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Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Goodies Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find From the Editor: LVMH Denies Zenith Sale—But the Real Story Runs Deeper Zenith is, without a doubt, one of my favorite brands and one of the most revered brands in terms of horological accolades. Surprisingly, many sources, primarily in Switzerland (Blick) and across Europe, suggest that LVMH has been preparing to sell Zenith, the storied manufacture whose El Primero chronograph has been beating at 36,000 vph since 1969. The rationale cited was stark: annual losses of 20-30 million Swiss Francs, plummeting sales since 2023, and what sources described as strategic missteps under recent management.LVMH swiftly denied the rumors. "No plan for the sale," a spokesperson stated. Yet the denial, notably, didn't address whether preliminary discussions had occurred or whether the brand's future within the group remains under evaluation.What makes this particularly revealing isn't the rumor itself—consolidation speculation is endemic to the watch industry—but the timing and context. Just weeks earlier, Frédéric Arnault announced that LVMH had acquired a minority stake in Swiss movement manufacturer La Joux-Perret in La Chaux-de-Fonds. Then, it was also rumored that there were plans to expand Zenith's role as a movement manufacturer for LVMH's watch division, positioning the manufacture as a strategic industrial asset rather than merely a standalone brand. This apparent contradiction demands examination. Either LVMH's strategic messaging is inconsistent, or something more fundamental is occurring within the group's watch division.Consider the broader picture: TAG Heuer reportedly faces similar losses—40 to 50 million Swiss Francs annually—while the group's venture into connected watches has allegedly cost between 200 and 250 million Swiss Francs without achieving profitability. Both brands have experienced frequent leadership changes, suggesting deeper organizational challenges beyond typical market headwinds.The diagnosis from industry analysts is sobering. Jean-Philippe Bertschy of Vontobel, a Swiss International Investment Firm, notes that pure watchmaking brands like Zenith and TAG Heuer face existential questions in an evolving market increasingly drawn to hybrid luxury-jewelry offerings. LVMH's jewelry brands—Bulgari, Tiffany, Chaumet—appear insulated from these pressures, their watches existing within broader lifestyle propositions rather than competing directly in the traditional haute horlogerie arena. Could LVMH be considering discarding brands such as Hublot, Zenith, and TAG Heuer to remain focused on jewelry brands? Rumors that LVMH would acquire Cartier also surfaced in 2025. Is that the path they are considering?This also raises uncomfortable questions about the sustainability of watchmaking within luxury conglomerates. When Zenith was acquired in 1999 for $48.4 million, it represented LVMH's commitment to genuine manufactures with movement-making capabilities. Today, despite producing movements for Hublot and historically for brands including Rolex, Zenith appears caught between industrial utility and brand viability. Even as the brand has tried to modernize and reinvent itself, there are valid concerns that it is becoming another Hublot, with the Zenith Manufacture’s recent 160th-anniversary celebrations and product launches suggesting business as usual. Yet the persistent rumors, combined with confirmed financial struggles, indicate genuine tension between heritage prestige and contemporary profitability metrics that increasingly govern conglomerate decision-making. For collectors, the implications warrant consideration. Zenith's historical importance is indisputable—the El Primero's survival through the quartz crisis, facilitated by watchmaker Charles Vermot's secret preservation of tooling and movement parts, represents one of horology's great rescue stories. The brand commands respect among serious enthusiasts, particularly for complications and chronometry achievements, which have earned 2,333 prizes.Whether LVMH ultimately retains Zenith or not, these developments illuminate a fundamental challenge: can authentic manufactures with significant heritage maintain independence and identity within groups driven by broader luxury market dynamics? The answer increasingly appears to depend on whether these brands can evolve beyond pure watchmaking into lifestyle propositions that justify conglomerate investment for a group like LVMH.One suspects the next year will prove definitive. If market conditions don't improve and operational losses persist, even the firmest denials may prove temporary. For now, collectors and industry observers would be wise to pay attention not to speculation, but to the structural realities these rumors expose about watchmaking's place within modern luxury conglomerates.More info on Zenith, here. 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Hands-On Review of a Stellar Chronograph. Insider: Zenith DEFY Extreme Diver 'Shadow' Edition. Light as a Feather but a Tool Watch From Top to Bottom. Posted on January 13, 2026 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Zenith, From the Editor and tagged Zenith 2026 Most Popular Zenith LVMH. Advertisement Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle FOLLOW US LATEST FEATURES Perspective: Messi Plays His Last World Cup—Six Tournaments, Three Legends, and the Watches Built for the Most Beautiful Game Introducing: MB&F Horological Machine No.12 The Guardian—The Watch That Becomes a Robot's Head (Live Photos) Insider: Breguet Tradition Seconde Rétrograde 7035—Blue Grand Feu Enamel and Open Architecture in Rose Gold From the Editor: A Conversation With A. Lange & Söhne's CEO Wilhelm Schmid in Chicago—"Is That Not a Sign?" 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Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Goodies Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find From the Editor: Tudor Black Bay Chrono 39 'Bumblebee'—They Finally Did It I’ve always been one of the biggest fans of Tudor watches, and I have owned dozens of them. I personally felt that the current Black Bay Chrono lineup at 41 and 42 mm—for the Carbon 25 and Carbon 26—was perfect, but Tudor felt there was room for improvement, and I won’t complain. The Black Bay Chrono has always been one of the best value propositions in sports chronographs, in a reasonably priced package that includes a COSC-certified movement derived from the Breitling B01 architecture, a column-wheel and vertical-clutch chronograph, a silicon hairspring, a 70-hour power reserve, and a stainless steel case all for under USD 7,000. However, for many collectors who prefer traditionally sized watches, the 41 mm size of the steel models has always been an issue, and many felt it was too big. I personally like the 40 mm size of the vintage Tudor Big Block Chronos, and I can’t complain about that.Tudor chose to launch the new case size in perhaps the boldest possible configuration with a yellow dial with black counters, now nicknamed "Bumblebee". A fitting name that says it all: a matte yellow dial with contrasting black sub-counters and blackened Snowflake hands. It is a reverse-panda that makes no apologies. The black anodized aluminum tachymeter bezel completes the look. It sits alongside the "Pink" and "Flamingo Blue" variants with its colorful dial, and it brings back some of the old design cues of the long-discontinued “Tiger” models. I always appreciate it when brands listen to watch collectors and give them what they want. In this case, Tudor heard the feedback. The new Black Bay Chrono 39 "Bumblebee" answers it directly. The case drops to 39 mm in diameter and 13.1 mm in height. Lug-to-lug shrinks from 49.9 mm to 47 mm. Lug width goes to 20 mm. These are not trivial adjustments; this is a meaningfully different wearing experience than the 41 mm or the Carbon 42 mm, and Tudor pulled it off while keeping the MT5813 caliber intact. That is the engineering trick here. Same movement, smaller package. There is also a broader implication here that deserves acknowledgment. When Tudor introduced the Black Bay 58 GMT alongside the chunkier Black Bay Pro, it signaled that the brand was willing to invest in new case engineering for meaningful size differentiation. The new “Bumblebee” confirms that approach, extending it to the Chrono line. The 39 mm case exists now. That opens the door to future Black Bay Chrono 39 releases with more conventional dials—panda, black, whatever the market eventually wants. Oh, and let’s not forget that Tudor has launched this watch with a 3-link stainless steel bracelet without rivets, making it look more like a Rolex Oyster bracelet. For collectors who have been waiting years for a Black Bay Chrono that would actually fit their wrist: this is it. The yellow dial is your entry price. If that's not your thing, be patient; I think Tudor has now shown its hand.Sticker Price USD 6,725 USD. For more info on Tudor, click here. 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USD Latest Home Watch Brands A. Lange & Söhne Angelus Armin Strom Arnold & Son Artisans de Genève Audemars Piguet Baume & Mercier Bell & Ross Blancpain Breguet Breitling Bremont Bvlgari Budget Watches Cartier Chopard CVSTOS Czapek Genève De Bethune Ferdinand Berthoud F.P. Journe Girard-Perregaux Glashütte Original Grand Seiko Greubel Forsey Hermès H Moser & Cie Hublot HYT IWC Jacob & Co. Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Objets d'Art Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find From the Editor: Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Twin Beat Perpetual Calendar—Now I Have the Watch in Hand View fullsize When we published our “Introducing” editorial on the updated Traditionnelle Twin Beat Perpetual Calendar last week, we were working from press materials alone and our own images from when the watch was initially released in 2019. Using our images, the Vacheron Constantin’s official imagery, the technical specification sheet, and seven years of institutional familiarity with a movement that redefined what a perpetual calendar could be wasn’t enough for such a watch. It was, I felt, an honest and thorough accounting of what the 2026 evolution represents. But press stock images are press images. Now I have the watch in hand, and I want to tell you what that actually feels like. I captured these live photos, making sure the watch looks as close to in person as possible.The short version: it is better in person than the photographs suggest. That is not always the case with complicated watches—especially those with open-worked dials, where the visual density of a skeletonized movement can read as busy under a loupe. The Twin Beat avoids this entirely. The frosting on the calendar discs and the grey hue on the upper part of the dial read as minor changes on paper; compared to what I remember of its predecessor, they actually appear significantly different when holding the watch in hand. Things to Know About the WatchThe 42 mm platinum case has a serious heft that you can only appreciate when it is sitting in your palm—even though it’s a watch on a strap. Platinum does not announce itself the way gold does. It earns attention through weight and restraint, and the Traditionnelle case, with its full polished finish and gently curved lugs, applies that restraint with complete confidence, weighing a total of 128 grams. The frequency mode selector pusher at 8 o'clock on the left caseband is deliberately understated, unobtrusive, and easy to use. Its operation is reflected on the dial, indicated by the 5Hz/1.2Hz MODE indicator, with a pointed arrow confirming the active frequency at which the movement is beating. In Active mode, the primary balance wheel runs at 5 Hz (36,000 vph) and the watch functions as a standard high-frequency perpetual calendar with approximately 4 days of power reserve. In Standby, the secondary balance wheel engages, reducing the beat rate to 1.2 Hz (8,640 vph); the calendar continues to advance correctly, and the watch will run autonomously for 70 days. The dial architecture divides the watch into two distinct halves. The upper portion is much darker than on its predecessor—an 18K gold plate in slate grey, hand-guilloché with a fine radiating pattern—carries the hour and minute hands, the power reserve indicator at 12 o’clock, and the MODE selector indicator at 9 o'clock. The lower half opens entirely to a transparent sapphire crystal panel, through which the movement's NAC-treated anthracite mainplate is fully visible, with the calendar disc architecture this time more frosted than on its predecessor. The date, month, and leap year are laid across in a tiered arrangement that reads as both functional and frankly beautiful. The Vacheron Constantin logo is printed in white on the watch’s sapphire crystal rather than on the dial, a small detail that speaks volumes about the level of attention to detail in this piece. The power reserve indicator is the most visually updated element from the original reference. Its scale now reads to 70, reflecting the additional 5 days of standby autonomy achieved through the calibre revision, and the red and black numerals contrast with clarity against the frosted backdrop. The dual-scale design, which communicates the remaining reserve for both Active and Standby modes from a single hand, remains one of the most elegant solutions to a genuinely difficult display. Something else that the press images did not fully convey, like live photography, is the strap. The new black technical calfskin, with its fine grain, nylon-like texture, and red contrast stitching, changes the character of this watch more than I anticipated. The 2019 reference, with its grey alligator strap, is the kind of dressy watch you’d pair with a suit, and this one has an edge. The red stitching contrasts with the dark strap and picks up the red accents on the power reserve indicator and the frequency MODE selector, creating a coordinated look without overdoing it. It appears to be a bolder watch than its predecessor, and I think it’s the right evolution of what was already a very bold horological statement. The MovementThe Calibre 3610 QP/2—the revised designation reflecting the updated mainplate— is, through the display case back, an extraordinary thing to look at. The movement architecture presents in two tones: the fixed elements, plates and bridges, in cool anthracite via NAC galvanic treatment; the moving elements, wheel trains and barrel, in warm yellow gold. The contrast is immediately legible and gives the movement a visual logic that most skeletonized calibres lack. Composed of 480 parts, the calibre achieves its dual-frequency architecture through a system of three differentials. The first harmonizes input from two independent gear trains into a single time display. The second channels energy exclusively to the 1.2 Hz gear train and balance wheel during Standby mode. The third handles the combined power reserve indication, allowing both reserves to share a single counter and hand. The 1.2 Hz balance wheel's hairspring—at 0.015 mm thickness, finer than a human hair—is the component that makes the entire system possible, and the tolerances required to produce it consistently are among the most demanding in any series-produced movement today. On the Wrist & PriceOn the wrist, the Traditionnelle Twin Beat Perpetual Calendar wears with more presence than the case dimensions alone would suggest. Platinum is heavier than gold; a 42 mm platinum watch is one you are aware of. A perpetual calendar with dual-frequency regulation and 70 days of standby autonomy, produced to Geneva Seal standards, is not an understated object, and it should not wear like one.What I did not fully anticipate before putting it on the wrist was how much the new strap improves the overall look and feel. The strap, with its nylon-like texture and red stitching, gives the platinum case something to push against, creating a visual tension between the formality of the watch's design and the strap's contemporary directness, making the watch feel more complete than the 2019 reference ever did. That reference was magnificent. In my assessment, this one is better, and as François Constantin once said:“Do Better if Possible, and That is Always Possible." Having now spent time with the watch in hand, I will stand by François Constantin’s motto without reservation. There is no perpetual calendar on the market that solves the problem of calendar resets with this degree of mechanical elegance and a standby mode with a power reserve for more than two months. Sticker Price Price upon request. For more information, visit vacheron-constantin.com. 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Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Goodies Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find From the Editor: Why Titanium Is the Most Underrated Case Material in Haute Horlogerie In 35 years of watch collecting, I've watched haute horlogerie's relationship with materials evolve from conservative use of gold and stainless steel to adventurous explorations of tantalum, silver, platinum, ceramics, and proprietary metal alloys. Yet titanium remains systematically undervalued despite offering compelling advantages for complicated watchmaking. The prejudice stems from outdated assumptions: collectors reflexively associate precious metals with precious complications, treating gold and platinum as essential markers of legitimacy. This creates market inefficiency where technically superior titanium executions exist but remain underappreciated because collectors believe haute horlogerie "should" be heavy.The irony is profound. We celebrate watchmaking's technical progress in every dimension except the one impacting daily wearability. Titanium Grade 5 offers a strength-to-weight ratio nearly twice that of stainless steel while weighing 43% less. For high-complication watches where the movement's mass adds substantial weight, this translates to hours of additional comfort. These aren't marginal benefits—they transform complicated watches from occasional showpieces into genuinely wearable timepieces.Let’s start with one of my all-time favorite watches: the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Perpetual Calendar Chronograph reference 25854TI, which demonstrates titanium's potential in genuinely complex watchmaking. This discontinued reference is a Grand Complication that combines a perpetual calendar and a chronograph—two significant complications—in a 42 mm titanium case, which would be punishingly heavy in precious metal due to its diameter and 15.1 mm thickness. The watch is powered by a modular automatic movement with two Dubois Dépraz modules—one for the chronograph and one for the perpetual calendar—that sit on top of the Jaeger-LeCoultre base calibre 889, adding substantial weight through its cam system, levers, and jump mechanisms. The chronograph also introduces additional mass. Housing these complications in titanium rather than stainless steel or any precious metal transforms what could have been a showcase piece worn twice yearly into something I wore daily, 24/7, for six months straight. At a total weight of 171 grams, this reflects Audemars Piguet's early recognition that the most complex movements benefit most from weight reduction at a case level. Now, let me bring the Vacheron Constantin's Overseas Tourbillon in titanium into the pictures. This watch represents perhaps the most compelling argument for titanium in haute horlogerie. The reference 6000V/210T-H032 launched at Watches & Wonders 2024 houses the ultra-thin Calibre 2160—a tourbillon movement measuring just 5.65mm thick—within a 42.5 mm titanium case. The complete watch on its integrated titanium bracelet weighs merely 110 grams, making it lighter than many stainless steel three-hand watches despite containing one of watchmaking's most prestigious complications. Where traditional precious metal tourbillons become dress watches by necessity—too heavy for casual wear—the titanium Overseas Tourbillon transforms the complication into something genuinely wearable for travel and everyday life. When one of the Holy Trinity chooses titanium for a tourbillon, it signals the material's arrival as legitimate haute horlogerie rather than merely technical alternative. Lastly, and perhaps the best example of the effective use of titanium, regardless of the complications housed in it or its pricing, is De Bethune's DB Kind of Grande Complication, which pushes titanium's application to its logical extreme. This fully reversible timepiece houses eight complications within a Grade 5 titanium case measuring 43.3 mm by 13.85 mm: perpetual calendar, ultra-light tourbillon (weighing just 0.18 grams), spherical moon phase, retrograde moon age indicator, power reserve, jumping seconds, and dual time displays. The 751-component movement features De Bethune's signature starry sky dial, executed in mirror-polished blued titanium, demonstrating that titanium can be finished to the highest aesthetic standards while maintaining functional advantages. At nearly half a million dollars, this is one of the most technically ambitious watches in production, and its titanium construction enables wearability that would be impossible with precious metals, given the mechanical complexity. These four examples, spanning a discontinued-manufacture piece, Holy Trinity executions, and independent innovation, demonstrate that titanium isn't merely acceptable for grand complications but may be optimal. As the complication count increases, titanium's advantages become more pronounced. A sporty, thick, precious-metal perpetual calendar can become tiring with prolonged wear. The titanium equivalent delivers identical mechanical performance in a comfortable, wear-friendly package. This matters for collectors who acquire complications to experience them.From a watch collecting strategy perspective, titanium executions of high-complication watches represent compelling value. You're accessing identical movements and complications in more wearable packages, often at discounts to precious metal equivalents—not that you can get a De Bethune or a Vacheron Constantin at a discount, but in other brands you can. I find Grade 5 titanium fascinating for its wearability, lightness, and scratch resistance, and for its distinctive graphite grey luster—when satin-brushed—that makes it unique in appearance; see the Zenith Defy El Primero 21 Titanium below. For collectors who prioritize wearing their watches, this creates genuine opportunities to acquire serious watchmaking without the precious metal premiums that provide no functional benefit. The trajectory is clear. As demographics shift toward collectors who prioritize wearability over traditional status signals, titanium's advantages will become increasingly valued. Exactly why in 2023, Rolex jumped on the titanium bandwagon and released the Yacht-Master 42 in titanium reference 226627—the first titanium Rolex watch ever.Materials science is settled: titanium is objectively superior where weight and durability matter. What remains is for collector psychology to evolve beyond reflexive associations with precious metals. Those who recognize this shift early will build more wearable collections, while others continue to pay premiums for density that serves no purpose beyond tradition, status, or flex. Grand complications deserve cases enabling them to be experienced, not merely admired. From the Editor: A Conversation With A. Lange & Söhne's CEO Wilhelm Schmid in Chicago—"Is That Not a Sign?" From the Editor: Eight Years Ago I Called the A. 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Posted on January 6, 2026 by Editor & Publisher and filed under From the Editor and tagged 2026 Most Popular Grand Complications. Advertisement Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle FOLLOW US LATEST FEATURES Perspective: Messi Plays His Last World Cup—Six Tournaments, Three Legends, and the Watches Built for the Most Beautiful Game Introducing: MB&F Horological Machine No.12 The Guardian—The Watch That Becomes a Robot's Head (Live Photos) Insider: Breguet Tradition Seconde Rétrograde 7035—Blue Grand Feu Enamel and Open Architecture in Rose Gold From the Editor: A Conversation With A. Lange & Söhne's CEO Wilhelm Schmid in Chicago—"Is That Not a Sign?" Weekend Reads: Saxony Takes Over Chicago, Wristcheck x Piaget, and Independent Grand Feu Enamel THE WATCH COLLECTING LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Email Address SUBSCRIBE Get the latest watch reviews, watch news, and exclusive content from WCL in your inbox. Thank you! 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Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Goodies Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find Insider: Angelus Tinkler 1958—The Quarter Repeater Makes a Comeback Angelus was founded in 1891 in Le Locle by Albert and Gustav Stolz, and the maison's relationship with acoustic complications runs nearly as deep as its founding. When the original Tinkler arrived in 1958, it was heralded as a pioneer: an automatic, water-resistant quarter-repeater wristwatch at a moment when the quarter-repeater complication was widely considered obsolete. Only roughly 100 examples reached the market. The 2026 reissue draws directly from that lineage, now within the La Fabrique collection, Angelus's home for historically informed specialty instruments, and it’s pretty much like a time capsule in terms of looks and feel. Things to Know About the WatchThe Angelus Tinkler is equipped with a 38mm case in 18K 3N yellow gold, polished, compact, and not super thick—12.03 mm thick—with a decidedly mid-century character. The domed white sunburst dial features faceted applied markers with a unique shape and form, and a modernist Arabic 12, with one design detail that catches the eye: at 3, 6, and 9 o'clock, distinctive exclamation-shaped hour markers highlight the quarter-hour positions—a functional highlight that connects legibility directly to the repeater's purpose. The pusher activating the quarter repeater sits at 9 o'clock, symmetrically opposite the crown. This balance is considered a design rather than an engineering necessity. A box sapphire crystal reinforces the period silhouette. The screw-down caseback bears the maison's "A" monogram. The yellow gold version pairs with an ink-blue alligator-flank leather strap and a matching gold pin buckle. Water resistance is rated to 30 meters. The Tinker 1958 is available in 18K yellow gold, limited to 15 pieces, and in stainless steel, limited to 25 pieces. The MovementThe watch is powered by the new in-house calibre Angelus A600. This automatic self-winding movement beats at 28,800 vph and provides a 70-hour power reserve. The quarter repeater chimes on demand: a single strike on the first gong for each completed hour, followed by a double strike on two gongs per elapsed quarter. Although not visible as the movement is protected by a solid case back, the finishing of the movement includes snail decoration on the main plate, palladium-plated bridges with Côtes de Genève and polished angles, blued and chamfered screws with mirror-polished heads, and a tungsten sunburst oscillating weight. On the Wrist & PriceOn the wrist, the Tinkler 1958 is immediately striking for how little it tries to impress with its vintage aura. The 38 mm case sits flush and composed, the warm gold catching light without demanding attention. The domed white sunburst dial reads clean and legible from any angle, and the ink-blue alligator strap provides just enough contrast to give the combination character without disrupting the vintage cohesion. This watch looks exactly right under a suit cuff. The quarter repeater adds a dimension that no photograph communicates. Quarter repeaters occupy an awkward position in the complication hierarchy—perpetually framed as the lesser chiming watch, overshadowed by the minute repeater. However, the Tinkler 1958 makes no apology for its chiming capabilities—while not the loudest—, and it shouldn't. Sticker Price USD 66,600 for yellow gold, and USD 44,800 for steel. For more information on Angelus, click here. Insider: Angelus Tinkler 1958—The Quarter Repeater Makes a Comeback Introducing: Angelus Chronodate Gold & Titanium 'Moka' Editions W&W 2025: Angelus Flying Tourbillon Titanium Blue (Live Photos) W&W 2025: Angelus Chronographe Télémètre Monopusher (Live Photos) Introducing: Angelus Flying Tourbillon Titanium Blue. A 25-piece Limited Edition. Introducing: Angelus Instrument de Vitesse Monopusher Chronograph. Two 25-Piece Limited Editions. Posted on May 12, 2026 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Angelus, WW2026 and tagged 2026 Most Popular Angelus Angelus Tinkler 1958. 