The Classics Moneta collection has swiftly established itself as the new benchmark of Frederique Constant’s offering. The Manufacture has chosen to give the collection a new mechanical, vintage-inspired charm. The new Classics Moneta Handwinding introduces a 38.5 mm case and is powered by a hand-wound movement developed by La Joux-Perret, delivering an impressive 63-hour power reserve. Its smoked salmon gradient dial is paired with a vintage-style alligator leather strap featuring a small-scale pattern, creating an elegant and distinctly neo-retro aesthetic. Produced in a limited edition of just 999 pieces, this new model is available for under €2,000.
The Classics Moneta: A Distinctive Case Design
No one can predict what will make a collection successful. Yet one thing is certain: since its launch in 2024, the Classics Moneta has made a striking impression. Its greatest strength lies in the geometry of its case. A watch case is typically distinguished by its shape or finishing. Here, the secret lies in the inner rehaut, whose profile is subtly sculpted with fluting reminiscent of the edge of a coin – the detail that inspired its name. The aesthetic is both familiar and distinctive, showcasing a traditional hallmark of fine watchmaking in an unexpected location on the case, creating a striking sense of originality.
The same balance defines this first mechanical edition, limited to just 999 pieces: a carefully judged harmony between the finest elements of contemporary watchmaking and the inspiration of the great classics of the last century.
The First Mechanical Movement
The first notable development is the introduction of the collection’s first mechanical movement. Produced by La Joux-Perret in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, and customised exclusively for Frederique Constant, it is a finely crafted hand-wound calibre. As La Joux-Perret and Frédérique Constant are both part of the Citizen Group, it can truly be considered an in-group movement.
Côtes de Genève Decoration and 63-Hour Power Reserve
Visible through the sapphire case back, the movement is adorned with Côtes de Genève decoration, a fitting tribute to Frederique Constant’s Genevan heritage. At its centre is the coat of arms that the brand has proudly displayed since 1988. On the opposite side of the movement sits the escapement, beating at 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz) to ensure excellent chronometric stability. At the other end, part of the generously sized barrel is visible, providing the new Moneta with an impressive 63-hour power reserve. The choice of a hand-wound calibre not only allows its finishing to be fully appreciated, unobstructed by an oscillating weight, but also helps preserve the watch’s slim profile and neo-retro character, remaining true to the charm of the 1950s.
A Vintage-Inspired Smoked Salmon Dial
Among the watch’s vintage-inspired features, the new dial stands out most prominently. It showcases a subtle smoked salmon gradient, transitioning to deep black around the edges. This darker outer ring allows the applied, mirror-polished hour markers to stand out more clearly, ensuring excellent legibility. In keeping with its distinctly neo-retro character, the Moneta features two central dauphine hands, complemented by a small seconds display at 6 o’clock. Together, they follow the classic design codes of 1950s watchmaking, combining simplicity with timeless vintage elegance.
A Vintage-Style Alligator Leather Strap
Finally, Frederique Constant has taken this aesthetic exercise to its conclusion with a new black alligator leather strap featuring small-scale patterning, offering both superior suppleness and a patinated look. The result is a well-balanced composition that gives contemporary watchmaking a piece imbued with a delightfully vintage refinement and strong added value.
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)
H. Moser & Cie. Introduces the Streamliner Tourbillon Concept Ceramic
For the first time in its history, H. Moser & Cie. is venturing into the world of ceramics, opting for this technically demanding material to enhance the flowing lines of its most iconic collection: Streamliner. The cushion case and integrated bracelet are crafted from anthracite grey ceramic with alternating polished and satin-finished surfaces. With neither indices nor logo, the Red fumé Grand Feu enamel dial illuminates this crisp architecture, while the flying tourbillon with double hairspring injects dynamism. With the Streamliner Tourbillon Concept Ceramic model, the Schaffhausen-based Manufacture underscores its commitment to watchmaking that is forward-looking, precise, masterful and resolutely timeless.
Ceramic: a decisive, self-evident choice. The Streamliner collection marks H. Moser & Cie.’s entry into this new territory. With its cushion case and integrated bracelet made entirely from anthracite grey ceramic, the Streamliner Tourbillon Concept Ceramics boldly asserts its personality and character. The material naturally embraces the organic lines of the collection, cultivating the aesthetic without constraining it. The surfaces play with the effects of light in a masterful choreography. Vertical satin finishing on the bracelet, subtle polishing on the edges, circular satin finishing on the case: the characteristic finishes of the Streamliner find in ceramics a demanding medium for expression. They are hand-applied to reveal the depth of the material, its density and colour. An intense, absorbing dark anthracite grey.
Unalterable, lightweight and hypoallergenic, ceramic offers unexpected comfort and a durability suited to everyday use. Pleasant to the touch and almost warm for a mineral material, its most distinctive feature is its absolute stability. Unaffected by time, it is synonymous with mastery and precision. A material defined by its future-oriented expression.
At the heart of this restrained anthracite grey lies a striking contrast: a Red fumé dial of a rare chromatic depth. True to its unique approach, H. Moser & Cie. has reinvented the ancient art of Grand Feu enamelling, bringing it firmly into the modern era. A textured pattern is engraved on a white gold base to create a hammered effect. Two enamel pigments, washed, ground and applied in a gradient, create a vibrant colour generated by successive firings. Never pixellated, always alive. The result is an intense, luminous, almost incandescent Red fumé dial, devoid of indices and logos in line with the brand’s minimalist philosophy.
At 6 o’clock, a one-minute flying tourbillon energises the overall composition. The HMC 805 automatic calibre that drives the watch is equipped with a double hairspring designed and produced in-house by H. Moser & Cie.’s sister company, Precision Engineering AG. This pair of matching hairsprings improves accuracy and isochronism, compensating for the effects of shifts in the centre of gravity when the springs expand. The bridges and main plate, finished in anthracite grey, offer a subtle contrast to the red gold oscillating weight, emphasising the contemporary elegance of the movement.
With the Streamliner Tourbillon Concept Ceramic model, H. Moser & Cie. is embarking on a new chapter and expanding its creative horizons by incorporating a material as exacting as it is radical into its creative language.
H. Moser & Cie.’s own and unique take on Haute Horlogerie.
Reference 6805-2100, anthracite grey ceramic model, Red fumé dial, integrated bracelet in anthracite grey ceramic
Case
Anthracite grey ceramic
Diameter: 40.0 mm
Height without sapphire crystal: 11.0 mm
Height with sapphire crystal: 12.8 mm
Screw-in crown adorned with an engraved “M”
See-through sapphire crystal case-back
Water-resistant to 12 ATM
Dial
Red fumé Grand Feu enamel with hammered texture
Hour and minute hands with Globolight® inserts
Movement
HMC 805 automatic calibre
Diameter: 32.0 mm or 14 1/4 lignes
Height: 5.5 mm
Frequency: 21,600 vibrations/hour
Automatic bi-directional pawl winding system
Skeletonised oscillating weight in 18-carat red gold with engraved H. Moser & Cie. logo
Power reserve: minimum 3 days
Original double hairspring
One-minute flying tourbillon at 6 o’clock with skeletonised bridge
Anthracite finish with Moser double stripes
Partially skeletonised bridges
Functions
Hours and minutes
Bracelet
Integrated bracelet in anthracite grey ceramic
Folding clasp with three blades, engraved with the Moser logo
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.
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
There are watches that impress immediately, and then there are watches that become more interesting the longer you look at them. The new Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Grande Tradition Tourbillon Jumping Date falls into the second category.
At first glance, the watch is visually striking because of the openworked dial and the large tourbillon at 6 o’clock. But after a few moments, the smaller details start standing out — the way the date hand jumps over the tourbillon opening, the depth created by the different layers of the movement, and how restrained the overall design still feels despite everything happening on the dial.
That balance is probably what Jaeger-LeCoultre does best.
The Dial Feels Thought Through
Skeletonised watches can sometimes feel overly technical or difficult to read. That is not the case here.
The dial has enough openness to showcase the mechanics while still maintaining structure and clarity. Crafted from 18K pink gold (750/1000), it features a richly detailed barleycorn guilloché pattern beneath deep blue translucent enamel, adding depth and texture without feeling distracting. The warm tones of the pink gold case further soften the watch’s highly technical appearance, giving it a more refined and approachable character.
The tourbillon naturally becomes the focal point, but it does not dominate the entire watch. Your eyes continue moving across the dial because there are layers everywhere — polished bridges, sharp finishing, open spaces, and different depths that change depending on the light.
Nothing looks decorative for the sake of it. Everything feels placed carefully.
The Jumping Date Is the Best Part
The most satisfying detail on this watch is easily the date display.
Instead of letting the pointer date hand cut across the tourbillon opening, Jaeger-LeCoultre engineered it to jump over the lower section of the dial. When the hand reaches the tourbillon aperture, it instantly advances to the other side.
It is a small mechanical decision, but it changes the experience of the watch completely.
The dial stays cleaner, the tourbillon remains fully visible, and the date complication suddenly becomes something interactive rather than something you ignore. It adds character without trying too hard to do so.
This is the kind of feature that collectors tend to appreciate more over time.
Complicated Without Feeling Heavy
A lot of high-complication watches try to show everything at once. This one does not.
The 24-hour display at 12 o’clock is subtle and useful, especially since it can work as a second time zone indication. The dauphine hands remain clean and easy to read, and the proportions of the case help keep the watch elegant on the wrist.
Even at 42mm, it avoids feeling oversized because the case design is relatively slim and curved.
Most importantly, the watch still feels wearable. That matters because some complicated pieces end up feeling more like demonstrations than actual watches someone would enjoy spending time with.
Calibre 978 Still Holds Up
Inside is Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Calibre 978, a movement that has already earned a strong reputation over the years.
What makes this version interesting is how much attention has gone into its presentation. The openworked layout allows you to see far more of the movement architecture, and the finishing is visible from nearly every angle.
You notice the polished edges first, then the brushing, the Geneva stripes, and the way light reflects differently across the bridges. It feels properly handcrafted.
There is also restraint in the finishing. Jaeger-LeCoultre has not overdesigned the movement to make it look aggressive or futuristic. It still feels classic, which suits the Master Grande Tradition collection perfectly.
One of Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Strongest Recent Releases
The Master Grande Tradition Tourbillon Jumping Date works because it focuses on execution instead of excess.
The complications make sense, the movement feels cohesive with the design, and the watch avoids becoming visually overwhelming even though there is a lot happening mechanically.
It is also the kind of watch that becomes more enjoyable over time because the appeal is in the details rather than one dramatic feature.
That is probably why this feels like one of the more complete releases from Watches and Wonders 2026 — not because it is the loudest watch in the room, but because every part of it feels considered.
Technicals Specifications
Calibre
In-House Calibre: 978
Movement type
Automatic winding
Thickness
6.45mm
Vibtrations per hour
28800
Frequency (HZ)
4
Power Reserve
45 hours
Functions
Tourbillon, Seconde sur tourbillon, Hour – Minute, 24-hour display, Date a aiguille
At LVMH Watch Week 2026 in Milan, TAG Heuer opens the year with a confident and deeply expressive statement. Drawing on more than 160 years of chronograph mastery, the Maison unveils three new Carrera creations that together capture the essence of its past, present, and future.
The TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph 41 mm, the TAG Heuer Carrera Seafarer, and the TAG Heuer Carrera Split-Seconds Chronograph represent three distinct worlds—motorsport, maritime exploration, and haute horlogerie—united by a single philosophy. Precision timing, emotional design, and authentic legacy converge across land, sea, and the highest level of chronograph innovation.
TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph 41 mm
Racing Spirit, Perfectly Balanced
The TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph 41 mm expands the celebrated glassbox family with a contemporary and versatile dimension that reinforces the collection’s racing DNA. Rooted in the principles of legibility, balance, and speed that defined the original Carrera introduced in 1963, this evolution delivers a stronger wrist presence while preserving elegance and clarity.
Its sculptural sapphire crystal flows seamlessly into a three-dimensional dial architecture, creating visual depth and an immersive sense of precision. Offered in blue, teal green, or black with subtle racing accents, each dial expresses a distinct emotional facet of motorsport heritage—ranging from classic and technical to bold and modern.
Powered by the in-house Calibre TH20-01, the watch reflects everyday performance and mechanical confidence. It stands as the most universal expression of TAG Heuer’s chronograph expertise in 2026: refined enough for daily wear, yet unmistakably born from the racetrack.
TAG Heuer Carrera Seafarer
Maritime Heritage Reawakened
Building on its renewed connection to the sea, TAG Heuer reintroduces a legendary chapter of its history with the TAG Heuer Carrera Seafarer. Inspired by the Maison’s iconic tide watches first launched in 1949, this creation continues the narrative initiated by the revival of the Skipper in 2023.
Integrated seamlessly into the Carrera glassbox design language, the Seafarer is defined by its functional maritime indications and strong nautical identity. The dial composition and colour palette echo professional sailing instruments, while maintaining the clarity and balance expected of a modern Carrera chronograph.
Blending vintage inspiration with contemporary execution, the Carrera Seafarer transforms a historic tool watch into a refined modern chronograph. It stands as a compelling example of TAG Heuer’s ability to translate authentic heritage into fresh, emotionally resonant creations for today’s collectors.
TAG Heuer Carrera Split-Seconds Chronograph
The Apex of Chronograph Mastery
With the debut of the TAG Heuer Carrera Split-Seconds Chronograph, the Maison reaches a historic milestone by introducing the rattrapante complication into the Carrera collection for the first time.
This exceptional timepiece represents the pinnacle of TAG Heuer’s chronograph expertise, merging avant-garde haute horlogerie with the pure design DNA established by Jack Heuer in 1963. Crafted in a bold 42 mm grade-5 titanium glassbox case, the watch emphasizes transparency, depth, and technical sophistication, from its sapphire dial to its exposed movement architecture.
