Cartier Didn’t Reinvent the Baignoire. They Refined It Perfectly.
In a time where many watches compete for attention through size and excess, Cartier chose restraint.
And that’s exactly why the new Baignoire Clou de Paris stands out.
The iconic oval silhouette remains untouched, but the addition of the Clou de Paris motif completely changes the watch’s presence. It gives the Baignoire texture, depth, and a sharper jewellery identity while preserving the elegance that has defined it since 1958.
Why This Watch Matters
Cartier Strengthened an Icon Instead of Changing It
The Baignoire has always been one of Cartier’s purest expressions of jewellery watchmaking. Rather than redesigning the case, Cartier focused on elevating what already made it timeless.
That decision makes this release feel confident and mature.
The Clou de Paris Motif Gives the Watch Real Character
The bracelet, case, and dial are entirely finished with the Clou de Paris pattern — a geometric texture deeply rooted in Cartier’s jewellery heritage.
It transforms the watch from minimal to sculptural without losing refinement.
The Craftsmanship Is in the Details
Applying this motif onto an oval-shaped watch required Cartier to carefully reshape the pattern around every curve and surface.
Even the clasp integrates seamlessly into the bracelet, creating a clean uninterrupted flow across the entire piece.
The Finishing Brings the Watch to Life
The hand-polishing process enhances the relief of the motif while allowing the gold to reflect light with softness and precision.
Nothing feels aggressive or overworked. The watch carries quiet presence — which is far more difficult to achieve.
The Diamond Version Feels Like True High Jewellery
Cartier’s diamond-set edition features 171 brilliant-cut diamonds on the case and bracelet, alongside 100 diamonds on the dial.
What makes it impressive is that the diamonds never overpower the design. They work with the geometry of the Clou de Paris motif rather than against it.
Final Thought
The new Baignoire Clou de Paris proves that great luxury design is not about adding more.
It’s about refining proportions, texture, and detail so precisely that the watch feels effortless.
And Cartier continues to do that better than almost anyone else.
A redesigned case for a more vintage look inspired by the codes of a 1950s model.
The Clifton collection carries forward its quest for stylistic and technical excellence. Passion, imagination, ingenuity, precision and superb crafting are the creative forces behind Baume & Mercier, a legacy that has endured for 195 years. This unique style and watchmaking expertise – sought out and recognized by the modern gentleman who appreciates refinement and precision – is the focus of this collection, launched in 2013.
The models presented at Watches & Wonders 2025 (the Clifton Baumatic M0A10802, M0A10778, and M0A10771) reveal the new design of the iconic round case. The proportions have been slimmed down, the finishes reworked. Three other Clifton Baumatic watches (M0A10773, M0A10792, and M0A10793) complete the range, including two that feature an elegant and innovative metal bracelet specially designed to seamlessly integrate into the new case.
The launch of these three new pieces will take place in September. It is a prime time for renewal, like the spirit which animates the Clifton: inspired and driven by challenges. More luxurious, modern and trendy, these are the not-to-be-missed timepieces of the fall. With them, Baume & Mercier brings a new design to each of life’s little moments. It is a precious companion combining functionality, aesthetics, and emotion.
Timepieces conceived for the discerning, refined modern gentleman
His attraction to elegant, impeccably crafted fine mechanics draws him to these timepieces, and no refined feature of their artistry escapes his expert eye and technical knowledge. Much like an industrial designer who appreciates the beauty of a meticulously designed automobile with flawless mechanical precision, he is drawn to structured lines, clean cuts and curves, harmonious proportions and volumes, noble materials, exceptional performance, precision, and reliability. He knows how to recognize a perfectly executed object, placing great importance on even the slightest detail since he understands that each one makes a difference. Each demonstrates the distinction of Baume & Mercier and its remarkable, exacting watchmaking heritage.
This stylish man wears more than just a watch. He wears a signature, a story, a craft… and a status. The Clifton on his wrist is an object of desire, chosen with the eye of a true connoisseur. It gives him the quiet confidence and special presence to which he aspires: subtle yet unmistakable. He has an intimate bond with his timepiece: a shared sense of creativity, authenticity, and excellence. These very values were championed by William Baume, the brilliant watchmaker, and Paul Mercier, the art enthusiast who brought the Maison its stylistic vision. Since then, the Maison has offered high-end Swiss watchmaking: bold in design, sincere in craftsmanship, and innovative in technique. At once classic and contemporary, the Clifton collection has made its mark with a round case defined by taut lines, sculpted curves, and meticulously studied proportions. This refined showcase is inspired by the 1950s, echoing the discerning taste and polished manners of the true gentleman. It bears the signature of ideal proportions and natural balance symbolized by the Greek letter Phi, which the Brand adopted as its emblem in 1964.