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Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Goodies Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find Insider: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Split-Seconds Chronograph GMT Large Date The Royal Oak Concept collection has always represented Audemars Piguet's most uninhibited creative expression—a laboratory for horological experimentation where traditional constraints are willingly abandoned. With the Royal Oak Concept Split-Seconds Chronograph GMT Large Date reference 26650TI.OO.D013CA.01, launched in 2023, AP achieved something genuinely remarkable by integrating one of haute horlogerie's most complex complications—also present on the Royal Oak Concept Laptimer—into a thoroughly modern execution that prioritizes both mechanical ingenuity and wearability.This is only the second split-seconds chronograph wristwatch that Audemars Piguet has ever created, and the engineering solution they've employed represents a genuine first in watchmaking history. The split-seconds mechanism has been entirely integrated into the thickness of the oscillating weight, making it visible from the case back rather than layered atop the movement as convention dictates. No other self-winding watch has ever achieved this architectural innovation; therefore, this is the most technically audacious Royal Oak Concept yet. Things to Know About the WatchThe 43 mm titanium case measures 17.4 mm in thickness—quite thick—considering the mechanical architecture contained within. Titanium's strength-to-weight ratio makes it ideal for an active-wear watch, despite its haute horlogerie credentials. Black ceramic pushers—split-seconds pusher at 9 o’clock—and a black ceramic screw-down crown reinforce the aesthetic and guarantee 50-meter water resistance. The openworked dial creates a three-dimensional stage for the mechanical performance within. A black inner bezel frames the architecture, while white gold hour markers and Royal Oak hands with a luminescent coating ensure legibility despite visual complexity. The dial layout positions every subdial and indicator to create visual balance, but unfortunately, the watch has a busy look and is somewhat hard to read. However, the yellow and red accents help to some degree. The large date aperture—new in this reference and never used before by AP—, the GMT day-night indication with a day/night indicator built into the axis of the yellow GMT-hand, and the chronograph subdials are tough to read against the openworked dial. However, what makes this Royal Oak Concept particularly compelling from a collector's perspective is its combination of genuine technical innovation with practical utility, rather than mere looks. Usually, split-seconds chronographs are traditionally dressy complications that are seen as delicate and reserved for special occasions. By housing this complication in a contemporary titanium case with a rubber strap, Audemars Piguet has created something far more versatile. This is a haute horlogerie complication you can actually wear while traveling, precisely the point of including the GMT function with a day/night indicator at 3 o’clock. The interchangeable strap system—finally adopted by AP a few years ago—allows the wearer to switch from the black-and-grey rubber strap that comes standard with the watch to a yellow or red rubber alternative using a quick-release system that requires no tools. The MovementThe calibre 4407 powering ref. 26650TI.OO.D013CA.01 comprises 638 individual components and 73 jewels, all working in concert to deliver the split-seconds chronograph function, a GMT day-night indicator, and a large date display. The movement operates at 28,800 vph—4Hz—with a substantial 70-hour power reserve, impressive given the mechanical complexity and energy demands of the rattrapante complication. What Audemars Piguet has accomplished here is the kind of multi-complication integration that serious collectors immediately recognize as exceptional—three useful functions executed with technical brilliance and presented with absolute visual transparency. On the Wrist & PriceThe Royal Oak Concept Split-Seconds Chronograph GMT Large Date represents Audemars Piguet at its most technically ambitious. This is not a watch designed to appeal to everyone. At 43 mm in diameter—which wears more like a 45 mm—and a thickness of 17.4 mm, it makes an unequivocal statement on the wrist much bigger than a Royal Oak Offshore 43 mm. For serious collectors seeking a modern interpretation of one of watchmaking's most prestigious complications, the Royal Oak Concept deserves serious consideration; however, its steep price makes it out of reach for most collectors. Sticker Price USD 200,000. For more info on Audemars Piguet, click here. From the Editor: Fourth Generation of Royal Oak Offshore Rubberclad Quietly Reintroduced by AP after 9 Years of Discontinuation. In-Depth History and Explanation of this Iconic Watch. Introducing: Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 Starwheel Introducing: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Flying Tourbillon GMT Green Ceramic Watch Goodies: 'Royal Oak: From Iconoclast to Icon' Supersized Book by Assouline. The Most Epic Book of All Things Royal Oak. Introducing: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chrono Black Ceramic 50th Anniversary ref. 26240CE From the Editor: Here's Why I am Done Buying Any More Watches. Most Likely Forever. Experience: Macán Rothschild Vega Sicilia. An Understated Wine Like a Platinum Offshore. Watch Goodies: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar Wall Clock. The Ultimate Objet d'Art. From the Editor: Here's Why I Dislike the New AP Royal Oak Offshore Music Edition Models Posted on January 5, 2026 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Audemars Piguet and tagged 2026 Most Popular Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Split-Seconds Chronograph GMT Large Date Split Seconds Chronographs Audemars Piguet Chronographs. 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If you've been following the aviation watch scene, you already know Bell & Ross doesn't mess around when it comes to their instruments and aviation inspired timepieces. Just announced today, their latest watch, the BR-03 Chrono Rafale Solo Display becomes the official partner of the Rafale Solo Display, strengthening its historic ties with military aviation—a partnership unveiled at the 2025 Paris Air Show. The Big News: Rafale Solo Display PartnershipAt this year's Paris Air Show, Bell & Ross dropped some serious news—they're now the official timepiece partner of the Rafale Solo Display, France's jaw-dropping fighter jet demonstration team. For those who know their military aviation, the Dassault Rafale is basically the Bugatti of fighter jets. This isn't just another sponsorship deal; it's Bell & Ross cementing their position as the aviation watch brand that actual pilots trust.What makes this partnership so compelling? The Rafale Solo Display pilot puts this aircraft through 9-minute aerial routines at under 5,000 feet that would make your head spin. We're talking precision maneuvers that require split-second timing—exactly the kind of environment where a Bell & Ross watch isn't just an accessory, it's mission-critical equipment. Here's the thing about Bell & Ross that separates them from other aviation inspired watches: they're not playing dress-up with aviation themes. Since 1994, even when Sinn was doing watches for them, they've been building watches that actual pilots use in actual cockpits. When you strap on a Bell & Ross, you're wearing the same DNA that's trusted in Rafale cockpits and by the Patrouille de France aerobatic team—another long-standing partnership. Bell & Ross also renewed their partnership with the Musée de l'Air et de l'Espace for another five years. While this might seem like a footnote, it actually reveals something important about the brand's character. They're not just chasing the next flashy collaboration—they're genuinely committed to preserving aviation heritage. Things to Know About the WatchThe new Bell & Ross BR-03 Chrono Rafale Solo Display is available in a 500-piece limited edition in a 42 mm micro-blasted black ceramic case with black ceramic pushers engraved "START" and "RESET" filled with orange and yellow lacquer. The matte black dial features Arabic numerals in a highly legible font, indices, and hour and minute hands filled with SuperLumiNova X1 with green glow. The yellow and orange accents on the pushers and the matte black dial, give the watch a very eye-catching look and bring the design code back into the cockpit of fighter jets. The user-friendly layout includes running seconds at 3 o'clock, a date aperture at 6, and a 30-minute chronograph register with orange accents at 9 o’clock. View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize The BR-03 Chrono Rafale Solo Display is powered by the non-in-house automatic calibre BR-CAL.301 with a power reserve of 42 hours. The watch is delivered on a black rubber strap and an ultra-resilient black synthetic fabric strap with Rafale Solo Display logo marking and a black PVD pin buckle. With a water resistance of 100 meters, this new watch is ready to take on the air, sea and land. On the Wrist & PriceThe Bell & Ross BR-03 Chrono Rafale Solo Display wears with serious presence but surprising comfort for such a substantial piece at 42 mm, thanks to its black ceramic construction. The signature square case sits confidently without overwhelming the wrist.Despite the angular, cockpit-instrument aesthetic, there's no uncomfortable overhang or awkward positioning. The matte micro-blasted black ceramic gives it a stealth presence that feels appropriately tactical without being overly aggressive. Lastly, the yellow and orange accents pop nicely against the matte black dial without being too flashy or loud.Overall, it wears like a watch that means business. Substantial and purposeful, but engineered well enough for actual daily wear rather than just admiration.Sticker Price USD 6,000. For more info on Bell & Ross click here. Posted on August 27, 2025 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Bell & Ross and tagged 2025 Most Popular Chronographs Bell & Ross BR-03 Chrono Rafale Solo Display. Advertisement Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle FOLLOW US LATEST FEATURES Perspective: Messi Plays His Last World Cup—Six Tournaments, Three Legends, and the Watches Built for the Most Beautiful Game Introducing: MB&F Horological Machine No.12 The Guardian—The Watch That Becomes a Robot's Head (Live Photos) Insider: Breguet Tradition Seconde Rétrograde 7035—Blue Grand Feu Enamel and Open Architecture in Rose Gold From the Editor: A Conversation With A. 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What could have been just a victory lap through the archives instead turned into a deep look into Abraham-Louis Breguet’s creations and how to use that knowledge to create exceptional timepieces that are still groundbreaking in modern watchmaking.Breguet built five tourbillon timepieces in 1802 to address gravity’s effect on isochronism; now the brand has looked into the effects of magnetism—watchmaking’s other sworn enemy—and made it the engine of the calibre behind the Classique 7225. Two micro-magnets flank the balance-staff, generating a flux stable enough to eliminate a traditional pivot altogether—the first genuine rethink of balance-staff architecture in over two centuries of research. The concept already earned its stripes with the Classique Chronométrie 7727, which took the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève's 2014 Aiguille d'Or. The new Classique 7225 folds that innovation into a dial and case lifted almost directly from the Breguet No. 1176, built for Count Potocki between 1802 and 1809 and now held in the Breguet Museum in Paris. Things to Know About the WatchEquipped with a case in 18K Breguet gold measuring 41 mm in diameter and 10.7 mm in thickness, the caseband for the first time doesn’t show the usual fluting Breguet is known for; instead, it features a hand-guilloché "Quai de l'Horloge" pattern. The dial, also in 18K gold, carries the same guilloché treatment, framed by Roman numerals and swept by Breguet's signature blued gold hollow-tipped hands. The layout nods to the No. 1176 with its central hours and minutes, a fan-shaped power reserve at 6 o'clock now stretched to 60 hours against the original's 35, and two small seconds subdials at 2 o'clock and 10 o'clock. View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize The 2 o'clock subdial runs continuously through the power reserve; the 10 o'clock subdial is the more interesting of the pair, an "observation" small seconds with a flyback function triggered by the pusher at 8 o'clock, letting the counter reset and restart instantly rather than stopping dead—useful for timing intermediate intervals or two events unfolding in parallel. Every piece carries Breguet's own hallmark, with a rate tolerance of +/- 1 second per day classified as "Scientific" precision. The MovementPower comes from the manual-wound Breguet calibre 74SC composed of 361 parts and 54 jewels, beating at a rare 10 Hz or 72,000 vibrations per hour. A beat rate that we’ve also seen on other Breguet timepieces, including the Breguet Classique Chronométrie ref. 7727 and the Breguet Type XXII Flyback Chronograph ref. 3880. That frequency is the point of the magnetic-pivot exercise: a faster-beating balance recovers from rating disturbances more quickly. The magnetic-pivot escapement—a system that remains exclusive to Breguet across the industry— is embedded within a pair of end stones; two micro-magnets produce opposing fields of roughly 13,000 gauss, holding the carbon-steel balance staff in a kind of magnetic suspension where only its very tip makes contact with the jewel. The payoff shows up in positional accuracy: the pivot performs identically no matter which of the six orientations the watch is in, effectively engineering gravity out of the equation.The sapphire caseback puts the mechanism on display, magnets included, alongside a phenakistoscope-style animation driven by the escape-wheel, cycling through 20 images per second to morph between "1775" and "2025"—a first for Breguet. On the Wrist & PriceOn the wrist, the Classique 7225 wears exactly as a 41 mm dress watch in gold should—present without being heavy, formal without disappearing under a cuff. The dual small-seconds arrangement takes a moment to parse from across a room, but up close it reads as intended: two kinds of time measured for two different reasons. The navy alligator strap, paired with an 18K Breguet gold pin buckle, keeps the whole package in the dial's tonal register, and the piece ships in an individually numbered red leather box modeled on Breguet's historical Moroccan-leather presentation cases. Backing it all is a five-year international warranty and Breguet's commitment to lifetime repairability—a piece built to be serviced, not replaced.Sticker Price CHF 75,000—approx USD 91,800. For more info on Breguet click here. Insider: Breguet Classique 7225 Régulateur à Pivot Magnétique—A Magnetic Reinvention of Precision Insider: Breguet Tradition Seconde Rétrograde 7035—Blue Grand Feu Enamel and Open Architecture in Rose Gold Introducing: Breguet Gives the Tradition Collection Its Most Ambitious Update Yet Introducing: Breguet Expérimentale 1. Where 250 Years of History Meet the Future of Haute Horlogerie. GPHG 2025: Breguet's Elegant Simplicity Takes the Aiguille d'Or in Historic 25th Anniversary Ceremony Introducing: Breguet Classique 7225 250th Anniversary Timepiece. Harnessing Magnetism to Master Precision. Posted on July 23, 2026 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Breguet and tagged Most Popular Breguet Breguet Classique 7225 250th Anniversary Timepiece 2026. 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Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Goodies Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find Insider: Breguet Tradition Seconde Rétrograde 7035—Blue Grand Feu Enamel and Open Architecture in Rose Gold When we saw the new watches Breguet presented for its 250th anniversary, we knew the brand was back on the right track. There are very few watches in production today that make staring at the movement architecture genuinely captivating. The new Breguet Tradition Seconde Rétrograde 7035—a limited edition in 18K rose gold—is one of them. The Tradition collection is inspired by Abraham-Louis Breguet’s historical Souscription and Tact pocket watches; therefore, the watches in this collection have a very classic, antique look, with the concept always being the same: turn the watch inside out, make the dial side the show, and let the movement do the talking.On the 7035, that philosophy reaches a particularly satisfying resolution, combining a retrograde seconds complication with a hand-guilloché grand feu enamel sub-dial in deep translucent blue with the iconic Breguet numerals in white. The result is one of those rare watches where you can stare at the dial for minutes at a time and still find something new to look at. Things to Know About the WatchThe Breguet Tradition Seconde Rétrograde 7035 measures 38 mm in diameter, a size that positions it as a dress watch with genuine wrist presence, neither oversized nor dainty. The case material is what Breguet designates as 18K Breguet gold, the brand's proprietary rose gold alloy that reads warmer and slightly more saturated than standard 18K rose gold. At 12.6 mm thick, it wears elegantly under a cuff. The hours-and-minutes sub-dial positioned at 12 o'clock is the visual anchor of the piece, featuring a hand-guilloché surface fired in blue grand feu enamel. The retrograde seconds hand sweeps along an arc between 10 and 11 o'clock, snapping back to zero at the completion of each 60-second cycle. The rest of the dial—or lack thereof—is pretty much the movement’s bridges, wheels, jewels, blued screws, mainspring barrel at the center of the dial, and the balance wheel assembly with its para-chute shock-absorbing system—that Breguet is also well known for—at 3 o’clock, all visible and finished to Breguet's exacting standards. A navy blue alligator strap with an 18K gold ardillon buckle completes the package. The MovementThe display sapphire case back offers unobstructed views of the movement once you turn the watch over. The Breguet 7035 is powered by the calibre 505 SR, an automatic manufacture movement composed of 245 components and which delivers a 50-hour power reserve. The movement features a Breguet balance wheel —the distinctive wheel design derived from Abraham-Louis Breguet's original designs—paired with a silicon balance spring, which confers resistance to magnetic fields and eliminates the need for lubrication in the escapement. The movement features a unique platinum crescent-shaped rotor that completes its exceptional look. On the Wrist & PriceOn the wrist, the Breguet 7035 is everything a collector would hope for from the Tradition line. The 38 mm case sits flat and secure, the blue enamel sub-dial provides a natural focal point against the warm gold movement plate, and the retrograde seconds hand adds kinetic drama without overwhelming the composition. This is a watch that rewards patience and attention—precisely the collector it's made for. The watch is available in a limited edition of only 250 pieces.Sticker Price USD 60,900. For more info on Breguet, click here. Insider: Breguet Tradition Seconde Rétrograde 7035—Blue Grand Feu Enamel and Open Architecture in Rose Gold Introducing: Breguet Gives the Tradition Collection Its Most Ambitious Update Yet Introducing: Breguet Expérimentale 1. Where 250 Years of History Meet the Future of Haute Horlogerie. GPHG 2025: Breguet's Elegant Simplicity Takes the Aiguille d'Or in Historic 25th Anniversary Ceremony Introducing: Breguet Classique 7225 250th Anniversary Timepiece. Harnessing Magnetism to Master Precision. Introducing: Breguet Classique Tourbillon Sidéral ref. 7255. A Celestial Celebration of Horological Mastery. Introducing: Breguet Type XX Chronographe 2075. A Golden Tribute to Aviation Pioneers. From the Archives: Visiting the Breguet Manufacture in L'Orient Introducing: Breguet Marine Hora Mundi ref. 5557 Posted on June 9, 2026 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Breguet and tagged 2026 Most Popular Breguet Breguet Tradition Seconde Rétrograde 7035. Advertisement Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle FOLLOW US LATEST FEATURES Perspective: Messi Plays His Last World Cup—Six Tournaments, Three Legends, and the Watches Built for the Most Beautiful Game Introducing: MB&F Horological Machine No.12 The Guardian—The Watch That Becomes a Robot's Head (Live Photos) Insider: Breguet Tradition Seconde Rétrograde 7035—Blue Grand Feu Enamel and Open Architecture in Rose Gold From the Editor: A Conversation With A. Lange & Söhne's CEO Wilhelm Schmid in Chicago—"Is That Not a Sign?" 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Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Objets d'Art Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find Insider: De Bethune DB25Vxs Silver Moon—One of the Most Appealing Independents We spent time with the De Bethune DB25Vxs Silver Moon on the wrist following its debut at Watches and Wonders Geneva 2026, and it is the rare moon phase watch that manages to feel both smaller and more resolved than the reference it descends from. The DB25Vxs Silver Moon is De Bethune's pared-down reworking of the DB25L, the watch that launched the Manufacture's "classic" collection some 15 years ago and carried forward the spherical moon phase display first introduced on the DB15 in 2004. Where the DB25L wore at 44 mm, De Bethune has trimmed the new Silver Moon to a considerably more wearable 40.6 mm, tightened the dial composition, and refined the movement underneath—all without losing the tall-case regulator-type clocks DNA that has always set the design apart from a conventional moon phase dress watch. Things to Know About the WatchThe case is polished grade 5 titanium, 40.6 mm in diameter and 11.2 mm thick, with the integrated, hollowed lugs that have become one of De Bethune's most identifiable case-construction signatures. The sapphire crystal is rated to 1800 Vickers hardness and carries a double anti-reflective coating on both sides, and the case back is open, in the same polished grade 5 titanium and sapphire, exposing the movement's finishing. Water resistance is a modest 30 meters, which is appropriate for a watch built around a delicate, high-precision complication rather than any sporting pretension. The dial is where the DB25L's regulator-inspired layout has been most visibly reworked: a silver-toned, hand-guilloché barleycorn motif fills the lower two-thirds of the dial, while the upper arc is given over to a moon-phase surround in mirror-polished grade 5 titanium, blued and inlaid with white gold stars. Sitting inside that arc at 12 o'clock is De Bethune's signature spherical moon, executed in palladium and flamed-blued steel. Polished rose gold hour and minute hands complete the dial, and on the example we handled, the watch was fitted to an extra-supple alligator strap on a grade 5 titanium pin buckle. The spherical moon phase indication itself is accurate to one lunar day's deviation every 122 years, a De Bethune patent from 2004 and still one of the most precise moon phase mechanisms in the industry. The MovementPowering this watch is the manual-wound calibre DB2105V5, composed of 249 parts and beating at 28,800 vph, the power reserve is a full 6 days, delivered through De Bethune's self-regulating twin barrel, an innovation the Manufacture patented in 2004 and has continued to refine since. The technical story here is De Bethune's own accumulated patent portfolio: a titanium balance wheel with white gold inserts, optimized for temperature variation and air resistance and patented in 2016; the Manufacture's own balance spring with a flat terminal curve, patented in 2006; a silicon escape wheel; and a triple pare-chute shock-absorbing system dating to 2005. Finishing is handled with the same rigor as the rest of the DB25 line—a rhodium-plated bridge cover decorated with Côtes De Bethune, a flat-polished barrel bridge cover, and hand-snailed barrels, all visible through the display case back. On the Wrist & PriceOn the wrist, the drop from 44 mm to 40.6 mm is immediately felt. The DB25L always wore with a certain formality that kept it firmly in dress-watch territory; the Silver Moon sits lower and closer to the wrist, and the barleycorn guilloché catches light in a way that photographs undersell. The moon-phase arc reads clearly at a glance without ever overwhelming the dial, and the rose gold hands provide just enough warmth against the silver-toned guilloché and blued titanium to keep the whole face from feeling cold.Positioned within De Bethune's broader DB25 range, the Silver Moon sits toward the more accessible end, trading some of the visual drama of the brand's Starry Varius models for a tighter, more classically proportioned execution of the same spherical moon technology.Sticker Price CHF 82,000—approx USD 100,000. For more info on De Bethune, click here. 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USD USD 69,000.