Powered by the hand-finished Calibre TH81-01, developed in collaboration with Vaucher Manufacture Fleurier, the watch delivers extreme precision alongside visual drama and artisanal savoir-faire. More than a complication, it is a statement of intent—affirming TAG Heuer’s position at the forefront of modern chronograph innovation.
One Name. Three Expressions of Time.
Together, these three Carrera creations form a complete narrative of TAG Heuer in 2026. From the speed and clarity of motorsport, to the rhythm of the sea, and finally to the rarefied world of high-performance chronograph mastery, the collection demonstrates how heritage can serve as a foundation for continuous innovation.
After more than 160 years, TAG Heuer is not simply preserving its legacy—it is actively redefining what the chronograph means for a new generation of collectors.
At LVMH Watch Week 2026 in Milan, ZENITH presents a sharply focused vision—one that places the DEFY collection at the centre of its contemporary identity. Across revival pieces, refined three-hand models, ceramic chronographs, skeletonized movements, and a high-frequency tourbillon, ZENITH makes one thing clear: DEFY is no longer a category. It is a philosophy.
This year’s novelties explore the idea of urban resilience—how architecture, precision, and material innovation come together to create watches designed not only to be admired, but to endure.
DEFY Revival A3643: The Origin of the DEFY Language
The DEFY story begins in 1969, and in 2026, ZENITH returns to one of its earliest and most defining references: the DEFY Revival A3643.
True to the historical model, the watch features the legendary “Time-Safe” case, protected by a screwed 14-sided bezel and caseback—a design conceived to withstand extreme conditions. Rendered in stainless steel and sized at 37mm, the proportions remain faithful to the original while feeling perfectly attuned to modern preferences for compact, versatile watches.
A silver dial with applied indices and Super-LumiNova® ensures clarity, while the integrated steel bracelet—with a modern micro-adjustment clasp—adds contemporary comfort. Powering the watch is the Elite 670, a calibre that represents a milestone in ZENITH’s manufacture history: precise, slim, and engineered for long-term reliability.
Importantly, the A3643 is more than a revival. Its angular case architecture directly inspired the design language of the modern DEFY Skyline collection—making this watch the conceptual cornerstone of the entire DEFY universe.
DEFY Skyline 36mm: Modern Geometry in Refined Proportions
With the DEFY Skyline 36mm, ZENITH refines its urban design vocabulary into a more compact, unisex format without sacrificing presence.
The stainless-steel case retains the Skyline’s distinctive angular silhouette and dodecagonal bezel, while a new white-toned sunray dial introduces a softer, more luminous expression of the collection’s signature four-pointed star pattern. The result is a watch that feels architectural yet elegant—sporty, but undeniably refined.
Two interpretations define the range:
a classic steel bezel for understated versatility
a diamond-set dodecagonal bezel (52 diamonds, 1 carat) that elevates the watch into a more jewellery-forward territory while remaining unmistakably DEFY
Inside, the Elite 670 once again delivers automatic precision with a 50-hour power reserve. An interchangeable bracelet system with an additional rubber strap reinforces the Skyline’s everyday adaptability.
This is DEFY at its most accessible—confident, balanced, and effortlessly contemporary.
DEFY Skyline Chronograph Black Ceramic: High-Frequency, High Impact
The DEFY Skyline Chronograph Black Ceramic introduces a more assertive expression of the collection’s urban identity.
Clad entirely in black ceramic, the 42mm case and dodecagonal bezel amplify the Skyline’s sharp geometry while offering exceptional scratch resistance and durability. The black sunray dial, engraved with the star motif, creates depth and contrast beneath luminous applied indices.
At its core is the El Primero 3600, ZENITH’s modern high-frequency chronograph calibre. Beating at 36,000 vibrations per hour, it enables true 1/10th of a second measurement, displayed directly and intuitively. Despite this technical performance, the movement maintains a robust 60-hour power reserve, underscoring ZENITH’s mastery of efficiency at high frequency.
This watch embodies DEFY’s performance ethos—precision expressed through material innovation and architectural clarity.
DEFY Skyline Skeleton Black Ceramic: Transparency with Intent
Skeletonization within the DEFY collection is not decorative—it is structural. The DEFY Skyline Skeleton Black Ceramic demonstrates this philosophy with striking clarity.
The 41mm black ceramic case frames a skeletonized movement finished in rose-gold-toned PVD, creating a powerful contrast between darkness and warmth. The openworked architecture follows ZENITH’s star-shaped design language, ensuring that every bridge serves both mechanical and visual purpose.
Powering the watch is the El Primero 3620 SK, a high-frequency automatic movement that features a 1/10th of a second indicator designed for smooth, continuous motion. An integrated braking system prevents hand jumping, allowing the indicator to rotate fluidly—an example of functional innovation hidden beneath visual drama.
The result is a watch that reveals its mechanics without compromising legibility or balance.
DEFY Skyline Tourbillon Skeleton: A High-Frequency First
The most significant technical statement of ZENITH’s 2026 presentation arrives in the DEFY Skyline Tourbillon Skeleton, limited to 50 pieces worldwide.
For the first time, ZENITH combines a high-frequency 5Hz tourbillon with a fully skeletonized architecture inside the DEFY Skyline case. Crafted in rose gold, the 41mm watch houses the El Primero 3630, a movement that redefines the relationship between complexity and efficiency.
The tourbillon cage—shaped like ZENITH’s iconic double-Z star—completes one rotation per minute at 6 o’clock. Despite the energy demands of a high-frequency tourbillon, the movement delivers an impressive 60-hour power reserve, achieved through an ultra-light aluminium cage weighing just 0.25 grams.
This watch represents the summit of the DEFY philosophy: architectural design, high-frequency precision, and haute horlogerie expertise unified in a single, uncompromising creation.
DEFY in 2026: A Unified Vision
Across every model unveiled at LVMH Watch Week 2026, ZENITH communicates a clear and disciplined message. DEFY is not defined by complication or material alone—it is defined by structure, frequency, and intent.
From the historical foundations of the A3643 to the technical audacity of the tourbillon skeleton, the DEFY collection expresses a singular vision of modern watchmaking—one that is urban, resilient, and relentlessly forward-looking.
In 2026, ZENITH does not chase trends. It builds frameworks—and dares time to keep up.
How the Jaeger-LeCoultre Rendez-Vous Secret Blends Haute Joaillerie and Fine Watchmaking
The Rendez-Vous Secret is not designed to announce the hour. It is designed to guard it. Conceived as a rare meeting point between high jewellery and fine watchmaking, this creation transforms time into a private experience — revealed only at the wearer’s choosing.
Crafted by the jeweller-craftsmen of Jaeger-LeCoultre, the Rendez-Vous Secret draws inspiration from a historic Maison creation of the 1960s, reinterpreted today through contemporary techniques, exceptional gem-setting, and remarkable miniaturisation.
Inspired by Winter at the Vallée de Joux
The aesthetic spirit of the Rendez-Vous Secret is rooted in nature. Its palette and brilliance are inspired by the reflection of snow during winter in the Vallée de Joux. Light dances across white gold, diamonds, sapphires, and mother-of-pearl, creating a surface that feels luminous, crisp, and quietly powerful.
This is not nostalgia, but evolution: a modern expression of a vintage idea, refined through decades of expertise.
The Case: Precision in a Precious Form
The watch is housed in a 24 mm case, perfectly scaled to sit like a jewel on the wrist. At 9.85 mm thick, it maintains a refined profile while accommodating its concealed dial construction.
Material: White gold 750/1000 (18 carats), rhodium-plated
Water resistance: 3 bar
Every curve of the case is designed to support gem-setting while preserving softness and balance, ensuring elegance rather than excess.
The Dial: A Secret by Design
At first glance, the Rendez-Vous Secret appears as a high-jewellery bracelet watch. Only when opened does it reveal its white front dial, serene and understated. Time is indicated by graceful Florale hands, whose organic form echoes the femininity at the heart of the collection.
The display is intentionally pure, limited to hours and minutes, reinforcing the idea that this watch is about moments — not measurement.
A Masterful Composition of Gemstones
The Rendez-Vous Secret is a showcase of jewellery savoir-faire, brought to life through an extraordinary gem selection:
Mother-of-pearl, offering natural depth and soft iridescence
197 diamonds (≈ 11.09 carats) enveloping the piece in brilliance
1 diamond (≈ 0.13 carats) placed as a singular, intentional accent
The stones are arranged to capture light from every angle, evoking the shimmer of snow under winter sun — refined, never ostentatious.
Bracelet: Jewellery Without Interruption
The integrated 18-carat white-gold bracelet completes the illusion. Seamlessly executed, it reinforces the identity of the Rendez-Vous Secret as jewellery first and watch second. On the wrist, it feels fluid, balanced, and unmistakably precious.
The Essence of Time
With only hour and minute indication, the Rendez-Vous Secret distils time to its simplest form. There are no complications to distract, no excess to justify. Every element exists to serve elegance, discretion, and emotion.
Final Perspective
The Rendez-Vous Secret is not about telling time efficiently — it is about experiencing time beautifully. Inspired by heritage, shaped by nature, and executed with exceptional craftsmanship, it stands as a poetic expression of femininity, high jewellery, and fine watchmaking.
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
Luxury watch luminous hands and markers
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
Neo Constant Escapement mechanical watch movement visible
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.
In a world increasingly driven by speed and spectacle, Patek Philippe’s Gondolo Haute Joaillerie collection stands as a reminder that true luxury often whispers rather than shouts. The references 7042/100G-010 and 7042/100R-010 are perfect embodiments of this philosophy—two watches that blend traditional handcraft, mechanical purity, and high jewellery into objects of quiet, enduring beauty.
While identical in form and function, the two references express distinctly different moods through their choice of precious metal: white gold for restrained elegance, and rose gold for warmth and romance.
A Canvas of Rare Handcrafts
At the heart of both watches lies one of Patek Philippe’s most poetic métiers d’art executions. The dial is entirely hand-engraved in a rhythmic arabesque pattern, then meticulously snow-set with diamonds of varying sizes. This technique creates a shimmering surface that appears almost textile-like—soft, fluid, and alive under changing light.
Every curve, hollow, and recess is engraved by hand before a single diamond is set. The result is not decorative excess, but visual harmony—an effect only achievable through hours of patient artisanal work.
Gondolo Haute Joaillerie diamond watch
Diamond-set Gondolo watch dial
White Gold vs Rose Gold: Two Expressions, One Soul
Ref. 7042/100G-010 (White Gold) The white gold version leans toward modern classicism. Its cooler tone amplifies the brilliance of the diamonds, giving the watch a crisp, architectural presence. It feels poised, refined, and quietly powerful—ideal for those who appreciate subtlety and understatement in haute joaillerie.
Ref. 7042/100R-010 (Rose Gold) The rose gold reference introduces warmth and sensuality. Against the soft blush of the case, the diamond-set engraving takes on a richer, more romantic character. It feels intimate and expressive, yet unmistakably Patek Philippe in its restraint and balance.
Together, the two references demonstrate how a change in metal alone can completely alter the emotional language of a watch.
Patek Philippe Gondolo worn on wrist
Haute Joaillerie diamond detailing
Mechanical Integrity Beneath the Diamonds
Despite their jewelled exterior, these Gondolo references remain deeply mechanical at heart. Both are powered by the calibre 215, a manually wound movement known for its slim architecture, classical construction, and exceptional finishing.
Visible through the sapphire caseback, the movement reveals Geneva stripes, polished bevels, and hand-finished details that uphold Patek Philippe’s most stringent standards. This is not jewellery hiding a movement—it is high horology dressed in diamonds.
Patek Philippe Gondolo Haute Joaillerie watch
Patek Philippe Gondolo collection
The Gondolo Case: Timeless Geometry
The rectangular Gondolo case, inspired by early 20th-century designs, provides the perfect frame for this artistry. Its proportions feel deliberate and balanced, reinforcing the watch’s jewellery character while remaining unmistakably horological.
The diamond-set bezel, lugs, and crown are integrated with restraint, ensuring that nothing overwhelms the overall composition.
A Collector’s Perspective
These watches are not designed to follow trends or compete for attention. They are created for collectors who understand that true luxury lies in craftsmanship, legacy, and emotion. Whether chosen in white gold or rose gold, the Gondolo 7042 represents a commitment to beauty that transcends time.
In an era of oversized cases and technical bravado, Patek Philippe reminds us that elegance—when executed at this level—remains the ultimate complication.
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.
Zenith interchangeable strap steel bracelet
Stainless steel twelve-facet bezel close-up
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
folding clasp
For the seventh of its Grand Exhibitions across the world, Patek Philippe has chosen one of its leading historic markets: Italy. From October 2 to 18 2026, the public and devotees will be able to immerse themselves in the world of the last remaining independent family-owned Genevan watch manufacture.
They will discover a decor of more than 2,500 square meters, taking them behind the scenes of Patek Philippe itself. The largest exhibition ever organized by the manufacture, this event will be accompanied by the launch of several limited editions.
As heir to a noble Genevan tradition, Patek Philippe has always placed great importance on sharing its passion for fine watchmaking, particularly by means of exhibitions. Fourteen years ago, Patek Philippe launched a new concept of Grand Exhibitions open to the public, offering free admission and encouraging closer acquaintance with its creations, heritage, philosophy and breadth of expertise. In the course of the six editions organized to date these events have increased in size and scope, welcoming a total of some 165,000 visitors. After Dubai in 2012, Munich in 2013, London in 2015, New York in 2017, Singapore in 2019 and Tokyo in 2023, Patek Philippe has chosen Milan for its seventh Grand Exhibition. Historically, Italy represents a key market for the brand – a market of connoisseurs, treasuring rare handcrafts and able to appreciate all the technical excellence and painstaking workmanship contained in a timepiece. Italian customers, born into a culture that unites respect for tradition and artisan skills with a flair for design and fashion and an avant-garde spirit, are also perfectly placed to understand the “tradition of innovation” that has guided Patek Philippe since 1839.
