craft and ergonomics. Inside, patented ceramic inserts enhance flexibility and longevity. The concealed Crownclasp ensures a flawless visual continuity.
The Superlative Standard
Every Rolex watch undergoes stringent in-house testing under the Superlative Chronometer certification, redefined by Rolex in 2015. This guarantees exceptional precision (−2/+2 seconds per day), waterproofness, and durability.
The hallmark green seal accompanying each watch is not merely symbolic—it represents Rolex’s five-year international guarantee and its pursuit of horological excellence.
Why It Matters: The New Expression of the Classic
The Datejust 31 red ombré isn’t just a new dial variation—it’s a confident evolution of a timeless silhouette. It brings emotion to engineering, warmth to precision, and a renewed sense of individuality to a collection that has long stood for universal elegance.
It’s a reminder that even within the disciplined world of Rolex, art and feeling still have their place.
Technical Specifications
Model: Oyster Perpetual Datejust 31 (Ref. 278288RBR) Case: 31 mm Oyster case in 18 ct yellow gold, diamond-set bezel Dial: Red ombré with sunray finish, 10 diamond hour markers Movement: Calibre 2236, self-winding mechanical, Syloxi hairspring Power Reserve: Approximately 55 hours Water Resistance: 100 metres / 330 feet Bracelet: President, 18 ct yellow gold with concealed Crownclasp
Final Impression
The 2025 Rolex Datejust 31 with red ombré dial encapsulates the duality of light and emotion, elegance and endurance. With its distinctive color gradient, exquisite gem-setting, and technological mastery, it transcends the boundaries of timekeeping to become wearable art.
In a world of fleeting trends, Rolex once again proves that true innovation lies not in change, but in evolution.
Just ahead of the Mid-Autumn Festival, when the moon is at its brightest, TUDOR unveils its first ever watch with a moon phase complication… and some magic from Jay Chou.
The Moon occupies a special place in Eastern lore: in the Chinese tradition of the Mid-Autumn Festival, it symbolizes togetherness and the unity of family. It was the most fitting occasion to harness the creative energy from TUDOR’s own family, particularly the multi-talented Jay Chou, to create the first ever moon phase watch in the collection.
The subtle sophistication of the 1926 line was the perfect place to start. This line is named after the year when “The Tudor” was first registered as a brand on behalf of Rolex founder Hans Wilsdorf. It captures and stays true to TUDOR’s philosophy, representing both beauty and value. Working with TUDOR’s designers, Jay added his magic to the watch, and the result is as magnificent as a resplendent full moon lighting up the night sky. Framed by a perfectly polished bevel, the moon phase indicator appears at 6 o’clock on three brand new dials in 39mm stainless steel cases for the 1926: Blue, Black and Jay’s own, champagne-colour. The moon phase indicator for each dial is distinct, and Jay’s vision for the champagne-colour dial model has come to life in a truly fantastical way, with the phantom moonlight gold disc representing the moon hidden behind an inky black cutout that slowly disappears as the moon waxes and wanes.
In Roman mythology, Luna the goddess personifies the divine beauty and magical mystery of the moon. Most years have 12 full moons that appear once during a lunar cycle lasting roughly 29.5 days, but our calendar doesn’t necessarily sync up perfectly, so some years might see 13 full moons. This is what makes the moon phase complication so mesmerizing – the watch measures our 24-hour days right down to the very second. Meanwhile, it also measures a completely different cycle – the lunar cycle. Not only can you tell the time, but you can also tell when it’s time to… watch out for werewolves.