Clifton 10771
Clifton 10771
A redesigned case and a new metal bracelet in tribute to the timeless elegance of the 1950s
The Clifton collection returns in a new 39 mm size, a diameter previously reserved for models featuring a moon phase complication. Until now, Clifton three-hand watches were available in 40 mm, but they are now produced in a 39 mm version. This new iteration of the Clifton has been refined with polished and satin-brushed finishes.
It introduces design elements that pay tribute to the timeless elegance of the historic 1950s model: a domed sapphire crystal, a discreetly integrated crown, the return of the Arabic numeral at 12 o’clock, a date aperture at 6 o’clock, and a crosshair design at the center of the dial.
The light-hued dials feature a new off-white grained finish complemented by 5N gold-tone accents. Baume & Mercier has gone a step further in its client-centric approach to watchmaking which drives it to design and craft timepieces according to client expectations. The Clifton collection introduces a new metal bracelet, marking a significant evolution in both aesthetics and ergonomics. The bracelet, featuring three rows of short, semi-circular links, creates a fluid silhouette on the wrist while offering enhanced comfort. Its design draws inspiration from vintage watchmaking codes while maintaining a contemporary feel aligned with the collection’s identity.
The updated construction and well-balanced proportions ensure seamless integration with the newly redesigned case, enhancing its overall visual harmony and reinforcing the Clifton signature look. The carefully calibrated interplay of polished and satin-brushed finishes preserves the refined sophistication and versatile character of this timepiece, while the interchangeable system adds extra flexibility for everyday wear.
The metal bracelet offers essential technical performance features. Crafted in stainless steel – a particularly durable material, it is resistant to heat, humidity, scratches, impacts, and daily wear. A testament to longevity, it is easy to care for and remains radiant over time. The new Clifton metal bracelet is interchangeable, featuring a system that allows it to be replaced without the need for tools. It fastens with a triple folding clasp in stainless steel with security push-pieces, ensuring both comfort and durability.
Clifton 10773
Clifton 10773
The models fitted with alligator leather straps now feature a new interchangeable triple folding clasp. The harmony between case and strap, the attention to design and finishing, and the balance of proportions and volumes all illustrate Baume & Mercier’s fine watchmaking expertise in its most nuanced form. Inventiveness, thoughtfulness, pertinence, pragmatism, boldness, and passion lie at the heart of this creation.
A high-performance watchmaking mechanism
Developed at the Baume & Mercier workshops in Les Brenets, in the Swiss Jura, the Baumatic Manufacture movement was unveiled in 2018. It superbly embodies the Maison’s motto: “Accept only perfection. Only manufacture watches of the highest quality.” Its cutting-edge technology, proven through rigorous testing, breathes life into the new Clifton Baumatic M0A10802, M0A10778, M0A10771, M0A10773, M0A10792, and
M0A10793.
With resistance to everyday magnetic fields up to 1,500 Gauss, a frequency of 4Hz (28,800 vph), remarkable autonomy thanks to a 5-day (120-hour) power reserve, and water resistance up to 5 ATM (approximately 50meters), these timepieces meet the highest standards of excellence sought by discerning connoisseurs for whom such performance features are essential expectations.
The sapphire crystal case back on each model reveals the magnificent beauty of the movement, including circular-grained bridges, a sandblasted and snailed baseplate, an openworked gold-tone oscillating weight with snailed Côtes de Genève decorations, and a unique Baume & Mercier engraving.
These six timepieces, like all Baumatics, benefit from a six-year warranty extension in addition to the standard 2 years of the international warranty. Simply register it on the Baume & Mercier website within 60 days after the purchase: www.baume-et-mercier.com.
Clifton 10792
Clifton, the sought-after dandy chic lifestyle
Beyond the collection itself, the Clifton name evokes the renowned seaside destination in Cape Town, South Africa, and its elegant, laid-back spirit. Both embody the discerning, refined choices of an aesthete who carefully selects both the watch of his dreams and the idyllic escape that reflects his aspirations. He is captivated by this breathtaking natural setting where the Atlantic Ocean meets luxurious cliffside villas with sweeping panoramic views. He is drawn to the vibrant interplay of coastal and mountain landscapes; the gentle rhythm of life in this peaceful, cosmopolitan haven; and breathtaking escapades in the sea spray aboard sleek, boldly innovative yachts crafted by visionary designers. He savors time: his time.