Current Patek Philippe collection exhibit watches close-up
Hand engraving crafts at Watch Art Grand Exhibition
An exceptional decor
Open from Friday 2 to Sunday 18 October 2026, the Patek Philippe WATCH ART grand exhibition Milan 2026 will be held, as were the previous exhibitions, in surroundings emblematic of the host city. The 2026 edition of WATCH ART will take place in the Palazzo delle Scintille, newly renamed the CityOval, at the heart of the CityLife district, Milan’s new, exclusive business and residential quarter. The last historic bastion of this new quarter, the Palazzo delle Scintille has been completely renovated as part of this zone’s urban regeneration. Beneath a dome rising to 30 meters at its highest point, the WATCH ART grand exhibition will occupy some 2540 square meters of the total 4,000 square meters of exhibition space that the CityOval represents, located at its center, Patek Philippe will offer devotees and the general public the most spectacular decor ever conceived for its Grand Exhibition. Divided into different themed areas, the exhibition will offer the visitor a total immersion in the Patek Philippe universe and the chance to discover the brand’s most renowned Geneva addresses: the historic headquarters in the Rue du Rhône, the manufacture at Plan-les-Ouates and the Patek Philippe Museum.
Watch Art Grand Exhibition display at CityOval Milan
Patek Philippe Watch Art Grand Exhibition Milan 2026 signage
The entire current collection and Rare Handcrafts collection
The Patek Philippe WATCH ART grand exhibition Milan 2026 will bring together some 500 timepieces and objects illustrating a wealth of different types of expertise. In particular, visitors may admire the manufacture’s entire current collection, with its lavish choice of watch families and models for men and for women, spanning every watchmaking segment from the style icons to the most technically complex mechanisms.
A dedicated Rare Handcrafts Watch Art Grand Exhibition Milano 2026 collection (including dome table clocks, pocket watches and wristwatches with miniature painting on enamel, cloisonné enamel, hand engraving, micro wood marquetry, hand-executed guilloché work and gemsetting) will be on show, along with demonstrations by artisans before the visitor’s eyes.
The jewels of the Patek Philippe Museum
The exhibition will also present a selection of timepieces belonging to the Patek Philippe Museum in Geneva and exceptionally allowed to travel for the Milan event. Those from the “Antique Collection” (sixteenth to early nineteenth century) will include some of the oldest watches in the world and numerous technical and aesthetic masterpieces illustrating the entire history of horology. The pieces from the “Patek Philippe Collection”, tracing the manufacture’s rich heritage.
Entrance to Patek Philippe Grand Exhibition Milan 2026
Patek Philippe rare watches on display Milan exhibition
An exceptional reunion of horological masterpieces
One room will present the vast collection of movements designed and built entirely by Patek Philippe, with a new area devoted to the steps involved in producing the parts and another dedicated to research and development. A large place will be reserved for the complicated watches, one of the manufacture’s strongholds and a space entitled “Master of Sound” showcasing the striking watches, including the most complex of all, the Patek Philippe Grandmaster Chime with 20 complications, and the Sky Moon Tourbillon. Visitors will also have the chance to meet Patek Philippe master watchmakers, who will carry out demonstrations on a variety of movements.
A fine array of limited editions
Similarly to its predecessors, the grand exhibition WATCH ART Milan will be accompanied by the launch of various limited editions in every segment of the Patek Philippe collection.
One of the brand’s most striking creations, the Chroma editions embody ZENITH’s technical mastery and daring avant-garde spirit, seamlessly combining high-frequency chronometry with vibrant, expressive design. Following the resounding success of the 2022 DEFY 21 Chroma in white ceramic and the 2023 Chroma II editions in white and black ceramic, this bold fusion of cutting-edge engineering and artistic vision now returns in two new DEFY Extreme limited editions.
Beyond its remarkable technical prowess, the DEFY Extreme collection has always served as a platform for creativity and bold design expression. With the Chroma limited editions, the innovative ZENITH 1/100th of a second chronograph demonstrates how colour can be explored without limits, even on the world’s most advanced high-frequency chronograph.
Zenith Defy Extreme Chroma white edition titanium watch
Titanium case and black ceramic bezel detail
The two ZENITH DEFY Extreme Chroma editions combine titanium and ceramic, accentuated by a distinctive spectrum of colours. Their angular 45mm case comes either in microblasted titanium or in brushed and polished titanium, while the dodecagonal bezel, pusher protectors and crown are crafted in black micro-blasted titanium or white ceramic. The interplay of materials and finishes accentuates the DEFY Extreme’s architectural geometry, reinforcing its bold and dynamic character. Engineered for performance, it offers water resistance up to 20 ATM, making it ready for the most demanding conditions.
Inside the DEFY Extreme Chroma beats a unique version of the automatic El Primero 9004 calibre, whose bridges are PVD-coated in a spectrum of colours. This mechanical rainbow is partially revealed through the openworked black or white dial, where the markers and printings mirror the movement’s chromatic palette in a seamless gradient. Each movement displays its own distinctive colour composition. This vivid spectrum also extends to the tips of the subsidiary dial hands – for the chronograph hours and minutes at 9 and 3 o’clock, the chronograph power reserve at 12 o’clock, and the small seconds at 6 o’clock. On the reverse side, the polychrome theme continues with ZENITH’s signature star-shaped rotor, rendered in a striking blue hue for the black edition and electric green for the white edition.
From a technical standpoint, the El Primero 9004 sets itself apart through its ability to measure elapsed times to 1/100th of a second – a remarkable achievement made possible by two independent escapement systems, each with its own barrel and regulator. The first beats at 5 Hz (36,000 vph) to ensure precise timekeeping, while the second operates at an astonishing 50 Hz (360,000 vph) to drive the chronograph. The central chronograph seconds hand completes one full rotation of the dial every second, allowing readings of elapsed time accurate to 1/100th of a second.
Like all DEFY Extreme models, the Chroma editions feature a quick-change strap system, easily operated via push buttons on the back of the case. For enhanced versatility, each watch comes with three strap options: a black or white embossed rubber strap with folding buckle, a titanium bracelet with matching finishes, and a black Velcro strap.
The DEFY Extreme Chroma is released in two limited editions of 100 pieces each, available at ZENITH boutiques, online, and through authorized retailers worldwide.
DEFY EXTREME
Reference: 97.9113.9004/33.I200
Key points: 1/100th of a second chronograph movement. Exclusive dynamic signature of one rotation per second for the chronograph hand. Screwed-in crown. Sapphire dial. Black rubber and additional titanium bracelet and Velcro strap. Fully interchangeable strap system. Movement: El Primero 9004 Frequency: 36,000 VpH (5 Hz) Power reserve: 50 hours Functions: 1 escapement for the watch (36,000 VpH – 5 Hz)
1 escapement for the chronograph (360,000 VpH – 50 Hz) Finishes: “Rainbow” PVD-coated bridges and special blue colored oscillating weight with satined finishings Price: 19’900 CHF / 21’600 Euros / 20’600 USD Material: Microblasted titanium Water resistance: 20 ATM Case: 45mm / Thickness : 15.4 mm / Lug to lug : 51 mm Dial: Black openworked Hour markers: Rhodium-plated, faceted and coated with “Rainbow” varnish. Hands: Rhodium-plated, faceted and coated with colored varnish. Bracelet & Buckle: Black rubber with folding clasp, additional titanium bracelet and black Velcro strap.
DEFY EXTREME
Reference: 95.9114.9004/69.I203
Key points: 1/100th of a second chronograph movement. Exclusive dynamic signature of one rotation per second for the chronograph hand. Screwed-in crown. Sapphire dial. White rubber and additional titanium bracelets and Velcro strap.. Fully interchangeable strap system. Movement: El Primero 9004 Frequency: 36,000 VpH (5 Hz) Power reserve: 50 hours Functions: 1 escapement for the watch (36,000 VpH – 5 Hz)
1 escapement for the chronograph (360,000 VpH – 50 Hz) Finishes: “Rainbow” PVD-coated bridges and special green colored oscillating weight with satined finishings Price: 19’900 CHF / 21’600 Euros / 20’600 USD Material: Titanium and white ceramic Water resistance: 20 ATM Case: 45mm / Thickness : 15.4 mm / Lug to lug : 51 mm Dial: White openworked Hour markers: Rhodium-plated, faceted and coated with “Rainbow” varnish. Hands: Rhodium-plated, faceted and coated with colored varnish. Bracelet & Buckle: White rubber with folding clasp, additional titanium bracelet and black Velcro strap
Blancpain, the world’s oldest watchmaking brand, hosted an exclusive showcase in Mumbai on 11th November 2025, presenting its latest novelties across three of its most iconic collections: the Villeret, Fifty Fathoms, and Ladybird. The private event brought together collectors, enthusiasts, and friends of the Maison for an intimate evening celebrating heritage, craftsmanship, and innovation.
Guests exploring Blancpain watches at exhibition
Held at a luxury venue in the heart of the city, the showcase offered guests a rare opportunity to experience Blancpain’s newest creations up close. The event highlighted the timeless purity of the Villeret Collection, the pioneering spirit of the Fifty Fathoms dive watches, and the refined feminine elegance of the Ladybird line.
Blancpain Ladybird collection close-up
Blancpain Ladybird collection
Adding to the exclusivity of the evening, Blancpain unveiled a curated selection of archival pieces from its historical collection. These rarely shown timepieces offered a perspective into the brand’s uninterrupted watchmaking history since 1735, demonstrating the evolution of design, technique, and mechanical mastery.
“We are delighted to host this special presentation in Mumbai, a city with a growing appreciation for fine watchmaking,” said a Blancpain representative. “Bringing together our latest novelties with important archival references allows us to share the full depth of Blancpain’s heritage and vision with our community.”
The event underscored Blancpain’s continued commitment to craftsmanship, innovation, and its long-standing connection with collectors in India
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.
Celebrating Ayrton Senna, the Swiss watchmaker unveils two special editions that represent the precision, speed, and legacy of both the watchmaker and the legend.
Continuing its homage to one of Formula 1’s most legendary champions, TAG Heuer proudly unveils two new limited-timepieces celebrating the enduring legacy of Ayrton Senna. Launched during the São Paulo Grand Prix, these TAG Heuer Formula 1 Chronograph x Senna models write the next chapter in the brand’s historic collaboration with the Senna Brand. Since the first Senna special edition in 1994, the partnership has given life to a series of bold chronographs: from vivid quartz models to a spectacular TAG Heuer Carrera Tourbillon Extreme Sport x Senna, each reflecting a different facet of the driver’s spirit.
This year, the collaboration reaches new heights with two creations that continue this tradition of innovation and tribute. Both watches reflect different facets of Senna’s character: one technical, modern, and daring, the other rooted in classic performance and remarkable style, united under TAG Heuer’s powerful 2025 “Designed to Win” campaign.
A Partnership Written in Watchmaking and Racing History
The connection between TAG Heuer and Ayrton Senna began in 1988, at the very height of the driver’s dominance in Formula 1®. That same year, Senna became World Champion for the first time, marking the start of a new era in motorsport. For TAG Heuer, aligning with the Brazilian icon was more than a sponsorship – it was the beginning of one of the most meaningful ambassador relationships in the watch industry.
Senna officially joined TAG Heuer as an ambassador in 1993 for the 1994 season, choosing the TAG Heuer S/EL chronograph as his watch of choice. With its distinctive S-shaped bracelet and strong ties to racing, the model became forever associated with his name. Over the years, this collaboration has extended beyond the track, transforming into a celebration to Senna’s fearless spirit and uncompromising pursuit of excellence.
But Senna’s legacy, like TAG Heuer’s, is not confined to records or victories. Beyond the racetrack, the partnership has taken on a deeper mission: to create lasting social impact. Through special-edition timepieces, TAG Heuer has proudly supported the Instituto Ayrton Senna, an organization founded by the driver’s family. Since its inception, the institute has helped transform the lives of millions of children and young people across Brazil, providing access to education and opportunities for a brighter future.
Over thirty years after his passing, Senna’s influence still resonates in motorsport, in culture, and in the world of watchmaking.
“Ayrton Senna was not only an extraordinary driver, but a symbol of precision, performance, and passion,” said Antoine Pin, CEO of TAG Heuer. “This new collection captures those qualities with daring design and mechanical mastery. Senna’s spirit continues to inspire us.”
Senna special edition automatic chronograph wrist shot
Formula 1 Senna tribute watch front view
The Bold Expression of Speed and Craftsmanship
Guided by Senna’s fearless spirit and relentless pursuit of excellence, the TAG Heuer Formula 1 Chronograph x Senna 44mm pushes the partnership further with a dynamic new high-end expression powered by an automatic movement. Its design draws inspiration from Senna’s helmet and his Brazilian identity: a sunray-brushed black dial energized with vivid accents, a 6 o’clock subdial in the colors of the national flag, a 12 o’clock 30-minute chronograph counter with yellow lacquered hand, and a 9 o’clock running seconds counter with yellow “S” logo, while a yellow lacquered central seconds hand sweeps across the dial with powerful precision. New indexes inspired by Formula 1® livery geometry, along with skeletonized black lacquered hour and minute hands, enhance readability and style.
The 44mm case is crafted in lightweight titanium with black DLC coating, a nod to Senna’s fearless approach on the track. The forged carbon bezel, engraved with his recognizable “S” logo at 12 o’clock, highlights cutting- edge materials and engineering. Additional details include a yellow lacquered crown, a yellow ring between the case and bezel, and new shaped pushers at 2 and 4 o’clock, reflecting the watch’s bold technical design. The caseback displays an engraving of Senna’s piercing eyes behind the helmet, a poignant reminder of the man whose gaze captivated the world.
The watch is finished with a striking yellow rubber strap and comes in a custom deep blue packaging box with three stripes and an interior travel pouch reflecting the colors of the iconic Senna’s helmet.