KEY POINTS
39mm polished case in 316L steel
Domed dials in black, blue and champagne-colour, featuring a moon phase complication at 6 o’clock
Chronometer-grade Swiss self-winding mechanical Calibre T607-9 with moon phase indicator
Polished and satin-brushed bracelet in 316L steel
Five-year transferable guarantee, with no registration or periodic maintenance checks required
TUDOR 1926 IS “BORN TO DARE”
Since its founding in 1926, TUDOR has endeavoured to produce the best possible watches at the best possible price. This mission, bold then as it is now, is inspired by the vision of the brand’s founder Hans Wilsdorf. The inventor of several cornerstones of modern fine watchmaking – wristwatch precision, waterproofness and the self-winding mechanism – Wilsdorf dreamed of devising a watch that was technically perfect while remaining affordable and so created the TUDOR brand to bring his dream alive. The 1926 models form part of this uncompromising heritage, promising their future owners no less than the best possible quality at the best possible price. Made from a block of one of the most robust stainless steels in existence, 316L steel, and
highlighted with touches of satin-brushed rose gold, the case on these models is waterproof to 100 metres (330 feet) thanks to its screw-down crown and case back. The movement, the pinnacle of Swiss watchmaking expertise, is finely decorated despite not being visible, and is adjusted to the highest chronometry standards in the watchmaking industry. The hands and embossed dials are crafted by the most meticulous professionals in the field. Finally, the metal bracelet stands out thanks to the quality of its design, manufacturing and finish. All these things and more come together to produce the famous TUDOR quality, a philosophy summarized by the brand’s signature, “Born To Dare” – always striving to do better.
The 1926 Dial Points to Tudor’s Legacy
The dials of the 1926 model are a fine example of TUDOR’s thorough attention to detail. Domed for a vintage touch, the delicate design points to TUDOR’s origins. These dials have applique even-numbered Arabic numerals between faceted arrow-shaped hour markers. The wealth of detail on the dials of the 1926 line creates a striking and intricate play of light that perfectly complements the sword-shaped hands with their matching colours, and the moon phase indicator is a novel touch that adds a bit of poetry to the watch.
The Tudor Metal Bracelet
The metal bracelet has taken pride of place in TUDOR design from the very beginning. Much more than a mere accessory, it is an integral part of the brand’s aesthetic and practical heritage. The 1926 line naturally has a purpose-made bracelet designed with comfort, refinement and quality in mind. Made up of seven links of varying sizes, it closely follows the curve of the wrist. Its outer links are satin-brushed while those in the middle are polished – a variety of finish that enhances the elegant appearance of the watch. Meticulously assembled in accordance with TUDOR’s longstanding skill in the field, the bracelet is flexible as well as strong.
The Tudor Guarantee
Since its creation by Hans Wilsdorf in 1926, and in line with his vision of an ideal watchmaking product, TUDOR has never stopped producing the most robust, durable, reliable and precise watches in existence today. Bolstered by this experience, and confident in the knowledge of the superior quality of its watches, TUDOR offers a five-year guarantee on all its products. This guarantee does not require the watch to be registered or any periodic maintenance checks to be performed and is transferable should the watch change ownership during coverage. TUDOR also recommends that its watches should be serviced approximately every 10 years depending on the model and the extent of its use on a day-to-day basis.
REFERENCE 91560 – 67050
CASE
39mm steel case with polished finish
BEZEL
Smooth bezel in steel with polished finish
WINDING CROWN
Steel screw-down winding crown with the TUDOR logo in relief
DIAL
Black, Blue and Champagne-colour satin sun-brushed dial with applied numerals and moon phase indicator
For the first time in its 288-year history, Favre Leuba introduces a fully skeletonized timepiece: the Chief Skeleton.
This striking model showcases the brand’s signature cushion-shaped case and a meticulously open worked manufacture movement, developed in collaboration with AMT.
Building on the momentum of the brand’s first-ever tourbillon – the Chief Tourbillon – presented earlier this year, the Chief Skeleton marks another major step in Favre Leuba’s ongoing journey.
The Chief Skeleton is offered in two variations: a gold-finished movement paired with a brushed and polished case, and an anthracite-finished movement housed in a DLC-coated black steel case.
“2025 is about maintaining the momentum and continuing to build on Favre Leuba’s pioneering legacy,” says Patrik Hoffmann, Chairman of Favre Leuba. “We introduce some of the most technically intricate and visually striking timepieces in our history. After our first-ever tourbillon presented earlier this year, we show a natural progression today with the Chief Skeleton, our first skeletonized model, inspired by the original Chief case design of the 1970s. These creations honor our heritage while marking significant milestones in our long history as one of the oldest watchmakers.”