Clifton 10778
Clifton 10778
Clifton Baumatic M0A10773
Its design, shaped by both softness and tension, plays on contrasting forms and complementary opposites. The pairing of steel and gold, off-white and black, underscores this duality for a dynamic, striking color composition.
The off-white dial, with its retro accents and grained texture, offers a particularly mellow time display, subtly textured to add depth and warmth to both the time and calendar indications. The slender, elongated black central crosshair alternates with the restrained black peripheral minute track, subtly accentuated at five-minute intervals. The trapezoidal hour markers are riveted, gold-toned, faceted, and slightly elongated. An Arabic numeral appears at 12 o’clock. The alpha-shaped hour and minute hands are gold-plated and faceted, and the seconds hand is also gold-plated. An aperture displays the date at 6 o’clock.
The sculptural round case measures an ideal 39 mm in diameter and 11.22 mm in thickness. Protected by a scratch-resistant domed sapphire crystal treated on both sides with an anti-glare coating, the case, like the crown, is crafted in polished and satin-finished stainless steel. The sapphire crystal case back, secured by four screws, may be custom-engraved. The beautiful and precise Baumatic Manufacture automatic movement (BM13-1975A) beats at the heart of this timepiece.
The model features an interchangeable strap crafted in brown alligator leather with all-square scales and tone- on-tone overstitching on the top, a beige lining with ocher overstitching on the underside, and bar tacks around the buckle. It may be replaced without the use of tools thanks to a very reliable spring bar system. It fastens with a triple folding clasp in stainless steel with security push-pieces.
Clifton Baumatic M0A10792
Its luminous dial is enhanced by subtle shades of blue in a gradation that is lighter at the center and darker around the perimeter of the watch. The lacquered finish adds a great deal of sophistication. Standing out in contrast against this deep, carefully crafted decoration are the slender, crisp white central seconds track; slightly elongated riveted, rhodium-plated, faceted trapezoidal indexes; faceted, rhodium-plated alpha-shaped hour and minute hands; and rhodium-plated seconds hand. The dial is framed by a white minute track. The date appears in a large aperture at 6 o’clock. The hour at 12 o’clock is indicated by an Arabic numeral in a more rounded shape reflecting that of the case.
Measuring 39 mm in diameter and 11.22 mm in thickness, the case, like the crown, is made of polished and satin-finished stainless steel. It is protected by a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with an anti-glare coating on both sides. The case back is fastened with four screws and protected by a sapphire crystal. It may be engraved.
The high level of technical achievement for this timepiece culminates in the self-winding Baumatic Manufacture movement (BM13-1975A). The integrated three-row bracelet in satin-finished stainless steel is a harmonious extension of the case. It is interchangeable and features a reliable spring bar system that allows it to be changed without the use of tools. It fastens with a triple folding clasp in stainless steel with security push-pieces.
Clifton Baumatic M0A10793
This model, in a version fitted with the new metal bracelet, is identical to the Clifton Baumatic M0A10773, which has an alligator leather strap.
It features the same beautifully styled design, delicately detailed down to the smallest elements. The off-white dial forms a harmonious backdrop with a textured finish that enhances its depth. Radiance and clarity characterize the time display, arranged around the slender central black crosshair and black minute track.
Features include slightly elongated riveted, gold-toned, faceted trapezoidal indexes; an Arabic numeral at 12 o’clock; gold, faceted alpha-shaped hour and minute hands; and a gold seconds hand. The date is easy to read in an aperture at 6 o’clock.
The Clifton’s polished and satin-finished stainless steel case lends its curves and rounded contours to this timepiece with a 39 mm diameter and 11.22 mm thickness. Protected by a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with an anti-glare coating on both sides, it features a sapphire case back which is secured by four screws and may be custom-engraved. The crown is also made of polished and satin-finished stainless steel.
The self-winding Baumatic (BM13-1975A) Manufacture movement is the driving force behind this luxury watch. Perfectly suited to the case’s refined dimensions, the redesigned integrated three-row bracelet in polished and satin-finished stainless steel is interchangeable. A system allows it to be removed and reattached without tools. Its stainless steel triple folding clasp is equipped with safety push-pieces.
Clifton Baumatic M0A10802
With a diameter of 39 mm and a thickness of 11.2 mm, the iconic domed round case is crafted in satin-finished rose gold (750/1000). It is protected by a scratch-resistant domed sapphire crystal treated on both sides with an anti-glare coating. The crown is crafted in rose gold (750/1000). The sapphire crystal back may be engraved upon request.