The Timeless Elegance in Motorsport Heritage
The TAG Heuer Formula 1 Chronograph x Senna 43mm, powered by a robust quartz movement, reinterprets the iconic S/EL bracelet the driver wore throughout his career. A signature design from late 1980s that combined ergonomic comfort with sport elegance. Its fluid, interlocking steel links visually recall the style that defined Senna’s racing era.
The 43mm polished and brushed stainless steel case houses a black sunray-brushed dial accented by the same vibrant yellow and green tones from Senna’s Brazilian heritage. The dial features three counters: a 3 o’clock running seconds counter with white accents, a 6 o’clock 10-hour chronograph counter in Brazilian flag-inspired colors with a red lacquered hand, and a 9 o’clock 30-minute chronograph counter with yellow lacquered hand. Printed Arabic numeral indexes and skeletonized black gold-plated polished hour and minute hands, along with a yellow seconds hand, complete the dial’s modern, sporty look.
The black tachymeter bezel with aluminum insert is engraved with “SENNA” and the yellow “S” logo at 12 o’clock, while the DLC-coated crown at 3 o’clock and DLC-coated push-buttons at 2 and 4 o’clock enhance both durability and style. The special engraved steel caseback with an illustration of Senna reinforces the watch’s authenticity. The TAG Heuer Formula 1 Chronograph x Senna 43mm comes with a folding steel clasp with double safety push- buttons and is presented in a distinctive blue box with a yellow cushion and interior accents, including the yellow ‘S’ logo. Limited to 3,000 pieces, this model is both a radiant celebration of Senna’s life and a timeless collector’s item, offering enthusiasts a complete set of functions – hours, minutes, seconds, chronograph, date, and a secure entry point to the Senna line.
A Legacy that Lives On and Keep Inspiring New Generations
The collaboration between TAG Heuer and the Senna Brand remains the longest running ambassador partnership. This year marks a milestone in the relationship with Bianca Senna, CEO of the Senna Brand and Ayrton’s niece, actively shaping the creative direction of each special-edition model, to ensure every detail reflects Ayrton’s values and spirit. The two new timepieces represent a fusion of family, passion, and purpose in bold watchmaking.
The release also coincides with the recently launched “Designed to Win” campaign. Inspired by Senna’s famous 1990 quote – “I’m not designed to come second or third. I’m designed to win.” – the campaign defines TAG Heuer’s DNA: precision under pressure, resilience in the face of challenge, and an unyielding spirit.
“Continuing our collaboration with TAG Heuer through the Designed to Win campaign feels especially meaningful this year,” – says Bianca Senna, CEO of the Senna Brand. “Ayrton lived with determination, always pushing his limits forward, and purpose — values that continue to guide and inspire us to give our best in everything we do. These timepieces celebrate not only his victories, but the way he faced life — with focus, excellence, resilience, and passion.”
Together, TAG Heuer and the Senna Brand continue to honor Ayrton Senna’s extraordinary legacy, blending innovative watchmaking with the fearless spirit of one of Formula 1’s greatest champions. The new TAG Heuer Formula 1 x Senna timepieces serve as a lasting tribute, inspiring enthusiasts and future generations to embrace excellence, courage, and passion both on and off the track, just like Senna used to do.
TAG Heuer Formula 1 Chronograph x Senna 44mm
CBZ2081.FT8092
Functions
Hours, minutes, seconds, chronograph
Movement
Automatic chronograph – Calibre 16
Dial
Black sunray dial with black track running around the dial
Black flange with 60 second / minute scale
3 counters:
– 12 o’clock: black opalin 30-minute chronograph counter; yellow lacquered hand; yellow and white indexes
– 6 o’clock: blue, green, yellow lacquered 12-hour chronograph counter; black lacquered hand; yellow and white indexes
– 9 o’clock: black opalin permanent second indicator counter; black lacquered hand; yellow SENNA logo
Rhodium plated indexes with white Super-LumiNova® by day and green luminescence by night
Black lacquered hour and minute hands with white Super-LumiNova® by day and green luminescence by night
Yellow lacquered central hand
White TAG HEUER printed logo
3 o’clock date
White TAG HEUER printed logo FORMULA 1, AUTOMATIC printed in white
Case
44mm diameter
Black DLC grade-2 titanium sandblasted case with yellow joint below bezel
Carbon forged tachymeter fixed bezel with Senna marking
Flat sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment
Sandblasted black DLC grade-2 titanium screw-down crown at 3 o’clock with black DLC coating
Sandblasted black DLC grade-2 titanium shaped push-buttons with black DLC coating
Black DLC grade-2 titanium screw-down caseback Water resistance: 200 meters
Bracelet
Yellow rubber strap
Black DLC steel pin buckle; TAG Heuer engraving
Specific caseback engraving with close up of Senna’s face in helmet
Dimensions
Lug-to-lug: 47,3mm Thickness: 14,3mm
Availability
November 2025
TAG Heuer Formula 1 Chronograph x Senna 43mm
CAZ101AX.BA0637
Functions
Hours, minutes, seconds, chronograph
Movement
Quartz
Dial
Black sunray brushed dial
3 counters:
– 3 o’clock: black opalin permanent second indicator
– 6 o’clock: blue, green, yellow lacquered 1/10th second chronograph counter; red lacquered hand
– 9 o’clock: black opalin 30-minute chronograph counter; yellow lacquered hand, black gold-plated polished hour and minute hands with white Super-LumiNova® by day and green luminescence by night
Yellow lacquered central hand
White TAG HEUER printed logo
4 o’clock angled date
FORMULA 1 & SWISS MADE printed in white
Case
43mm diameter
Steel fine brushed, polished case
Aluminum black tachymeter fixed bezel; yellow SENNA logo
Flat sapphire crystal
Black DLC steel screw-down crown at 3 o’clock
Steel screw-down caseback with special engraving
Water resistance: 200 meters
Bracelet
Steel S/EL bracelet
Steel folding clasp with double safety system with pilot extension; TAG Heuer engraving
Introduced in 2022, the ZENITH DEFY Skyline has rapidly established itself as one of the Manufacture’s contemporary icons. With its bold lines, integrated architecture, and distinctive technical edge, it has since been offered in numerous iterations exploring a wide spectrum of complications and materials. Today, ZENITH elevates the DEFY Skyline to new heights of refinement: for the first time, the DEFY Skyline Tourbillon is crafted entirely in radiant rose gold. Its deep brick-red dial pays direct tribute to the historic ZENITH Manufacture in Le Locle, echoing the distinctive red-and-white brickwork and forging a tangible link between the brand’s heritage and its most cutting-edge creation.
The elevated essence of a contemporary classic
Launched as the modern heir to the original DEFY line of 1969, renowned for its boldness and resilience, the DEFY Skyline represents ZENITH’s vision of an urban timepiece that bridges heritage and innovation. Its angular geometry, strong silhouette and versatile design have made it a cornerstone of the Manufacture’scollections.
Now, with the tourbillon version, the DEFY Skyline appears in full rose gold, rediscovering its sharp facets through the warm glow of the precious metal.
Alternating satin-brushed and polished surfaces accentuate the 41mm case’s geometry, revealing a striking new perspective on its architectural design. As with previous DEFY Skyline Tourbillon editions, the dial is adorned with a mesmerizing pattern of engraved four-pointed stars that radiate outward from the tourbillon aperture at 6 o’clock. For this rose gold interpretation, ZENITH introduces a deep brick-red dial, a chromatic nod to the Manufacture’s historic building in Le Locle, with its distinctive red-and-white brickwork. Rose-gold hands, enhanced with Super-LumiNova, ensure legibility while harmonizing with the case’s luxurious tones, while the oscillating weight also bears the warm glow of gold, further underscoring the watch’s refined character.
At the heart of the DEFY Skyline Tourbillon beats the El Primero 3630 automatic high-frequency calibre. Entirely developed and manufactured in-house, it delivers a 5Hz (36,000 VpH) frequency and a power reserve of 50 hours. The tourbillon carriage, weighing a mere 0.25 grams, epitomizes ZENITH’s mastery of miniaturization and precision. The movement’s architecture echoes the starry geometry of the dial: the surfaces feature a contemporary 3D laser-engraved “côtes de Genève” motif radiating from the tourbillon in a sunray pattern, drawing the eye toward the beating heart of the watch. For the first time in the DEFY Skyline, the oscillating weight is also crafted in rose gold. Shaped as an openworked star, it allows for an unobstructed view of the calibre’s contemporary design.
This exclusive version is delivered on an integrated rose gold H-link bracelet, perfectly tapering from the case to the folding clasp, ensuring exceptional comfort. True to the DEFY Skyline spirit, versatility is key: the timepiece also comes with an additional brick-red rubber strap, perfectly matching the dial’s deep tone. Both can be exchanged effortlessly thanks to ZENITH’s intuitive quick-change system that requires no tools.
The new ZENITH DEFY Skyline Tourbillon is available exclusively through ZENITH boutiques worldwide, as well as a select network of authorized retailers.
DEFY SKYLINE TOURBILLON
Reference: 18.9301.3630/67.I001
Key points: Automatic El Primero Tourbillon. Starry sky dial pattern radiating from the
tourbillon. Screwed-in crown. Full Interchangeable strap system.
Movement: El Primero 3630
Frequency: 36’000 VpH – 5Hz
Power reserve: 50 hours
Functions: Hours & minutes; black tourbillon carriage shaped as the «double Z» star,
completing one rotation every 60 seconds at 6 o’clock
Finishes: Rose-gold openworked star-shaped oscillating weight with satin-brushed
surfaces; 3D laser-engraved “côtes de Genève” pattern radiating from the tourbillon.
Price: 89 900 CHF / 97 400 EUR / 93 300 USD
Material: Rose gold
Water resistance: 10 ATM
Case: 41 mm
Dial: Brick-red sunray-patterned dial adorned with engraved four-pointed stars radiating from the tourbillon
aperture
Hour markers: Faceted with Super-LumiNova SLN C1
Hands: Rose-gold faceted hands with Super-LumiNova SLN C1
Bracelet & Buckle: Integrated rose-gold H-link bracelet with folding clasp. Additional brick-red rubber strap
included. Both equipped with ZENITH’s interchangeable strap system requiring no tools.
2025 marks the 75th anniversary of Ahmed Seddiqi, MB&F’s longstanding retail partner in Dubai. To commemorate this important milestone, the two partners have chosen to craft not just one but two Limited Editions, both powered by MB&F’s award-winning Perpetual Calendar calibre: 7 LM Perpetual EVO pieces and 5 LM Perpetual Baguette Diamonds pieces, both featuring signature blue highlights.
For over seven decades, Ahmed Seddiqi has been a cornerstone of the regional horology landscape, cultivating appreciation for fine timepieces and championing independent brands such as MB&F. This collaboration not only recognizes the Seddiqi family’s role in horology, but also celebrates the deep friendship between the two partners.
Reflecting on this relationship, Maximilian Büsser, owner & creative director of MB&F, shares:
“I have been privileged over the last 27 years of their 75-year history, to have counted the Seddiqi family as very close friends. They welcomed me when I was at my most vulnerable, they many times helped me when I was down, and were there to celebrate our greatest achievements together. It is therefore my privilege and honour to celebrate this milestone of Ahmed Seddiqi, with two incredibly rare and special MB&F pieces. Both are based on the ground-breaking Perpetual Calendar developed by Stephen McDonnell. For such an exceptional anniversary, we had to choose an equally exceptional movement”.
First released in 2015, the GPHG award-winning Legacy Machine Perpetual has become a strong favourite amongst MB&F aficionados. The LM Perpetual has also evolved into several EVO editions, designed for an active lifestyle – with enhanced 80 metres of water resistance, a screw-down crown, an integrated rubber strap and MB&F’s patented FlexRing, a proprietary annular dampener providing shock protection.
The LM Perpetual EVO 75th Anniversary Seddiqi Limited Edition
The 75th Anniversary edition of the LM Perpetual EVO – limited to only 7 pieces – is housed in a grade 5 titanium case, engraved with the anniversary theme. It stands out thanks to the same striking blue colour first featured on the LM101 MB&F x H. Moser especially created for Ahmed Seddiqi in 2020. The signature blue colour has been applied for this edition to the sub-dials, contrasting with the anthracite dial plate in the background.
The LM Perpetual Baguette Diamonds 75th Anniversary Seddiqi Limited Edition
The second 75th Anniversary edition – even more limited, with just 5 pieces – inaugurates a first for the Legacy Machine Perpetual series: a refined bezel set with 48 baguette-cut diamonds. The case is crafted in stainless steel, engraved with the 75th Anniversary message. Like its EVO counterpart, it also features the same signature blue colour but applied on the dial plate, with contrasting black sub-dials displaying the time, day of the week, month and date.
LEGACY MACHINE PERPETUAL IN DETAIL
CONVENTIONAL PERPETUAL CALENDARS
Created by Northern Irish watchmaker Stephen McDonnell and premiered in 2015, the LM Perpetual calibre was — and still is — one of the most innovative perpetual calendar systems to exist in modern watchmaking.
Conventional perpetual calendars are generally modules comprising the complication, which is fitted on top of an existing movement. The calendar indications are synchronised by a long lever running across the top of the complication and passing through the centre. As the date changes, this long lever transmits information to the appropriate components and mechanisms by moving backwards and forwards. This traditional system is extremely unwieldy, restricting movement construction in several key ways that would make something like Legacy Machine Perpetual a mechanical impossibility.
In the traditional system, perpetual calendars assume that, by default, all months have 31 days. At the end of months with fewer than 31 days, the mechanism quickly skips through the superfluous dates before arriving at the 1st of the new month. Any manipulation or adjustment of the date during changeover can result in damage to the mechanism, requiring expensive repairs. The dates can also jump or skip during changeover, negating the whole point of the perpetual calendar in the first place, which is not requiring adjustment for years. Or decades.
MECHANICAL PROCESSOR
Legacy Machine Perpetual uses a “mechanical processor” consisting of a series of superimposed disks. This revolutionary processor takes the default number of days in the month at 28 – because, logically, all months have at least 28 days – and then adds the extra days as required by each individual month. This ensures that each month has exactly the right number of days. There is no “skipping over” redundant days, and no possibility of the date jumping incorrectly.
