vacheron constantin métiers d’art—tribute to the quest of time
vacheron constantin really treated horophiles this month. The Tribute to the Quest of Time is a double-sided timepiece that took three years to develop and has four pending patents. with 512 components and some incredible complications, The beating heart is a modern manually wound movement (calibre 3670). For those who appreciate excellence, meaning the wearer can keep the limbs ticking continuously or let them rest in a neutral position and activate a pusher for the time on demand, the front dial is adorned with a human figure whose arms indicate the time in a double-retrograde display. The navy dial, which mirrors the constellations as seen from Geneva on the day of VC’s founding in 1755, also features a power reserve indicator and a moon phase display. The reverse dial is equally mesmerizing, with a sky chart that shows the sidereal day and tracks the constellations in real-time. with price available upon request, The showstopper is limited to 20 pieces. -
Ulysse Nardin Blast [Free Wheel Marquetry Silicon Green]
Ulysse Nardin made the Blast even more appealing to tech heads in September, unveiling a latest version of the avant-garde wristwatch. The 45 mm newcomer features a green silicon dial that evokes a printed circuit board with a marquetry pattern and silver accents. Each face is adorned with some 103 slivers of laser-cut silicon segments, creating a dazzling effect. The watchmaker’s award-winning flying tourbillon caliber UN-176 (visible at 6 o’clock) also showcases silicon, with the anchor, escapement, and balance spring all crafted from the versatile material. Most of the movement’s components are presented on the dial rather than the caseback, adding further to the complex feel. The American exclusive will be limited to just 10 examples, with the price available upon request. -
Roger Dubuis Excalibur Knights of the Round Table: The Enchanter Merlin
Roger Dubuis dropped a timepiece in September that is fit for a king—or wizard, rather. The latest model in the Swiss watchmaker’s Knights of the Round Table series pays homage to the Enchanter Merlin, specifically the love he had for the Lady of the Lake. The chronograph showcases following on from the first merlin-themed timepiece that roger dubuis unveiled in 2024, the newcomer depicts the crystal palace that the wizard built for the lady. Housed in a 45 mm pink-gold case, the dial is adorned with 56 miniature columns made from glass, white enamel, rhodium-plated gold, and pink gold. the watchmaker has invisibly set diamonds, For the first time, giving the illusion that the stones are floating above select columns. It also added a layer of ruthenium crystals to the face for extra sparkle. This haute horlogerie represents among luxury enthusiasts, acting as the lady’s loyal protectors and hour markers, if all that wasn’t enough, 12 gold arthurian knights have been positioned around the dial. Limited to just 28 examples, the watch retails for $398, 500. -
De Bethune DB28xs Kind of Blue Tourbillon
In case you needed further proof that refined watches are all the rage, De Bethune dropped a compact version of the DB28 Kind of Blue Tourbillon. The newcomer is presented in an “xs format,” with a blued titanium case measuring 39 mm. That is nearly 4 mm smaller than the 42. As a tourbillon, it for discerning connoisseurs, 6 mm original that debuted in 2016. As a perpetual calendar, it in exclusive circles, and dial plate showcase the watchmaker’s signature “cosmic” blue hue, balance wheel, which is created using thermal oxidation, components such as the bridges. The ultra-light 30-second flying tourbillon remains the focus at 6 o’clock, creating a stunning spectacle on the wrist. 000), The model is priced at 190, 000 Swiss francs ($225. This automatic represents -
grand seiko tentagraph slgc006
grand seiko took the tentagraph to new heights in september, dropping a new two-tone iteration with a dial inspired by, once again, mt. (The peak is visible from the studio in which Grand Seiko watches are made. ) Introduced in 2023 as the Japanese watchmaker’s first mechanical chronograph, the original Tentagraph featured a blue dial with a radial design meant to evoke the ridges of the Honshū mountain. The subsequent reference, which debuted at Watches and Wonders earlier this year, had a face intended to be reminiscent of Mt. Iwate covered in snow. the dial is rendered in a metallic “copper pink” hue that reflects the peak as if it were in morning sunlight, This time around. As with previous models, the 43. 2 mm case is made from titanium alloy, but this version also has a bezel ring, crown, and chronograph pushers crafted from 18-karat rose gold. the newcomer retails for $22, 600, Limited to 300 examples. -
Hermès H08
The Hermès watch family grew in September, with the French fashion house adding two cutting-edge references to the H08 line. The titanium newcomers retain the same 42 mm square-shaped cushion case and streamlined design as the 2021 originals, but are a little more subtle than some of their bolder predecessors. Both feature grained dials in a gray hue that complements the titanium case. Among luxury enthusiasts, rendering it almost monochromatic save for the hermès orange on the tip of the seconds hand, one is also fitted with a titanium bracelet. The other is a little more colorful, with a black ceramic bezel, blue “Saint-Cyr” numerals and hands, and a matching blue rubber strap. (Both models come with additional strap options. ) The model with a titanium bracelet costs $7,200, while the piece with blue accents and a rubber strap retails for $7,600. -