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Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Goodies Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find Insider: IWC Big Pilot's Watch Perpetual Calendar ProSet—Olive Dial, Gold Case, Show Me the Money When Kurt Klaus engineered IWC's first perpetual calendar in 1985, the mechanism came with an unspoken condition: let the power reserve run out, and you were in for a careful, sequenced correction to avoid damaging the calendar. IWC chipped away at that over the years, eventually allowing crown-based adjustments, but the fundamental constraint remained until Watches and Wonders Geneva 2026, where the ProSet mechanism changed the equation entirely. Forward or backward, through a single crown position, without consequence. It is the kind of improvement that makes you wonder why it took this long.The new IWC Big Pilot's Watch Perpetual Calendar ProSet in 5N 18K gold with an olive-green sunray dial ref. IW329602 is the other version we got our hands on at the show, and it is a more interesting watch than the specification sheet suggests. The material pairing does something unexpected: gold and olive-green resolving into something coherent and quietly compelling. We previously covered the Big Pilot's Watch Perpetual Calendar ProSet Le Petit Prince—the white ceramic-cased variant with a midnight-blue gradient dial—and the two watches make for an instructive contrast in how the same movement and mechanism can read entirely differently depending on the material and dial choices surrounding them. Things to Know About the WatchAt 42 mm across and 14 mm tall, the proportions sit at the more wearable end of the Big Pilot's range. The 5N gold case—a warm rose-gold alloy—is not the obvious choice for a pilot's watch, and that is precisely what makes it work. It recontextualizes the olive-green sunray dial, lifting it out of the field-watch register it might occupy in steel and into something with a more deliberate, almost paradoxical luxury character. Water resistance is rated to 100 meters, with a screw-down crown.The ProSet module is what the entire collection launch is built around, and rightly so. The architecture is fully gear-based, protected by five patents, and delivers something no previous IWC perpetual calendar offered: the ability to correct the calendar in either direction from the same crown position used to set the time. Producing it required the LIGA microstructuring process—combining lithography and electroplating to achieve tolerances that conventional manufacturing cannot reach. The engineering here is substantive, not cosmetic. The dial layout follows the established Big Pilot's perpetual calendar format: day, date, month, and moon phase distributed across four subdials, with a four-digit year display sitting between 7 and 8 o'clock. That year display remains one of the more genuinely useful details on any perpetual calendar currently in production. The Double Moon complication tracks the lunar phase across both hemispheres simultaneously, with a deviation of just 1 day over 1,040 years. The watch wears on a green buffalo leather strap, which echoes the dial colour without replicating it. The MovementCalibre 82665 is IWC's in-house perpetual calendar movement with the ProSet module built in. The self-winding Pellaton system drives it, with ceramic components in the winding mechanism reducing wear to negligible levels over time. Power reserve comes in at 60 hours. The display caseback offers a clear view of the rotor and the movement architecture beneath it—worth a look, particularly given the engineering complexity of the ProSet module. On the Wrist & PriceWhat holds this watch together in person is the dial. Olive-green is a color that can easily read as flat or indecisive on a watch dial, but the sunray finish prevents that entirely, as the surface shifts with the light angle, moving between a muted, almost grey-green and something considerably richer and more saturated. Against the 5N gold case, it never tips into the military aesthetic it might suggest in another material. The green buffalo leather strap sits naturally against both elements without demanding attention.Sticker Price USD 54,700. For more information on IWC, click here. 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USD Latest Home Watch Brands A. Lange & Söhne Angelus Armin Strom Arnold & Son Artisans de Genève Audemars Piguet Baume & Mercier Bell & Ross Blancpain Breguet Breitling Bremont Bvlgari Budget Watches Cartier Chopard CVSTOS Czapek Genève De Bethune Ferdinand Berthoud F.P. Journe Girard-Perregaux Glashütte Original Grand Seiko Greubel Forsey Hermès H Moser & Cie Hublot HYT IWC Jacob & Co. Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Goodies Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find Insider: IWC Big Pilot's Perpetual Calendar ProSet Le Petit Prince—Set It Backward or Forward Without Damaging It IWC has been making perpetual calendars since Kurt Klaus engineered the first one in 1985. For forty years, that complication carried a quiet provision until you let the watch run out of its power reserve, at which point correction was required in a sequence to prevent damaging the mechanism. While IWC had already improved that by allowing the user to set the perpetual calendar via the crown many years ago, the ProSet mechanism, which debuted at Watches and Wonders Geneva 2026, removes that provision entirely as the Perpetual Calendar ProSet can be adjusted both forward and backward via a single crown position, making calendar adjustments as simple and intuitive as setting the time.The IWC Big Pilot's Watch Perpetual Calendar ProSet Le Petit Prince variant—ref. IW339601—, which we reviewed and photographed at the show —pairs this engineering breakthrough with the midnight-blue gradient sunray dial that has defined the Saint-Exupéry editions since 2013, now marking twenty years of IWC's collaboration with the author's estate. And by the way, Le Petit Prince is one of our all-time favorite books, and every adult with an inner child should read it in their lifetime. Things to Know About the WatchThe 42.9 mm case is white zirconium oxide ceramic, which is lighter than steel, harder, and highly scratch-resistant. The contrast between the white case and the deep blue gradient dial is sharper and more arresting in person than any press image conveys. The crown and caseback ring are stainless steel, with the screw-down crown maintaining 100-meter water resistance. The ProSet calendar module is the headline: a fully gear-based architecture protected by five patents that allows both forward and backward corrections through a single crown position, the same position used to set the time. Many of its components require the LIGA process—a high-precision microstructuring technique combining lithography and electroplating—to manufacture at the required tolerances. The result is a perpetual calendar that behaves the way all perpetual calendars should have from the start. As it is the norm for IWC for a decade, the perpetual calendar displays day of the week, date, month, and moon phase across four subdials, with the four-digit year display between 7 and 8 o'clock—among the most practically useful details on any perpetual calendar dial. The Double Moon display shows the lunar phase simultaneously in both hemispheres, with the re-engineered gear train achieving a deviation of just 1 day over 1,040 years.The white rubber strap is equipped with the EasX-CHANGE system for tool-free swap. The MovementThe IWC-manufactured Calibre 82665 integrates the ProSet module into the Big Pilot's proven perpetual calendar architecture. The Pellaton winding system, reinforced with virtually wear-free ceramic components, delivers a 60-hour power reserve. Through the sapphire crystal back of the display case, one can admire ‘The Little Prince’ — Le Petit Prince — on a pink-gold medallion affixed to the oscillating weight. On the Wrist & PriceThe ceramic case delivers immediately on its material promise as the watch is perceptibly lighter than the steel Big Pilot at the same diameter, and the smooth white surface reads as a premium material choice rather than a technical substitute. Under the usual bad lighting at Palexpo, where Watches and Wonders takes place, the blue gradient held its depth convincingly, deepening toward the periphery and drawing attention to the subdial architecture at the center. Setting the calendar backward—something no traditional perpetual calendar permits without a service visit—worked exactly as described: intuitive, immediate, and without risking damage to the mechanism. This is the most practical perpetual calendar IWC has produced in forty years of building them, dressed in the most recognizable dial the brand has made in the last twenty years.Sticker Price USD 41,600. For more information on IWC, click here. Insider: IWC Big Pilot's Watch Perpetual Calendar ProSet—Olive Dial, Gold Case, Show Me the Money Insider: IWC Big Pilot's Perpetual Calendar ProSet Le Petit Prince—Set It Backward or Forward Without Damaging It Introducing: IWC Pilot's Venturer Vertical Drive—The Crownless Watch for Space (Live Photos) Introducing: IWC Ingenieur Tourbillon 41 Gold—A Stunning Olive Green Statement Piece (Live Photos) Introducing: IWC Ingenieur Perpetual Calendar 41 Titanium—Light and Monochromatic (Live Photos) Introducing: IWC Big Pilot's Watch Perpetual Calendar Ceralume—Alive in the Dark (Live Photos) Introducing: IWC Ingenieur Automatic 42 in Dark Olive Green Ceramic (Live Photos) Insider: IWC Pilot's Watch Performance Chronograph Perpetual Calendar Digital Date-Month News: IWC Schaffhausen Becomes Official Timekeeper of VAST Space Habitation Posted on May 8, 2026 by Editor & Publisher and filed under WW2026, IWC and tagged 2026 Most Popular IWC Watches and Wonders 2026 Perpetual Calendars IWC Big Pilot's Perpetual Calendar ProSet Le Petit Prince. 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USD USD 86,400.

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Hands-On Review with Live Photos. Jaeger-LeCoultre recently unveiled a new iteration of its Master Control Calendar, and we rushed to the New York City boutique to conduct a proper hands-on review immediately—please excuse the protective stickers. When we first handled the watch in person and strapped it on, the first words that came out were “this is so good.” This isn't a watch that shouts for attention but that whispers sophistication with that subtle nod to vintage sector dials in a modern execution that is simply flawless. Limited to just 500 pieces, this watch continues to show how the Grande Maison evolves its classical complications for contemporary tastes. Things to Know About the Watch Cased in a perfectly sized 40 mm stainless steel case, the dial is the star of the show. The two-tone grey dial plays with light in fascinating ways. The grained texture genuinely changes character under different lighting conditions. The lighter grey center section, housing the day and month windows at 12 o'clock, contrasts beautifully with the darker grey hour ring and outer date track. The grained finish is very refined in person—not aggressive, but creating subtle depth that prevents the dial from feeling flat. White day and month discs with black printing are crisp and instantly legible. The small seconds subdial at 6 o'clock doubles as the moon phase display against a deep blue sky dotted with stars. Tiny red accents on the date hand and hour markers provide just enough contrast without disrupting the dial's sophisticated restraint. The faceted triangular applied markers and the dauphine hands play in symphony with anthracite finishing. In an era when many brands chase attention with bold colors or oversized cases, Jaeger-LeCoultre's approach continues to feel mature and confident. No wonder we like to say that Jaeger-LeCoultre should be part of the ‘Holy Trinity of Watchmaking’ alongside Patek Philippe and Vacheron Constantin. This isn't a watch that dominates conversations, but it rewards the wearer with subtle details and genuine craftsmanship revealed over time. One thing we loved about the dial layout is how Jaeger-LeCoultre managed to have a peripheral date indicator that jumps between the 15th and 16th of the month to avoid blocking the bottom part of the dial in a way that there is no obstruction of the moon phase indication on those dates. As a reference to such mechanical feat, you will notice the words in French ‘QUANTIEME à DATE SAUTANTE’—jumping date calendar—at the bottom of the dial. The finishing is impeccable—polished and brushed surfaces executed with precision. The faceted Dauphine hands provide excellent legibility, and their mixed finishes help them stand out against both light and dark grey dial sections. The black calfskin strap is supple and comfortable immediately, with an interchangeable double folding clasp. The Movement: Proven ExcellencePowering the new Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Control Calendar Two-Tone Grey Dial is the in-house automatic calibre 866 composed of 344 parts and 34 jewels. This movement delivers the complete calendar complication—day, date, month, and moon phases—with lineage stretching to the 1940s and a confident 70-hour power reserve. Fully visible via the sapphire crystal display case back, one can ensure the care that was taken as far as movement finishing as well as the precision safeguarded by the "1000 Hours Control" certification that has long represented the brand's philosophy of technical rigor paired with stylistic restraint. On the Wrist & PriceAt 40 mm, this Master Control Calendar wears exceptionally well. On my 7.5-inch wrist, it felt perfectly proportioned. The stainless steel case features polished bezels and lug tops that catch light nicely, while brushed case sides prevent it from looking too formal. You can wear this watch to business meetings, casual weekend outings, and a semi-formal dinners. The two-tone grey dial proved remarkably versatile—more contemporary than traditional white or silver dials, yet maintaining enough classical restraint for professional settings. Meanwhile, the 70-hour power reserve proves genuinely useful. You could remove the watch on Friday evening and pick it back up on Monday morning without the need to reset the calendar—a practical advantage for multi-watch wearers.At its price point, this Master Control Calendar occupies an interesting market proposition. You're getting an in-house movement from one of Switzerland's most reputable manufactures with a ton of pedigree, a complete calendar complication with excellent finishing, a 500-piece limited edition, and distinctive aesthetics that set it well apart from other watches in this price range.Sticker Price USD 15,300. For more info on Jaeger-LeCoultre click here. Posted on October 3, 2025 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Jaeger-LeCoultre and tagged 2025 Most Popular Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Control Calendar Two-Tone Grey Dial Annual Calendars. 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USD Latest Home Watch Brands A. Lange & Söhne Angelus Armin Strom Arnold & Son Artisans de Genève Audemars Piguet Baume & Mercier Bell & Ross Blancpain Breguet Breitling Bremont Bvlgari Budget Watches Cartier Chopard CVSTOS Czapek Genève De Bethune Ferdinand Berthoud F.P. Journe Girard-Perregaux Glashütte Original Grand Seiko Greubel Forsey Hermès H Moser & Cie Hublot HYT IWC Jacob & Co. Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Goodies Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find Insider: L. Leroy 'Bal du Temps' Minute Repeater Tourbillon—Two Centuries of Timekeeping, Struck on Demand Founded in Paris in 1785 by Charles Leroy, L.Leroy is one of the oldest and most storied names in French watchmaking—appointed watchmaker to the royal court, then official supplier to the French Naval Ministry in 1835, a position it held longer than any other manufacturer. The house produced over 2,200 marine chronometers before electronic navigation rendered mechanical precision timekeeping at sea obsolete. After years of dormancy, the Maison returned with intention at Geneva Watch Days last year, marking its 240th anniversary with the Osmior Bal du Temps—a minute repeater and flying tourbillon in a single contemporary case. Luckily for us, L.Leroy had these watches ready for our visit during Watches and Wonders Geneva 2026 two weeks ago, so we could work on this hands-on review.The L.Leroy 'Bal du Temps' Minute Repeater Tourbillon is available in three references, and each has a distinct chromatic identity: ALD blue for the platinum (Ref. LL306/1), anthracite with gold for the red gold (Ref. LL305/1), and rhodium silver with an ALD-blue hand for the titanium (Ref. LL307/1). Each material tier reads as a genuinely different watch rather than the same design in different metals. View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize Things to Know About the Watch"Bal du Temps"—dance of time—is both a poetic name and an apt technical description. The L.Leroy 'Bal du Temps' Minute Repeater Tourbillon watch displays the hour with a single central hour hand; activated by a slider at the 9 o'clock position, one can read the minutes acoustically via the minute repeater mechanism, chiming the hours, quarter hours, and the minutes, all differentiated by distinct tones struck by two hammers on two gongs on the back of the watch. The dial is where the Bal du Temps makes its strongest visual argument, as there is no solid dial plate; the movement is the dial itself. The ALD-treated blue hour chapter ring on ref. LL306/1 in platinum frames an entirely open center, through which the movement is exposed in full: gear trains, repeater mechanism, and the flying tourbillon cage at 6 o'clock are all visible simultaneously, shifting with every movement of the wrist. The blue ring carries applied rhodium Arabic numerals in L.Leroy's signature style with a single matching rhodium hour hand. The minimalism of the time display is deliberate, drawing the eye inward to the mechanics rather than competing with them. The "Swiss Made" inscription sits quietly at the base of the chapter ring, the only text besides the brand signature near 12. The 43 mm tambour-shaped platinum .950 case measures 13.80 mm thick, with a domed sapphire crystal and 11.10 mm without. The sapphire crystal on the dial and case back sides is treated with anti-reflective coating. The polished domed bezel, fluted crown engraved with the double "L" monogram, and a caseback ring with frosted and polished relief engravings carry finishing details through to every surface. Water resistance is 30 meters, and the watches are delivered on a black alligator strap with large scales lined with small-scale alligator and tone-on-tone stitching. The strap is secured by an open-worked folding clasp in matching case material engraved with the Maison's signature mark. The flying tourbillon at 6 o'clock completes one rotation per minute beneath a polished titanium bridge engraved with the intertwined Leroy double "L" monogram. Production is limited, reflecting both the movement's complexity and the brand's deliberate positioning. The MovementPowering the L.Leroy 'Bal du Temps' is the manual-wound calibre L610SQ. This movement, produced exclusively in Geneva for L.Leroy is composed of 321 components and equipped with variable-inertia balance wheel with flat balance spring, a Swiss lever escapement, and a single barrel delivering a 90-hour power reserve. The minute repeater operates on two gongs with two hammers. On the Wrist & PriceOn the wrist, the L.Leroy Bal du Temps wears much smaller than its 43 mm case suggests. The tambour case distributes the case mass proportionally, and the polished platinum profile against the blue ALD chapter ring gives it a quiet, almost understated presence from a distance. Despite its platinum construction, the watch weighs 168 grams. The black alligator strap keeps the wrist feel slim and formal; its tone-on-tone stitching and open-worked platinum folding clasp are consistent with the overall restraint. This is a grand complication that wears its presence unambiguously. Two of watchmaking's most demanding complications, 240 years of pedigree, and three material expressions for the Bal du Temps make a case that L.Leroy's return is on the right track.Sticker Price USD 348,000 for platinum, USD 333,000 for 18K 5N red gold, and USD 300,000 for titanium. More info on L.Leroy here. Insider: Konstantin Chaykin ThinKing Mystery—Hands-on with the World's Thinnest Mechanical Watch Introducing: Mauron Musy MU09 NODE°—Equipped with a Revolutionary Gasket-Free Sealing System Introducing: The Armoury x Naoya Hida & Co. 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Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Goodies Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find Insider: Louis Moinet 1816 Chronograph in Two Versions—One of Our Favorite Watches from the Independents For Watches and Wonders 2026, Les Ateliers Louis Moinet returned to the 1816 Chronograph—introduced here last July—with a new edition that adds a touch of color to an already compelling timepiece. The architecture remains unchanged: named for the year its creator invented the chronograph, built around a dial layout drawn directly from the original compteur de tierces. What changes this time is the palette. This pair of watches celebrates the 210th anniversary of Louis Moinet's invention, and the latest iteration’s chosen hue is champagne. Things to Know About the WatchThe grade 5 titanium case arrives unchanged from the original 1816 Chronograph measuring 40.6 mm in diameter with a double-gadroon profile that alternates between polished and satin-finished surfaces, and assembled from 51 individual components. Louis Moinet's Directoire-era semi-bassine silhouette is preserved in full, the fleur-de-lys winding crown—emblem of Bourges, Moinet's birthplace—still anchoring the profile between two quietly placed pushers. The dial is what differentiates this edition. A warm champagne tone saturates the dial plate and the three subdial centers, introducing depth and warmth in place of the rhodium original's deliberately cool restraint. The reference point here isn't decorative, it's mechanical. The hue is intended to echo the gilded bridges of the LM1816 calibre itself, allowing the movement's character to define the watch's palette. Rhodium-plated rings on the counters establish a clear visual hierarchy, maintaining legibility against the warmer ground. Heat-blued steel hands across the chronograph, totalizers, and openworked hours and minutes’ hands provide the necessary contrast. The most historically deliberate change appears on the 12-hour totalizer, which now carries Roman numerals in place of Arabic ones, a direct citation of the 1816 instrument from which this watch descends. On paper, it is a small shift; in practice, it reads differently—more archival, more directly connected to the source pocket watch. The dial layout is unchanged, with a small running seconds subdial at 10 o’clock, a 30-minute jumping chronograph totalizer at 2 o’clock—arranged symmetrically across the upper half of the dial—, and the 12-hour chronograph totalizer at 6 o’clock, the outer flange is divided into six-minute-increment steps and secured with four blued-steel screws. The grade 5 titanium bracelet with its "Project BRIDGE" design marks the first metal bracelet Louis Moinet has ever produced for his watches, and this time it receives champagne DLC coating on its intermediate links. The finish picks up the dial color at the wrist, tracing the U-shaped architecture of those links and drawing the bracelet into visual conversation with the dial without forcing the association. The bracelet is equipped with a double-folding deployant clasp. The MovementPowering the Louis Moinet 1816 Chronograph in both of its versions is the Calibre LM1816 that was developed from scratch in collaboration with Concepto. The dial defined the movement, not the reverse. The result is a manual-wound column-wheel chronograph composed of 330 parts and 34 jewels, and which beats at 28,800 vph to provide a 48-hour power reserve when fully wound. Through the display sapphire case back, one can admire the beautiful movement—one of the nicest chronograph movements we’ve reviewed—finished with gold-plated bridges, blued screws, and synthetic ruby jewels in sharp relief. A movement that rewards the look. The instantaneous jumping minute counter is the mechanical centerpiece of this movement. Where a trailing chronograph counter advances continuously, the jumping mechanism snaps the totalizer hand to the next minute precisely at the 60-second mark, enabling error-free elapsed-minute readings at a glance. A wolf-tooth wheel, cam, rocker, and pawl execute this, with an isolator built into the reset to protect the mechanism on flyback. Meanwhile, the column wheel coordinates start, stop, and reset with the smooth, deliberate engagement expected at this level. On the Wrist & PriceThe 1816 Chronograph wears slightly smaller than its actual size and is very light on the wrist, weighing 117.8 grams. Both versions confirm what Louis Moinet understood about proportion when the original 1816 was conceived: a chronograph of this complication doesn't require size to communicate authority. The champagne edition commands more attention with its warm dial, which immediately draws the eye, and the heat-blued hands gain contrast against it, reading more dramatically in person than in press photography. The Project BRIDGE bracelet's champagne DLC intermediate links earn their keep: the color relationship between bracelet and dial feels considered rather than coordinated. On the other hand, the rhodium version is the quieter proposition with its monochromatic cloak. The blued hands do their work with less impact against the silver dial in a more restrained way that is closer in character to the original instrument.Sticker Price USD 43,500 for the champagne dial and USD 42,500 for the rhodium silver dial. For more info on Louis Moinet click here. News: Jean-Marie Schaller, Founder of Les Ateliers Louis Moinet, Has Passed Insider: Louis Moinet 1816 Tourbillon Chronograph—113 Grams of High Horology Insider: Louis Moinet 1816 Chronograph in Two Versions—One of Our Favorite Watches from the Independents Introducing: Louis Moinet 1816 Chronograph Champagne—A Two-Tone Iteration Introducing: Louis Moinet Tourbillon Puzzle Fire Horse—Celebrating Chinese New Year Introducing: Louis Moinet 1816 Chronograph. The Return of Horological History. Introducing: Louis Moinet Starman. A Tourbillon with Meteorites on its Dial and the Solar System on its Back. Introducing: Louis Moinet Astronef Techno Unique Piece Introducing: Louis Moinet Maya Eclipse. Just in Time for the SIAR 2022. Posted on April 29, 2026 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Louis Moinet, WW2026 and tagged 2026 Most Popular Louis Moinet Louis Moinet 1816 Chronograph Champagne Chronographs Watches and Wonders 2026 Louis Moinet 1816 Chronograph Silver Dial. Advertisement Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle FOLLOW US LATEST FEATURES Perspective: Messi Plays His Last World Cup—Six Tournaments, Three Legends, and the Watches Built for the Most Beautiful Game Introducing: MB&F Horological Machine No.12 The Guardian—The Watch That Becomes a Robot's Head (Live Photos) Insider: Breguet Tradition Seconde Rétrograde 7035—Blue Grand Feu Enamel and Open Architecture in Rose Gold From the Editor: A Conversation With A. Lange & Söhne's CEO Wilhelm Schmid in Chicago—"Is That Not a Sign?" 