The subtle off-white hue adds to the more retro inspiration of the dial. The grained finish confers a special texture, intensifying the radiance of the color and the depth of the decor, offering even more warmth. The finesse of its finish brings it to life. Edged by a black minute track and criss-crossed by black crosshairs in the center, the dial reveals 5N gold-plated, riveted, faceted, slightly elongated trapezoidal indexes, and is topped with an Arabic numeral at 12 o’clock. The alpha-shaped hour and minute hands are 5N gold-plated and faceted. The seconds hand is gold-tone. A wide aperture at 3 o’clock displays the date.
The self-winding Baumatic (BM13-1975A) Manufacture movement is the driving force behind this luxury watch. It is water-resistant to 5 ATM (approximately 50 m).
The strap is crafted in brown alligator leather with all-square scales and tone-on-tone overstitching on the top, a beige lining with ocher overstitching on the underside, and bar tacks around the buckle. This interchangeable strap is equipped with a very reliable spring bar system that makes it possible to change it without the use of tools. It fastens with a 5N gold-tone PVD steel pin buckle. The gold of this model weighs an estimated 23.20 g.
Clifton Baumatic M0A10778 – Limited edition of 350
The bright opaline salmon-hued dial sculpts each hour and calendar indication. This shade has a vintage charm filled with softness and warmth that was very sought-after in the 1930s and 1940s. The meticulous color work in pursuit of the ideal tone between rose and peach, and the perfect intensity between radiance and depth, reveals a timepiece with timeless refinement that immediately captivates the eye. The riveted, faceted, rhodium-plated indexes are shaped like elongated trapezoids. An Arabic numeral appears at 12 o’clock. The faceted, rhodium-plated hour and minute hands are alpha-shaped.
The oxidized black seconds hand offers a delicate contrast. The date appears in a wide aperture at 6 o’clock. The black minute track frames the dial.
The new proportions – a diameter of 39 mm and a thickness of 11.2 mm – bring finesse to the round case, crafted in satin-finished stainless steel like the crown. It is protected by a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with an anti-glare coating on both sides. Fastened with four screws and covered by a sapphire crystal, the case back bears the special engraving “Limited Edition One Of 350.” It may be engraved.
The high level of technical achievement for this timepiece culminates in the self-winding Baumatic Manufacture movement (BM13-1975A). It is water-resistant to 5 ATM (approximately 50 m).
The interchangeable strap is crafted in black calfskin with tone-on-tone overstitching on the top. It may easily be changed without the need for tools thanks to a very reliable spring bar system. The watch comes with an additional interchangeable strap in beige calfskin. Both straps feature an interchangeable triple folding clasp in stainless steel with security push-pieces.
Clifton Baumatic M0A10771
The blue dial of this timepiece, with its subtle gradation – darker around the edges and lighter in the center – emanates character, depth and refinement. A lacquered finish enhances its nuances. This gleaming blue decor creates a striking background for the contrasting white crosshairs, hour markers, and date indications. The riveted, faceted, rhodium-plated indexes are shaped like elongated trapezoids. An Arabic numeral appears at 12 o’clock. The alpha-shaped hour and minute hands are faceted and rhodium-plated. The seconds hand is oxidized black. The dial is framed by a white minute track. The date appears in a wide aperture at 6 o’clock.
With a diameter of 39 mm and a thickness of 11.2 mm, the round case – like the crown – is crafted in satin- finished stainless steel. It is protected by a scratch-resistant domed sapphire crystal treated on both sides with an anti-glare coating. The case back is fastened with four screws and protected by a sapphire crystal. It may be custom-engraved.
A self-winding Baumatic Manufacture movement (BM13-1975A) powers this particularly durable, reliable timepiece. It is water-resistant to 5 ATM (approximately 50 m).
The interchangeable strap is crafted in blue alligator leather with all-square scales, tone-on-tone overstitching on the top, a beige lining with bordeaux overstitching on the underside, and bar tacks around the buckle. It may be replaced without the use of tools thanks to a very reliable spring bar system. The interchangeable triple folding buckle in stainless steel is equipped with security push-pieces.
The Clifton collection is writing a new chapter in its story. Through this new aesthetic, it masterfully carries forward the spirit and design of Baume & Mercier.