A Modern Take on the Classic Skeleton
The Chief Skeleton retains the iconic cushion-shaped case of the Chief Collection, now given a presence all its own with the fully skeletonized movement it houses. Every component and aspect – bridge, gear, and aperture – is precisely crafted to ensure both architectural balance and visual elegance.
With its combination of brushed and polished finishes, the 40mm case creates a dynamic play of light, shadow, and texture. This mesmerizing effect is further enhanced by the curved sapphire crystal, where the anti-reflective coating improves visibility, providing a clear view of the openworked movement from every angle.
Revealing Favre Leuba’s First Skeleton Movement
The custom-designed skeleton movement—finished in gold or anthracite—juxtaposes different textures, each contributing a distinct visual element. Snailing, a technique where a rotating tool creates a spiral pattern, adds a refined circular texture that enhances the movement’s depth and elegance. This intricate finish, along with satin and sandblasted surfaces, creates a dramatic visual display, drawing the eye to explore the openworked movement.
The multi-layered movement architecture includes a semi-exposed mainspring barrel at 12 o’clock and a balance wheel at 6 o’clock. The balance wheel bridge, with its horizontal brushing, is an exclusive Favre Leuba design that underscores the brand’s commitment to exceptional craftsmanship.
Operating at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour, the movement provides a 41-hour power reserve. The skeletonized rotor features a satin finish and an engraved Favre Leuba wordmark. In the anthracite version, the rotor is coated with a matching black chrome (DLC) finish, creating a seamless visual connection with the case.
The open worked design not only reduces weight but also enhances the visibility of the movement, emphasizing the transparency of the watch’s mechanics.
Variants and Versatility
The Chief Skeleton is available in two configurations:
Steel case withgold-finished movement – featuring either a green, blue, or black minute track, matched with a corresponding FKM rubber strap.
Black DLC case with anthracite-finished movement – featuring either a green, blue, black, or ice blue minute track, matched with a corresponding FKM rubber strap.
An integrated quick-change mechanism ensures effortless transitions between strap and bracelet, enhancing the watch’s versatility and adaptability to any occasion.
With the Chief Skeleton, Favre Leuba redefines the art of skeletonization, presenting a timepiece that seamlessly merges bold design with masterful craftsmanship. This launch marks a defining moment in the brand’s rich history, taking a bold step forward in its commitment to horological excellence.
Gravée Main marks a new milestone in Louis Erard’s Métiers d’Art series. Hand engraving takes center stage in a limited series of 99 unique timepieces. From case to bezel and from lugs and crown to buckle, every metal element is fully hand-engraved and finished in a demanding
process taking more than 50 hours. Hand engraving brings something machines can’t: uniqueness. Each cut, each curve is done by hand. No two are alike.
Just one artist, one piece of steel. The Gravée Main is art.isanship on the wrist. Tradition, with bite. Craft, with character.
Centuries-old craftsmanship, made wearable and collectible. A timepiece for the few and for those in the know.
“What I love most about these collaborations is how a minimalist watch becomes something completely different at the artist’s hand. Starting from the clean lines of the Noirmont, baroque floral motifs take over the entire object. It’s steel, yet it feels alive. Gravée Main is all about contrast: lavish ornamentation clashing beautifully with pure design. This watch is unique, not just in what it shows, but in what it says. It speaks of time, art, legacy, as well as resilience, the duty to protect and transmit rare crafts. Artistic crafts should be worn, live, and passed on. That’s our mission.” – Manuel Emch
Watch facts that matter
– Limited edition: 99 unique timepieces, each entirely hand engraved.
– Case: 42mm Noirmont in stainless steel, engraved over 50 hours of work.