Using a planetary cam, the mechanical processor also enables quick-setting of the year so that it displays correctly in the four-year leap year cycle, whereas traditional perpetual calendar mechanisms require the user to scroll through up to 47 months to arrive at the right month and year. The mechanical processor also enables an inbuilt safety feature that disconnects the quick-set pushers during the date changeover, eliminating any risk of damage
OPENING UP A NEW WORLD OF PERPETUAL CALENDAR AESTHETICS
Legacy Machine Perpetual takes advantage of its fully integrated movement to place the perpetual calendar mechanism on top of the movement main plate so that it can be appreciated from above. Legibility is often an issue with perpetual calendars due to the sheer number of indications, and LM Perpetual addresses this by using skeletonised subdials (except for the time indication) that appear to float above the complication with no apparent support from below.
In yet another innovation, Legacy Machine Perpetual uses what is likely to be the world’s longest balance wheel pinion to connect that elegantly suspended balance, hovering above the top of the movement, to the escapement on the back of the movement.
Two Limited Editions
– LM Perpetual EVO limited to 7 pieces with signature blue sub-dials;
– LM Perpetual Baguette Diamonds limited to 5 pieces with signature blue dial plate.
Engine
Fully integrated perpetual calendar developed for MB&F by Stephen McDonnell, featuring dial-side complication and mechanical processor system architecture with inbuilt safety mechanism. Manual winding with double mainspring barrels.
Bespoke 14 mm balance wheel with traditional regulating screws visible on top of the movement. Superlative hand finishing throughout respecting 19th century style; internal bevel angles highlighting hand craft; polished bevels; Geneva waves; hand-made engravings.
Power reserve: 72 hours
Balance frequency: 18,000bph / 2.5Hz
Number of components: 581
Number of jewels: 41
EVO edition: screw-down crown and FlexRing annular dampener fitted between case and movement, providing shock protection along the vertical and lateral axes.
Functions/indications
Hours, minutes, day, date, month, retrograde leap year and power reserve indicators.
Case
EVO edition: grade 5 titanium
Baguette Diamonds edition: stainless steel with 48 baguette-cut 1.5-carat diamonds bezel.
Engraving: 75th Seddiqi anniversary engraving on the case-back.
Dimensions: 44 mm x 17.5 mm
Number of components: 70 (EVO edition) or 69 (Baguette edition)
Water resistance: 8ATM / 80m / 270 feet (EVO edition) or 30 m / 90′ / 3 ATM (Baguette edition)
Sapphire crystals
Sapphire crystals on top and display back treated with anti-reflective coating on both faces.
Strap & buckle
EVO edition: rubber strap with titanium folding buckle.
Baguette Diamonds edition: white hand-stitched alligator strap with stainless steel folding buckle.
MB&F – GENESIS OF A CONCEPT LABORATORY
Founded in 2005, MB&F is the world’s first-ever horological concept laboratory. With over 20 remarkable calibres forming the base of the critically acclaimed Horological and Legacy Machines, MB&F is continuing to follow Founder and Creative Director Maximilian Büsser’s vision of creating 3-D kinetic art by deconstructing traditional watchmaking.
After 15 years managing prestigious watch brands, Maximilian Büsser resigned from his Managing Director position at Harry Winston in 2005 to create MB&F – Maximilian Büsser & Friends. MB&F is an artistic and micro-engineering laboratory dedicated to designing and crafting small series of radical concept watches by bringing together talented horological professionals that Büsser both respects and enjoys working with.
In 2007, MB&F unveiled its first Horological Machine, HM1. HM1’s sculptured, three-dimensional case and beautifully finished engine (movement) set the standard for the idiosyncratic Horological Machines that have followed – all Machines that tell the time, rather than Machines to tell the time. The fiercely unconventional Horological Machines have explored themes as diverse as space and science fiction, aviation, supercars, the animal kingdom and architecture.
In 2011, MB&F launched its round-cased Legacy Machine collection. These more classical pieces – classical for MB&F, that is – pay tribute to nineteenth-century watchmaking excellence by reinterpreting complications from the great horological innovators of yesteryear to create contemporary objets d’art. Certain Legacy Machines have also given birth to EVO editions, featuring increased water and shock resistance compatible with collectors’ active lifestyles. MB&F generally alternates between launching contemporary, resolutely unconventional Horological Machines and historically inspired Legacy Machines.
As the F stands for Friends, it was only natural for MB&F to develop collaborations with artists, watchmakers, designers and manufacturers they admire.
This brought about two new categories: Performance Art and Co-creations. While Performance Art pieces are MB&F machines revisited by external creative talent, Co-creations are not wristwatches but other types of machines, engineered and crafted by unique Swiss Manufactures from MB&F ideas and designs. Many of these Co-creations, such as the clocks created with L’Epée 1839, tell the time while collaborations with Reuge and Caran d’Ache generated other forms of mechanical art.
To give all these machines an appropriate platform, Büsser had the idea of placing them in an art gallery alongside various forms of mechanical art created by other artists, rather than in a traditional storefront. This brought about the creation of the first MB&F M.A.D.Gallery (M.A.D. stands for Mechanical Art Devices) in Geneva, which would later be joined by the M.A.D.Gallery in Dubai – along with MB&F Labs, which showcase a more compact selection of artists in locations like Singapore, Taipei, Paris and Beverly Hills.
There have been distinguished accolades reminding us of the innovative nature of MB&F’s journey so far. To name a few, there have been no less than 9 awards from the famous Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève, including the ultimate prize: the “Aiguille d’Or”, which rewards the best watch of the year. In 2022, the LM Sequential EVO was awarded the Aiguille d’Or, while the M.A.D.1 RED won the ‘Challenge’ category. In 2021, LMX won the Best Men’s Complication and the LM SE Eddy Jaquet ‘Around The World in Eighty Days’ was awarded in the ‘Artistic Crafts’ category. In 2019, the prize for Best Ladies Complication went to the LM FlyingT; in 2016, LM Perpetual won the Best Calendar Watch award; in 2012, Legacy Machine No.1 was awarded both the Public Prize (voted for by horology fans) and the Best Men’s Watch Prize (voted for by the professional jury). In 2010, MB&F won Best Concept and Design Watch for the HM4 Thunderbolt. In 2015 MB&F received a Red Dot: Best of the Best award – the top prize at the international Red Dot Awards – for the HM6 Space Pirate.
ABOUT AHMED SEDDIQI
Driven by the vision of its founder, Mr. Ahmed Qassim Seddiqi, and the passion of the Seddiqi family, Ahmed Seddiqi has established its legacy across luxury retail over the years.
The first Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons boutique opened in Bur Dubai in 1950.
Since then, the retail footprint has expanded to a network of boutiques across the UAE.
Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons is recognised as a pioneer amongst retailers in the region, led by its commitment to service excellence, horology expertise, portfolio curation, and creating unique experiences for its customers.
Their craftsmanship is not just something that they sell, it is fundamental to who they are as a company. Their technical expertise, gained over generations, gave them an intricate mechanical knowledge of watches and jewellery. From detailed watch servicing to understanding movements inside and out, they do blend the meticulous skill of craftsmen with the refined taste of seasoned retailers.
As Ahmed Seddiqi celebrates its 75 years anniversary, the company unveiled a refreshed identity that honours its legacy while looking into the future. Subtle yet purposeful changes reflect who they are today: a house of heritage, expertise, and evolving elegance.
ABOUT DUBAI WATCH WEEK
Founded in 2015 by Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons, Dubai Watch Week is a global platform dedicated to preserving watchmaking culture, fostering education, and facilitating creative dialogue. The event brings together collectors, brands, artisans, and the public in an open celebration of horology.
The seventh edition will be held from 19–23 November 2025 at Burj Park, presented under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
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.
Jaeger-LeCoultre brings contemporary allure to one of its classical, signature complications with a new interpretation of the Master Control Calendar. The grained dial in two shades of grey pays a subtle homage to the sector dials of the mid-20th century, while offering a contemporary interpretation of a classic design. Powered by Calibre 866, the new model will be offered in a limited edition of 500 pieces.
Inspired by two Historic References
Renowned for the triple calendar moon-phase movements that it developed in the 1940s, and that were adopted by several other leading Maisons, Jaeger-LeCoultre introduced a new version of the complication in 2020 as part of the relaunched Master Control collection. 50 years after creating its first triple calendar movements, Jaeger-LeCoultre launched the Master Control Collection in 1992, naming it after its pioneering ‘1000 Hours Control’ certification. The certification protocol, which set a new standard at the time by testing the entire cased-up watch, has continually evolved in response to technological advances. The Collection also established its own aesthetic codes, defined by technical rigour and stylistic restraint, reinterpreting the classic round watches of the 1950s to create a timeless yet contemporary elegance.
A distinctive new visual approach
The classical triple calendar complication – also known as a complete calendar – shows the day, date, month, and moon-phases, with the days and months in the upper half of the dial, the moon-phase in the lower part and the dates marked around the periphery, indicated by a hand.
Key Facts:
• Contemporary allure: a new two-tone and grained sector dial which creates a distinctive aesthetic, presented in a limited edition of 500 pieces
• A signature complication: inspired by the Maison’s renowned Triple Calendar movements of the 1940s
• A high-performing movement: the Calibre 866 delivers a 70-hour power reserve and a complete calendar, featuring a jumping date hand that ensures an unobstructed view of the moon-phase indication
The two-tone effect of the new grained dial creates a visually compelling and highly legible version of this classical layout, with indications divided into distinct sections defined by alternating shades of light and dark grey. In the lighter-toned centre, the day and month windows are positioned at the top, with black decal indications on white discs. In the lower part of the central area, the moon phase display is contained within the small seconds sub-dial. Set against a blue sky dotted with stars, the polished moon subtly reflects the dark grey hue of the ring displaying the hours. Outside the hour circle, the minutes chapter ring is light grey, while the outermost circle displays the date against a dark grey background. The contrast between the light and dark greys is amplified by the way the grained texture of the dial absorbs and reflects the light differently, according to the shade of grey. Small flashes of red on the date indications around the dial and on the date hand add a discreet touch of contrast. The new dial retains all the other design codes of the Master Control collection: the elongated triangular applied indexes, complemented by Arabic numerals at 12, 3, and 9; the faceted Dauphine hands, polished on one side and brushed on the other; and the finely balanced, classical layout of the indications. Completing the signature aesthetic, the 40 mm Master Control case features refined finishes – polished on the bezel and the top of the lugs, and finely brushed along the sides, exuding a relaxed and understated elegance.
The in-house mechanical movement
Equipped with the Manufacture’s calendar movement Calibre 866, the Master Control Calendar displays hours, minutes, seconds, complete calendar and moon-phase indications. The high-performance selfwinding movement offers a power reserve of 70 hours. Calibre 866 introduces an original and fascinating new variation to the traditional format of dates marked around the outer periphery and indicated by a hand. In homage to the beauty of the moon-phase, the date hand is fitted with a rapid-gliding feature, signalled by red arrows on the date ring. Once a month, between the 15th and the 16th, the red-tipped date hand leaps swiftly across the 90 degrees that separate the two dates, ensuring that the moon-phase display is never obscured. With the Master Control Calendar, Jaeger-LeCoultre builds upon its legacy of innovation and accomplishment in a continuing evolution of technical expertise and creative design. The new dial pays homage to one of the Maison’s signature complications, reimagining its aesthetic for the 21st century.
Technical Characteristics: Master Control Calendar
Case: Stainless steel Dimensions: 40 mm x 10.95 mm Calibre: Self-winding Manufacture Calibre 866 Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, month, day, date, moon-phase Power Reserve: 70 hours Dial: Two-tone grey grained Water resistance: 5 bar Strap: Black calfskin, interchangeable Buckle: Interchangeable double folding clasp Reference: Q4148450 Limited Edition: 500 pieces
Her name is Catrina. She is one of the very few female incarnations of death in the Mexican Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos). Jaquet Droz has adopted this unusual, exuberant and disruptive character in line with its own approach to master craftsmanship. The result is a unique piece in red gold that exhibits a mastery of micro-painting, paillonné and grand feu enamel, for the benefit of a single collector.
A web of mythology surrounds it. It is not known precisely what year she was born. 1912? 1913? This calavera, the emblematic figure of the Mexican Day of the Dead, seems to have sprung from the imagination of an illustrator. And while the first female calaveras appeared in 1889, it was not until 1930 that this one was given her official name – Catrina. The great lady has spanned the decades with consummate ease. Now, a century later, she has crossed continents to appear at the Jaquet Droz workshops in La Chaux-de-Fonds.
With this unique piece, Jaquet Droz is demonstrating its independence. Not to mention its audacity. By moving away from the masculine clichés of the skull, Catrina offers a neo-romantic vision of the Mexican floral. Contrary to custom, here we see a richly coloured figure surrounded by a wreath of flowers. In keeping with the naturalist spirit that has inspired it for nearly three centuries, Jaquet Droz has appropriated this dazzling floral myth of Mexican culture.
The figure of Catrina occupies the right two thirds of the dial. It’s all about the details: the two whites divided between the face and the smile, with two different levels of contrast, the minute variations in pink and violet, the shades of the gold dots with the two hands in red gold, and the green, sometimes bright and clear, sometimes dark and threatening.
This contrast is underscored by the diversity of craftsmanship on display. Catrina’s head is in micro-paint, but the floral base on the left of the dial is in grand feu enamel. The foliage is hand-engraved on a 1.1 mm thick gold dial. Each leaf has a different depth, and is filled with enamel powder and fired several times.