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)
Angelus boasts an illustrious and distinguished history in the realm of watchmaking. Their pioneering, in-house-created movements and timepieces have been universally acclaimed by connoisseurs and collectors alike. With a rich legacy dating back to 1891 in Switzerland, Angelus remains a major contender in the industry today. Their collection seamlessly blends vintage high watchmaking with contemporary design and materials, resulting in truly awe-inspiring timepieces. Furthermore, Angelus possesses the full capability to design, produce, finish, assemble, regulate, and test all its movements and timepieces in-house. It’s no surprise that Angelus watches continue to be highly coveted by collectors worldwide.
The brand has also made several breakthroughs, such as the Chronodato (1942), which was the first series wristwatch chronograph with a calendar. The Chrono-Datoluxe (1948) had the first big date in a chronograph wristwatch, while the Datalarm (1956) was the first wristwatch to feature both alarm and date functions. Finally, Tinkler (1958) was the first automatic repeater and the first fully waterproof repeater, and it is still considered a cult timepiece today.
This year at the Watches and Wonders, Angelus introduced four novelties.
Chronographe Médical
In the 1960s, Angelus launched its “doctor’s watch”: a wrist-worn hand-wound chronograph with a unique dial. It presented a dual scale for reading the vital signs doctors need during patient examinations: a pulsometer – to measure the patient’s pulse – and an asthmometer – to record their respiratory rate. This rare piece, which follows the 1950s and 1960s trend of specialising chronographs to meet specific functional or professional requirements, has been brought up to date by Angelus to appeal to modern tastes.
In consultation with William Massena, founder of Massena LAB, Angelus is releasing a limited edition of 99 pieces of the Chronographe Médical x Massena LAB. The case is made from 316L steel, and its diameter has been increased to 39 mm to make the pulsometer scale more legible. The functions and how they are presented on the dial remain unrivalled. Not only has the combination of pulsometer and asthmometer remained unique, but its display is also one of a kind. First and foremost, the pulsometer has a very specific colour code: green, black, or red, corresponding to the severity of the reading obtained during the examination. By contrast, the respiratory scale is red and is nestled inside the minute circle. These two scales are positioned so as to make them as legible and clear as possible.
Inside the Chronographe Médical x Massena LAB, Angelus has incorporated a very specific version of its A5000 calibre. It displays the small seconds at 9 o’clock and only the chronograph seconds hand – the only one needed to use the medical scales. With no 30-minute counter, this calibre is dedicated to diagnosis. This version is presented with a single mushroom-shaped pusher at 2 o’clock. Operating at a rate of 3 Hz, it incorporates a column wheel and a horizontal clutch.
Chronodate Gold black
Chronodate Gold boasts a 42.5 mm case that continues the neo-retro spirit of this sporty chronograph. The movement is housed in a container machined from a carbon-fibre composite. Around this container, Angelus has designed an attachment system consisting of an open-worked cradle that brings the case middle and lugs into a single line, made of 5N red gold.
Angelus has chosen to give the Chronodate imposing counters that offer optimal readability. The counters are set on a deep-black dial fittingly described as “velvet black”, punctuated with large applied Arabic numerals with Super-LumiNova.
Inside, Angelus has installed its calibre A-500 displaying the small seconds at 9 o’clock and a 30-minute chronograph counter at 3 o’clock. Encircling the dial, a hand sweeps over the peripheral date display. Oscillating at a frequency of 4 Hz, the calibre incorporates a column wheel. It operates via a self-winding system with an oscillating weight in 5N red gold shaped like a capital letter “A” above a star – Angelus’ emblem—a reference to the early days of Angelus right at the heart of the mechanism.
Chronodate Titanium green
Chronodate Titanium boasts a 42.5 mm case that continues the neo-retro spirit of this sporty chronograph. The movement is housed in a container machined from a carbon-fibre composite. Around this container, Angelus has designed an attachment system consisting of an open-worked cradle that brings the case middle and lugs into a single line made of titanium.
Angelus has chosen to give the Chronodate imposing counters that offer optimal readability. The counters are set on a subtle green dial fittingly described as “fern green”, punctuated with large applied Arabic numerals with Super-LumiNova.
Inside, Angelus has installed its calibre A-500 displaying the small seconds at 9 o’clock and a 30-minute chronograph counter at 3 o’clock. Encircling the dial, a hand sweeps over the peripheral date display. Oscillating at a frequency of 4 Hz, the calibre incorporates a column wheel and operates via a self-winding system with an oscillating weight in tungsten shaped like a capital letter “A” above a star – Angelus’ emblem. A reference to the early days of Angelus right at the heart of the mechanism.