– Technique: Traditional hand engraving using burins, drypoints, hand shading. Entire case, lugs, crown, bezel and buckle engraved; no two alike
– Design: Inspired by 18th century baroque floral motifs
– Dial: Polished black lacquer glossy anthracite and black transfers, rhodium-finished pear-shaped hands
Mission to art
Since 2021, Louis Erard has been pushing the boundaries of Métiers d’Art: Grand Feu enamel, guilloché, wood marquetry, and soon-to-be-launched gold wire inlay. Gravée Main opens a new chapter. A tribute to one of the oldest crafts in watchmaking: hand engraving. Engraving came before watches, born with goldsmiths. By the 18th century, it adorned anything from pocket watches to comtoise clocks. Almost at the same time, swirling Baroque floral motifs flourished. Gravée Main brings both traditions together.
Hand Engraving: the art of depth
The core: the 42mm Noirmont case in stainless steel.
The metal: steel, a material more difficult to engrave by hand due to its greater hardness, its
resistance to scratching and deformation.
The process: 50 hours from first pencil stroke to final polish.
The result: a singular object, impossible to replicate and far beyond what any machine can achieve. Each surface, case, bezel, lugs, crown, buckle, shaped and decorated through a precise multi-step engraving process.
It all begins with design: the artist sketches and refines the pattern, then transfers it freehand or with a stencil. Tools are chosen with care, different burins for different depths. The surface is first drypoint-etched to guide the engraving. Then comes the carving, line by line, millimeter by millimeter, adapting each movement to the shape and contours of the watch.
Once engraved, details, shading and textures are added by hand and eye. The case is cleaned and polished to bring out contrast and depth. Finally, quality control: visual balance is checked, structural integrity tested.
The minimalist architecture of Louis Erard becomes a canvas for centuries-old ornamentation, extending even to the dial. Inspired by baroque clocks, it pairs Roman numerals and pear- shaped rhodium-plated hands in a modern reinterpretation. Intentionally understated, the dial features a glossy black lacquer finish with anthracite and black transferred prints.
The artist behind the metal
Each Gravée Main is engraved by hand in Ukraine by Maksym Shavlak, a watchmaker and artist known for transforming antique timepieces into modern hybrids. Using his tools, he gives new life to steel.
“Case engraving is more than decoration, it’s a way to make metal speak. What began as a series of design exchanges over a year ago became a full creative partnership. Gravée Main is the result. It all started with a meeting, a conversation, a spark of shared vision. I showed Louis Erard what I was doing. They saw something raw and real in my work. They didn’t just want to use engraving as a visual decoration, they wanted to rethink the entire watch around it. Give it space. Let the steel speak.” – Maksym Shavlak
Métiers d’Art. Made accessible
With Gravée Main, Louis Erard once again expands its Métiers d’Art series, following launches in Grand Feu enamel, wood marquetry and guilloché. Two new techniques now make their debut at Geneva Watch Days: Gravée Main (hand engraved) and Fil d’Or (gold wire inlay). In a world where such skills are often reserved for collectors of inaccessible timepieces, Louis Erard continues to build bridges between craft and wearability, tradition and modernity, rarity and reach.
Technical Specifications
Movement
Automatic, Sellita SW261-1 calibre, 3 hands with small seconds at 6 o’clock,
11½’’’, Ø25.60 mm, height: 5.60 mm, 31 jewels, 28,800 VpH (4Hz), élaboré
grade movement, special openworked oscillating weight with black lacquered
Louis Erard symbol, approx. 38 hours of power reserve
Functions
HMS
Central hour and minute hands, second hand at 6 o’clock
Case
Polished stainless steel entirely hand engraved, Ø42 mm, lug width: 22 mm, lug to lug: 49.90 mm, thickness: 12.25 mm, 3 pieces, domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment on both sides, movement visible through the transparent back caseback, water resistant up to a pressure of 5 bars (50 m/165 ft), hand-engraved fluted crown.
Dial
Black polished lacquer with shiny anthracite and black transfers
Hands
Rhodium-plated pear-shaped hands
Strap
Black grained calf leather strap with tone-on-tone stitching, black lining grained calf leather, polished stainless steel pin buckle, ergot bars for quick strap change.
