Different skillsets from the Manufacture’s Métiers Rares® atelier come together to create a domed open-worked enamelled dial. Each timepiece takes approximately 70 hours of work to complete the beautiful dial. 

When the Calibre 948 was first created by Jaeger-LeCoultre, it would be the first time a world-time complication was paired with a flying tourbillon. The Universal Tourbillon would also make a complete circuit of the dial every 24 hours, the same as the length of a mean solar day. The Calibre 948 was designed and created in-house at the brand’s Manufacture. The creation of this world-time complication in-house shows the technical creativity and artistic talents that the brand has to offer. 

Design:

Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Master Grande Tradition Calibre 948 comes in a white gold 43mm case, with a dial that’s composed of several different parts. Unlike traditional dials that show world maps, the Master Grande Tradition Calibre 948 shows the map of the world viewed from the North Pole floating above the dial bed on a domed skeleton, which is formed by longitudes and latitudes of the Northern Hemisphere. The master artisans of Jaeger-LeCoultre have created the outline of the continents through a cut-out from a white gold sheet and then decorated it with champlevé enamel.

This new Master Grande Tradition Calibre 948 requires 55 hours of enamelling per single dome. The complete dial after its remarkable miniature artwork takes around 70 hours to finish. The dial bed is a disc made of blue translucent lacquer which has been applied over a wavy guilloche pattern. This is done to show the lunar’s influence over sea tides. The flying tourbillon spinning in 60 seconds is shown in a circular aperture on one side of the dial. 

Each different timezone around the world is represented by the name of a city, which is arranged in a ring around the centre of the dial. Around the city ring are two other fixed concentric rings; a 24-hour indicator with applied numerals and rectangular indexes and the minute track which has been laser-engraved onto blue lacquer. The domed Earth map along with the Universal Tourbillon and city ring makes a complete 360 degree turn within 24 hours. As the domed Earth makes the 360-degree turn, the right time in each city will always be indicated. 

Movement:

The automatic mechanical Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 948 operates at a frequency of 28, 800 VpH while giving out a power reserve of 48 hours. The Master Grande Tradition Calibre 948 will be offered on a blue alligator leather strap which matches the blue lacquered dial nicely. 

Incorporating a flying tourbillon with a world time indicator is no easy task. Jaeger-LeCoultre has achieved this by blending art with the mechanics to create the new Master Grande Tradition Calibre 948. Presented at Watches & Wonders 2022, this travellers companion is limited to just 20 models worldwide. 

Reference: Q52834E1

Specification:

• Case: 43 mm and thickness 14.13mm
• Case Material: White gold; sapphire case-back
• Dial: Blue translucent lacquer over a wavy guilloche pattern; domed skeleton structure decorated with champlevé enamel
• Crystal: Sapphire crystal on both sides
• Water resistance: 50 meters
• Movement: Automatic mechanical Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 948
• Power reserve: 48Hours
• Strap: Alligator leather with deployant buckle
• Functions: Hours/minutes, universal flying tourbillon, world-time display (24 time zones), 24-hour indication

Australian Recommended Retail Price: Price upon request.

Availability: Enquire through JLC boutiques worldwide. Limited to 20 pieces.

Panerai states that “Panerai is committed to developing strategies for a sustainable future, including reducing waste and promoting reuse of materials. The Panerai Submersible QuarantaQuattro eSteel recognizes the critical importance of sustainability goals while maintaining the brand’s established design codes and technical finesse: 72g of the Submersible QuarantaQuattro eSteel is made of recycled materials, corresponding to 52% of the total weight of the watch (that is 137g)”.

With the use of eSteel on Panerai’s Submersible collection, the timepieces can still withstand the same pressure and durability as standard conventional steel. This is because eSteel has the same properties as conventional steel. The chemical composition is similar, with the physical structure and resistance to corrosion being identical as well. Making eSteel the more sustainable choice. 

The Panerai Submersible QuarantaQuattro eSteel comes in three colour variants, where the dial and bezel match in colours nicely. The colour palette consists of deep blue, grey, and deep green. 