Chronodate Titanium black
The Chronodate Titanium is a remarkable timepiece that exudes a neo-retro vibe with its 42.5 mm case. The carbon-fibre composite container houses the movement, which is held in place by an attachment system consisting of an open-worked cradle made of titanium. The watch also features imposing counters that offer optimal readability, set on a deep-black dial with large applied Arabic numerals that glow in the dark. The calibre A-500 inside the timepiece displays the small seconds and a 30-minute chronograph counter while a hand sweeps over the peripheral date display. The oscillating frequency is 4 Hz, and the watch incorporates a column wheel and operates via a self-winding system with an oscillating weight in tungsten shaped like a capital letter “A” above a star. This watch is a true masterpiece that pays homage to the early days of Angelus.
The excitement was palpable and there was a buzz in the city of Geneva which woke up to the first day of Watches and Wonders. This was the day everyone was looking forward to since 2020. The wonderful novelties that were unveiled at Watches and Wonders on day 1 were long awaited. The watch was on.
All the brands were eager to welcome trade partners and watch enthusiasts and the visitors were equally elated to see the wonderful novelties displayed in all their splendor. The fruit of the hard labor was ripe, and all the innovations were ready to see the lights.
The convention was kickstarted with a beautiful opening ceremony and several brands had keynote addresses. But the moment the novelties were unveiled the magic began.
The first day saw a mix of brands and here’s a rundown on day one at the most happening event.
Armin Strom: Orbit
What is unique about this spectacularly beautiful piece?
It is the world’s first watch with an on-demand date indicated on the bezel. The pusher at 10 when pushed shows the date on the bezel for a few seconds. The date hand when in the stationary mode, remains in its fixed position pointing at 12 o’clock.
Their signature bridges, hold the micro-rotor at the one o’clock position, and the equal force barrel at the 6 o’clock position. The watch comes with transparency that is unique in the watch industry highlighting the inner workings of mechanical watchmaking on the dial-side. It comes with an integrated bracelet and a contrasting ceramic bezel. A sport-chic watch that is flaunt-worthy.
The Alpine Eagle flying tourbillion is a watch made in Lucent Steel making it 50% harder and more luminous. The well-highlighted flying tourbillon placed at 6 o’clock has no upper bridge and you can see right through to the movement.
The brushed dial starts at the tourbillion moving outwards. With an integrated bracelet, the watch is simple and yet a delightful piece.
A comeback after a century, in an art-deco design, rectangular and true to its vertical brancards design the Tank Chionese is as simple and elegant as they come. With two additional brancards across the top and bottom of the square case, it evokes the portico design.
In a beautifully polished gold case, its iconic design and shape with “chemin de fer” and the hidden Cartier signature it is a watch that puts geometry in fashion.
As part of the Cartier Privé collection, there are six models in this collection. Three models, in yellow gold, rose gold, and platinum. Made to a limited 150 pieces per model. There are also additional 3 models with see-through dials and skeletonized movements. The traditional Chinese window designs are eye-catching and made in a limited quantity of 100 pieces each.
IWC Schaffhausen; Pilot’s Chronograph Top Gun Edition Woodland
IWC has new models in its Pilot’s Chronograph Top Gun Edition. We are going to talk about Woodland here. Featuring in sombre green ceramic with Ceratanium® at the case back and the pushers this watch looks as cool as the forests the pilots fly over. It is a double pusher chronograph, with the 30-minute and hour counter on the dial.
The indices look green but look nicely lit. Following the monochromatic design, the rubber strap continues to run in green with a fabric inlay. Each of the two models will be made in a quantity of 1,000 pieces.
A grade 5 Titanium, case making this an extremely light watch. The dial is in a blue gradient starting with a lighter centre and growing outwards to a darker blue. The assegai watch hands go so well with white gold indices adding to the elegance of the watch.
At the back is a see-through manual winding movement hand-finished and refined.
Tag Heuer forays into its first solar-powered watch with a TH50-00 caliber.
The dial is transparent and allows the sunlight to enter the movement to power it up. Just two minutes in full sunlight can power it up for a day. It also lightens up the Super-Luminova that features on the carbon bezel as well as indices. If the timepiece stops working exposure of 10 seconds to sunlight can restart the watch.
A sporty watch that professional divers can take down to the depth of 200 meters. Comes with a power-saving mode.
If glass tubes excite you here is what is going to blow your mind. The Weap-One biaxial Tourbillon is an ingenious creation that embeds the flying tourbillon in a neat package that turns out to be a wristwatch in a slender 25 mm diameter and 53 mm long sapphire and titanium case.
The tourbillion gyrates as if suspended on two axis while its flying tourbillion function negates the effects of gravity and manages to look splendid at the same time.