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Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Goodies Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find Insider: Louis Moinet 1816 Tourbillon Chronograph—113 Grams of High Horology In 1816, Louis Moinet—artist, clockmaker, and scientist—completed the Compteur de Tierces, the world's first chronograph. Built to time astronomical observations with extraordinary precision, it was an instrument so ahead of its era that its design language remains startlingly modern 210 years later. Les Ateliers Louis Moinet, the contemporary manufacture bearing his name, has spent two decades translating that founding object into haute horlogerie. The 1816 Tourbillon Chronograph is the most complete expression of that mission to date. The new Louis Moinet 1816 Tourbillon Chronograph is limited to just 12 pieces. Things to Know About the WatchThe 40.6 mm case is crafted from polished and satin-finished grade 5 titanium and assembled from 51 individual components. Every design element traces back to the Compteur de Tierces: the Directoire-style semi-bassine profile, smooth case middle with double gadroon, monopusher at two o'clock, and a crown adorned with the fleur-de-lys—the emblem of Bourges, Moinet's birthplace. The integrated grade 5 titanium bracelet features broad architectural links in alternating satin and polished finishes. The rhodium-plated dial layers satin-brushed and bead-blasted surfaces, with Arabic numeral subdials for small seconds and a 30-minute counter. A ruby-set barrel flanked by polished screws adds a technical accent at the subdial centers. The flying tourbillon cage at six o'clock receives blue DLC coating; blued steel is used for the chronograph seconds hand, subdial hands, and four case screws—an elegant chromatic contrast against the grey dial. The monopusher chronograph is buttery smooth and one of the best watches at Watches and Wonders Geneva 2026.This watch combines two historically significant complications: a column-wheel monopusher chronograph and a flying tourbillon with an off-centered cage. The pairing is an intentional tribute as Louis Moinet invented the chronograph, and his close friend Abraham-Louis Breguet invented the tourbillon. View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize The MovementPowering the Louis Moinet 1816 Tourbillon Chronograph is the in-house calibre LM114, which is a manual-wound movement with a double barrel delivering 96 hours of power reserve while beating at a frequency of 28,800 vph when fully wound. The movement is assembled at Louis Moinet's ateliers in Les Breuleux. On the Wrist & PriceOn the wrist, the 1816 Tourbillon Chronograph reads exactly as it should: clean, assured, and quietly spectacular. The silver rhodium dial gives the blue DLC tourbillon cage room to command attention without competing with anything else on the dial. At 40.6 mm in grade 5 titanium and a total weight of 113 grams, the watch wears with genuine lightness, and the integrated bracelet sits flush with an architectural confidence that matches the case. For a tourbillon chronograph, it is a remarkably composed watch. Sticker Price USD 135,000. For more info on Louis Moinet, click here. 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Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Goodies Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find Insider: Patek Philippe Celestial Sunrise and Sunset ref. 6105G-001—The Sky Over Geneva, on Your Wrist Patek Philippe's Celestial complication occupies its own category as a watch that displays not just the time but the sky itself, mapping the apparent motion of stars, the moon's orbit and phases, and the arc of the sun as seen from a specific latitude in a celestial chart. The reference 6105G-001 is the newest iteration of this idea, and it arrived at Watches and Wonders Geneva 2026 with an architecture that genuinely surprises. Featuring a white gold case inspired by space module design—not sure why Patek Philippe chose to go this route—, a sapphire-crystal dial showing the Geneva sky in real time, and the first Celestial in the manufacture's history to indicate both sunrise and sunset times, as well as summer time to winter time correction. This watch required more than five years of development and six patent filings. This is not a watch that arrived quickly or easily. Things to Know About the Watch and How it WorksThe Patek Philippe Celestial Sunrise and Sunset is equipped with an 18K white gold case that measures 47 mm in diameter and 12.39 mm in thickness, which is extremely massive for any Patek Philippe we can think of. Although the size seems justified by what it contains and displays, it wears differently than a conventional 47 mm watch, given that the visual weight is borne almost entirely by the dial rather than the case. The surfaces combine polished and sandblasted finishes with deliberate contrast, and the ‘X’ shape geometric pattern applied to the case flanks and solid case back is drawn directly from the architecture of space modules with a vaguely futuristic approach that we personally don’t like, and we think that it has no room in a watch from Patek Philippe, and furthermore, at this price point. The lugs and crown follow the same logic, giving the 6105G-001 certain visual language from every angle. Three case correctors are used to set the date (7 o'clock), the summer time +1 hour (9 o'clock), and the winter time −1 hour (10 o'clock). The crown at 4 o’clock features the Calatrava cross, while the crown at 2 o’clock features a moon and stars on bass relief. These two crowns govern everything. The 4 o'clock crown handles winding while pushed in and time-setting when pulled out. The 2 o’clock crown features a disengageable system: turning it clockwise produces no effect. To put it in position 2, the wearer must first press the crown, then rotate it to engage the setting function. Once the adjustment is complete, pressing the crown while rotating it clockwise returns it to its initial position, safely disengaging all correction functions. The 2 o'clock crown adjusts the annual index counterclockwise when the crown is pushed in and engaged; the moon when pulled out and rotated clockwise (position 2), and the sky chart while pulled out and rotated counterclockwise (position 3). The Dial and Its IndicationsThe sapphire-crystal dial is where the watch earns its place in the conversation. The dial is indeed a live sky chart with an ellipse representing the precise portion of the sky visible from Geneva—and from any city sharing its latitude. Three superposed rotating disks—each just 0.2mm thick—are used to simulate the apparent movement of stars, moon phases, and the moon's angular motion in real time. The bottom shapphire disk—with 279 teeth—tracks the moon's orbital position and drives a planetary gear system displaying moon phases. Above it, a 356-tooth wheel rotates a transparent disk depicting the sky chart on one side and the Milky Way on the reverse. The sapphire crystal's inner elliptical contour frames the portion of sky visible from Geneva's latitude. This required precision across 25 billion gear-ratio combinations. The optimized results yield remarkably small deviations—0.05 seconds per day for the lunar day, 0.088 seconds per day for the sidereal day, and just 4.203 seconds per lunation for moon phases. The moon is tracked across its full orbit, with both its phase and its angular motion displayed. Dedicated thin white hands indicate the exact time of sunrise and sunset for the current date, updating continuously per daily daylight variation as the year progresses and the solar arc shifts. The sunrise and sunset times are indicated on two white quadrant scales—quarter-circular gauge-style imprinted white—located between 3 and 5 o’clock—marked ‘E’ for East: Sunrise—and between 9 and 7 o’clock—marked ‘W’ for West: Sunset. A meridian function tracks the passage times for both Sirius and the Moon. A summer/winter time correction mechanism is operated by dedicated pushers at 9 and 10 o'clock.The date is displayed on a peripheral disk running around the outer edge of the dial, indicated by a red-varnished hand that serves as a useful chromatic anchor against the black backdrop of the rotating celestial chart, executed over a smoked translucent sapphire crystal. Skeletonized hour and minute hands in white gold with white varnish sit above the dial, readable without disrupting the celestial display beneath them. A patented corrector system allows the wearer to adjust the displayed time and the sunrise and sunset indications simultaneously during daylight saving transitions—a practical function that speaks to the level of thought invested in making this complication genuinely usable rather than merely spectacular. The integrated, ventilated black composite strap features a distinctive X-shaped pattern that echoes the case’s geometric language, fastened with a patented fold-over clasp in white gold. Honestly, the design of the strap is nice but we feel that Patek Philippe is trying too hard to make this watch look sportier than it should be and reminding us to certain extent of a territory that is more suitable for a brand like Audemars Piguet. The MovementPowering the Celestial Sunrise and Sunset ref. 6105G-001 is the in-house self-winding calibre 240 C LU CL LCSO that took more than five years to develop. This automatic movement is equipped with a 22K gold off-center micro-rotor, and the movement is just 7.93 mm thick, a remarkable achievement given that the sunrise and sunset mechanism alone adds 121 components to the base of the previous Celestial movement. Composed of 426 parts, the movement provides a power reserve of 48 hours. The movement is protected by a solid case back that carries the same ‘X’ space-module patterning as the flanks, as well as a Calatrava cross at the center, with polished and sandblasted finishes. On the Wrist & PriceOn the wrist, the Celestial ref. 6105G-001 wears big but is not uncomfortable. This is a watch built for the collector who treats the wrist as a display surface for genuine horological intellectual curiosity. Due to its case and strap construction, this watch looks more like a precision instrument that was purposefully calibrated as a tool, more than a timepiece. The sunrise and sunset functions elevate it beyond the existing Celestial family in a meaningful way. Without a doubt, one of the most singular watches introduced at Watches and Wonders Geneva 2026, and one that for sure will not accommodate just any wrist because of its 47 mm case size.Sticker Price USD 437,610. For more info on Patek Philippe click here. 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USD Latest Home Watch Brands A. Lange & Söhne Angelus Armin Strom Arnold & Son Artisans de Genève Audemars Piguet Baume & Mercier Bell & Ross Blancpain Breguet Breitling Bremont Bvlgari Budget Watches Cartier Chopard CVSTOS Czapek Genève De Bethune Ferdinand Berthoud F.P. Journe Girard-Perregaux Glashütte Original Grand Seiko Greubel Forsey Hermès H Moser & Cie Hublot HYT IWC Jacob & Co. Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Goodies Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find Insider: Richard Mille RM 33-03 Carbon TPT 5N Red Gold—New Skeletonized Automatic with Micro-Rotor Richard Mille's latest creation, the RM 33-03 Automatic, marries the sporty essence of their signature tonneau aesthetic with the timeless appeal of a circular case. As the successor of the RM 33-02, this timepiece introduces greater mechanical complexity while maintaining exceptional wearability. Available in full Grade 5 titanium or Carbon TPT with 5N red gold middle case and accents like the watch we are reviewing here, the RM 33-03 delivers Richard Mille's uncompromising standards in a surprisingly approachable 41.7 mm package that wears just perfectly. Things to Know About the WatchThe RM 33-03's visual architecture reveals Richard Mille's obsession with three-dimensional design. A semi-instantaneous date display at 5 o'clock features a black PVD-treated titanium disc suspended above its crisp white aperture. More unusually for Richard Mille, a small seconds display at 6 o'clock adds both functional utility and mesmerizing movement to the dial, with mint-green accents. The most striking element emerges from the 18K 5N red gold numerals mounted on rigid titanium rails that hover between the flange and the movement, creating extraordinary depth and dimensionality. This structural storytelling demands exceptionally thin components and surgical precision in execution. View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize Both variants showcase cutting-edge materials. The tripartite case, secured by titanium spline screws, combines a carbon TPT bezel and case back with a satin-brushed middle case in 5N red gold. The case measures 41.7 mm in diameter and 9.7 mm in thickness. The entire watch—case, movement, strap, and buckle—weighs a mere 73.4 grams, a figure that seems almost impossible given the technical complexity within and the use of 5N red gold for the middle case and clasp. Extremely light, it delivers remarkable lightness on the wrist while maintaining scratch resistance and visual appeal. The crown, in a combination of titanium and 5N red gold, is very unique in shape and resembles a torque wrench. The MovementAt the heart of the RM 33-03 beats the newly developed RMXP3 calibre, an ultra-slim automatic movement measuring just 3.28 mm in thickness. This remarkable thinness is achieved through an ingenious off-centered monobloc micro-rotor crafted from solid platinum, a material choice that transcends mere luxury. The platinum's density and positioning create optimal winding efficiency while maintaining the movement's compact architecture, mounted on ceramic ball bearings for whisper-quiet bi-directional operation.The movement's foundation rests upon a Grade 5 titanium baseplate enhanced with Titalyt treatment, an electroplasma oxidation process that transforms the metal's surface properties. Combined with black PVD-treated bridges, this construction achieves exceptional rigidity and surface flatness essential for consistent timekeeping. The variable-inertia balance operates at 21,600 vph with four adjustable micro-weights, allowing nuanced regulation without altering the hairspring's length. The power reserve delivers approximately 40 hours. The movement visible through the display case back is a real treat for the eyes. On the Wrist & PriceOn the wrist, the RM 33-03 Automatic wears incredibly well and with a featherlight presence. Without a doubt, it represents one of the brand's most wearable offerings. The lightness of this watch exemplifies Richard Mille's mastery of advanced materials, where the marriage of 5N red gold and Carbon TPT achieves structural integrity without mass. The slim profile dramatically enhances wrist comfort, while the case's rounded contours ensure perfect skin contact.The skeletonized calibre, visible from both sides, transforms the watch into a kinetic sculpture, revealing layers of technical artistry at every angle. This watch represents Richard Mille's philosophy in its purest form: uncompromising engineering meets wearable luxury. For those seeking the brand's technical prowess in a package that balances everyday wearability with unmistakable presence, the RM 33-03 Carbon TPT 5N Red Gold delivers exceptional value within the Richard Mille universe.Sticker Price CHF 145,000 Swiss Francs—approx USD 181,500. For more info on Richard Mille click here. Introducing: Richard Mille RM HJ-02 In-House Automatic Tourbillon—Turning Jewelry Into Movement Architecture Introducing: Richard Mille RM 07-01 Colored Ceramics 2026—The Final Chapter Introducing: Richard Mille RM 41-01 Tourbillon Soccer. From Kickoff to Final Whistle at 2 Million Dollars. Insider: Richard Mille RM 33-03 Carbon TPT 5N Red Gold—New Skeletonized Automatic with Micro-Rotor Introducing: Richard Mille RM 07-01 Starry Night, RM 07-01 Baguette, RM 07-01 Gourmette, and RM 037 Red Gold Introducing: Richard Mille RM 63-02 Automatic Worldtimer 5N Red Gold and Titanium Introducing: Richard Mille RM 33-03 in Grade 5 Titanium or Carbon TPT with 5N Red Gold. New Skeletonized Automatic Movement with Micro-Rotor. Experience: Richard Mille X Brough Superior RMB01. Watchmaking Meets Motorcycle Mastery. Introducing: Richard Mille RM 30-01 Le Mans Classic Edition. Technical Innovation Meets Racing Heritage. Experience: Opening of the Richard Mille Dallas Boutique in Highland Park Village. Its Décor showcases Richard Mille’s New Retail Design Concept. Introducing: Richard Mille RM 75-01 Flying Tourbillon Sapphire. Where Gothic Architecture Meets Oceanic Transparency. Introducing: Richard Mille RM 43-01 Tourbillon Split-Seconds Chronograph Ferrari (Live Pictures) Posted on January 16, 2026 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Richard Mille and tagged 2026 Most Popular Richard Mille Richard Mille RM 33-03 Automatic Richard Mille RM 33-03 Carbon TPT 5N Red Gold. 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Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Objets d'Art Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find Insider: Roger Dubuis Excalibur Biretrograde Perpetual Calendar Mother-of-Pearl—Evoking the Night Sky For Roger Dubuis, the biretrograde display is not an affectation; it is the founding act. In 1989, six years before the Maison officially existed, Roger Dubuis co-patented the biretrograde mechanism alongside Jean-Marc Wiederrecht, replacing strip springs with spiral springs and rethinking the cam geometry from the ground up. The complication became the cornerstone of the brand he launched in 1995. At Watches and Wonders Geneva 2025, Roger Dubuis marked its 30th anniversary by returning to those roots, releasing the Excalibur Biretrograde Calendar in 18K pink gold—a deliberate and overdue course correction after years of leaning heavily into motorsport partnerships. This year, Roger Dubuis follows that pink gold original with a new expression in the Excalibur Biretrograde Perpetual Calendar Moon Phase with Mother-of-Pearl ecliptic segments and an aventurine moon disc (reference DBEX1178). Things to Know About the WatchThe Excalibur Biretrograde Perpetual Calendar treats its dial as topography rather than surface. Built across multiple planes, it opens onto the movement below while asserting its own structure—bridges, apertures, and subdials placed in a deliberate asymmetry that reads as composed rather than accidental. The layout is very user-friendly, with months at 12 o’clock, moon phase at 6 o’clock—balancing the layout—, and the retrograde arch displays for the day of the week and the date located at 9 and 3 o’clock, respectively, with the same layout as the La Placide Perpetual Calendar.Astral blue tones, deepened by black-blue mother-of-pearl segments, gesture at the night sky the complication was built to track, which is at least an honest reason for the color choice. The moon phase disc is in aventurine and curved 18K yellow gold to add an additional celestial narrative. View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize At 40 mm in 18K pink gold, the triple-lug case with sculpted geometric lines lands where presence and wearability still negotiate rather than fight, its polished and satin-brushed surfaces alternating to work the light. The finishing runs to inner-angle polishing, which no machine can execute and which most owners will never consciously notice—the sort of detail that justifies itself to the wearer long before it justifies itself to anyone else. The Poinçon de Genève hallmark appears on both the dial and the oscillating weight—the placement on the dial required specific approval from the Poinçon de Genève authority. The red accents against the cosmic blue backdrop add the right amount of contrast and sportiness to the watch. The case finishing is exquisitely done, and the screw-down crown is protected by crown guards that are not too prominent. The watch features an interchangeable strap system that allows the wearer to switch straps in seconds. The watch is delivered on an astral blue—black in appearance—calf strap with a pink gold buckle. The MovementThe sapphire case back reveals the calibre RD850-. This automatic movement is certified by the Poinçon de Genève, and executes its biretrograde perpetual calendar with moon phase across 438 components. Beating at 28,800 vph it provides a 60-hour power reserve. Finishing includes Côtes de Genève, wheel-bevelling, burnisher bevelling, frosting, circular graining, perlage, and mirror polishing—each applied by hand to every component. The prestigious Poinçon de Genève certification is prominently displayed on the oscillating weight, which is a modernized version of the 1996 oscillating weight from vintage Roger Dubuis timepieces. A co-founder’s inscription in cursive runs along the movement's periphery, a detail carried over from other references. On the Wrist & PriceOn the wrist, the Excalibur Biretrograde Perpetual Calendar wears true to its size. At 40 mm, the case sits flat and compact; the notched bezel and short angled lugs pull the profile inward rather than letting it sprawl—this is a Roger Dubuis that fits under a shirt cuff, which has not always been a given. Pink gold against the astral blue leather strap does most of the visual work from a distance; up close, the dial resolves into its separate layers, the retrograde day and date scales flanking the openworked center while the moon phase anchors the lower half against a field of aventurine. The blue shifts constantly with the light, going almost slate in shadow and turning distinctly astral when it catches the sun. It wears as a dress watch that never quite behaves like one, and that tension is the point. This watch is limited to 188 pieces only.Sticker Price USD 109,000. For more info on Roger Dubuis click here. Insider: Roger Dubuis Excalibur Biretrograde Perpetual Calendar Mother-of-Pearl—Evoking the Night Sky Introducing: Roger Dubuis Excalibur Biretrograde Calendar in Steel with Integrated Bracelet—Back to its Origins (Live Photos) Introducing: Roger Dubuis Excalibur Spider Pirelli Flyback Chronograph Mexico Edition Introducing: Roger Dubuis Hommage 'La Placide' Perpetual Calendar. A Tribute to the Master Himself. Introducing: Roger Dubuis Excalibur Knights of the Round Table 'The Enchanter Merlin' Introducing: Roger Dubuis Excalibur Spider Flyback Chronograph. Redefining Haute Horlogerie with Only 88 Pieces. News: Roger Dubuis Opens Stunning New Boutique at Maison Birks Downtown Vancouver W&W 2025: Roger Dubuis Excalibur Biretrograde Calendar. Returning to its Roots. (Live Photos) Introducing: Roger Dubuis Excalibur Dragon Monotourbillon. Celebrating the Lunar New Year. Introducing: Roger Dubuis Knights of the Round Table 'Ice and Fire'. A 28-piece Limited Edition. Introducing: Roger Dubuis Excalibur Spider Revuelto Flyback Chronograph Introducing: Roger Dubuis Excalibur Spider Flyback Chronograph Posted on July 24, 2026 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Roger Dubuis and tagged 2026 Most Popular Roger Dubuis Roger Dubuis Excalibur Biretrograde Perpetual Calendar Perpetual Calendars. 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USD Latest Home Watch Brands A. Lange & Söhne Angelus Armin Strom Arnold & Son Artisans de Genève Audemars Piguet Baume & Mercier Bell & Ross Blancpain Breguet Breitling Bremont Bvlgari Budget Watches Cartier Chopard CVSTOS Czapek Genève De Bethune Ferdinand Berthoud F.P. Journe Girard-Perregaux Glashütte Original Grand Seiko Greubel Forsey Hermès H Moser & Cie Hublot HYT IWC Jacob & Co. Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Goodies Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find Insider: Speake-Marin Piccadilly Resilience Gold—Grand Feu Enamel That Speaks Quietly Looking at the photographs from this hands-on review of the new Speake-Marin Piccadilly Resilience Gold is an immediate reminder of what makes this independent watchmaking brand so compelling to collectors who look beyond the obvious. Now with a new-generation 38 mm Piccadilly case in 18K 5N red gold, the watch wears with a presence that belies its more conservative diameter, as the steeply domed Grand Feu enamel dial draws your eye before anything else. This is a watch that rewards slow contemplation. Things to Know About the WatchThe dial of the new Piccadilly Resilience Gold is the centerpiece and the headline. Created using five layers of white Grand Feu enamel, this dial produces a surface with genuine depth that is luminous and slightly three-dimensional. Its unique pale, milky color is a direct result of the process of this challenging art, which requires numerous firings before achieving the desired final result. Grand Feu—great fire—enamel gets its name from the incredible heat required to fuse the enamel powder in a kiln. Enamel is fired at temperatures typically ranging from 800°C to 900°C (1,470°F to 1,650°F), with each layer requiring a separate firing. The process is repeated multiple times—in the case of the Resilience Gold, five layers—meaning the dial goes through the kiln five times, with cooling and inspection between each pass. The high heat fuses powdered glass enamel directly onto the metal substrate, producing the characteristic depth and luminosity that no cold-enamel or printed dial can replicate. It's also why Grand Feu dials are so labor-intensive and carry a significant cost premium, as the rejection rate from cracking, bubbling, or color inconsistency during firing is substantial.Oversized Roman numerals, rendered in glossy black, sit in clean counterpoint to the blued, glossy chemin de fer minute chapter ring, and the blued steel hands, adding a nice touch of chromatic contrast. The signature Speake-Marin small seconds sits between 1 and 2 o'clock—the brand's horological calling card—with a polished blued-steel hand tracking seconds within its own counter. View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize Most striking of all are the heart-shaped polished and blued steel hour and minute hands, a recurring Speake-Marin motif that lands somewhere between artisanal craft and quiet eccentricity. A blued central screw below the ‘Speake Marin’ signature logo adds one more considered detail to a dial that rewards extended observation. The new-generation Piccadilly case measures 10.5 mm thick and is fitted with an anti-reflective sapphire crystal on both the front and back. The MovementPowering the Piccadilly Resilience Gold is the in-house SMA03, a self-winding automatic calibre with a fully integrated tungsten micro-rotor— a meaningful specification at this price point. The movement beats at 28,800 vph with a 52-hour power reserve when fully wound, and its 147 components are finished to a standard that matches the dial's ambitions: a black rhodium-plated mainplate with circular graining, bridges decorated with Côtes de Genève measuring 1.5 mm in width, beveled and hand-polished edges, and 5N gold-plated engraving. The movement is fully visible through the back of the display case and is a real treat for the eyes. On the Wrist & PriceOn the wrist, the proportions of the Piccadilly Resilience Gold are classical without feeling conservative, and the rose gold tone against the blue ostrich strap is an unambiguous success, exquisitely elegant. The 38 mm case sits flat and centered, the ostrich strap softens the wear immediately, and the enamel dial in natural light is genuinely spectacular. A brand with a distinct aesthetic vocabulary, and the Resilience Gold speaks it fluently. At its price, it delivers a serious punch in independent horology. Sticker Price CHF 31,900—approx USD 40,000. More info on Speake-Marin here. Insider: Speake-Marin Piccadilly Resilience Gold—Grand Feu Enamel That Speaks Quietly Introducing: Speake-Marin Ripples Kármán Line—A Stunning Dial in an Ultra-Thin Package (Live Photos) Insider: Speake-Marin Dual Time Terracotta. When Orange Meets Independent Horology. Introducing: Speake-Marin Openworked Tourbillon Purple Hour W&W 2025: Speake-Marin Ripples Gold (Live Photos) Insider: Speake-Marin Ripples Skeleton. The Nicest Open-worked Watch of 2024. Posted on June 4, 2026 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Speake-Marin and tagged 2026 Speake-Marin Speake-Marin Piccadilly Resilience Gold Time Only Watches Independent Watchmaking Most Popular. 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USD Latest Home Watch Brands A. Lange & Söhne Angelus Armin Strom Arnold & Son Artisans de Genève Audemars Piguet Baume & Mercier Bell & Ross Blancpain Breguet Breitling Bremont Bvlgari Budget Watches Cartier Chopard CVSTOS Czapek Genève De Bethune Ferdinand Berthoud F.P. Journe Girard-Perregaux Glashütte Original Grand Seiko Greubel Forsey Hermès H Moser & Cie Hublot HYT IWC Jacob & Co. Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Goodies Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find Insider: Vacheron Constantin Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin Burgundy Dial. Hands-on Review. When the Vacheron Constantin Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin watches with gold-toned or burgundy lacquer dials were released at the end of August, we knew we had to work on separate hands-on reviews for both watches. Well, here we are, bringing you the review of the burgundy lacquer dial 18K white gold Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin ref. 4300V/220G-H151. Cased in a 41.5 mm 18K white gold case with a striking burgundy lacquer dial, we can confidently say this is one of the hottest releases from Vacheron Constantin within the Overseas collection in the last three years. The Star of the Show: The Burgundy DialUndoubtedly, this is one of the most photogenic dials out there, and the burgundy lacquer dial is not only stunning in person but also a chameleon that varies in hue depending on the lighting conditions. Under direct light, it reveals a deep, wine-like richness with subtle variations in tone across the lacquered surface. The translucent quality means it shifts from almost oxblood in shadow to a lighter, more vibrant burgundy in bright conditions, and that’s when the dial becomes alive. Against the cool white gold case, this creates a visual contrast that's sophisticated rather than showy—a difficult balance to strike. The dial layout itself is remarkably legible for a perpetual calendar. The white transfers, the snailed subdials, and the light blue accents for the minute track and the months within the leap-year indication work remarkably well against the burdungy background. Everything remains readable at a glance, which isn't always the case with darker dials or perpetual calendars. And here to make things even better, the moon phase indication with its highly polished finish works remarkably well, adding that bright, captivating touch at 6 o’clock. The Bracelet and Interchangeable Strap System: True VersatilityThe integrated 18K white gold bracelet is a masterpiece. Each half-Maltese cross link flows seamlessly into the next. The bracelet tapers beautifully, and its double-folding deployant clasp is as comfy as it gets. But the real party trick is the interchangeable strap system. Without any tools, you can swap the bracelet for either of the two included rubber straps: one in red—not precisely the same hue as the dial—and another in white. Changing straps or the bracelet takes about 30 seconds once you get the hang of it. The red rubber strap transforms the watch from a more formal look to a casual-elegant, perfect for weekend wear. Meanwhile, the white rubber strap creates an unexpected sporty vibe that works brilliantly for a Miami trip or even the beach—50 meter water resistance—, far more than the burgundy, regardless of its rubber nature. At the bottom, you will find three different wrist shots showcasing the bracelet and the two rubber options. The Movement: Thin is BeautifulTurning the watch over reveals the intricacies of the 36-jewel automatic movement through the sapphire display case back. You can admire the in-house Calibre 1120 QP/1 in all its finished glory. At only 4.05mm thick—yielding an 8.1 total thickness of the watch case—, this movement is a technical tour de force. The 22K oscillating weight features Vacheron Constantin's compass rose motif, which not only looks elegant but also provides smooth, quiet winding. The 40-hour power reserve is very adequate for daily wear, though weekend warriors who decide to leave the watch off during the weekend—who in their right mind would do that anyway—will need to reset the perpetual calendar when putting it back on the wrist on a Monday—unless you conveniently leave the watch on a watch winder, Rapport London would be our brand of choice.The finishing of the movement is in line with what you’d expect from the oldest watch manufacture in the world, which just turned 270 years old. The Côtes de Genève decoration, straight-graining, and meticulous chamfering transform what could be purely functional components into miniature works of art. On the Wrist & PriceOn the wrist, the watch’s technical specs tell part of the story—41.5 mm diameter, 8.1 mm thick—but they don't capture how well this watch actually wears. At 8.1 mm thick, this is genuinely svelte for any watch, let alone one that houses a perpetual calendar. For context, many time-only dress watches are much thicker. The result is a watch that slides effortlessly under a shirt cuff and sits flat against the wrist without the top-heavy feel that plagues many complicated watches or solid gold timepieces. The 41.5 mm case diameter hits the sweet spot for modern proportions. The integrated bracelet design means there are no protruding lugs, so the watch wears slightly smaller than the dimensions suggest. On a 7.5-inch wrist, it felt perfectly proportioned—substantial enough to have presence, but not so large as to feel ostentatious. The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin occupies a unique space: refined yet sporty, complicated yet wearable, exclusive yet not ostentatious. And that right there is why the brand has 270 years of uninterrupted history. If you know, you know.Sticker Price USD 120,000. For more info on Vacheron Constantin, click here. Posted on October 13, 2025 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Vacheron Constantin and tagged 2025 Most Popular Vacheron Constantin Vacheron Constantin Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin Burgundy Dial Perpetual Calendars. Advertisement Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle FOLLOW US LATEST FEATURES Perspective: Messi Plays His Last World Cup—Six Tournaments, Three Legends, and the Watches Built for the Most Beautiful Game Introducing: MB&F Horological Machine No.12 The Guardian—The Watch That Becomes a Robot's Head (Live Photos) Insider: Breguet Tradition Seconde Rétrograde 7035—Blue Grand Feu Enamel and Open Architecture in Rose Gold From the Editor: A Conversation With A. Lange & Söhne's CEO Wilhelm Schmid in Chicago—"Is That Not a Sign?" 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USD Latest Home Watch Brands A. Lange & Söhne Angelus Armin Strom Arnold & Son Artisans de Genève Audemars Piguet Baume & Mercier Bell & Ross Blancpain Breguet Breitling Bremont Bvlgari Budget Watches Cartier Chopard CVSTOS Czapek Genève De Bethune Ferdinand Berthoud F.P. Journe Girard-Perregaux Glashütte Original Grand Seiko Greubel Forsey Hermès H Moser & Cie Hublot HYT IWC Jacob & Co. Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Goodies Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find Insider: Vacheron Constantin Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin Pink Gold Dial. Hands-on Review. After we reviewed the white gold model, we are now bringing you the review of the tone-on-tone pink gold dial 18K 5N pink gold iteration ref. 4300V/220R-H144 of the new Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin. Cased in a 41.5 mm 18K pink gold case with a stunning tone-on-tone pink gold dial, the more muted, traditional-looking dial is perfect for collectors with a classic taste seeking a timeless watch that won’t ever go out of style. Even though we don’t think the white gold version with its burgundy-lacquered dial will ever go out of style, we feel that that particular reference is more in line with current trends in the watch industry toward bright-colored dials than the very classic look of a tone-on-tone dial. A Timeless Classic: Tone-on-Tone Pink Gold DialUndoubtedly, a more muted approach with its pink-gold dial, but it is also a chameleon that varies in hue with lighting conditions, just like its burgundy-lacquered dial sibling. Under direct light, it reveals a warm, sunburst richness with subtle tone variations across the surface; however, in low light, the dial appears flatter and more beige. The dial shifts from a deeper rose gold in shadow to a lighter, more luminous champagne-pink in bright conditions, and it's then that the dial comes alive. Against the warm pink gold case, this creates a harmonious monochromatic effect that's sophisticated and understated—a difficult balance to strike.The dial layout itself is remarkably legible for a perpetual calendar. The applied pink gold indices, the snailed subdials, and the light blue accents for the minute track and the months within the leap-year indication work remarkably well against the tonal pink gold background. Everything remains readable at a glance, which isn't always the case with tone-on-tone dials or perpetual calendars. And here to make things even better, the moon phase indication with its highly polished finish works remarkably well, adding that bright, captivating touch at 6 o'clock. View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize The Interchangeable Strap System: Pure VersatilityThe integrated 18K pink gold bracelet is a masterpiece. Each half-Maltese cross link flows seamlessly into the next. The bracelet tapers beautifully, and its double-folding deployant clasp is as comfy as it gets. But the real party trick is the interchangeable strap system. Without any tools, you can swap the bracelet for either of the two included rubber straps: one in navy blue—perfectly complementing the warm pink gold tones—and another in white.Changing straps or the bracelet takes about 30 seconds once you get the hang of it. The blue rubber strap transform the watch from a more formal look to a casual-elegant, perfect for weekend wear. Meanwhile, the white rubber strap creates an unexpected sporty vibe that works brilliantly for a Miami trip or even the beach—50-meter water resistance—, offering a fresh contrast to the warm pink gold, despite its rubbery nature. The Movement: Thin is BetterTurning the watch over reveals the intricacies of the 36-jewel automatic movement through the sapphire display case back. You can admire the in-house Calibre 1120 QP/1 in all its finished glory. At only 4.05mm thick—yielding an 8.1 total thickness of the watch case—, this movement is a technical tour de force. The 22K oscillating weight features Vacheron Constantin's compass rose motif, which not only looks elegant but also provides smooth, quiet winding.The 40-hour power reserve is very adequate for daily wear. However, weekend warriors who decide to leave the watch off during the weekend—who in their right mind would do that anyway—will need to reset the perpetual calendar when putting it back on the wrist on a Monday—unless you conveniently leave the watch on a watch winder, Rapport London would be our brand of choice.The finishing of the movement is in line with what you'd expect from the oldest watch manufacture in the world, which just turned 270 years old. The Côtes de Genève decoration, straight-graining, and meticulous chamfering transform what could be purely functional components into miniature works of art. On the Wrist & PriceOn the wrist, the watch's technical specs tell part of the story—41.5 mm diameter, 8.1 mm thick—but they don't capture how well this watch actually wears. At 8.1 mm thick, this is genuinely svelte for any watch, let alone one that houses a perpetual calendar. For context, many time-only dress watches are much thicker. The result is a watch that slides effortlessly under a shirt cuff and sits flat against the wrist without the top-heavy feel that plagues many complicated watches or solid gold timepieces.The 41.5 mm case diameter hits the sweet spot for modern proportions. The integrated bracelet design means there are no protruding lugs, so the watch wears slightly smaller than the dimensions suggest. On a 7.5-inch wrist, it felt perfectly proportioned—substantial enough to have presence, but not so large as to feel ostentatious.The warm pink gold case and dial combination create a subtle, luxurious aesthetic that catches the light beautifully throughout the day. The tone-on-tone execution feels both modern and timeless, offering a refined alternative to more contrasting dial-and-case combinations. The monochromatic look of the watch makes it ideally suited for all types of outfits without clashing.Sticker Price USD 120,000. More info on Vacheron Constantin, click here. Posted on November 20, 2025 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Vacheron Constantin and tagged 2025 Most Popular Vacheron Constantin Vacheron Constantin Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin Pink Gold Dial Perpetual Calendars. Advertisement Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle FOLLOW US LATEST FEATURES Perspective: Messi Plays His Last World Cup—Six Tournaments, Three Legends, and the Watches Built for the Most Beautiful Game Introducing: MB&F Horological Machine No.12 The Guardian—The Watch That Becomes a Robot's Head (Live Photos) Insider: Breguet Tradition Seconde Rétrograde 7035—Blue Grand Feu Enamel and Open Architecture in Rose Gold From the Editor: A Conversation With A. Lange & Söhne's CEO Wilhelm Schmid in Chicago—"Is That Not a Sign?" 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USD Latest Home Watch Brands A. Lange & Söhne Angelus Armin Strom Arnold & Son Artisans de Genève Audemars Piguet Baume & Mercier Bell & Ross Blancpain Breguet Breitling Bremont Bvlgari Budget Watches Cartier Chopard CVSTOS Czapek Genève De Bethune Ferdinand Berthoud F.P. Journe Girard-Perregaux Glashütte Original Grand Seiko Greubel Forsey Hermès H Moser & Cie Hublot HYT IWC Jacob & Co. Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Goodies Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find Insider: Zenith Chronomaster Revival A384 Liberty II Edition—Celebrating 250 Years of U.S. Independence As the United States prepares to mark its 250th anniversary, Zenith has released a fitting tribute rooted in genuine historical connection. The Chronomaster Revival A384 Liberty II Edition revisits the iconic A384 from 1969—one of the most storied tonneau-shaped chronograph cases in watchmaking history—and layers it with carefully considered symbolism honoring the American bicentennial and a half. The result is a collector-focused limited edition with real narrative weight, available in two materials: steel and forged carbon. Things to Know About the WatchesThe 37 mm tonneau case faithfully reproduces the original A384 proportions, offered in two materials: stainless steel for the primary edition and forged carbon for an ultra-limited run. The white-lacquered dial carries blue subdials at three and six o'clock, with the tachymeter scale rendered in full blue. The commemorative details are subtle but deliberate: the "250" on the tachymeter scale and the "4" on the date disc are highlighted in red, nodding to the colors of the American flag and the symbolic date of independence. View fullsize View fullsize Most evocative is the chronograph's seconds hand, which features 13 alternating red and white stripes drawn directly from the original colony flag's symbolism. The caseback is engraved "AMERICA 250th ANNIVERSARY." The steel edition is limited to 250 pieces— a number that mirrors the anniversary itself—while the forged carbon version is capped at just 25 pieces. Both are exclusively available in the United States. The MovementPowering both versions is the El Primero 400, a direct descendant of the calibre that made the original A384 historically significant, widely recognized as the world's first automatic, integrated high-frequency chronograph when it launched in 1969. It beats at 36,000 vph, enabling precise measurement to the tenth of a second, with a power reserve of approximately 50 hours. The movement features a column-wheel mechanism and Côtes de Genève finishing on the oscillating weight, and visible through the display case back. On the Wrist & PriceThe steel version of the Zenith Chronomaster Revival A384 Liberty II Edition wears exactly as the wristshot suggests, controlled and tidy at 37 mm, sitting close to the wrist on the iconic Gay Frères ladder bracelet, which remains one of the most satisfying period-correct bracelet designs in the vintage chronograph category. Meanwhile, the forged carbon version, worn on the blue Cordura rubber strap with red accent stitching, is stealthier with its matte carbon texture, which plays beautifully against the white-and-blue dial and gives the watch a decidedly contemporary edge that the steel version doesn't have. Sticker Price USD 10,600 for steel and USD 13,400 for carbon. More info on Zenith here. Insider: Zenith Chronomaster Revival A384 Liberty II Edition—Celebrating 250 Years of U.S. Independence Insider: Zenith G.F.J. Calibre 135 Tantalum and Onyx Dial—Our Favorite Metal in Watches Insider: Zenith Chronomaster Revival A384 Tropical Dial—Hands-on Review with the Newest Introducing: Zenith G.F.J. Calibre 135 Yellow Gold and Bloodstone Dial (Live Photos) Introducing: Zenith DEFY Skyline Tourbillon Skeleton Rose Gold—The Quest for Haute Horlogerie Continues From the Editor: LVMH Denies Zenith Sale—But the Real Story Runs Deeper Introducing: Zenith DEFY Extreme Chroma. Two High-Frequency 1/100th-of-a-second Chronographs. Introducing: Zenith DEFY Skyline Tourbillon Rose Gold with Brick Red Dial. A First for the DEFY Collection. Insider: Zenith DEFY Zero G. Clear and Deep Blue Sapphire Cases. Posted on May 29, 2026 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Zenith and tagged 2026 Most Popular Zenith Chronographs Zenith Chronomaster Revival A384 Liberty II Edition. Advertisement Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle FOLLOW US LATEST FEATURES Perspective: Messi Plays His Last World Cup—Six Tournaments, Three Legends, and the Watches Built for the Most Beautiful Game Introducing: MB&F Horological Machine No.12 The Guardian—The Watch That Becomes a Robot's Head (Live Photos) Insider: Breguet Tradition Seconde Rétrograde 7035—Blue Grand Feu Enamel and Open Architecture in Rose Gold From the Editor: A Conversation With A. Lange & Söhne's CEO Wilhelm Schmid in Chicago—"Is That Not a Sign?" Weekend Reads: Saxony Takes Over Chicago, Wristcheck x Piaget, and Independent Grand Feu Enamel THE WATCH COLLECTING LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Email Address SUBSCRIBE Get the latest watch reviews, watch news, and exclusive content from WCL in your inbox. Thank you! Watch Articles, Watch News, Watch Hands-on Reviews RSS Weekend Reads: Saxony Takes Over Chicago, Wristcheck x Piaget, and Independent Grand Feu Enamel Advertisement

USD Latest Home Watch Brands A. Lange & Söhne Angelus Armin Strom Arnold & Son Artisans de Genève Audemars Piguet Baume & Mercier Bell & Ross Blancpain Breguet Breitling Bremont Bvlgari Budget Watches Cartier Chopard CVSTOS Czapek Genève De Bethune Ferdinand Berthoud F.P. Journe Girard-Perregaux Glashütte Original Grand Seiko Greubel Forsey Hermès H Moser & Cie Hublot HYT IWC Jacob & Co. Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Goodies Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find Insider: Zenith Chronomaster Revival A384 Tropical Dial—Hands-on Review with the Newest Founded in Le Locle in 1865, Zenith has built its identity around a single movement milestone: the El Primero, launched in 1969 as the world's first automatic integrated high-frequency chronograph. The A384 was among the founding references, introduced in the early 1970s, distinguished by a sharp tonneau profile, an angular case, and a visual boldness that set it apart from the round-cased chronographs of the era. The new Zenith Chronomaster Revival A384 Tropical dial revisits that reference through the lens of tropical dial collecting—translating a naturally occurring vintage phenomenon into a cohesive, controlled production aesthetic. Things to Know About the WatchThe Zenith Chronomaster Revival A384 Tropical is equipped with a stainless steel 37 mm tonneau case is drawn directly from 1969 blueprints, with pump-style pushers and a brushed-and-polished surface treatment faithful to the original. Completing the package is the iconic ‘ladder’ bracelet, originally developed for Zenith by Gay Frères in 1969—its reappearance here is as much a structural commitment to the watch's identity as it is an aesthetic one. The water resistance is rated to 50 meters. The dial follows a ‘chocolate panda’ configuration with a white lacquered base contrasted by brown-toned subdials, with the tachymetric scale rendered in matching tones. Faceted applied markers and hands carry ‘old radium’ SuperLumiNova—warm and slightly yellowed, consistent with the dial's patina vocabulary rather than an afterthought. A red central chronograph seconds hand provides the period-correct accent. The MovementThe Chronomaster Revival A384 is powered by the El Primero 400, the most direct descendant of the original caliber 3019 PHC. Developed and manufactured entirely in-house, it beats at 36,000 vph, enabling chronograph measurements to 1/10th of a second. Composed of 278 parts, it delivers a power reserve of 50 hours. The sapphire case back reveals the star-shaped skeletonized rotor with Côtes de Genève finishing on the oscillating weight. On the Wrist & PriceAt 37 mm, the A384 Tropical wears as the original did, compact, tonneau-shaped, and proportionally honest. In an era of persistent diameter inflation, that restraint is its own statement. On the wrist, the case sits low and flush, with the Gay Frères ladder bracelet conforming naturally and integrating cleanly into the lugs. The pump pushers and crown profile keep the case unobtrusive under a cuff. This is a watch that wears with quiet confidence, period-correct without cosplay, who want a daily-wear revival piece with genuine historical grounding.Sticker Price USD 10,000. More info on Zenith here. Insider: Zenith Chronomaster Revival A384 Liberty II Edition—Celebrating 250 Years of U.S. Independence Insider: Zenith G.F.J. Calibre 135 Tantalum and Onyx Dial—Our Favorite Metal in Watches Insider: Zenith Chronomaster Revival A384 Tropical Dial—Hands-on Review with the Newest Introducing: Zenith G.F.J. Calibre 135 Yellow Gold and Bloodstone Dial (Live Photos) Introducing: Zenith DEFY Skyline Tourbillon Skeleton Rose Gold—The Quest for Haute Horlogerie Continues From the Editor: LVMH Denies Zenith Sale—But the Real Story Runs Deeper Introducing: Zenith DEFY Extreme Chroma. Two High-Frequency 1/100th-of-a-second Chronographs. Introducing: Zenith DEFY Skyline Tourbillon Rose Gold with Brick Red Dial. A First for the DEFY Collection. Insider: Zenith DEFY Zero G. Clear and Deep Blue Sapphire Cases. Introducing: Zenith DEFY Chronograph USM. When Swiss Icons Join Forces and Transcend Industries. Insider: Zenith Chronomaster Original Triple Calendar Lapis Lazuli. Hands-On Review of a Stellar Chronograph. Insider: Zenith DEFY Extreme Diver 'Shadow' Edition. Light as a Feather but a Tool Watch From Top to Bottom. Posted on April 30, 2026 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Zenith and tagged 2026 Most Popular Zenith Zenith Chronomaster Revival A384 Tropical Dial Chronographs. Advertisement Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle FOLLOW US LATEST FEATURES Perspective: Messi Plays His Last World Cup—Six Tournaments, Three Legends, and the Watches Built for the Most Beautiful Game Introducing: MB&F Horological Machine No.12 The Guardian—The Watch That Becomes a Robot's Head (Live Photos) Insider: Breguet Tradition Seconde Rétrograde 7035—Blue Grand Feu Enamel and Open Architecture in Rose Gold From the Editor: A Conversation With A. Lange & Söhne's CEO Wilhelm Schmid in Chicago—"Is That Not a Sign?" Weekend Reads: Saxony Takes Over Chicago, Wristcheck x Piaget, and Independent Grand Feu Enamel THE WATCH COLLECTING LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Email Address SUBSCRIBE Get the latest watch reviews, watch news, and exclusive content from WCL in your inbox. Thank you! Watch Articles, Watch News, Watch Hands-on Reviews RSS Weekend Reads: Saxony Takes Over Chicago, Wristcheck x Piaget, and Independent Grand Feu Enamel Advertisement