Dimensions: 22/20mm width, 80/115 mm length
Since 1969, the ZENITH DEFY collection has stood as a symbol of unwavering strength and precision. Nicknamed the “time safe” for its robust construction and ability to protect the movement like a vault, the DEFY quickly became a benchmark in durability. Among its most iconic iterations was the DEFY Diver A3648, known as the DEFY Plongeur, a true professional dive watch featuring a 600-meter water resistance and a rotating bezel. In 2024, ZENITH reaffirmed its commitment to extreme performance with the launch of the modern DEFY Extreme Diver and a faithful revival of the coveted A3648. Today, both models are reimagined in striking micro-blasted titanium “Shadow” editions, fusing vintage inspiration with bold, contemporary design. These stealthy new interpretations are built for modern adventurers and ready to descend into the abyss.
Engineered for the most demanding underwater exploration, the DEFY Extreme Diver and DEFY Revival Diver are crafted from lightweight yet exceptionally robust titanium. Their bold, angular DEFY cases are entirely micro-blasted to achieve a matte finish that accentuates their strong, architectural lines and gives them a distinct stealth aesthetic. While their dark tones and subdued textures evoke a sense of technical sophistication, vibrant yellow accents inject a burst of energy and high visibility, making these timepieces as functional as they are striking.
DEFY Extreme Diver: Designed for the Deep, Built for the Extreme
A modern descendant of ZENITH’s pioneering 1969 DEFY dive watches, the DEFY Extreme Diver is a contemporary instrument engineered for the most challenging underwater conditions. Housed in a 42.5mm micro-blasted titanium case, this rugged timepiece is as functional as it is striking. Sitting atop the fixed dodecagonal base is a unidirectional rotating bezel in black ceramic, fully filled with Super-LumiNova for optimal legibility. Precision operation is ensured, while the fluted bezel edge allows for easy handling, even with gloves.
Designed for saturation diving, the watch boasts a 600-meter water resistance and features a helium escape valve, alongside a screw-down crown flanked by protective guards. The star-patterned black dial is equipped with C1 Super-LumiNova markers and hands, punctuated by vivid yellow accents that ensure visibility in low-light conditions.
In a rare feat for a watch of such depth rating, ZENITH has integrated an exhibition case back that reveals the El Primero 3620 automatic movement, finished in a sleek modern black. This time-only calibre beats at a high frequency of 36,000 vibrations per hour and features a paramagnetic escapement with key components crafted from silicon. The bidirectional winding system provides a robust 60-hour power reserve.
Completing the DEFY Extreme Diver is a micro-blasted titanium three-link bracelet, as well as two interchangeable strap options. The first is a durable black rubber strap with a Cordura-effect texture and folding clasp. The second, is a black and yellow single-piece fabric strap secured with a pin buckle. Thanks to the integrated quick strap-change mechanism, switching between options is effortless and tool-free.
DEFY Revival Diver: Heritage Reborn in Titanium
A faithful recreation of the original DEFY A3648 diver’s watch from 1969, the DEFY Revival Diver brings vintage charm into the modern era with a dark, faceted 37mm micro-blasted titanium case. Staying true to the original DEFY design language, the signature fourteen-sided bezel is retained, now placed above a round unidirectional rotating bezel crafted in titanium and fitted with a yellow-tinted sapphire insert. For improved ergonomics, the screw-down crown is positioned at 4:30, just as it was on the original. Like its contemporary counterpart, the DEFY Revival Diver boasts a water resistance of 600 meters, or 1,969 feet, a subtle nod to the year the DEFY collection was born.
The bold black-and-yellow theme carries over to the dial, where a matte black surface is energized by yellow accents on the hands and minute track. The hands and hour markers are filled with white Super-LumiNova, ensuring clarity and visibility in the darkest depths.
Powering the DEFY Revival Diver is the automatic Elite 670 calibre, which displays the hours, minutes, seconds, and date. Remarkably, despite the 600-meter depth rating and compact size, the watch features an exhibition case back offering a clear view of the movement. The oscillating weight is adorned with Geneva stripes and skeletonized in the shape of the ZENITH star. Operating at a frequency of 4 Hz, the Elite 670 delivers a power reserve of 50 hours.