In this case, the gold dots are not hand-painted, but rather paillons. The technique, which Jaquet Droz has been using for nearly three centuries, consists of capturing tiny hand-chiselled motifs in gold leaf under a thin layer of invisible varnish. In the same spirit, the lightness of the freehand micro-painting contrasts with the watchmaking rigour of the tourbillon visible at 12 o’clock. Within its ocular orbit, it features a high-precision mechanism with an 8-day power reserve. The choice of a flying tourbillon, with no upper bridge, offers a bird’s-eye view of the watch’s regulating organ. This ballet, orchestrated to the micron, offers a precise measurement of time in defiance of Catrina – herself unconcerned with the whole concept – and with a rigour to which she seems oblivious.
On the back, this great lady of Dia de los Muertos asserts her femininity with a final flourish that is only visible to collectors. Its mother-of-pearl oscillating weight is decorated with two gold star appliques edged with multicoloured foliage. Created entirely by hand by Jaquet Droz artists, the Catrina Skull in a 39 mm red gold is a model for a unique collector.
“It is essential not to depart from the genuine.” — Louis Moinet
“When we think about measuring time, what is genuine to that art is accuracy, exactness and reliability. This quest for precision guided the work of the great watchmaker Louis Moinet. Today, this quest has found a new echo with the 1806, a chronometer certified by the Geneva Astronomical Observatory. A timepiece that also reminds us that astronomy and watchmaking have been intimately linked for centuries. In fact, it was Louis Moinet’s desire to measure the movement of the stars that paved the way for modern chronometry.” – Jean-Marie Schaller, CEO & Creative Director
A pioneer of chronometry
Louis Moinet dedicated his life and talent to a very ambitious goal: the precise, scientific measurement of time. His invention of the first-ever chronograph ushered in the era of high frequency, achieving a phenomenal rate of 30 Hz, which was essential for measuring the tierce, or 60th of a second. As president of the Chronometric Society in Paris, he brought together the era’s greatest scientists and watchmakers in their shared pursuit of precision. He later crowned his achievements by presenting a chronometer with several important complications at the 1851 Universal Exhibition in London.
Thus, guided by the quest of exact measurement, Louis Moinet laid the foundations of modern chronometry and became its most illustrious pioneer.
The 1806 chronomètre d’Observatoire
Since its founding in 1772, the Geneva Astronomical Observatory has been the historic home of Swiss chronometric certification. It perpetuates the tradition of precision contests that marked the nineteenth century.
The new Louis Moinet timepiece, the 1806, has been certified as an observatory chronometer and is thus a part of that tradition. To obtain this designation, each 1806 movement undergoes fifteen days of trials, during which it is tested in different positions and subjected to various temperature variations. The results of these tests provide proof of the chronometer’s precision and reliability.
Historic roots, contemporary look
Inspired by history’s very first chronograph, the 1806 case draws attention with its understated power. Its Directoire-style semi-bassine silhouette, highlighted by the double gadroon, combines the sobriety of the historical lines with the contemporary lightness of polished and satin-finished grade 5 titanium. The crown, engraved with a fleur-de-lys, pays homage to the French town of Bourges, Louis Moinet’s birthplace.
The rhodium-plated dial seems alive thanks to a subtle interplay of satin and bead-blasted finishes. The classic, highly readable numerals convey the rigour of a genuine scientific instrument. The small seconds dial at nine o’clock in the same bead-blasted decor is offset by a polished circular frame, accentuating the depth and clarity of the display.
The minute chapter is arranged on a peripheral flange with a circular satin finish. It is punctuated by twelve blackened nickel cabochons and four blued steel screws, a crucial detail that further evokes the historical roots of this timepiece.
The 1806 dial showcases how traditional watchmaking fits in with a modern look. Classic elements pay homage to the original: the name Louis Moinet appears in its historic typography, while Chronomètre d’Observatoire is displayed in the same font used for the hour numerals.
The slender, openworked hands in blued steel maintain the visual clarity that defined Louis Moinet’s original timepieces, while their tips, enhanced with modern SLN luminous material, guarantee immediate legibility in any light. The fine seconds hand stands out with its circular openworked counterweight—a detail that bridges historical craftsmanship with contemporary precision. At the dial’s centre, the ruby-set barrel, flanked by two polished screws, adds a technical accent that is both rigorous and refined.
The sapphire crystal caseback reveals an automatic movement certified as an “Observatory chronometer.” Its circular-grained plate serves as a backdrop to the openworked, gilded rotor designed in a purposefully clean, modern, style. As it spins, it reveals the movement’s individual number, guaranteeing authentication and official certification. The four engraved symbols on the caseback represent the company’s core values: exclusivity, creativity, artistry, and design.
As for the bracelet, it was given the name “BRIDGE project.” It is the first grade 5 titanium bracelet by Louis Moinet and takes its name from the distinctive wide links that recall a stylised bridge. It is resolutely contemporary, thanks to a unique design, and was conceived as a seamless extension of the case. Each link seems to flow fluidly into the next, enabling the bracelet to hug the wrist naturally without disrupting the watch’s balance. The alternating satin-finished and polished surfaces create a sculptural ensemble that is both graceful and ergonomic.
1806: The prestigious origin
Louis Moinet creations carry extraordinary stories within them, both through the technical advances they embody and the distinguished personalities for whom they were intended. Some were conceived as exceptional commissions, such as the clock created for Napoleon in 1806—a landmark work whose date now inspires the name of this new timepiece.
To wear the 1806 “Observatory chronometer” is to continue a story that has been evolving for more than two centuries…
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Model :1806
Case & Bracelet
Material: Polished and satin-brushed grade 5 titanium | Sapphire crystal
with double-sided anti-reflective treatment
Hands: Hour and minute: blued steel, facetted and openworked, with luminescent material. Blued steel second hand with circular openworked counterweight
HUBLOT ANNOUNCES NFL SUPERSTAR PATRICK MAHOMES AS A BRAND AMBASSADOR, BRINGING HIS RECORD-BREAKING LEGACY TO THE WORLD OF HIGH-END WATCHMAKING
Hublot, the Luxury Swiss watchmaker renowned for its bold designs and unparalleled craftsmanship, is pleased to announce three-time Super Bowl Champion and Quarterback of the Kansas City Chiefs, Patrick Mahomes as its newest brand ambassador. As one of the most disruptive and dynamic figures in modern sports, Mahomes embodies the spirit of innovation and excellence that Hublot celebrates around its timepieces and partnerships.
Patrick Mahomes said, “Partnering with Hublot is an honor—it’s a brand that understands the value of timeliness, precision, and also performance. I’m proud to be a part of a legacy that was built on mastering time with style”
A Game Changer in the World of Sports
Known for his exceptional athleticism and ability to perform under pressure, Mahomes has already broken multiple records and led his team to historic victories, including three Super Bowl championships and two-time MVP honors, to name a few. His innovative playing style and leadership on and off the field have redefined the quarterback position, making him a true game changer in the world of sports.
Much like Hublot, Patrick Mahomes redefines precision and performance—challenging norms and pushing boundaries with every throw, every game, and every season. He is the only quarterback in history to throw for over 5,000 yards in both college and the NFL in a single season. Mahomes reached 300 career touchdown passes faster than any quarterback in league history, holds the record for the most total yards in a single NFL season, and became the youngest QB to start in four Super Bowls. With three Super Bowl titles and two league MVPs already to his name, Mahomes isn’t just playing the game—he’s transforming it. His relentless pursuit of greatness aligns seamlessly with Hublot’s commitment to performance, culture, and style. Mahomes embodies passionate singularity—a rare fusion of talent, vision, and unyielding ambition that sets him apart as one of the most electrifying athletes of his generation. Beyond his athletic achievements, he shares a deep appreciation for the art of horology, innovation, and staying ahead of the curve, making this collaboration a natural and powerful match.
Excellence and Record-Breaking Ambition
Hublot has long been associated with excellence in the world of sports, having collaborated with some of the greatest athletes of all time, including Usain Bolt, Novak Djokovic, Kylian Mbappé, amongst others. Together, Mahomes and Hublot will continue to break records, inspire greatness, and elevate the standard of what it means to be the best both on and off the field.
“There are good players. Great players. And then, there’s Patrick Mahomes! Patrick is a true champion who represents everything that Hublot stands for. He is a leader, he has a vision, he brought a new style of playing for the beauty of the game, all of this with confidence, passion and instinct. At Hublot we recognize that mindset: a relentless pursuit of excellence, the courage to take risks and do it differently than others, and the dedication to continually break new ground. I have no doubt we’re up to great things next to Patrick and I can’t wait that together we will inspire billions around the world” stated Julien Tornare, Hublot CEO.
BIG BANG 20TH ANNIVERSARY – A CELEBRATION OF THE BIG BANG REVOLUTIONARY MINDSET
In 2005 the Big Bang marked the advent of a new era in watchmaking, more closely attuned than ever to the privileges of its name. Few timepieces have transformed contemporary watchmaking like the Big Bang. Twenty years after its launch, it remains the incarnation of a Manufacture that constantly pushes the boundaries of the unknown. Through exclusive materials and in-house movements, led by the Unico and the Meca-10, the Big Bang breaks with tradition —a notion it has never completely embraced. Singular for its bold aesthetic, plural for its versatility, this is the Big Bang.
A symbol of harmony, power and metamorphosis, the Chinese dragon embodies the balance between strength and wisdom. This mythical inspiration has been brought to life by the brand through the alchemy of materials, craftsmanship and art. To celebrate this cornerstone of Chinese culture, Jaquet Droz is unveiling the Tourbillon Skelet Red Gold – Dragon Mask, a unique piece combining the skills of master craftsmen and watchmakers to set this legendary heritage within the beating of time.
The dragon seems to emerge from the dial, as if plucked straight from a legend. With its long horns, curled whiskers and sharp fangs, its face comes to life, capturing the light in every detail. Carved and engraved by hand in an alloy of white, yellow and red gold, each curve has been sculpted with extreme precision. The age-old creature finds refuge here, in an 18-karat red gold case, measuring 41 mm in diameter and 13 mm thick. The full force of the myth is captured in the perfect lines of this timepiece, ready to transmit its power to the wearer.
Every detail of the mask has been meticulously crafted by hand: from the engraving and sculpture to the micro-painting and gem-setting… this piece took nearly a year to design and it is the fruit of more than 200 hours of work involving all of Jaquet Droz’s master craftsmen and watchmakers. Carved from a solid block of gold, engraved on both sides and then applied to a decorated background, the mask appears to float over the movement.
Jaquet Droz also used a specific cut of precious stones, including cabochon-cut emeralds, in a bezel setting. Blending into the material, they accentuate its power and maximise the intensity of the dragon’s gaze. This newly-acquired cutting-edge expertise opens up a whole new field of expression, further enhancing the creative autonomy of the Jaquet Droz workshops.
“Bringing together so much expertise to create this unique piece was a real feat that posed challenges both on a human and a technical level. This art watch is the result of a collective adventure, in which every detail has been studied, debated and refined, to reach a level of execution and harmony that pushed our limits even further.” Project Manager, Jaquet Droz
The self-winding skeleton movement houses a flying tourbillon positioned at 12 o’clock, whose movement blends into the floral lines engraved on the back of the watch. Offering an exceptional eight-day power reserve, this Manufacture calibre combines spectacular aesthetics with mechanical excellence. The sapphire back reveals the oscillating weight engraved with the words “ONE MORE”, a nod from Jaquet Droz to its collector, extending the narrative universe to the heart of the movement.
The result of a close dialogue between a collector and Jaquet Droz’s master craftsmen, this piece was custom-made, with every detail studied, refined and brought to its ultimate expression. An art watch that fully embodies Jaquet Droz’s philosophy of the Unique: bringing an intimate vision to life to create a work that truly reflects its owner, where art and watchmaking merge until we no longer know where the craftsmanship ends and time begins.
At Jaquet Droz, the dragon does not breathe fire, but beauty, power and sublimity. And in the hollow of a dial, a legend is crafted, bespoke and unique; a new alliance forged between heritage and innovation.
“Create your own. As unique as you are”
NUMERUS CLAUSUS: Unique piece
REFERENCE: J0135230091
DESCRIPTION
18-karat white, yellow and red gold dial, hand-engraved and hand-painted, set with emerald cabochons
18-karat red gold case.
Self-winding skeleton tourbillon movement.
Power reserve of 8 days.
Diameter 41 mm.
MOVEMENT
Jaquet Droz 2625 SQ, self-winding skeleton tourbillon movement, black treatment, silicon balance spring and pallet horns, single barrel, 18-karat red gold oscillating weight
Customized engraving on the oscillating weight
INDICATIONS
Off-centered hours and minutes at 6 o’clock
Tourbillon frame and off-centered seconds at 12 o’clock
JEWELING
30 jewels
POWER RESERVE
8 days
FREQUENCY
21,600 v.p.h.
CASE
18-karat red gold case
Diameter 41 mm
Height 13.36 mm
WATER RESISTANCE
Up to 3 bar (30 metres)
DIAL
18-karat white, yellow and red gold dial, hand-engraved and hand-painted, set with emerald cabochons
HANDS
18-karat red gold
STRAP
Rubber strap
CLASP
18-karat red gold folding clasp
TOTAL CARAT WEIGHT/DIAMONDS/COLORED STONES
0.20 carats / Emerald
Since its inception in 1994, the IMPERIALE collection has embodied Chopard’s vision of regal elegance and horological excellence. In 2025, this iconic collection welcomes a new chapter with the introduction of a poetic complication: the IMPERIALE Four Seasons, a timepiece that captures the eternal rhythm of nature through the artistry of watchmaking.
At the heart of this creation lies a rotating disc that completes a full revolution over 365 days, evoking the gentle cycle of the seasons. Crafted in painted textured mother-of-pearl marquetry, this miniature tableau is a moving landscape, shifting subtly with time. The disc is ingeniously indexed to the hour hand — a seamless fusion of mechanical ingenuity and poetic expression.
The dial is a masterpiece of craftsmanship. Its upper half is adorned with ethical 18-carat white gold lace, sculpted into the delicate silhouette of a lotus flower — a recurring motif in the IMPERIALE collection, also echoed in the shape of the crown. Satin-finished gold petals with polished veins create a striking contrast of textures, while the lower dial reveals a painted mother-of-pearl marquetry gradient that evokes the changing hues of the natural world.