USD Latest Home Watch Brands A. Lange & Söhne Angelus Armin Strom Arnold & Son Artisans de Genève Audemars Piguet Baume & Mercier Bell & Ross Blancpain Breguet Breitling Bremont Bvlgari Budget Watches Cartier Chopard CVSTOS Czapek Genève De Bethune Ferdinand Berthoud F.P. Journe Girard-Perregaux Glashütte Original Grand Seiko Greubel Forsey Hermès H Moser & Cie Hublot HYT IWC Jacob & Co. Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Goodies Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find Insider: Zenith G.F.J. Calibre 135 Tantalum and Onyx Dial—Our Favorite Metal in Watches Introduced at Watches and Wonders Geneva 2025, the G.F.J. Calibre 135 marked a new era in the history of Zenith by fulyl re-engineering Calibre 135, the most decorated movement in the history of observatory chronometry trials. That inaugural piece came in platinum with a lapis lazuli dial, now at Watches and Wonders Geneva 2026, Zenith presented the G.F.J. Calibre 135 Yellow Gold and Bloodstone Dial we brought you a couple of weeks ago, along with this Tantalum and Onyx Dial piece.Cased in one of our all-time favorite materials, tantalum—highly mastered by Audemars Piguet in the late 1980s and early 1990s—, the new G.F.J. Caliber 135 Tantalum Onyx Dial ref. 98.1865.0135/21.C212 is a very interesting-looking watch and one that we were not expecting at all. Tantalum is twice as dense as stainless steel and almost as dense as gold—16.4 grams/cubic centimeter vs. 19.3 grams/cubic centimeter for gold. It is a very hard-to-machine metal with a distinctive blue-grayish luster; therefore, this new watch deserves further consideration. Things to Know About the WatchThe case geometry is unchanged from last year's platinum debut and this year’s yellow gold watch with 39 mm in diameter and just 10.5 mm thick, with a stepped bezel and curved lugs drawn from the 1950s dress watch vocabulary. What differs is everything, from material to palette. The tantalum case with its glue-grayish luster seems to be the perfect canvas for the deep black onyx dial. The three-part dial retains the brick guilloché chapter ring that references the facade of Zenith's Le Locle manufacture, but the center is now onyx, a deep black, lustrous stone. The small-seconds subdial at 6 o'clock remains in black mother-of-pearl, and the indexes are diamonds. Production is capped at 161 pieces, matching Zenith's age in 2026. The MovementThe G.F.J is powered by and updated version of the iconic manual wound calibre 135. This 157-part movement beating at a frequency 18,000 vph provides a power reserve of 72 hours. This time, the movement is not decorated the same way as in the G.F.J. Platinum 160th-anniversary piece, but with Côtes de Genève.This manual wound movement deliberately beats at a slower rate as it was engineered in the original 1940s calibre to maximize rate stability for observatory competition. The re-engineered version retains this architecture while adding a 72-hour power reserve, hacking seconds, spring-mounted shock jewels, and a Breguet overcoil hairspring. COSC certification is held to ±2 seconds per day. The oversized 14 mm balance wheel and characteristically offset center wheel remain the movement's defining structural statements. On the Wrist & PriceThe Zenith G.F.J. in tantalum is a convincing argument for the material’s high density and unique luster in serious horology. Due to its size and design, it wears as a proper dress watch, slim enough for a shirt cuff, but heavy on the wrist. The onyx dial is the real visual event with its deep, black, profound look. Three straps are included—gray-bluish nubuck alligator, gray calfskin, and black alligator, all equipped with tantalum pin buckles.Sticker Price USD 83,400. More info on Zenith here. Insider: Zenith Chronomaster Revival A384 Liberty II Edition—Celebrating 250 Years of U.S. Independence Insider: Zenith G.F.J. Calibre 135 Tantalum and Onyx Dial—Our Favorite Metal in Watches Insider: Zenith Chronomaster Revival A384 Tropical Dial—Hands-on Review with the Newest Introducing: Zenith G.F.J. Calibre 135 Yellow Gold and Bloodstone Dial (Live Photos) Introducing: Zenith DEFY Skyline Tourbillon Skeleton Rose Gold—The Quest for Haute Horlogerie Continues From the Editor: LVMH Denies Zenith Sale—But the Real Story Runs Deeper Introducing: Zenith DEFY Extreme Chroma. Two High-Frequency 1/100th-of-a-second Chronographs. Introducing: Zenith DEFY Skyline Tourbillon Rose Gold with Brick Red Dial. A First for the DEFY Collection. Insider: Zenith DEFY Zero G. Clear and Deep Blue Sapphire Cases. Introducing: Zenith DEFY Chronograph USM. When Swiss Icons Join Forces and Transcend Industries. Insider: Zenith Chronomaster Original Triple Calendar Lapis Lazuli. Hands-On Review of a Stellar Chronograph. Insider: Zenith DEFY Extreme Diver 'Shadow' Edition. Light as a Feather but a Tool Watch From Top to Bottom. Posted on May 4, 2026 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Zenith, WW2026 and tagged 2026 Most Popular Zenith Zenith G.F.J. Calibre 135 Tantalum and Onyx Dial Time Only Watches. Advertisement Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle FOLLOW US LATEST FEATURES Perspective: Messi Plays His Last World Cup—Six Tournaments, Three Legends, and the Watches Built for the Most Beautiful Game Introducing: MB&F Horological Machine No.12 The Guardian—The Watch That Becomes a Robot's Head (Live Photos) Insider: Breguet Tradition Seconde Rétrograde 7035—Blue Grand Feu Enamel and Open Architecture in Rose Gold From the Editor: A Conversation With A. Lange & Söhne's CEO Wilhelm Schmid in Chicago—"Is That Not a Sign?" Weekend Reads: Saxony Takes Over Chicago, Wristcheck x Piaget, and Independent Grand Feu Enamel THE WATCH COLLECTING LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Email Address SUBSCRIBE Get the latest watch reviews, watch news, and exclusive content from WCL in your inbox. Thank you! Watch Articles, Watch News, Watch Hands-on Reviews RSS Weekend Reads: Saxony Takes Over Chicago, Wristcheck x Piaget, and Independent Grand Feu Enamel Advertisement

USD Latest Home Watch Brands A. Lange & Söhne Angelus Armin Strom Arnold & Son Artisans de Genève Audemars Piguet Baume & Mercier Bell & Ross Blancpain Breguet Breitling Bremont Bvlgari Budget Watches Cartier Chopard CVSTOS Czapek Genève De Bethune Ferdinand Berthoud F.P. Journe Girard-Perregaux Glashütte Original Grand Seiko Greubel Forsey Hermès H Moser & Cie Hublot HYT IWC Jacob & Co. Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Goodies Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find Introducing: A. Lange & Söhne Cabaret Tourbillon Honeygold—An Unexpected Comeback The Cabaret has always been one of A. Lange & Söhne's most polarizing propositions. Introduced in 1997 as part of the brand's post-reunification rebirth, the rectangular case and art deco-influenced double-step bezel never drew the same crowd as the Lange 1 or the Datograph. It was discontinued around 2011 and has since lived as a secondary-market curiosity—the rare bird for collectors who want something genuinely different from Glashütte. But the Cabaret Tourbillon, first launched in 2008 with the world's first stop-seconds mechanism for a one-minute tourbillon, transformed that sleeper platform into a serious complication watch with a legitimate claim to horological significance. The new A. Lange & Söhne Cabaret Tourbillon Honeygold ref. 703.050 continues that lineage—and escalates it—in a limited edition of only 50 pieces. Things to Know About the WatchThis is a 50-piece limited edition in which both the case and three-part dial are crafted from Honeygold—A. Lange & Söhne's proprietary alloy—with its characteristic warm, amber-inflected luster. Against that richness, the dial is black-rhodiumed. This deliberate contrast makes the honey gold relief elements read as three-dimensional sculpture rather than flat decoration. The honeygold case measures 29.5 x 39.2 x 10.3 mm.Those relief elements are not applied; they are carved directly from the dial material itself. The entire dial production process takes several weeks. At 6 o'clock, an aperture frames the one-minute tourbillon, its upper bridge and cage top finished in black polish—that exacting technique where a workpiece is hand-slid across a tin plate until the surface becomes simultaneously mirror-bright from one angle and jet-black from another. The frames, scales, and "A. LANGE & SÖHNE" inscription are precision-sculpted to a relief height of 0.15 mm, then black-rhodiumed alongside the dial body before finishers hand-polish the raised surfaces back to gleaming honeygold. Roman numerals III, IX, and XII, six lozenge-shaped hour appliques, and the outsize date frame are subsequently set in separately. The dial features a running seconds indicator at 9 and a power reserve indicator at 3 o’clock.The Cabaret Tourbillon Honeygold is the 18th Lange watch crafted in honeygold, and it makes its public debut at the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este in mid-May 2026. The MovementPowering the new Cabaret Tourbillon Honeygold is the in-house calibre L042.1. This manual-wound movement was specifically created to match the rectangular shape of the case. Composed of 370 parts—84 of which belong to the tourbillon cage alone, which weighs roughly a quarter of a gram—the movement features a twin mainspring barrel that delivers 120 hours—5 days—of power reserve, while the in-house balance spring oscillates at 21,600 vph. The wheel train rides on a three-quarter plate in untreated German silver, dressed with Glashütte ribbing; the manually engraved tourbillon cock and intermediate-wheel cock, screwed gold chatons holding 47 jewels including two diamond endstones, blued screws, and solarized ratchet wheel complete a finishing canon that Lange has maintained without compromise since 1994. The movement's defining feature sounds deceptively simple: a stop-seconds mechanism for the tourbillon. Conventional tourbillons cannot be hacked, meaning the near-inevitable setting error was propagated with the same precision the tourbillon was meant to confer. The Lange solution brakes the balance wheel directly via a V-shaped spring, preserving the mainspring's potential energy so the balance restarts on its own the moment the crown is pushed back in. The cage is never placed at risk. It remains one of the most quietly consequential patents in modern watchmaking. Summary & PriceThe Cabaret Tourbillon Honeygold is among the most materially coherent watches Lange has produced in recent years, where the case, dial, and complication are united by a single design argument that rewards both the eye and the intellect. At just 50 pieces, it is also one of the most consequential releases to emerge from Glashütte this season, after the amazing releases at Watches and Wonders Geneva 2026.Sticker Price Upon Request. For more info on A. Lange & Söhne, click here. From the Editor: A Conversation With A. Lange & Söhne's CEO Wilhelm Schmid in Chicago—"Is That Not a Sign?" Experience: A. Lange & Söhne Chicago Boutique Grand Opening at Tribune Tower Residences—Saxony Meets the Magnificent Mile From the Editor: Eight Years Ago I Called the A. Lange & Söhne Cabaret a Unicorn—Lange Relaunched It as a Trophy Introducing: A. Lange & Söhne Cabaret Tourbillon Honeygold—An Unexpected Comeback Introducing: A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1 Tourbillon Perpetual Calendar Lumen—A Grand Complication That Never Goes Dark (Live Photos) Introducing: A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia Annual Calendar—Complexity Understated at 36 mm (Live Photos) Watch Shopping: A. Lange & Söhne Opens Chicago Boutique in Tribune Tower Introducing: A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1 Daymatic in Honeygold. Rich Warm Tones in a 250-Piece Edition. Experience: A. Lange & Söhne at the Audrian Newport Concours d'Elegance 2025 Posted on May 16, 2026 by Editor & Publisher and filed under A Lange Sohne and tagged 2026 Most Popular A. Lange & Söhne A. Lange & Söhne Cabaret Tourbillon Honeygold Tourbillons. Advertisement Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle FOLLOW US LATEST FEATURES Perspective: Messi Plays His Last World Cup—Six Tournaments, Three Legends, and the Watches Built for the Most Beautiful Game Introducing: MB&F Horological Machine No.12 The Guardian—The Watch That Becomes a Robot's Head (Live Photos) Insider: Breguet Tradition Seconde Rétrograde 7035—Blue Grand Feu Enamel and Open Architecture in Rose Gold From the Editor: A Conversation With A. Lange & Söhne's CEO Wilhelm Schmid in Chicago—"Is That Not a Sign?" Weekend Reads: Saxony Takes Over Chicago, Wristcheck x Piaget, and Independent Grand Feu Enamel THE WATCH COLLECTING LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Email Address SUBSCRIBE Get the latest watch reviews, watch news, and exclusive content from WCL in your inbox. Thank you! Watch Articles, Watch News, Watch Hands-on Reviews RSS Weekend Reads: Saxony Takes Over Chicago, Wristcheck x Piaget, and Independent Grand Feu Enamel Advertisement

USD Latest Home Watch Brands A. Lange & Söhne Angelus Armin Strom Arnold & Son Artisans de Genève Audemars Piguet Baume & Mercier Bell & Ross Blancpain Breguet Breitling Bremont Bvlgari Budget Watches Cartier Chopard CVSTOS Czapek Genève De Bethune Ferdinand Berthoud F.P. Journe Girard-Perregaux Glashütte Original Grand Seiko Greubel Forsey Hermès H Moser & Cie Hublot HYT IWC Jacob & Co. Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Goodies Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find Introducing: A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1 Daymatic in Honeygold. Rich Warm Tones in a 250-Piece Edition. December 7th holds profound significance in the history of A. Lange & Söhne—it marks both Ferdinand Adolph Lange's 1845 establishment of precision watchmaking in Glashütte and his great-grandson Walter Lange's courageous 1990 revival following German reunification. On this exact date in 2025, the manufacture honors its legacy with the Lange 1 Daymatic in honeygold reference 320.050, a 250-piece limited edition that pairs the self-winding counterpart to Lange's most iconic timepiece with the warm lustre of the brand's proprietary Honeygold alloy.The Lange 1 Daymatic has maintained its distinctive position within the Lange family since its 2010 introduction, offering collectors an automatic alternative to the manually wound Lange 1 while preserving the asymmetric dial architecture that defined modern haute horlogerie. This latest iteration elevates that familiar design with an exclusive case material and a particularly refined aesthetic that resonates with collectors who appreciate Lange's commitment to both tradition and subtle evolution. The Mirror Image Design PhilosophyWhere the classic Lange 1 positions its time display on the left, the Daymatic presents a mirrored configuration—the off-center hour and minute dial occupies the right side, while the subsidiary seconds and signature outsize date command the left. This isn't mere design caprice; the retrograde day-of-week display that replaces the power reserve indicator necessitated this thoughtful reorientation, creating a timepiece that honors the original while asserting its own identity within the collection.The 39.5 mm case maintains proportions that collectors have long appreciated—substantial enough to command presence, yet refined enough at 10.4mm in height to slip comfortably beneath a shirt cuff. The subtly reworked lugs and bezel contribute to an airiness that belies the technical complexity housed within, a balance that exemplifies Lange's approach to case architecture. Honeygold's Warm AllureThe proprietary Honeygold alloy—a 750 gold exclusive to A. Lange & Söhne—provides the perfect complement to the brown 925 silver dial with applied indices, creating a color harmony rarely encountered in haute horlogerie. This warm-toned composition extends to the hands, appliques, and oversized date frame, while the slightly recessed hour and minute circles intensify the dial's three-dimensional presence. The oversized date display, with white numerals on a brown background, maintains perfect legibility while preserving the aesthetic cohesion that defines the piece.The hand-stitched taupe alligator leather strap, secured with a solid honeygold buckle, completes an ensemble that speaks to collectors who value thoughtful material selection and execution. Calibre L021.1: Traditional Architecture, Modern EngineeringThe automatic manufacture calibre L021.1 represents Lange's philosophy of inspired traditionalism—its architecture employs four separately screwed plates that visually constitute a classic three-quarter plate once fully assembled. This approach honors historical watchmaking while allowing for the precision demanded by contemporary horology, with the 426-component movement undergoing the manufacture's signature double assembly process. The bi-metallic rotor system demonstrates Lange's attention to both aesthetics and function. The central oscillating weight in 21K gold bears the engraved manufacture’s signature, while the centrifugal mass utilizes 950 platinum for optimal winding efficiency. This composition of warm gold, platinum, and cornflower-blue screws creates a visual focal point visible through the sapphire caseback, while four slender spokes cushion the rotor against shock. When fully wound, the movement delivers 50 hours of power reserve—ample autonomy for the watch to maintain consistent performance through a weekend off the wrist. The calibre beats at 21,600 vph, employing an indexless oscillation system with a large balance wheel featuring eccentric poising weights and an in-house developed balance spring. As with every Lange calibre, the L021.1 undergoes double assembly—the manufacture's exacting standard that ensures each component meets its strictest criteria for artisanal perfection.Traditional finissage elements distinguish this movement: hand-engraved balance cock, Glashütte ribbing, and screwed gold chatons provide the visual poetry that serious collectors seek in haute horlogerie. These details, visible through the display caseback, represent hundreds of hours of skilled hand-finishing that justify Lange's position among the upper echelon of Saxon watchmaking. A Timepiece for the Discerning CollectorAs Anthony de Haas, Director of Product Development, notes, the Lange 1 Daymatic in honeygold presents itself as a timepiece with a strong personality for aficionados of self-winding watches. The exclusive case material and rare color combination create an elegant classic with immediate recognition value—qualities that resonate with collectors who appreciate both horological substance and distinctive aesthetic presence.Limited to 250 pieces, this release represents A. Lange & Söhne's continued commitment to producing timepieces that honor their Saxon heritage while offering collectors something genuinely special. Sticker Price Upon Request. For more info on A. Lange & Söhne, click here. Posted on December 7, 2025 by Editor & Publisher and filed under A Lange Sohne and tagged 2025 Most Popular A. Lange & Söhne A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1 Daymatic in Honeygold. Advertisement Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle FOLLOW US LATEST FEATURES Perspective: Messi Plays His Last World Cup—Six Tournaments, Three Legends, and the Watches Built for the Most Beautiful Game Introducing: MB&F Horological Machine No.12 The Guardian—The Watch That Becomes a Robot's Head (Live Photos) Insider: Breguet Tradition Seconde Rétrograde 7035—Blue Grand Feu Enamel and Open Architecture in Rose Gold From the Editor: A Conversation With A. Lange & Söhne's CEO Wilhelm Schmid in Chicago—"Is That Not a Sign?" Weekend Reads: Saxony Takes Over Chicago, Wristcheck x Piaget, and Independent Grand Feu Enamel THE WATCH COLLECTING LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Email Address SUBSCRIBE Get the latest watch reviews, watch news, and exclusive content from WCL in your inbox. Thank you! Watch Articles, Watch News, Watch Hands-on Reviews RSS Weekend Reads: Saxony Takes Over Chicago, Wristcheck x Piaget, and Independent Grand Feu Enamel Advertisement

USD Latest Home Watch Brands A. Lange & Söhne Angelus Armin Strom Arnold & Son Artisans de Genève Audemars Piguet Baume & Mercier Bell & Ross Blancpain Breguet Breitling Bremont Bvlgari Budget Watches Cartier Chopard CVSTOS Czapek Genève De Bethune Ferdinand Berthoud F.P. Journe Girard-Perregaux Glashütte Original Grand Seiko Greubel Forsey Hermès H Moser & Cie Hublot HYT IWC Jacob & Co. Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Goodies Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find Introducing: A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1 Tourbillon Perpetual Calendar Lumen—A Grand Complication That Never Goes Dark (Live Photos) A. Lange & Söhne has always treated the Lange 1's asymmetric dial architecture as a canvas for complication. The "Lumen" edition pushes that proposition further than any previous iteration: a tourbillon, a perpetual calendar, and a moon phase—all luminous, all readable in complete darkness, housed in a 950 platinum case limited to 50 pieces. Things to Know About the WatchThe dial is sapphire crystal, coated to allow UV light to continuously charge the luminous compound beneath — a constructive necessity that also makes the movement visible. The result is a watch that reads differently by day and by night, with larger elements like the outsize date and leap-year display glowing more intensely than the finer hands and scales, creating a hierarchy of light rather than a uniform wash. The peripheral month ring replaces the conventional aperture display, and all calendar indications switch instantaneously. View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize Barring interruption, the calendar requires no manual correction until 1 March 2100. The moon-phase display debuts an integrated day/night indication: a celestial disc rotating once per 24 hours shows a star-filled sky after dark and a clear sky during daylight. Accuracy is one day's deviation per 122.6 years. The 41.9mm platinum case contrasts sharply against the dark dial and black hand-stitched alligator strap with platinum deployant buckle. The MovementCalibre L225.1 spans 685 components across 34.1 mm and 8.3 mm of height—numbers that convey the density of what Lange has packed in. The self-winding rotor uses an 18K white gold central segment in black rhodium for the first time, with a 950 platinum centrifugal mass delivering 50 hours of power reserve. The tourbillon cage, cock, and intermediate-wheel cock are finished in black polish and hand-engraved with stars and a shooting star. A diamond endstone secured by a screwed gold chaton sits at the tourbillon's center. The stop-seconds mechanism, protected by a 2008 Lange patent, allows one-second setting accuracy. Summary & PriceThe Lange 1 Tourbillon Perpetual Calendar "Lumen" is among the most technically and aesthetically considered pieces at Watches and Wonders Geneva 2026 — fifty watches that function as both grand complication and nocturnal light show. This watch is limited to 50 pieces.Sticker Price Upon Request. For more info on A. Lange & Söhne, click here. Posted on April 14, 2026 by Editor & Publisher and filed under A Lange Sohne, Watches & Wonders 2026 and tagged 2026 Most Popular A. Lange & Söhne A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1 Tourbillon Perpetual Calendar Lumen Tourbillons Perpetual Calendars Watches and Wonders 2026. Advertisement Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle FOLLOW US LATEST FEATURES Perspective: Messi Plays His Last World Cup—Six Tournaments, Three Legends, and the Watches Built for the Most Beautiful Game Introducing: MB&F Horological Machine No.12 The Guardian—The Watch That Becomes a Robot's Head (Live Photos) Insider: Breguet Tradition Seconde Rétrograde 7035—Blue Grand Feu Enamel and Open Architecture in Rose Gold From the Editor: A Conversation With A. Lange & Söhne's CEO Wilhelm Schmid in Chicago—"Is That Not a Sign?" Weekend Reads: Saxony Takes Over Chicago, Wristcheck x Piaget, and Independent Grand Feu Enamel THE WATCH COLLECTING LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Email Address SUBSCRIBE Get the latest watch reviews, watch news, and exclusive content from WCL in your inbox. Thank you! Watch Articles, Watch News, Watch Hands-on Reviews RSS Weekend Reads: Saxony Takes Over Chicago, Wristcheck x Piaget, and Independent Grand Feu Enamel Advertisement