Once the mechanism is wound you have 50 hours of power reserve. Without distorting the cylindrical shape two flat titanium crowns are perfectly integrated, the left-hand one is dedicated to setting the time and the right-hand one to winding the calibre.
Two rollers at the two ends display the hours and minutes with the numerals coloured by Super-Luminova®.
The back of the watch is flat for that comfortable fit on the wrist. But overall, this looks like a vial of time on your hands.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Case materials: Black DLC titanium
Glass tube: Scratch resistant sapphire crystals with anti-reflective treatment
Case dimensions: 26mm x 52.85mm
Colors: Green, white
Water resistance: 10m / 1 ATM
Movement: Manual movement developed by Concepto; Biaxial flying tourbillon
Functions: Hours and minutes
Jewels: 39
Balance frequency: 4 Hz (28,800 vph)
Power reserve: 50 hours
Strap and buckle: Black textile, velcro closure with black DLC titanium buckle
On 16 February 2022, the Swiss Federal Council announced below measures, which Watches and Wonders aim to apply to the Salon. However, the situation can easily change in the coming days/weeks.
As a result *:
A Covid certificate is no longer required to attend Watches and Wonders Geneva
It is no longer necessary to wear a mask inside the halls. However, this measure may be reevaluated according to the sanitary situations. Each Maison can also decide what they would like to do on their individual booth. The mask may also be compulsory in some common areas of the Salon
No more obligation to consume seated
*please note that these measures may change over time
People with symptoms are asked to voluntarily withdraw their visit, even if they have been vaccinated or cured, or have recently been tested negative. The Federal Office of Public Health recommends that they be tested without delay and follow the isolation instructions in force.
Watches and Wonders also recommends that visitors
To use the hydroalcoholic gel provided at the entrance
To maintain the social distance of 1.5 m. between each person
To guarantee optimal security, Watches and Wonders is carrying out:
Frequent cleaning and disinfection of places and areas with high level of contact
Increased ventilation of the premises
Conditions of entry into Switzerland
As of Thursday 17th February 2022, all sanitary restrictions related to the entrance in Switzerland are cancelled. However, entry measures could be reinforced in accordance to the sanitary evolution of the country of origin.
Wearing of masks remains in force in public transport.
The moment journalists, retailers and clients of the 38 exhibiting Maisons have been waiting for… Watches and Wonders Geneva will finally open its doors on 30 March 2022, for a week filled with exciting discoveries. A vast digital system has been set up to allow invited guests and the general public to follow online either live or via replay all the action of the Salon, which is already shaping up to be THE watch industry event of the year.
While the press, retailers and guests invited to the Salon can already plan their personalized program on the watchesandwonders.com platform, in Geneva the excitement is reaching a fever pitch. The set-up of the different exhibition areas is already underway to ensure that visitors can be welcomed while respecting health measures. In the surrounding manufactures and ateliers, the watchmakers are putting the final details to the new watches and jewelry collections that will be unveiled by the Maisons on March 30.
For its first physical event under the name Watches and Wonders Geneva – since last year’s event was entirely digital – the Salon will focus on major launches, previews, exceptional pieces and numerous new wonders. Aside from being featured in the Touch & Feel sessions, products will also be at the heart of discussions over many organized events, such as the Morning Show, the panel discussions and the innovative projects unveiled in the LAB.
Broadcast live from the Salon every morning at 8 am CET on the watchesandwonders.com platform and on its YouTube channel, The Morning Show will be presented this year by Olivia Chang, a renowned business journalist. She will host this first morning program with cross conversations between brand leaders and industry experts to follow the news of the Salon and decipher new trends. She will be back again at 7 pm CET on the Late Show, a new rendez-vous that will review the day’s highlights. Also broadcast live and in replay, the program will feature a different guest each day, who will be invited to share his or her favorites from the Salon. The Late Show will also offer a summary of the keynotes from the Maisons held in the Auditorium, along with highlights of the exceptional pieces being unveiled by the 38 exhibiting brands.
A daily 45-minute panel discussion, hosted by watchmaking experts and other influential personalities, will explore the issue of sustainable development in greater depth. This theme, a particularly hot topic at the moment, will be addressed from different angles, such as transparency, responsible sourcing, innovation and the circular economy. Broadcast live from the Salon at 1 pm CET on the watchesandwonders.com platform and on its YouTube channel, the program will also be available in replay.