The 18-carat white gold case, bezel and crown are adorned with diamonds, enhancing the timepiece’s luminous presence.
Inside this radiant creation beats the L.U.C 96.31-L movement — a self-winding mechanical calibre equipped with the exclusive Four Seasons module. Comprising 227 components, it offers a generous 65-hour power reserve – thanks to Chopard Twin Technology – and is entirely developed and assembled in-house, a testament to Chopard’s vertical integration and horological savoir-faire.
The IMPERIALE Four Seasons is delivered with four interchangeable alligator leather straps, each reflecting the palette of a different season, allowing the wearer to harmonise their timepiece with the world around them.
Issued in a limited edition of 25 pieces, this creation is more than a timepiece – it is a lyrical celebration of time, nature, and Chopard’s enduring artistry.
IMPERIALE
In ethical 18-carat white gold
Exclusively in Chopard boutiques
Case:
Ethical 18 carat white gold
Total diameter 36.00 mm
Thickness 12.10 mm
Water resistance 50 metres
Diamond-set bezel, crown, lugs and lug-covers in ethical 18-carat white gold
Glare-proofed sapphire crystal
Exhibition back
Movement:
Mechanical self-winding movement L.U.C 96.31-C
Number of components 227
Total diameter 28.40 mm
Thickness 5.55 mm
Number of jewels 36
Frequency 28,800 vph (4Hz)
Power reserve 65 hours
Two barrels – Chopard Twin technology
Winding via a tungsten alloy micro-rotor
Dial and hands:
Dial in ethical 18-carat white gold set with diamonds featuring a rotating disc in textured mother-of-pearl marquetry in seasonal colors
Gilded openworked dagger-shaped hours and minutes hands
Functions and displays:
Central display of the hours and minutes
Four seasons
Strap and buckle:
Seamless alligator leather strap in orange, blue, green or yellow, interchangeable system
Buckle in ethical 18-carat white gold
Ref. 385394-1001 – in ethical 18-carat white gold
Exclusively in Chopard boutiques
The Classics Carrée Automatic collection takes us back to its original era, the roaring 1920s, which unveiled a stylistic audacity whose influence is still perceptible today. Extremely refined, these rose gold-plated or stainless steel timepieces exhibit a minimalist style with baton indexes, dauphine hands, and date. The dial with its subtle guilloché motif lends the Classics Carrée Automatic a rare elegance for collectors with a discerning eye for aesthetics.
The Classics Carrée line, launched in 2003, thus seized the potential of its unique format, bringing the shape to life as the line evolved: with the introduction of an XL model and the celebrated ‘Heart Beat’ escapement aperture for which Frédérique Constant is renowned.
Today the Classics Carrée Automatic has been further refined, and significantly so. The first major change: the Heart Beat aperture has now been closed, once again concealing the well-kept secret of the timepiece’s Swiss Made mechanism. The face of a new sleeker dial is revealed. The large Roman numerals give way to applied indexes, with a double index at 12 o’clock. This timeless style is much closer to the aesthetic canons of the 1920s.
Yet at 6 o’clock, a discreet additional complication recalls the necessities of everyday life. This new date aperture echoes the rectangular line of the case. It is surrounded with a frame in the same finish as the case, which is also echoed by the indexes.
The centre of the dial concentrates the most refined finishes. This rectangle, mirroring the proportions of the 30.4 mm x 33.3 mm case, is surrounded by a ‘railroad’ type dial-train typical of the 1920s and the Art Deco movement that flourished during that period. It is decorated with very fine grooves, visible only to the eye of its owner.
This subtlety provides a better contrast to the interplay of the three hands. The hour and minute hands are fashioned in the dauphine style, a silhouette also characteristic of the last century. This simple, refined shape allows time to be read accurately in all situations due to two facets oriented at two different angles, such that one of them always catches the light. Everything is regulated at 3 o‘clock via an onion crown, as was found on almost all watches up to the middle of the last century.
About Frédérique Constant
Frédérique Constant is a Swiss watch manufacture based in Geneva. The company was founded in 1988 by an independent entrepreneur couple, Aletta and Peter Stas, in order to offer quality Swiss watches at affordable prices and make Swiss Made luxury watchmaking more accessible.
Frédérique Constant designs, develops, assembles, and tests a wide variety of timepieces — mechanical watches, quartz watches, and smartwatches — at its 6,200-m2 manufacture in Plan-les-Ouates (GE). To date, Frédérique Constant has designed 30 manufacture calibres, including haute complications such as the Tourbillon, Perpetual Calendar, Flyback Chronograph, and a revolutionary escapement that is unprecedented in watchmaking: the Monolithic. Made from a single piece of silicon — replacing the 26 components of a standard assortment — it oscillates at a frequency of 40 Hz, ten times faster than most mechanical movements.
In 2015, Frédérique Constant launched the Horological Smartwatch, the first Swiss Made smartwatch with a traditional look. The Classic Hybrid Manufacture followed in 2018, combining a mechanical manufacture movement with smart capabilities. The Vitality Smartwatch line was introduced in 2020, equipped with an advanced integrated heart rate sensor. That same year, Frédérique Constant revived its Highlife collection, with a redesigned case and an integrated interchangeable strap. This was followed in 2021 by the Slimline Monolithic Manufacture, with its very high-frequency monobloc escapement, and later the Highlife collection for women.
Frédérique Constant currently has nearly 3,000 sales outlets in 120 countries around the world. In 2016, the Frédérique Constant Group (Frédérique Constant, Alpina Watches, Ateliers deMonaco) joined the Japanese Citizen Group to pursue its international development and nurture new collaborations.
Rarely has solid gold felt so supple and light on the wrist. The Perpetual 1908 in 18 ct yellow gold is now available on a bracelet fashioned entirely in this precious metal. An innovative geometry endows this seven-piece link bracelet with refinement and comfort in all-round elegance.
Rolex has unveiled a new metal bracelet, named Settimo, created exclusively for the Perpetual 1908 and presented on a version of the watch in 18 ct yellow gold with an intense white dial.
Refined, supple and comfortable, this completely new bracelet composed of rows of seven very small links is entirely polished, producing a sparkle of reflected light. Evoking the jewellery-inspired bracelets that graced some elegant vintage watches, its design captures the essence of the Perpetual collection, conceived by Rolex as a tribute to watchmaking tradition. It is fitted with a concealed Crownclasp, ensuring seamless visual harmony across its surface.
The 1908 is equipped with calibre 7140, a movement at the forefront of watchmaking technology, enabling the watch to display the small seconds as well as the hours and minutes. Calibre 7140 features bridges decorated with Rolex Côtes de Genève and a cut-out oscillating weight.
Like all Rolex watches, the Perpetual 1908 carries the Superlative Chronometer certification, which ensures excellent performance on the wrist.
CLASSIC AND CONTEMPORARY
Inspired by one of the first Rolex watches fitted with the Perpetual rotor, the 1908 belongs to the Perpetual collection. Launched in 2023, this collection is a reinterpretation of traditional horological style imbued with the brand’s quintessential expertise and aesthetic heritage. This elegant and understated watch was named ‘1908’ in homage to the year Hans Wilsdorf devised the name ‘Rolex’ to sign his creations and registered the brand in Switzerland. The 1908 is defined by its design, which conveys the full strength of the watch’s character in the simplicity of the display, and by details that confer its unique identity. It perfectly embodies the spirit of the Perpetual collection, at whose core lies the celebration of the art of watchmaking in its noblest form.
The 1908 features a sleek dial graced with Arabic numerals 3, 9 and 12 and faceted index hour markers. The hour hand is Breguet-style, while the minute hand is shaped like a two-edged sword. Above the small seconds counter at 6 o’clock, the words ‘Superlative Chronometer’ are inscribed in an arc shape.
THE ELEGANCE OF THE CASE
The 1908 is housed in a 39 mm case, with graceful lines and a transparent back that allows the detailed aesthetics of the movement to be admired as well as the pivoting of the oscillating weight. The curve of the middle case lugs is highlighted thanks to a gentle chamfering on their top edges, while the bezel is divided – the lower part embellished with elegant fluting and the upper part domed. Made of virtually scratchproof sapphire, the domed crystal and the transparent case back benefit from an anti-reflective coating. Guaranteed waterproof to a depth of 50 metres (165 feet), the case provides optimal protection for the movement nestled inside, and on the version presented, it is crafted in 18 ct yellow gold.
CALIBRE 7140
The 1908 is driven by calibre 7140, a movement entirely developed and manufactured by Rolex that was released in 2023 for the launch of this model, which it exclusively equips. A distillation of technology, this self-winding mechanical movement delivers outstanding performance, particularly in terms of precision, power reserve, convenience and reliability. Calibre 7140 demonstrates carefully finished aesthetics, notably on the bridges, which feature Rolex Côtes de Genève – a decoration that differs from traditional Côtes de Genève for the slight polished groove between each band.
Calibre 7140 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 also includes the patented Syloxi hairspring, produced by Rolex. This silicon hairspring has a patented geometry that ensures the calibre’s regularity in any position. The oscillator is mounted on the patented high-performance Paraflex shock absorbers, designed by the brand, which increase the movement’s shock resistance. The oscillating weight is fashioned in yellow gold and cut out.
Calibre 7140 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 66 hours.
SETTIMO BRACELET
The 1908 version presented is fitted on a Settimo bracelet. This new metal bracelet, fashioned from 18 ct yellow gold, exudes refinement and elegance. It gently hugs the shape of the wrist, making it extremely comfortable to wear. Thanks to its links made up of seven very small, slightly contoured link elements, polished on every surface, it also feels particularly lightweight. With a special system to attach it to the middle case, for which a patent has been filed, the Settimo bracelet is reserved for the 1908 model. It is furnished with a concealed folding Crownclasp.
SUPERLATIVE CHRONOMETER CERTIFICATION
Like all Rolex watches, the Perpetual 1908 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.
Perpetual 1908 Case reference: 52508
Bracelet reference: 13HC08 Settimo
Certification: Superlative Chronometer(COSC + Rolex certification after casing)
International five-year guarantee
Case
Measurements
– Diameter: 39 mm
– Thickness: 9.50 mm
– Lug width: 20 mm
Material
– 18 ct yellow gold
Middle case
– 18 ct yellow gold, polished finish
Bezel
– 18 ct yellow gold, domed and fluted
Case back
– 18 ct yellow gold and sapphire crystal
with anti-reflective coating
– Screw-down with fine fluting
Winding crown
– 18 ct yellow gold, domed
Crystal
– Scratch-resistant sapphire
with double anti-reflective coating,
domed
Waterproofness
– 50 metres (165 feet)
Movement
– Calibre 7140, Manufacture Rolex
– Mechanical movement with bidirectional
self-winding via Perpetual rotor
– Rolex Côtes de Genève decoration
– Oscillating weight in yellow gold
Precision
– −2/+2 sec./day, after casing
Functions
– Centre hour and minute hands,
small seconds hand at 6 o’clock
– Stop-seconds for exact time setting
Oscillator
– Frequency: 28,800 beats/hour (4 Hz)
– Syloxi hairspring in silicon
– Balance wheel with variable inertia
– High-precision regulating via two gold
Microstella nuts
– Traversing balance bridge
– High-performance Paraflex shock absorbers
Escapement
– Chronergy with optimized energy efficiency
– Paramagnetic nickel-phosphorus pallet fork
and escape wheel
Jewelling
– 38 rubies
Power reserve
– Approximately 66 hours
Dial
– Intense white, matt, fine satin finish
– 3, 9 and 12 numerals and faceted
index hour markers in 18 ct yellow gold
– Hands in 18 ct yellow gold
In the realm of haute horlogerie, few names command reverence quite like Franck Muller. Known as the “Master of Complications,” the maison is celebrated for pushing the boundaries of watchmaking design and mechanical ingenuity. Among its most mesmerizing creations stands the Double Mystery™ Collection—a timeless expression of elegance, mystery, and technical mastery.
At first glance, the watch is a vision of opulence: an 18k white gold case hand-set with over 440 brilliant-cut diamonds, shimmering from bezel to buckle. But it’s the dial that truly captivates. Traditional watch hands are nowhere to be seen—instead, time is indicated through two graceful rotating discs. The inner disc, small and centered, displays the hour, while the outer disc glides around the perimeter to mark the minutes. This seamless, almost hypnotic movement appears to float above the jeweled dial, earning the timepiece its enigmatic name.
A Movement Beyond Time
Powering the Double Mystery is the MVD 2800-MY, a bidirectional automatic movement crafted in-house. Comprising 217 meticulously finished components, it boasts a 42-hour power reserve and operates at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour. Every surface of the movement is a canvas for artisanal finishing: Geneva stripes on the bridges and rotor, circular satin brushing on the wheels, diamond polishing on the bevels, and perlage on the mainplate—each finish applied with precision and care.
This level of craftsmanship reflects Franck Muller’s dedication to preserving the traditions of fine watchmaking, even when they remain hidden beneath a sapphire crystal caseback.
Beauty in the Details
The case measures 39mm in diameter and is complemented by a hand-stitched alligator leather strap, exuding understated sophistication. The dial itself is a spectacle of luxury, set with 232 brilliant-cut diamonds (2.28 carats) and 14 colored gemstone indexes—a symphony of sapphires, rubies, and tsavorites adding both color and sparkle. Even the white gold buckle is adorned with 8 brilliant-cut diamonds, ensuring the piece dazzles from every angle.
More Than a Watch
The Double Mystery is not merely a time-telling instrument; it is a celebration of design, craftsmanship, and wonder. It speaks to collectors and connoisseurs who seek not just precision, but poetry in motion—those who appreciate that true luxury lies in the details, the artistry, and the emotion a timepiece evokes.