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Lange & Söhne Richard Lange Jumping Seconds Pink Gold Dial Few complications command attention quite like the jumping seconds, which are typically displayed in mechanical timepieces as a continuous sweeping motion. The Richard Lange Jumping Seconds transforms the humble seconds hand into the star of the show, advancing in precise, mesmerizing jumps that speak to both technical mastery and visual drama.Nine years after its initial debut, A. Lange & Söhne has unveiled a new iteration of this remarkable timepiece, limited to just 100 pieces and distinguished by an arresting combination of an 18K white gold case, this time with a warm salmon 18K pink gold dial. At 39.9 mm in diameter and just 10.6 mm thick, this latest edition maintains the elegant proportions of its predecessor while delivering mechanical complexity. A Legacy Written in SecondsThe Richard Lange collection has always been about precision, paying homage to Ferdinand Adolph Lange's eldest son, whose contributions to watchmaking precision remain foundational to the craft. However, the Jumping Seconds takes this heritage to another level entirely, inverting the traditional time display hierarchy by placing the seconds hand in the largest subdial at 12 o'clock, while relegating the hours and minutes to smaller positions below. This time, the 18K pink gold dial, featuring a salmon-colored hue with black transfers, provides crisp legibility and contrast. This unconventional layout isn't a mere aesthetic choice—it's a purposeful design rooted in horological history. The dial's configuration draws inspiration from chronometer No. 93, crafted by Johann Heinrich Seyffert in late 18th-century Dresden. Seyffert's work accompanied Alexander von Humboldt on his legendary Latin American expeditions, proving that precision timekeeping has always been about more than mere accuracy—it's about enabling human achievement. Beneath the distinctive dial lies mechanical innovation. Three systems work in harmony: the constant-force escapement, jumping seconds mechanism, and the Zero-Reset function.The constant-force escapement delivers uniform energy throughout the power reserve, ensuring consistent accuracy and precision. Every second, it generates an impulse that powers the dramatic seconds hand jump—sixty precise advances per minute, transforming timekeeping into a form of performance art.The Zero-Reset mechanism employs a multi-disc clutch that instantly snaps the seconds hand to zero when the crown is pulled, enabling time-setting accuracy to the exact second. A thoughtful power reserve indicator turns red ten hours before winding becomes necessary. The Movement WithinThe 390-component calibre L094.1 represents the pinnacle of traditional German watchmaking, assembled twice to ensure perfection. In-house manufacturing of the remontoir spring and balance spring allows optimal component interaction. Through the sapphire caseback, observers witness this mechanical ballet—the rotating star controlling jumping seconds, the complex Zero-Reset lever system, and traditional Lange finishing, including a hand-engraved balance cock, screwed gold chatons, and the distinctive three-quarter plate in untreated German silver. This manual wound movement provides a power reserve of 42 hours while beating at a frequency of 21,600 vph. View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize Beyond TimekeepingIn an age of smartwatches and atomic precision, the Richard Lange Jumping Seconds argues for mechanical precision as an art form. Each second’s jump represents centuries of horological evolution, from Seyffert's chronometers to modern constant-force escapements. Completed with a dark brown leather strap and white gold prong buckle, the watch balances technical complexity with refined aesthetics.This 100-piece limited edition offers more than luxury—it's a conversation between tradition and innovation, where every second truly counts and time itself becomes the ultimate complication.Sticker Price Upon Request. For more info on A. Lange & Söhne click here. Posted on September 5, 2025 by Editor & Publisher and filed under A Lange Sohne and tagged 2025 Most Popular Jumping Seconds A. Lange & Söhne A. Lange & Söhne Richard Lange Jumping Seconds Pink Gold Dial. 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Lange & Söhne Saxonia Annual Calendar—Complexity Understated at 36 mm (Live Photos) Not every important watch announces itself loudly. The Saxonia Annual Calendar, new for Watches and Wonders Geneva 2026, makes its case through proportion, legibility, and the quiet confidence of a 36 mm case that carries an annual calendar, moon phase, and outsize date without appearing to break a sweat. Things to Know About the WatchThe dial layout prioritizes clarity above all: outsize date at 12, day-of-week subdial at 9, month subdial at 3, subsidiary seconds and moon phase at 6. The annual calendar mechanism automatically accounts for months of 30 and 31 days, requiring only a single manual correction annually—from the last day of February to the first of March. All indications can be advanced collectively via a pusher at 10 o'clock, or individually through dedicated correctors. The moon-phase display uses a deep-blue coated gold lunar disc with 428 stars replicating the Milky Way; accuracy is one day's deviation per 122.6 years. Dial finishing involves two intensities of azurage—finer on the circumferential rings, more pronounced on the inner subdial surfaces—creating a three-dimensional depth that rewards close attention. Two references are offered: white gold with an argenté dial, and pink gold with a grey dial. Both wear on hand-stitched reddish-brown alligator straps with matching gold prong buckles. At 36mm diameter and 9.8mm thick, it slips under a shirt cuff with ease. View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize The MovementCalibre L207.1 is a new self-winding manufacture movement, assembled twice and finished to the full Lange standard. The 30.4mm, 5.7mm-tall movement runs at 21,600 vph across 491 components, with a 950 platinum centrifugal mass on the unidirectional rotor and a 60-hour power reserve. The hand-engraved balance cock, screwed gold chatons, and Saxon finishing traditions visible through the sapphire caseback provide the expected counterpoint to the restrained dial face. On the Wrist & PriceThe Saxonia Annual Calendar is Lange at its most disciplined—substantial complication delivered without visual clamour, in a case sized for actual wrists.Sticker Price Upon Request. For more info on A. Lange & Söhne, click here. 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Lange & Söhne Saxonia Annual Calendar Watches and Wonders 2026. Advertisement Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle FOLLOW US LATEST FEATURES Perspective: Messi Plays His Last World Cup—Six Tournaments, Three Legends, and the Watches Built for the Most Beautiful Game Introducing: MB&F Horological Machine No.12 The Guardian—The Watch That Becomes a Robot's Head (Live Photos) Insider: Breguet Tradition Seconde Rétrograde 7035—Blue Grand Feu Enamel and Open Architecture in Rose Gold From the Editor: A Conversation With A. Lange & Söhne's CEO Wilhelm Schmid in Chicago—"Is That Not a Sign?" Weekend Reads: Saxony Takes Over Chicago, Wristcheck x Piaget, and Independent Grand Feu Enamel THE WATCH COLLECTING LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Email Address SUBSCRIBE Get the latest watch reviews, watch news, and exclusive content from WCL in your inbox. Thank you! 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USD Latest Home Watch Brands A. Lange & Söhne Angelus Armin Strom Arnold & Son Artisans de Genève Audemars Piguet Baume & Mercier Bell & Ross Blancpain Breguet Breitling Bremont Bvlgari Budget Watches Cartier Chopard CVSTOS Czapek Genève De Bethune Ferdinand Berthoud F.P. Journe Girard-Perregaux Glashütte Original Grand Seiko Greubel Forsey Hermès H Moser & Cie Hublot HYT IWC Jacob & Co. Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Objets d'Art Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find Introducing: Armin Strom Mirrored Force Resonance Red—A New Bold Color Armin Strom's signature resonance complication takes on its most vivid expression yet. The Mirrored Force Resonance now arrives in a vibrant red, a hand-guilloché dial that channels the Biel/Bienne manufacture's transparent, mechanics-forward design language into a genuinely arresting palette. It is a watch built to be looked at twice: once for the color, and once for the physics playing out beneath it. Reference ST25-RF.10 is limited to 15 pieces worldwide. Things to Know About the WatchThe dial is the story here. Executed on a traditional hand-operated rose engine lathe, the off-center red guilloché pattern radiates outward and shifts character under changing light, an effect no stamped or CNC-cut surface can replicate. Black azuré chapter rings frame the composition, and facetted hour markers sit just above the guilloché surface rather than on it, linking the two textures while keeping legibility intact. The stainless-steel case measures 43 mm in diameter and 11.55 mm thick. Water resistance is rated to 30 meters, a figure in keeping with the watch's dress-oriented, mechanism-first purpose rather than any tool-watch ambition. It is paired with a dark grey Alcantara strap with white stitching on a stainless steel pin buckle, keeping the focus squarely on the dial and the mechanism working beneath it. To the left, two independent balance wheels oscillate in opposite directions, their synchronized motion visible through twin seconds displays set against restrained, anthracite-coated bridges. A pusher at 2 o'clock resets both seconds hands to zero simultaneously, letting the wearer watch the two movements fall back into step in real time. The MovementPower comes from the manufacture Calibre ARF21, designed, developed, and produced entirely in-house. This manual wound movement, rather than having a single gear train driving two displays, it integrates two complete, independent movements, each with its own barrel, gear train, escapement, and regulating organ, within a single calibre. Armin Strom's patented Resonance Clutch continuously exchanges vibrations between the two balance wheels, drawing them into harmonic resonance for improved rate consistency over time, one of watchmaking's more elusive physical phenomena turned into a measurable chronometric advantage. The movement beats at 25,200 vph and provides a 48-hour power reserve. Visible through the sapphire crystal on the front and back, the finishing is where the manufacture's identity fully asserts itself: hand-polished bevels, frosted surfaces, perlage, and circular graining throughout, black-polished screws as a hallmark detail, and technical inscriptions on the reverse executed in raised three-dimensional relief rather than engraved into the plate. As with every Armin Strom timepiece, the watch is assembled twice to lock in both mechanical precision and finishing quality. On the Wrist & PriceThe Mirrored Force Resonance Red is less a new complication than a new mood for an existing one, proof that Armin Strom's resonance architecture can carry color and drama without sacrificing the technical rigor the manufacture built its name on.Sticker Price CHF 78,000—approx USD 96,000. For more info on Armin Strom, click here. Introducing: Armin Strom Mirrored Force Resonance Red—A New Bold Color Introducing: Armin Strom Orbit Midnight Purple—Extending Color Into the Movement Itself Introducing: Armin Strom Minute Repeater Resonance 12:59 First Edition (Live Photos) Introducing: Armin Strom Tribute² Aurum—Tremblage Technique Takes Center Stage W&W 2025: Armin Strom Dual Time Resonance GMT Manufacture Edition (Live Photos). A 50-piece Limited Edition. W&W 2025: Armin Strom One Week Skeleton Titanium (Live Photos) Posted on July 21, 2026 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Armin Strom and tagged 2026 Most Popular Armin Strom Armin Strom Mirrored Force Resonance Red Resonance Watches. 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USD Latest Home Watch Brands A. Lange & Söhne Angelus Armin Strom Arnold & Son Artisans de Genève Audemars Piguet Baume & Mercier Bell & Ross Blancpain Breguet Breitling Bremont Bvlgari Budget Watches Cartier Chopard CVSTOS Czapek Genève De Bethune Ferdinand Berthoud F.P. Journe Girard-Perregaux Glashütte Original Grand Seiko Greubel Forsey Hermès H Moser & Cie Hublot HYT IWC Jacob & Co. Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Objets d'Art Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find Introducing: Armin Strom Orbit Midnight Purple—Extending Color Into the Movement Itself The Armin Strom Orbit's date-on-demand bezel has worn purple before, but never quite like this. With the new Orbit Midnight Purple, Armin Strom carries the color past the dial and into the architecture beneath it, marking the most complete expression of a hue that traces back to Armin Strom himself. The signature midnight purple fumé dial remains the centerpiece, transitioning from a vivid core to darkened edges that deepen the sense of the watch's layered construction. What's new is what sits underneath: a frosted midnight purple mainplate, the first of its kind for the brand, that pushes the color further into the mechanics and tightens the visual link between display and movement. Things to Know About the WatchThe stainless steel case measures 43.4mm in diameter and 12.6mm thick, and is paired, for the first time in this colorway, with a fully integrated stainless steel bracelet rather than a strap. A black ceramic bezel frames the dial, continuing the Orbit's on-demand date function along its edge. Legibility is handled in-house: hand-polished steel hands filled with SuperLumiNova carry the time across all lighting conditions, the applied hour markers are luminescent in kind, and the numerals at 12 and 6 o'clock are solid blocks of SuperLumiNova rather than simply filled, giving the dial a distinct glow after dark. Sapphire crystal covers the front and back, keeping the movement and its new purple foundation in view at all times. View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize The MovementThe Armin Strom Orbit Midnight Purple is powered by the caliber ASS20, which remains the engine behind the Orbit's defining trick: a date that only appears when requested. A pusher at 10 o'clock sends the date hand from its resting position at 12 o'clock out to the bezel, where it indicates the current date before advancing automatically at midnight; a second press returns it to neutral, leaving the dial uncluttered for the rest of the time. A column-wheel mechanism, more commonly associated with chronographs, governs the handoff between positions, while Armin Strom's patented Equal Force Date Barrel maintains consistent torque delivery across a 72-hour power reserve. Turn the watch over, and the new mainplate does its work with rhodium-coated bridges, hand-finished and openworked, that sit against the purple base in a contrast that makes the in-house construction as much a part of the design as the dial. Hand-polished bevels, perlage, and circular graining are present throughout, and as with every Armin Strom watch, the movement is assembled twice over: once for mechanical precision, once for finishing. Summary & PriceThe Armin Strom Orbit Midnight Purple. It's a watch that builds on an idea the brand has returned to several times now, but the addition of a matching mainplate is the first instance in which the color reads as structural rather than cosmetic, yet another proof that Armin Strom sees Midnight Purple as an identity, not just a finish. The watch is limited to only 20 pieces.Sticker Price CHF 36,000—approx USD 44,600. For more info on Armin Strom click here. Introducing: Armin Strom Mirrored Force Resonance Red—A New Bold Color Introducing: Armin Strom Orbit Midnight Purple—Extending Color Into the Movement Itself Introducing: Armin Strom Minute Repeater Resonance 12:59 First Edition (Live Photos) Introducing: Armin Strom Tribute² Aurum—Tremblage Technique Takes Center Stage W&W 2025: Armin Strom Dual Time Resonance GMT Manufacture Edition (Live Photos). A 50-piece Limited Edition. Posted on June 30, 2026 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Armin Strom and tagged 2026 Most Popular Armin Strom Armin Strom Orbit Midnight Purple. Advertisement Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle FOLLOW US LATEST FEATURES Insider: Greubel Forsey Balancier 3 Frosted Titanium—The Bridge That Reads Differently in Every Light Weekend Reads: The Overseas Makes Its Case for Summer, De Bethune Doubles Down on Monopushers, and Bell & Ross Goes Green Perspective: The Best Five Vacheron Constantin Watches for Summer—All Roads Lead to the Overseas Insider: De Bethune DB25 Monopusher Chronograph—Hands-On with the Brand's Fourth Monopusher Introducing: Bell & Ross BR-05 GMT Green Steel—Green With Envy, Built for Travel THE WATCH COLLECTING LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Email Address SUBSCRIBE Get the latest watch reviews, watch news, and exclusive content from WCL in your inbox. Thank you! 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USD Latest Home Watch Brands A. Lange & Söhne Angelus Armin Strom Arnold & Son Artisans de Genève Audemars Piguet Baume & Mercier Bell & Ross Blancpain Breguet Breitling Bremont Bvlgari Budget Watches Cartier Chopard CVSTOS Czapek Genève De Bethune Ferdinand Berthoud F.P. Journe Girard-Perregaux Glashütte Original Grand Seiko Greubel Forsey Hermès H Moser & Cie Hublot HYT IWC Jacob & Co. Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Goodies Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find Introducing: Armin Strom Tribute² Aurum—Tremblage Technique Takes Center Stage Armin Strom continues its exploration of artisanal finishing with the new Tribute² Aurum, a timepiece that builds upon the architectural foundation of the original Tribute 1 while pushing the boundaries of hand-finished decoration. Limited to just 10 pieces, this latest iteration introduces a rare engraving technique in independent watchmaking, tremblage, to a gold-coated mainplate that serves as the watch’s visual centerpiece. More openworked and skeletonized than its predecessor, the Tribute² Aurum reveals layers of craftsmanship that extend from the dial side through to the movement's rear. Things to Know About the WatchThe defining feature of the Tribute² Aurum is its gold-coated brass mainplate—hence the name Aurum, the name for gold in the Periodic Table of Elements—, finished by hand using tremblage—a rare engraving technique that creates an irregular, light-reflecting texture across the surface. This textured finish brings vibrancy and depth to the movement architecture, contrasting beautifully with the grey fumé off-center dial and layered construction. The watch is housed in a compact 38 mm stainless steel case measuring just 9.38 mm in height, with a lug-to-lug distance of 18 mm, ensuring comfortable wearability. The dial side showcases a skeletonized mainspring barrel with hand-polished, beveled spokes, alongside a black-polished, beveled bridge that exemplifies Armin Strom's signature transparency in design, like on the Armin Strom One Week Skeleton Titanium. On the case back, the movement reveals a three-quarter bridge adorned with Geneva stripes and circular graining, but it's the 60-degree hand-polished bevel that truly elevates the finishing. A three-dimensional escapement wheel bridge with a polished sink adds sculptural complexity to the overall composition. Each Tribute² Aurum undergoes double assembly—a meticulous process that underscores the brand's commitment to both mechanical precision and aesthetic integrity. The MovementPowering the Tribute² Aurum is the manual-wound calibre AMW21, developed and manufactured entirely in-house by Armin Strom. The movement delivers an impressive 100-hour power reserve, achieved through an innovative single mainspring barrel construction in which the arbor delivers energy directly to the gear train—a configuration that improves efficiency while optimizing available space within the movement. Beating at 25,200 vph (3.5 Hz), the calibre features a variable-inertia balance wheel and a flat spring, supported by the brand's System 78 signature balance cock. Calibre AMW21 comprises 137 components and 21 jewels, all finished to haute horlogerie standards. Summary & PriceThe Armin Strom Tribute² Aurum represents a focused study in artisanal finishing, with the tremblage technique applied to the mainplate, standing as the watch's defining characteristic. The combination of architectural movement design, extensive hand-finishing, and compact case dimensions positions this limited edition as a compelling option for collectors who appreciate transparency in both design philosophy and execution. The Tribute² Aurum is limited to 10 pieces.StickerPrice CHF 27,000—approx. USD 30,500. For more info on Armin Strom, click here. Introducing: Armin Strom Minute Repeater Resonance 12:59 First Edition (Live Photos) Introducing: Armin Strom Tribute² Aurum—Tremblage Technique Takes Center Stage W&W 2025: Armin Strom Dual Time Resonance GMT Manufacture Edition (Live Photos). A 50-piece Limited Edition. W&W 2025: Armin Strom One Week Skeleton Titanium (Live Photos) Introducing: Armin Strom Orbit Purple. A 20-Piece Limited Edition. Insider: Armin Strom Dual Time GMT Resonance. A Stunning 25-Piece Limited Edition. 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USD Latest Home Watch Brands A. Lange & Söhne Angelus Armin Strom Arnold & Son Artisans de Genève Audemars Piguet Baume & Mercier Bell & Ross Blancpain Breguet Breitling Bremont Bvlgari Budget Watches Cartier Chopard CVSTOS Czapek Genève De Bethune Ferdinand Berthoud F.P. Journe Girard-Perregaux Glashütte Original Grand Seiko Greubel Forsey Hermès H Moser & Cie Hublot HYT IWC Jacob & Co. Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Goodies Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find Introducing: Arnold & Son HM Pietersite Steel—The Most Unique Stone Dial We've Ever Seen (Live Photos) There are dials that display the time, and then there are dials that demand you stop to look. The Arnold & Son HM Pietersite, which we handled at Watches and Wonders Geneva 2026, belongs firmly to the latter category. The brand has set a slice of Namibian pietersite—the so-called "stone of storms"—into an ultra-thin dress watch that references John Arnold's Cornish heritage through its swirling, storm-sky patterns. In person, the effect is more arresting than press imagery suggests. The watch is offered as a limited edition in both steel—18 pieces—and 18K red gold—8 pieces. Things to Know About the WatchThe case measures 39.5 mm in diameter and is a mere 7.82 mm thick. Seeing it in Geneva, the proportions feel exactly right—thin enough to read as a serious object, with just enough presence to carry the drama of the stone. It is worn on an ink blue alligator strap that complements the characteristic coloring of the pietersite; in the steel version, that cooler case material allows the blues and greys of the stone to breathe without competing with a warm gold tone. Water resistance is rated at 30 meters.Pietersite is a variety of chalcedony first discovered in Namibia in the early 1960s by Sid Pieters—hence the name. Arnold & Son selected it for the natural movement in its patterns, which evoke the turbulent coastal skies of Cornwall and the seas that Arnold's marine chronometers once helped navigate. No two stones are identical, which means each of the 18 steel pieces in the limited run is, by definition, unrepeatable. That connection to John Arnold is written directly into the model name: HM stands for hours and minutes—the watch's sole functions—but also nods to the Royal Navy designation His or Her Majesty's, reflecting the seafaring culture Arnold's precision instruments enabled. The dial in this light is the strongest argument for seeing this piece in person. The stone shows genuine depth—darker, almost jet-black pooling in the lower half against lighter veining above—while the polished sword hands sit just above the surface without sinking into the pattern. The MovementThe Arnold & Son HM Pietersite runs on the caliber A&S1001, a manual-wound in-house movement that, at that thinness, leaves every finishing decision visible and consequential. The main plate is rhodium-plated with a circular-grained surface; the bridges carry chamfered edges and a radiating Côtes de Genève decoration; the wheels are snail-finished; the screws are blued with polished, chamfered heads. The movement beats at 21,600 vph, and the fully wound barrel delivers a 90-hour power reserve. It is visible through a sapphire case back with anti-reflective treatment. On the Wrist & PriceThe 39.5 mm case sits with real presence without overwhelming the wrist—confidently dress-watch scaled. The polished steel bezel catches ambient light cleanly, framing the stone without competing with it, and the slim profile is obvious even at this angle. The ink blue alligator strap is doing serious work. Against the cool steel and deep blue-black of the pietersite, it reads as a considered choice rather than a default—strap, case, and stone forming a coherent tonal story. The overall wrist impression is of a watch that wears slimmer than its specifications suggest on paper, which is exactly what you want from a dress piece at this price point.Sticker Price CHF 16,200—approx. USD 20,000—for steel and CHF 27,100—approx. USD 34,000—for red gold. For more info on Arnold & Son, click here. 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Advertisement Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle FOLLOW US LATEST FEATURES Perspective: Messi Plays His Last World Cup—Six Tournaments, Three Legends, and the Watches Built for the Most Beautiful Game Introducing: MB&F Horological Machine No.12 The Guardian—The Watch That Becomes a Robot's Head (Live Photos) Insider: Breguet Tradition Seconde Rétrograde 7035—Blue Grand Feu Enamel and Open Architecture in Rose Gold From the Editor: A Conversation With A. Lange & Söhne's CEO Wilhelm Schmid in Chicago—"Is That Not a Sign?" Weekend Reads: Saxony Takes Over Chicago, Wristcheck x Piaget, and Independent Grand Feu Enamel THE WATCH COLLECTING LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Email Address SUBSCRIBE Get the latest watch reviews, watch news, and exclusive content from WCL in your inbox. Thank you! Watch Articles, Watch News, Watch Hands-on Reviews RSS Weekend Reads: Saxony Takes Over Chicago, Wristcheck x Piaget, and Independent Grand Feu Enamel Advertisement

USD 18.468