The watch is fitted with the iconic Gay Frères style bracelet, crafted in lightweight titanium with the same micro-blasted finish as the case. This enhances wearing comfort while the titanium folding clasp ensures a secure and refined fit.
The DEFY Extreme Diver and the DEFY Revival Diver are available at all ZENITH boutiques, online and in-store, as well as from authorized retailers worldwide.
Key points: Automatic El Primero 3 hands. Shadow signature (microblasted titanium). Black ceramic unidirectional rotating bezel filled with SuperLuminova. Date indication at 3 o’clock. Stop-second mechanism. Screwed-in crown. Helium valve. 600M Water resistance
Movement: El Primero 3620 automatic
Frequency: 36,000 VpH (5 Hz)
Power reserve: 60 hours
Functions: Hours and minutes in the centre. Central seconds hand. Date indication at 3 o’clock
Finishes: Star-shaped oscillating weight with satined finishings
Price: 11’900 CHF / 12’900 Euros / 12’300 USD
Material: Microblasted titanium
Water resistance: 60 ATM
Case: 42.5mm / Thickness : 15.5 mm / Lug to lug : 47.4 mm
Dial: Black & yellow matte with starry sky pattern
Hour markers: Rhodium-plated, faceted and coated with SuperLuminova SLN C1
Hands: Rhodium-plated, faceted and coated with SuperLuminova SLN C1
Bracelet & Buckle: Comes with 3 straps : Black “cordura effect” rubber with folding clasp. Microblasted titanium bracelet with folding clasp included. Black & yellow fabric strap with pin buckle included
After a demanding 24 hours covering 3988 km, Laurent Ferrier, François Servanin and François Trisconi crossed the finish line to take third place overall in the legendary Le Mans race. A real achievement for three amateur drivers. The friends received a trophy that day, as well as a gift: a watch. It was then that a bigger dream was born – that of creating a watchmaking company faithful to traditional values, passion and elegance. The very first foundational stone of the company that would be built many years later was laid on 10 June 1979.
Sport Auto 79
With this new edition of the Sport Auto, LAURENT FERRIER far transcends the simple reiteration of a timepiece. To mark the brand’s 15th anniversary, this Sport Auto 79 pays tribute to a timeless moment, an understated victory etched into history. That moment was the podium at the 1979 Le Mans 24 Hours. That victory – third place in the overall rankings – forever sealed the fate of the two founders and set in motion the watchmaking odyssey we know today.
This new Sport Auto 79 perpetuates a seminal memory and captures the essence of a trophy that was as unseen as it was decisive. In the end, it is the embodiment of a turning point in life, a transition from one passion to another.
EXQUISITELY DISCREET
The cream-coloured dial, with its opaline finish that imparts a powdery texture, is the result of a galvanic treatment that gives the surface a rose-silver hue. It reflects the gentleness and humility of the brand’s founders – these two former racing drivers – with regard to the third place they achieved in ’79.
“We’re not world champions”, as Laurent himself often likes to say.
To contrast with this understated dial, the livery of this new version is entirely in 5N red gold – including the case and bracelet. Composed of multiple intertwined curves, this architecture embodies every detail of this legendary race engraved in memory. The nobility of this metal evokes the precious nature of the real reward won that day, the courage to undertake the adventure of a lifetime.
The indexes and hands in 5N red gold are enhanced with white Super-LumiNova®. At 6 o’clock, a snailed small-second dial is accented by powder grey markers. As with the entire LAURENT FERRIER collection, legibility is key. It is optimised here by the minute track, which is also defined in powder grey. The logo and central cross match. A gently sloping bevelled date aperture, highlighted by a fine coordinated transfer, is delicately positioned at 3 o’clock. As with all the models in the same collection, “Sport Auto” appears as a tone-on-tone transfer positioned between the central hands and the small seconds.
STREAMLINED ELEGANCE
Inspired by the aerodynamics of racing cars, the design of the Sport Auto 79 is characterised by a skilful interplay of rounded curves and sinuous lines. Its case in 5N red gold measures 41.5 mm in diameter and comes with an integrated bracelet in the same material. On a tonneau-shaped case middle with rounded contours, Laurent Ferrier has subtly superimposed a bezel with softened shapes, recalling the cushion-shaped silhouette of the Square model.