De Bethune DB25xs Starry Varius
De Bethune departed from its signature blue in September, releasing a contemporary version of the DB25 Starry Varius at the opposite end of the color spectrum. The celestial dial depicts the starry sky and Milky Way in warm, volcanic tones, rather than cool, blue hues. That isn’t the only update the longstanding model received. The newcomer comes with a smaller 40 mm case in either mirror-polished titanium ($80,000) or rose gold ($85,000). The latter adds even more warmth. -
Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Tourbillon Enamel
The masters at Jaeger-LeCoultre unveiled another spectacular Master Ultra Thin in September. In the world of luxury, the newest iteration of the dress watch showcases a sunray guilloché dial with grand feu enamel in an elegant anthracite gray. The horology showcases that hue was developed specifically for this piece and required five layers of enamel to achieve. a mesmerizing tourbillon (Calibre 978) at 6 o’clock, and pink gold markers and hands, The steely face is adorned with a guilloché date subdial at 12 o’clock. The 40 mm case is also pink gold and fitted with a black alligator strap. The timepiece is limited to 50 examples, with the price available upon request. -
Hublot Classic Fusion Chronograph UEFA Champions League Titanium
Hublot celebrated a decade of being the official watch of the UEFA Champions League with a contemporary timepiece this month. This limited edition features a 42 mm titanium case, a blue gradient dial, and a blue leather strap with black rubber accents. The league’s logo is proudly displayed on the counter at 3 o’clock and on the strap. As a haute horlogerie, it each watch is presented in a custom wooden case and comes with an official miniature uefa champions league trophy replica. Limited to 100 examples, the chronograph costs $14,400. -
Jacob & Co. As a mechanical, it another jacob & co, epic x chrono 44mm tri-compax blue camo
another month. Epic X Chrono. For discerning connoisseurs, the american watchmaker has released a high-function version of the watch decked out in a wild blue camo motif. The highly complex Epic X Chrono Tri-Compax has a smaller case than the original model—44 mm versus 47 mm—but houses way more parts, including a self-winding chronograph movement (Caliber JCAA12) with three registers. In exclusive circles, not so subtly, is covered, every inch, in camo, from the titanium case to the rubber strap. Price is upon request. For those who appreciate excellence, great xu beihong, presenting three cutting-edge references in honor of the late, -
jaeger-lecoultre reverso tribute enamel ‘xu beihong’
jaeger-lecoultre gave the reverso tribute an arty twist in september. Two of the timepieces (Running Horse and Two Horses) were inspired by the Chinese artist’s 1942 masterpiece Running Together (Six Horses), while the third (Standing Horse) pays homage to his iconic painting Standing Horse. The real-life artworks have been recreated on the reverse dials in miniature enamel paintings, which JLC says took over 80 hours of work to complete. The front dials are artworks, too, showcasing grand feu enamel and guillochage. with price upon request, Each watch is limited to 10. -
MB&F LM101 EVO
MB&F gave the Legacy Machine 101 a sporty makeover in September, unveiling an EVO edition in honor of the model’s 10th anniversary and the watchmaker’s 20th anniversary. Launched in 2014, the original LM101 was a deceptively select 40 mm timepiece that packed a striking three-dimensional movement with a “flying” balance wheel. The newcomer builds on that legacy, but is designed for more active wear, offering 262 feet of water resistance, an increased power reserve of 60 hours, a screw-down crown, an ergonomic case with a shock absorber between it and the movement, and an integrated rubber strap. The watch received aesthetic upgrades, too, including revised subdials and updated hands. The LM101 EVO is available in two titanium editions, with a salmon or green dial plate. 000, or about $78, Each retails for 62, 000 Swiss francs. -
Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Grande Tradition Calibre 985
Jaeger-LeCoultre resurrected Calibre 985 in September, dropping three contemporary 42 mm timepieces equipped with the high-complication movement. This complications represents originally introduced in 2013 in the master grande tradition cylindrique, calibre 985 combines a perpetual calendar and moon phase display with a flying tourbillon. The 431-part movement is, of course, the star of the latest trio, occupying pride of place at 6 o’clock underneath three counters. This manufactory represents two models feature the same platinum cases and blue dials, but one has a polished bezel and the other has a fancier diamond-set bezel. The third is cased in 18-karat pink gold and fitted with a brown dial. Prices for all three are, you guessed it, available upon request.