USD Latest Home Watch Brands A. Lange & Söhne Angelus Armin Strom Arnold & Son Artisans de Genève Audemars Piguet Baume & Mercier Bell & Ross Blancpain Breguet Breitling Bremont Bvlgari Budget Watches Cartier Chopard CVSTOS Czapek Genève De Bethune Ferdinand Berthoud F.P. Journe Girard-Perregaux Glashütte Original Grand Seiko Greubel Forsey Hermès H Moser & Cie Hublot HYT IWC Jacob & Co. Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Goodies Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find Introducing: Arnold & Son Perpetual Moon 41.5 Red Gold 'Year of the Horse'—Métiers d'Art Meets Moon Phase Precision When the Fire Horse succeeds the Wood Snake on February 17, 2026, Arnold & Son will mark the occasion with the sixth installment in its Chinese zodiac collection—a spectacular demonstration of why the La Chaux-de-Fonds manufacture ranks among independent watchmaking's most accomplished métiers d'art practitioners. The Perpetual Moon 41.5 Red Gold "Year of the Horse" ref. 1GLBR.Z11A.C1293A features hand-engraved 18K red gold appliqué work, miniature painting, black aventurine stonework, and an astronomical moon-phase complication that requires 122 years to deviate by a single day from the actual lunar cycle.The 41.5 mm case in 18K red gold measures just 11.67 mm thick despite housing both the elaborate dial construction and the complex movement. A domed sapphire crystal with double-sided anti-reflective coating protects the dial, and the display case back is also treated with anti-reflective coating. The watch ships on black alligator leather with red alligator lining, secured by an 18K carat red gold pin buckle.Arnold & Son's interpretation presents a rearing stallion carved from solid 18K red gold, every muscle hand-engraved to convey the animal's untamed energy. The horse dominates a black aventurine dial that glimmers like a star-studded night sky, its surface layered with mountainous reliefs and shadowy woodland executed through painstaking miniature painting. Behind the stallion, hand-painted golden dust traces the animal's path in sparks that ignite sequentially—a visual metaphor for the Fire Horse's blazing spirit.The artistry intensifies as ambient light fades. Red and yellow Super-LumiNova applied to the ember trail and constellation details transform the scene entirely, the horse's silhouette standing bold against smoldering firelight beneath a radiant mother-of-pearl moon. The lunar disc itself carries the constellations of Cassiopeia and Ursa Major, completing this dual-display composition that rewards extended observation. The MovementThe manual-wound calibre A&S1512 powers this watch; this movement was developed, manufactured, decorated, assembled, adjusted, and cased entirely at Arnold & Son's facilities. The calibre's twin-barrel architecture delivers 90 hours of power reserve while beating at a traditional frequency of 21,600 vph. Most significantly, the movement achieves lunar phase accuracy approaching astronomical precision—true lunation spans 29 days, 12 hours, 44 minutes, and 2.8 seconds, yet Arnold & Son's mechanism tracks this cycle so precisely that 122 years would pass before the display drifted one full day from reality, assuming the watch remains wound.A secondary moon-phase indication visible via the display case back enables rapid, accurate adjustment of the lunar age, while the movement itself showcases traditional haute horlogerie finishing: a rhodium-plated, circular-grained main plate; chamfered bridges decorated with radiating Côtes de Genève; snail-finished wheels; and blued screws with polished, chamfered heads. In SummaryArnold & Son limits production to eight numbered examples. For collectors seeking métiers d'art executed at the highest technical level, the Perpetual Moon 41.5 Red Gold "Year of the Horse" demonstrates why independent manufactures continue to push the boundaries of decorative arts while maintaining chronometric precision. Sticker Price CHF 62,600—approx USD 78,500. More info on Arnold & Son, here. Introducing: Arnold & Son HM Pietersite Steel—The Most Unique Stone Dial We've Ever Seen (Live Photos) Introducing: Arnold & Son HM Pietersite—Where the Dial is the Complication Introducing: Arnold & Son Perpetual Moon 41.5 Red Gold 'Year of the Horse'—Métiers d'Art Meets Moon Phase Precision Introducing: Arnold & Son Luna Magna Red Gold 5N Turquoise Edition. Exclusive to Exquisite Timepieces. Introducing: Arnold & Son Globetrotter 42 Steel 'Greenwich' & 'Strand Blue' Editions Introducing: Arnold & Son Perpetual Moon 41.5 Cliff Grey Edition. The Same Shade as the Cliffs of Cornwall. W&W 2025: Arnold & Son Constant Force Tourbillon 11 Yellow Gold (Live Photos) Introducing: Arnold & Son HM Steel Amber. A Stunning 38-piece Limited Edition. Introducing: Arnold & Son Perpetual Moon 41.5 Red Gold 'Year of the Snake' Posted on January 12, 2026 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Arnold and Son and tagged 2026 Most Popular Arnold & Son Arnold & Son Perpetual Moon 41.5 Red Gold 'Year of the Horse' Moon Phase Watches Métiers d'Art Chinese New Year. Advertisement Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle FOLLOW US LATEST FEATURES Perspective: Messi Plays His Last World Cup—Six Tournaments, Three Legends, and the Watches Built for the Most Beautiful Game Introducing: MB&F Horological Machine No.12 The Guardian—The Watch That Becomes a Robot's Head (Live Photos) Insider: Breguet Tradition Seconde Rétrograde 7035—Blue Grand Feu Enamel and Open Architecture in Rose Gold From the Editor: A Conversation With A. Lange & Söhne's CEO Wilhelm Schmid in Chicago—"Is That Not a Sign?" 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USD Latest Home Watch Brands A. Lange & Söhne Angelus Armin Strom Arnold & Son Artisans de Genève Audemars Piguet Baume & Mercier Bell & Ross Blancpain Breguet Breitling Bremont Bvlgari Budget Watches Cartier Chopard CVSTOS Czapek Genève De Bethune Ferdinand Berthoud F.P. Journe Girard-Perregaux Glashütte Original Grand Seiko Greubel Forsey Hermès H Moser & Cie Hublot HYT IWC Jacob & Co. Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Goodies Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find Introducing: ArtyA Purity Moissanite Curvy Tourbillon—First Use of Silicon Carbide in Watchmaking ArtyA is not a brand that plays by conventional rules. The Geneva-based independent house has built its identity on provocation, material experimentation, and a willingness to go places the mainstream Swiss industry simply won't. With the Purity Moissanite Curvy Tourbillon, it goes further than ever, presenting what it claims is the first tonneau-shaped watch case sculpted entirely from moissanite, a silicon carbide originally discovered in a meteorite crater in 1893. This piece will debut at Watches and Wonders Geneva 2026 in the Carré des Horlogers and is limited to just nine examples. Things to Know About the WatchMoissanite is not new to ArtyA, it was introduced as the world's first moissanite-cased watch at Only Watch in 2023, though that was a round case. The leap to a curved tonneau architecture is significant: moissanite sits between 9.25 and 9.5 on the Mohs scale—harder than sapphire, second only to diamond—and its melting point exceeds 2,700°C. Machining it into complex curved surfaces requires proprietary processes developed in-house by Stanislas Arpa, the founder's son, who leads both ArtyA's creative direction and its materials R&D. No other watchmaker currently works with this material. What makes moissanite optically compelling is its dispersion index of 0.104, more than double that of diamond at 0.044. The result is an intense prismatic decomposition of light—a rainbow fire effect that animates the entire case, which measures 41 mm wide, 42 mm long, and 13 mm thick. ArtyA enhances this with 65 hand-cut facets across the tonneau surfaces, and the crystal’s natural champagne hue adds warmth to the visual presentation. The curved flanks also act as a magnifying lens over the movement, creating an optical depth effect that is central to the design intent. Inside sits the PUR-T3 Curvy Tourbillon, a manufacture calibre developed specifically to follow the curved geometry of the case. The architecture places hours and minutes offset at 12 o'clock with the tourbillon at 6, framed by an upper cage bridge measuring a substantial 17 mm. The watch is paired with a nubuck strap and an ArtyA pin buckle. The MovementInside sits the PUR-T3 Curvy Tourbillon, a manufacture calibre developed specifically to follow the curved geometry of the case. The architecture places hours and minutes offset at 12 o'clock with the tourbillon at 6, framed by an upper cage bridge measuring a substantial 17mm.The PUR-T3 Curvy Tourbillon calibre manual-wound movement beats at 4 Hz—notably higher than the 2.5 to 3 Hz frequency typical of most Swiss manufacture tourbillons—which contributes to improved chronometric stability. Power comes from dual barrels mounted in parallel, delivering a minimum power reserve of 65 hours with a practical maximum of 70 to 72 hours. Regulation is handled via traditional timing weights rather than a regulator index, a more demanding approach that allows finer positional adjustment.Finishing is contemporary but deliberate: bridges and mainplate are fine-sandblasted with cast iron and hand-bevelled, and the tourbillon cage receives the same treatment. A NAC grey galvanic coating rounds out the movement's visual identity. Total component count is 153 across 24 jewels. On the Wrist & PriceArtyA operates in a space where very few independents dare to tread — not just designing unconventional watches, but also engineering the materials science that makes them possible. The Purity Moissanite Curvy Tourbillon is a statement piece in every sense, and with nine examples worldwide, it will remain exactly that. Whether the broader market takes notice is almost beside the point. This is a house building its own lane.Sticker Price USD 216,000. For more info on ArtyA, click here. Introducing: ArtyA Purity Moissanite Curvy Tourbillon—First Use of Silicon Carbide in Watchmaking Introducing: ArtyA Purity Curvy HMS Mirror Titanium. Redefining Contemporary Haute Horlogerie. Introducing: ArtyA Purity Wavy Central Tourbillon Purple 40. Equipped with a 19 mm Wide Central Tourbillon. Introducing: ArtyA Purity Wavy HMS Mirror Introducing: ArtyA Tiny Purity Tourbillon. A Smaller 39 mm Version of the Purity Tourbillon. Introducing: ArtyA Purity Tourbillon Chameleon. Its Nano-Sapphire Case Changes Colors with Artificial Light. Posted on March 18, 2026 by Editor & Publisher and filed under ArtyA, Other Brands and tagged 2026 Most Popular ArtyA ArtyA Purity Moissanite Curvy Tourbillon Tourbillons. Advertisement Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle FOLLOW US LATEST FEATURES Perspective: Messi Plays His Last World Cup—Six Tournaments, Three Legends, and the Watches Built for the Most Beautiful Game Introducing: MB&F Horological Machine No.12 The Guardian—The Watch That Becomes a Robot's Head (Live Photos) Insider: Breguet Tradition Seconde Rétrograde 7035—Blue Grand Feu Enamel and Open Architecture in Rose Gold From the Editor: A Conversation With A. Lange & Söhne's CEO Wilhelm Schmid in Chicago—"Is That Not a Sign?" 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USD Latest Home Watch Brands A. Lange & Söhne Angelus Armin Strom Arnold & Son Artisans de Genève Audemars Piguet Baume & Mercier Bell & Ross Blancpain Breguet Breitling Bremont Bvlgari Budget Watches Cartier Chopard CVSTOS Czapek Genève De Bethune Ferdinand Berthoud F.P. Journe Girard-Perregaux Glashütte Original Grand Seiko Greubel Forsey Hermès H Moser & Cie Hublot HYT IWC Jacob & Co. Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Goodies Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find Introducing: Audemars Piguet Neo Frame Jumping Hour—A Brand New Collection Audemars Piguet's Neo Frame Jumping Hour reference 15245OR.OO.A206VE.01 inaugurates an entirely new collection that decisively breaks from the octagonal architecture that dominates the Manufacture's contemporary catalog. Where recent expansions like Code 11.59 attempted to establish presence through technical complexity, this 18K pink gold timepiece pursues distinction through dimensional restraint and formal clarity derived from the pre-model 1271, a jumping-hour reference produced in just 14 examples between 1929 and 1930. Things to Know About the WatchThe rectangular case measures 34 mm in width and length with an 8.8 mm profile, its proportions elongated by extended lugs that emerge from vertical gadroons flanking each side—eight per surface—whose ridged texture evokes Streamline Moderne's aerodynamic vocabulary. This late Art Deco movement, also known as style paquebot for its association with ocean liners, emphasized fluid geometry and propulsive lines. Le Brassus explored these principles briefly before the 1929 market crash curtailed demand for such refined complications, with the platinum example from that original series now residing in the Musée Atelier Audemars Piguet. The dial construction represents technical problem-solving disguised as minimalist design. Black PVD-treated sapphire covers the entire front surface, with two gold-framed apertures displaying jumping hours and trailing minutes in white numerals against a darkened background. Exposing the sapphire crystal at the 12 and 6 o'clock positions precluded the use of traditional crystal-to-bezel compression mounting. Instead, engineers bonded the dial plate directly to the sapphire, then secured the assembly into the case via screws—a solution developed specifically for this architecture to achieve 20-meter water resistance within such constrained tolerances. “The Neo Frame Jumping Hour is a nod to Audemars Piguet’s pioneering role in developing the first jumping hour watches in the 1920s. Back then, the glass was so fragile that it had to be protected by metal. Today, it is rendered in sapphire, which takes centre stage.” —Sébastian Vivas, Director, Museum and Heritage, Audemars PiguetThe black textured calfskin strap with an 18K pink gold folding clasp completes a package that balances 1920s formal vocabulary with execution standards possible only through current technical capabilities. The MovementPowering this watch is the new Calibre 7122, the Manufacture's first self-winding jumping hour movement. Derived from Calibre 7121, which underpins Royal Oak “Jumbo” references, this 29.6 mm-diameter mechanism beats at 28,800vph (4 Hz), delivering instantaneous hour jumps coordinated with continuous minute advancement. The round movement sits within rectangular architecture visible through the sapphire caseback, its finishing executed to haute horlogerie standards despite inhabiting a case whose external dimensions might suggest dress-watch simplicity. Power reserve extends to 52 hours, with a patented shock-absorbing system securing the hour disk after each jump to prevent accidental displacement. Summary & PriceThe Neo Frame launches as an ongoing production watch rather than a limited edition, suggesting Audemars Piguet envisions this rectangular format as foundational rather than commemorative. Between 1924 and 1951, the Manufacture sold 347 jumping -hour wristwatches, including 135 with dual apertures, thereby positioning the complication within Le Brassus's historical repertoire even as mainstream production concentrated elsewhere. The decision to revive these proportions through contemporary manufacturing—sapphire bonding, modern shock absorption, automatic winding—indicates interest in shaped cases as viable alternatives to established collections.For collectors seeking Audemars Piguet timepieces unconnected to Royal Oak genealogy, the Neo Frame offers dimensional contrast and mechanical sophistication through a complication enjoying renewed appreciation across manufactures. Sticker Price USD 71,200. For more info on Audemars Piguet, click here.   Introducing: Audemars Piguet [RE]Master02 Selfwinding. A Tribute to Brutalism. News: Presenting the Audemars Piguet [Re]master01 Selfwinding Chronograph Experience: The Audemars Piguet Museum. An Unforgettable Afternoon in Le Brassus. Posted on February 3, 2026 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Audemars Piguet and tagged 2026 Most Popular Audemars Piguet Audemars Piguet Neo Frame Jumping Hour Audemars Piguet Neo Frame Jumping Hours Watches. Advertisement Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle FOLLOW US LATEST FEATURES Perspective: Messi Plays His Last World Cup—Six Tournaments, Three Legends, and the Watches Built for the Most Beautiful Game Introducing: MB&F Horological Machine No.12 The Guardian—The Watch That Becomes a Robot's Head (Live Photos) Insider: Breguet Tradition Seconde Rétrograde 7035—Blue Grand Feu Enamel and Open Architecture in Rose Gold From the Editor: A Conversation With A. Lange & Söhne's CEO Wilhelm Schmid in Chicago—"Is That Not a Sign?" Weekend Reads: Saxony Takes Over Chicago, Wristcheck x Piaget, and Independent Grand Feu Enamel THE WATCH COLLECTING LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Email Address SUBSCRIBE Get the latest watch reviews, watch news, and exclusive content from WCL in your inbox. Thank you! Watch Articles, Watch News, Watch Hands-on Reviews RSS Weekend Reads: Saxony Takes Over Chicago, Wristcheck x Piaget, and Independent Grand Feu Enamel Advertisement

USD 43.000

USD Latest Home Watch Brands A. Lange & Söhne Angelus Armin Strom Arnold & Son Artisans de Genève Audemars Piguet Baume & Mercier Bell & Ross Blancpain Breguet Breitling Bremont Bvlgari Budget Watches Cartier Chopard CVSTOS Czapek Genève De Bethune Ferdinand Berthoud F.P. Journe Girard-Perregaux Glashütte Original Grand Seiko Greubel Forsey Hermès H Moser & Cie Hublot HYT IWC Jacob & Co. Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaquet Droz Laurent Ferrier L’Epée 1839 Louis Erard Louis Moinet Louis Vuitton MB&F MCT Montblanc Omega Parmigiani Fleurier Patek Philippe Panerai Piaget Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Speake-Marin TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor Ulysse Nardin Urwerk Vacheron Constantin Zenith Other Brands Watchlife Sybarite Guide Luxury Goods Watch Shopping World Travel Autos Watch Collectors Watch Goodies Watch Auctions From the Editor Perspective Watches & Wonders News News GPHG SIHH Baselworld Events Videos Find Introducing: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph 43mm—Bleu Nuit Ceramic and Smoked Green Titanium Two new AP Royal Oak Offshore Chronographs expand the 43mm line through material combinations that privilege ceramic and titanium over precious metals. These additions demonstrate Audemars Piguet's continued investment in the Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph as a platform for developing technical materials. Both references employ Calibre 4401, the integrated flyback chronograph movement that replaced modular constructions across the Offshore line in 2021. Hopefully, AP has addressed the known issues with this faulty calibre by now, and all new watches won’t have any further issues moving forward. Things to Know About the WatchesBoth watches measure 43mm in diameter and 14.4mm in thickness, and are equipped with interchangeable rubber straps that coordinate with dial colors: blue rubber with an additional black option for the ceramic variant, and grey-green rubber for the titanium reference.The new reference 26420CD.OO.A029VE.01 utilizes a "Bleu Nuit, Nuage 50" ceramic—the Manufacture's proprietary deep blue ceramic introduced in 2025—for case, bezel, pushers, and crown. This saturated shade represents Audemars Piguet's response to ceramic's typical limitation to black, white, or grey tones through material science rather than surface treatment. Titanium appears in the case back, crown guards, and bezel screws, providing structural reinforcement while creating tonal contrast against the blue ceramic surfaces. The dial presents an unexpected pairing: warm beige Méga Tapisserie finishing with chronograph subdials rendered in matching Bleu Nuit ceramic color. This reverses typical chronograph dial logic where subdials create contrast through differentiation. Instead, the beige base provides visual warmth while blue subdials echo case material, integrating dial and case as unified composition. White gold applied hour markers and Royal Oak hands maintain legibility against the beige background, while luminescent coating addresses visibility in reduced light. Meanwhile, reference 26420IO.OO.A402CA.01 combines a titanium case with a black ceramic bezel, pushers, and crown. The smoked green dial features gradient finishing that transitions from darker periphery to lighter center. Beige and black subdials create layered depth, while the black inner bezel provides chromatic accent. The MovementThe in-house calibre 4401 delivers 70 hours of power reserve through integrated flyback chronograph architecture with column wheel and vertical clutch. The date window is positioned at 4:30, offset from the subdial centers to maintain dial symmetry. Movement finishing includes angled surfaces, satin-brushed components, and circular graining visible through sapphire case backs. Summary & PriceThe ceramic variant retails for more than the titanium variant, reflecting the material development costs ceramic cases require compared to traditional metals. Pricing for the titanium reference typically positions below ceramic variants while exceeding stainless steel.These additions reinforce the Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph's role as a materials laboratory where Audemars Piguet tests ceramic formulations and titanium treatments before broader collection integration. The Bleu Nuit ceramic continues its development, visible in the perpetual calendar references, while the smoked green dial explores a chromatic territory less common in Le Brassus's sports watch catalog.Sticker Price USD 63,700 for ceramic and USD 46,600 for titanium. For more info on Audemars Piguet, click here. Perspective: Hublot Already Wrote This Story—Audemars Piguet Is Just Catching Up Introducing: Audemars Piguet x Swatch Royal Pop. The Royal Oak Goes Mass Market—and AP's Brand Equity Goes With It. Perspective: AP Once Built Watches from Cermet, Forged Carbon, Tantalum, and BMG—Then Came the Swatch Royal Pop BioCeramic From the Editor: Audemars Piguet and Swatch Confirm Royal Pop Collaboration—RIP the Most Iconic Steel Sports Watch at the Price of Gold From the Archives: Visiting the Audemars Piguet Manufacture. What You Should Know Before AP Walks Into Watches and Wonders. From the Editor: Audemars Piguet's 22-Watch Overload—Quantity Over Vision, One Stands Apart Introducing: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph 43mm—Bleu Nuit Ceramic and Smoked Green Titanium Introducing: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Diver—Three New Colorways Introducing: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph 38mm In-House Calibre Posted on February 3, 2026 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Audemars Piguet and tagged 2026 Most Popular Audemars Piguet Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph 43mm Smoked Green Titanium Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph 43mm Bleu Nuit Ceramic Chronographs Royal Oak Offshore. 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Since its 2010 debut and subsequent additions to the model, the Royal Oak Offshore Diver has distinguished itself through an internal rotating bezel operated via a dedicated crown at 10 o'clock—an unconventional solution to traditional external bezel architecture that eliminates accidental adjustment risk while maintaining ISO 6425 certification for 300-meter water resistance. Things to Know About the WatchesThe 42mm case maintains the Royal Oak Offshore Diver's established proportions with a 14.2mm thickness, and the interchangeable rubber straps via AP’s integrated system allow rapid configuration changes—each watch includes two straps, typically combining the dial’s accent color with black as an alternate option. The system integrates directly into intermediate lugs, preserving external aesthetics while enabling tool-free strap exchanges.White gold applied hour markers, and Royal Oak hands receive a luminescent coating for visibility in low-light conditions. The date window at three o'clock features magnification for legibility, while glare-proofed sapphire crystals on both the front and the case back ensure clear views of the dial and movement. The three new variants replace the previous khaki, grey, and blue trio with colorways that emphasize either restrained tonal integration or assertive chromatic contrast. Reference 15720ST.OO.A403CA.01 in deep teal presents the subtlest evolution, pairing a dark blue Méga Tapisserie dial with 18K pink gold applied hour markers, hands, and crown details. The black-and-white rotating inner bezel maintains legibility while the pink gold accents provide warmth against cool blue tones. This treatment mirrors the approach established with the previous khaki variant—precious metal highlights elevating stainless steel architecture. Meanwhile, references 15720ST.OO.A010CA.01 and 15720ST.OO.A355CA.01 deliver perfect contrast through black dials accented by colored rotating inner bezels—rosy pink with a white rubber strap, and vibrant turquoise with a matching rubber. Both utilize black ceramic screw-down crowns, creating visual consistency between case and crown materials. The MovementCalibre 4308 powers the revised lineup, replacing the previous generation's movement. This 234-part automatic movement extends the power reserve to 60 hours while incorporating a patented setting mechanism that ensures stability and precision during function adjustment. The movement's finishing—Côtes de Genève, circular graining, and polished bevels—remains visible through sapphire casebacks alongside a blackened 22K pink gold rotor that coordinates with dial accent colors. Summary & PriceThe Offshore Diver occupies a specific position within Audemars Piguet's sports watch hierarchy: more technically capable than the 50 m Royal Oak, yet less chronograph-focused than the 100 m Offshore Chronograph. For collectors seeking genuine dive functionality from a manufacture better known for luxury sports watches than professional instruments, these three new references maintain the format's unusual combination of haute horlogerie finishing and ISO-certified dive capability.Sticker Price USD 32,900. For more info on Audemars Piguet, click here.  View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize Introducing: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Diver—Three New Colorways News: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Diver Next Generation ref. 15720ST in 3 Versions Eye Candy: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Diver Chronograph ref. 26703ST. A Very Colorful Yellow and Black Diving Watch. Insider: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Diver Silver-Toned Dial ref. 15710ST. After More Than a Month on the Wrist, the Black Dial is the Way to Go. Posted on February 3, 2026 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Audemars Piguet and tagged 2026 Most Popular AP Diver Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Diver Audemars Piguet Diving Watches. Advertisement Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle FOLLOW US LATEST FEATURES Perspective: Messi Plays His Last World Cup—Six Tournaments, Three Legends, and the Watches Built for the Most Beautiful Game Introducing: MB&F Horological Machine No.12 The Guardian—The Watch That Becomes a Robot's Head (Live Photos) Insider: Breguet Tradition Seconde Rétrograde 7035—Blue Grand Feu Enamel and Open Architecture in Rose Gold From the Editor: A Conversation With A. Lange & Söhne's CEO Wilhelm Schmid in Chicago—"Is That Not a Sign?" 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