Located in the center of the Salon, facing the Carré des Horlogers, the LAB has been designed as an ideas laboratory. This space, showcasing nearly 15 projects, will present the technological and digital innovations of the exhibiting Maisons. Highlighting eco- responsible sourcing practices, upcycling, the use of new materials, new energy sources and strategic partnerships with sustainable associations and organizations, the various initiatives will enable visitors to discover all these innovations and gain a better understanding of NFTs (Non-Fungible Token) and the world of metaverse.
Watches and Culture will also curate the ‘Time Design’ exhibition dedicated to the evolution of wristwatch design through the ages. Imagined as a journey through watchmaking creativity and illustrated by more than 100 timepieces presented in showcases designed by students of ECAL (École d’art de Lausanne), the event will also pay tribute to the work of Mr. Gérald Genta. Five pieces produced by students of the HEAD art & design school in Geneva will invite visitors to question the display of time, while an augmented reality experience will immerse the viewer in the history of a few watchmaking icons.
A broadcasting area consisting of two fully equipped studios will be available for the Maisons who wish to stay in touch with those journalists who are unable to travel to Geneva. In addition, booths equipped with a VISIODOME, a system that proved its worth last year as an optimized way of presenting products remotely, will allow the Maisons to share their latest creations with a larger audience.
Everyone is working hard to make this long-awaited edition the greatest watchmaking summit ever held in Geneva! Just 30 days to go before discovering new watches and jewelry releases, previews, major announcements, exceptional pieces and other innovations.
EXHIBITING MAISONS:
| A. LANGE & SÖHNE | BAUME & MERCIER | CARTIER | CHANEL | CHOPARD | GRAND SEIKO | HERMÈS | HUBLOT | IWC SCHAFFHAUSEN | JAEGER-LECOULTRE | MONTBLANC | ORIS | PANERAI | PARMIGIANI FLEURIER | PATEK PHILIPPE | PIAGET | ROGER DUBUIS | ROLEX | TAG HEUER | TUDOR | ULYSSE NARDIN | VACHERON CONSTANTIN | VAN CLEEF & ARPELS | ZENITH
CARRÉ DES HORLOGERS:
| ANGELUS | ARMIN STROM | ARNOLD & SON | CYRUS GENÈVE | CZAPEK & CIE | FERDINAND BERTHOUD | H. MOSER & CIE. | LAURENT FERRIER | LOUIS MOINET | REBELLION TIMEPIECES | RESSENCE | RUDIS SYLVA | SPEAKE-MARIN | TRILOBE
While the 38 exhibiting Maisons are not giving any secrets away as they wait for Watches and Wonders Geneva to unveil their new products, work is gathering pace in Geneva. While the set-up of the physical event will begin soon, the press, retailers and guests will have access to the private area of the watchesandwonders.com platform to plan their personalised programme. The press presentations, which have been entirely redesigned so that they can be followed either in-person or online, will focus on products. Also rich in new events, live broadcasts, discussion panels, exhibition, the week promises to be dense and exciting.
The press programme will include three new presentation formats, to enable members of the most important international media to keep abreast of the news, both online and at the Salon. Throughout the week, the exhibiting Maisons will hold Keynote sessions in the Auditorium. Announcements and speeches, mostly by brand leaders and ambassadors, will be broadcast live to the general public on the watchesandwonders.com platform and on social media. Meetings with large groups of journalists will be replaced by ‘Touch & Feel’ sessions of around ten people, a much more confidential format putting products and discussions at centre stage. Digital Product presentations will enable journalists who cannot travel to Geneva to keep on top of all the watch and jewellery news remotely.
A broadcasting area of two fully equipped studios will also be available for the Maisons. All online content will be accessible at any time on demand.
For its second edition, the Morning Show will be broadcast live from the Salon every morning at 8.30 am. The programme will include highlights of the day and cross- conversations between brand managers and experts to follow the news and decipher new trends. Every day at around 6:30 pm, a second programme, the Late Show, will cover many topics including a summary of the day’s Keynote sessions and showcase exceptional objects selected from the 38 exhibiting Maisons.
Six 45-minute panel discussions will address the issue of eco-responsibility from different angles. Designed by Watches and Culture, this programme, available online and on demand, will be hosted by high-profile industry figures and watchmaking experts.
Watches and Culture will also curate the ‘Time Design’ exhibition dedicated to the evolution of wristwatch design through the ages. A tribute will be paid to the work of Mr. Gérald Genta through a selection of drawings and emblematic pieces.
Watches and Wonders Geneva will open on 30 March at Palexpo and online. Highlights include numerous watch and jewellery launches, previews, exceptional pieces and craftsmanship presented by the 38 exhibiting Maisons, all committed to making this event a great watchmaking summit!