Each side of the case benefits from a specific finishing treatment. The bezel features a circular satin-brushed finish, highlighted by mirror-polished sides, in contrast to the case middle with its vertical satin-brushed finish. The three-link metal bracelet follows this logic of alternation, with vertically satin-brushed surfaces enhanced by sloping mirror-polished sides. Harmoniously integrated into the case middle, the generous curvature of the iconic ball-shaped screw-down crown makes it easy to grip in order to start the automatic movement. This device is guaranteed water resistant to a depth of 120 metres, for optimum everyday comfort.
THE ART OF DETAIL
This Sport Auto model in 5N red gold features the LF270.01 movement, an automatic calibre with a micro-rotor, which was designed, decorated and assembled in the Geneva workshops. This robust and precise motor, inspired by the micro-rotor with natural escapement, is exquisitely finished by hand and is equipped with a 950 platinum oscillating weight. This micro-rotor features a laser engraved decoration which discreetly reveals numerical nods to the 1979 race – visible only to the most discerning eye.
In keeping with LAURENT FERRIER’s reputation for impeccable finishes, the movement showcases a true masterpiece of mechanical craftsmanship, which fans will be delighted to admire through the sapphire crystal case back. The entire movement reverberates with energy thanks to the bridges featuring subtle horizontal ruthenium-treated satin-brushed finishes.
A great many finishing stages are carried out by hand in the heart of the LF finishing workshop. Among them, the decoration of the rotor bridge stands out for its remarkable precision: the bevelling of the corners, polishing with gentian wood and diamond paste, and the mirror-polished surface finish or “brouillage” (a scratch-brushing technique) on the main plate side. In all, it takes 2 to 3 hours to complete all the finishing stages on this component alone. This expertise is also showcased throughout the movement’s components, with their highly complex interior angles, black zinc-polished surfaces, and ruthenium satin-brushed or circular-grained finishes — all orchestrated in-house in the manufacture’s workshops.
THE REWARD OF BOLD VISION
This timepiece is not just commemorating a race or a friendship. It evokes a prize, but it is not the one awarded on a podium, it is the one you award yourself when a desire takes shape, when a passion is sparked and finally comes to life.
The pure lines of the Sport Auto 79 echo a shared history of confidence, boldness and perseverance. And what if, in the end, we were not just celebrating the memory of a past achievement, but the reward for a personal accomplishment? An invitation to celebrate all those who are driven by their passion, to cross the line and make their dreams a reality…
TECHNICAL DATA
LCF040.R5.GR1C1
Movement: LF270.01
• Self-winding movement
• Diameter: 14’’’ (Ø 32.50 mm)
• Thickness: 4.85 mm
• Frequency: 4 Hz (28,800 vibrations/hour)
• Power reserve: 72 hours
• 215 components/31 jewels
• Central hours and minutes
• Small seconds at 6 o’clock
• Date at 3 o’clock
• Horizontal satin-brushed finish and ruthenium treatment on the bridges
Case:
• 18K/750 5N red gold
• Dimensions: 41.5 mm (3-9 o’clock)
• Thickness: 12.70 mm
• Screw-on case back, middle and bezel
• Sapphire case back, visible movement
• Water-resistant to 120 metres
• Domed sapphire crystals
• Circular satin-brushed bezel, polished sides and vertical satin-brushed case middle
• Special screws on the case back
Dial:
• Cream-coloured, silver-rose galvanic treatment and opaline finish
• Powder grey transfers
• Snailed small second
• Indexes: 18K/750 5N red gold with white Super-LumiNova®
• Aperture at 3 o’clock, white discs and anthracite date
Hands:
• 18K/750 5N red gold
• Hours and minutes: “Assegai-shaped” with white Super-LumiNova®
• Seconds: baton-shaped
Bracelet:
• Integrated 3-link bracelet in 18K/750 5N red gold
• Folding clasp in 18K/750 5N red gold