For those drawn to the rare and remarkable, the Franck Muller Double Mystery Collection is a watch that doesn’t just mark time—it mystifies it.
Explore the Double Mystery™ at FranckMuller.com
Where time becomes an experience beyond imagination.
Double Mystery Collection
One of the great Franck Muller classics – the Double MysteryTM is characterized by an innovative mechanism and highlighted by sparkling diamonds. The hands are replaced by discs ; the first one, small in the center, indicates the hour, whereas the second one, an outer disc, indicates the minutes.
Reference: 39 DM COL DRM D 1R CD
Functions: Hours and Minutes on two discs
Movement: MVD 2800-MY
Bidirectional automatic movement
42 hours power reserve
217 components
Diameter: Ø 26,2 mm. Thickness: 5,35 mm
Balance wheel frequency set to 28,800 vibrations per hour
Movement Decoration: Engraving on the bridges, mainplate and rotor Satin brushing on the bridges and rotor plate Perlage on the mainplate
Beveling on the rotor board
Diamond polishing on the sinks and bridge bevels
Sunray brushing on the bridges, rotor segment, bearing cage and barrel cover Circular satin brushing on the wheels
Snailing on the ratchets
Instructions: Dual-Position Crown: 1. Winding. 2. Setting the time
Case: Hand set with 206 brilliant-cut diamonds (5,22 carats) Water resistant up to 30 meters
Diameter: Ø 39 mm. Thickness: 10.05 mm
18k white gold case
Round case
Hand polished
Rhodium plating
Sapphire crystal
Dial: Hand set with 232 brilliant-cut diamonds (2,28 carats) and 14 indexes made of colored sapphires, rubies and tsavorites (0,98 carats)
Hand polished
Rhodium plating
Bracelet: Alligator strap
Buckle: Hand set with 8 brilliant-cut diamonds (0,06 carats) 18k white gold buckle
Rhodium plating
Double Mystery Collection
One of the great Franck Muller classics – the Double MysteryTM is characterized by an innovative mechanism and highlighted by sparkling diamonds. The hands are replaced by discs ; the first one, small in the center, indicates the hour, whereas the second one, an outer disc, indicates the minutes.
Reference: 39 DM D 1R CD
Functions: Hours and Minutes on two discs
Movement: MVD 2800-MY
Bidirectional automatic movement
42 hours power reserve
217 components
Diameter: Ø 26,2 mm. Thickness: 5,35 mm
Balance wheel frequency set to 28,800 vibrations per hour
Movement Decoration: Engraving on the bridges, mainplate and rotor Satin brushing on the bridges and rotor plate Perlage on the mainplate
Beveling on the rotor board. Diamond polishing on the sinks and bridge bevels
Sunray brushing on the bridges, rotor segment, bearing cage and barrel cover Circular satin brushing on the wheels
Snailing on the ratchets
Instructions: Dual-Position Crown: 1. Winding. 2. Setting the time
Case: Hand set with 206 brilliant-cut diamonds (5,22 carats) Water resistant up to 30 meters
Diameter: Ø 39 mm. Thickness: 10.05 mm
18k white gold case
Round case
Hand polished
Rhodium plating
Sapphire crystal
Dial: Hand set with 232 brilliant-cut diamonds (2,28 carats) and 14 baguette-cut indexes (0,98 carats)
Indexes made of baguette-cut yellow sapphires
Hand polished. Rhodium plating
Bracelet: Alligator strap
Buckle: Hand set with 8 brilliant-cut diamonds (0,06 carats) 18k white gold buckle
Rhodium plating
After 20 years of wild creativity, what if MB&F created an elegant 38mm watch?
The MB&F SP One, initially dubbed “Three Circles”, showcases a trinity of floating elements – the barrel, balance wheel, and dial – defying gravity on your wrist. These components appear to hover mysteriously at the centre of an amphitheatre, all visible through invisible sapphire domes, with the balance wheel performing a mid-air dance and the tilted dial highlighting MB&F’s clever conical gearing. The SP One is a mechanical marvel that turns your wrist into a stage for a captivating, gravity-defying performance.
Encased in a 38mm pebble-like shell, the SP One melds a smooth, tactile feel with a bezel-free design and delicately detached lugs. As MB&F’s slimmest and smallest watch, it nonetheless remains true to the brand’s signature three-dimensional architecture and boundary-pushing spirit. Somewhere between MB&F’s radical Horological Machines and more classic Legacy Machines, the SP One inaugurates a new, undefinable “Special Projects” collection.
To truly grasp the amphitheatre-like drama and unconventional flair of this project, let’s dig into its origin story.
Plunging the hand in the basket
When COVID hit, like many others MB&F thought it was the end. In this tumultuous time, the team decided it was important to dive into a basket of fun, dormant projects that had been on the back burner for years. The M.A.D.1 was one example of these whimsical ventures: initially planned to be a playful experiment to thank friends and family, it turned out to be the runaway success we know today. The following years were tinged with more success, marked by new releases, a collection of prestigious GPHG awards… Times were great.
But as MB&F owner and creative director Maximilian Büsser says, success can be toxic – leading to complacency, treating clients poorly, and stifling innovation. Instead of succumbing to these pitfalls, the team ramped up their creativity and plunged their hands deeper in the basket of dormant projects.
This surprising turn of events underscored a timeless truth for the brand: the unexpected can indeed work wonders. It was a bold reminder that the best business plans are the ones you never planned at all. This embodies the spirit of MB&F, which according to any management book, epitomizes doing everything wrong. No business plan, just a will to create the unexpected, going against the grain and revelling in the unconventional.
The basket brimming with special projects sketched over the years, seemingly senseless at the time, was full of wild ideas, flashes of intuition, and even sketches of skateboards and razors. It was a treasure trove of creativity. Max reached into the basket and picked out one project that best embodied the spirit of these special ventures.
This project, simply code-named Special Project One (SP One), was the chosen one.
Nothing classic about a classic
“We asked ourselves: what if we did what no one expected – an elegant, classical watch?” remembers Max. This was a risky move, much like the brand’s first Legacy Machine, or the M.A.D.1, or many other MB&F projects: zero market expectations, 100% risks.
“As creators, pride drives us. Pride doesn’t come from the easy path but from risking it all and potentially facing a huge setback”. The first sketch of the SP One, dating back to 2018, proves this ethos. Like all MB&F projects, it started with a sketch – quickly or “badly” drawn, as Max likes to say – but the essence of the design and specificity of the project were already there. Three circles resembling a smiley face hinted at the playful yet intricate journey ahead. The concept stemmed from this idea of a trinity: the barrel, the balance wheel, and the dial suspended in the case itself levitating on the wrist.
Yet, these early sketches were all about crafting a watch that whispered sophistication instead of shouting for attention. It needed to be subtly elegant, with a classic flair that set it apart from the usual MB&F boldness while keeping the brand’s roots alive. In other words, a hard-to-reach equilibrium.
This initial sketch was then refined and reworked with the help of famous watch designer and longtime MB&F Friend Eric Giroud. After numerous iterations, the concept seemed just right: it was then time for the engineers to take over, sketching and mapping the entire project with precision, care and plenty of head-scratching.
Levitating in a circle
Initially code-named “Three Circles,” the SP One movement is crafted around the three key elements of any mechanical watch: the barrel, the balance wheel, and the dial. Each component isn’t just there for show; they’re meant to feel like they’re floating in mid-air.
Thanks to the sapphire glass on both the front and back, these elements appear to defy gravity. However, it’s the thoughtful architecture of the movement that truly enhances this captivating levitation effect, creating a striking visual experience. Embracing the “less is more” mantra, the bridges are almost like magic, practically invisible. Most components are cleverly hidden beneath the three key elements, letting their beauty take centre stage. The fewer bridges, screws, and wheels, the better! In fact, trying to spot a screw from the front is like searching for a needle in a haystack, amplifying that stunning levitating effect.
Visually, the three elements have identical circumferences, adding complexity to the movement’s design. The single-barrel architecture is elegantly suspended, enhancing the levitation effect and presenting a genuine challenge for the movement designers. The balance wheel oscillates at 2 o’clock and captivates the wearer eyes like a flying saucer.
In Max’s imaginative world, everything seems to float, and the dial perfectly follows suit! Tilted just right to highlight MB&F’s expertise in conical gearing, this feature is a tricky feat to pull off while keeping it reliable. Rarely seen in watchmaking, it adds a wonderfully subtle three-dimensional flair that’s as intriguing as discreet.
This technically complex to achieve architecture reveals a simple and unique structure that makes understanding how a mechanical watch functions surprisingly straightforward.
Surrounding this movement is what Max playfully dubs the “amphitheatre”: a beautifully bevelled flange that channels the grandeur of Greco-Roman theatres, spotlighting the stunning intricacies of the movement like a gladiator in the arena.
Flip the SP One over, and you’ll uncover the other side of its arena, showcasing the meticulous hand finishing and overall attention to detail typical of MB&F – one of the rare watchmakers today perpetuating traditional hand finishing and artisanal craftsmanship.
The MB&F touch is unmistakably present in the SP One. Beyond the desire to surprise and take risks, it’s the meticulous attention to the movement that reveals the family ties. The complexity lies in maintaining finesse and elegance while preserving classic codes. All wheels are hand-angled, with prominent chatons, and the finish balance is subtle between satin, polished, and micro-blasted surfaces.
A satisfying pebble
Beyond the unconventional construction of the movement and traditional hand-finishing, the pebble case design further sets the SP One apart.
Despite being thin, this watch paradoxically boasts a three-dimensional presence. Imagine holding a perfectly-smooth pebble, polished by years in a riverbed: that’s the feel of the SP One. Its 38mm case, sleek like a spaceship and bezel-free, features sapphire glass that seamlessly blends front and back with the case. This design gives the watch a captivating floating effect also emphasized by its cleverly crafted lugs. A closer look reveals that they’re not directly attached to the upper case; instead, they rise elegantly from the lower case, creating a subtle yet distinct gap between each hand-polished lug and the upper section.
Overall, the SP One is as smooth to the touch as it looks, inviting you to run your fingers over its curves. It’s like a tiny UFO landed on your wrist, blending unconventional design with an organic, tactile sensation.
While the SP One is MB&F’s thinnest watch, it’s not about competing for the title of the slimmest watch in the world. Instead, it embodies a harmonious balance in design and proportions, prioritizing elegance and artistry over mere thinness to achieve true equilibrium.
The term “equilibrium” perfectly captures the essence of this Special Project. It breaks conventions while staying true to the brand’s core identity and traditional craftsmanship, all while exploring new avenues.
In essence, a classical MB&F that has nothing classical about it.
SP ONE – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
SP One launches in two editions: platinum with a sky-blue bevelled flange and rose gold with an anthracite bevelled flange.
Engine
SP One movement developed in-house by MB&F, featuring signature balance wheel and inclined time dial.
Manual winding mainspring barrel
72 hours power reserve
Superlative hand finishing; internal bevel angles highlighting handcraft; polished bevels; hand-made engravings, anthracite bridges (ruthenium finish).
Black DLC inclined dial
Balance frequency: 2.5Hz (18,000 vph)
Number of components: 191
Number of jewels: 31
Functions
Hours and minutes on inclined dial at 6 o’clock
Case
Material: platinum 950 or 18K rose gold
Dimensions: diameter 38mm x height 12mm
Lug-to-lug: 41.9mm
Number of components: 19
Water resistance: 30m / 3ATM / 100 feet
Sapphire crystals on top and display back treated with anti-reflective coating
Strap & buckle
Calfskin strap with white gold or rose gold pin buckle
Lug width: 18mm
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.
The perfect match
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.
Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master II
Case reference
126729 VTNR
Bracelet reference
79209 Oyster
Category
Oyster Perpetual Professional
Certification
Superlative Chronometer (COSC + Rolex certification after casing)
International five-year guarantee
Case
Oyster (monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown)
Safety
Integral crown guard Measurements
Measurements
Diameter: 40 mm
Thickness: 11.90 mm – Lug width: 20 mm
Material
18 ct white gold Middle case
18 ct white gold, satin finish with polished sides
Bezel
18 ct white gold, bidirectional rotatable
24-hour graduated monobloc two-colour
Cerachrom insert in green and black ceramic; moulded, recessed graduations and numerals coated with platinum via PVD (Physical Vapour Deposition)
Case back
18 ct white gold, solid, screw-down with fine fluting
Winding crown
Triplock in 18 ct white gold, screw-down, triple waterproofness system
Crystal
Scratch-resistant sapphire with anti-reflective coating
Cyclops lens over the date
with double anti-reflective coating
Waterproofness
100 metres (330 feet)
Movement Dial
Calibre 3285, Manufacture Rolex
Mechanical movement with bidirectional
self-winding via Perpetual rotor
Precision
−2/+2 sec./day, after casing Functions
Functions
Centre hour, minute and seconds hands – Local time via conventional hands,
independent rapid-setting of the hour hand
Reference time via additional 24-hour hand
Instantaneous date at 9 o’clock, secure setting via the hour hand
Stop-seconds for exact time setting
Oscillator
Frequency: 28,800 beats/hour (4 Hz)
Paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring – Rolex overcoil
Large balance wheel with variable inertia – High-precision regulating via four gold
Microstella nuts
Traversing balance bridge
High-performance Paraflex shock absorbers
Dial
Cerachrom in green ceramic
Hour markers in 18 ct white gold,
highly legible Chromalight (long-lasting
luminescence, blue glow)
Hands in 18 ct white gold,
highly legible Chromalight (long-lasting luminescence, blue glow)
Escapement
Chronergy with optimized energy efficiency – Paramagnetic nickel-phosphorus pallet fork and escape wheel
Jewelling
31 rubies
Power reserve
Approximately 70 hours
Bracelet
Oyster, three-piece solid links
18 ct white gold, polished centre links,
satin-finished outer links with polished edges;
ceramic inserts
Oysterlock folding safety clasp in
18 ct white gold
Easylink comfort extension link (approx. 5 mm)