Design:

All three variants come in 44mm case size, and for the first time use a polished ceramic unidirectional bezel. This is the first time for the brand in general where a high gloss surface has been used for a bezel. Another first for the brand is the dial colours. Featuring a polished finish, the dial colours themselves have a gradient finish, where the colour deepens from the centre outwards. 

The Panerai Submersible QuarantaQuattro eSteel comes witha water-resistance of 30 bar (300m). The timepiece comes with two straps upon purchase, with both being in the same colour as the dial of the watch. Sustainability on the Panerai Submersible QuarantaQuattro eSteel is not just limited to the case material. Both straps offered are sustainable products, with the first strap being made from recycled PET fabric and the second strap made from recycled rubber. The watches feature a brushed steel Safety Lock Crown protection device so that the crown doesn’t come undone during deep dives. On the protection device, there is an engraving of eSteel, making the sustainable product known. 

The dial is kept relatively simple, with large hour indices and hands filled with Super-LumiNova for low visibility areas. There’s a simple date window at 3 o’clock accompanied by a constant seconds counter on the opposing side at 9 o’clock. 

Movement:

The engine behind the Panerai Submersible QuarantaQuattro eSteel is the automatic mechanical P.900 calibre movement. At just 4.2mm thick, the movement operates at 4Hz (28, 800VpH). The P.900 calibre movement also comes with a hefty power reserve of approximately three days. 

A watch featuring a few firsts for the brand, the Panerai Submersible QuarantaQuattro eSteel certainly brings something different to the table. The Submersible collection just received a fresh update with beautiful coloured dials and is now a more environmentally friendly sustainable product. The brand is doing its part to be more environmentally friendly with the watches they create, with the Panerai Submersible QuarantaQuattro eSteel being a big step in the right direction. 

Reference: PAM01289 (Blu Profondo), PAM01287 (Verde Smeraldo), PAM01288 (Grigio Roccia)

Australian Recommended Retail Price: $16,200.00

Availability: Available from April 2022

What makes the Hampton collection from Baume & Mercier classic and elegant is the strap that it is fixated with. The Milano mesh beautifully amplifies the luxury and curves of the watch, making it a must-have on any Baume & Mercier Hampton timepiece. The creation of this long strand of steel which has been skillfully weaved dates back to the 17th century and began as an expert Italian technique. 

This latest Hampton collection once again revisits the Milano mesh strap on polished and satin-finished steel that not only heightens the aesthetics of the watch but also brings superior comfort to the wrist. Most of the Hampton Medium models come in the Milano mesh strap, while the “glamourous spirit” Hampton Large model has a more traditional appearance with a leather strap. 

Hampton Medium – M0A10671

This is the quartz version of the vintage-inspired Hampton Medium model. The quartz version comes with a blue satin dial which has a beautiful sun-burst effect. The white minute track along the edge of the dial reflects the rectangular shape of the case. To provide a crisp and clear contrasting effect for the dial to be easily readable, the hands are “glave” and hour indices are rhodium-plated with riveted Arabic numerals for “6” and “12” o’clock. 

Hampton Medium – M0A10672

This medium-sized Hampton comes with a self-winding movement that has a power reserve of approximately 38 hours. The opaline and silver-grained dial feature riveted black ruthenium Arabic numerals and indexes along with the black ruthenium “glaive” hands. Baume & Mercier opted to go for this style so that the watch would have a very vintage character. As this is the automatic version, the watch comes with an open case back which reveals the refined watchmaking decorations such as the circular-grained bridges, sand-blasted, and snailed baseplate, and the “Côtes de Genève”. 

Hampton Large – M0A10666

The Hampton Large model features a larger self-winding movement to accommodate for the extra features such as the date aperture at 12 o’clock and the second time zone along with the day-night indicator at 6 o’clock. The watch comes in a polished steel case which contrasts well against the dial and strap. The watch comes with an opaline and grained slate dial that adds texture. The readability of the dial is enhanced through the use of a white minute track, riveted rhodium-plated Arabic numerals and indices, and the “glaive” hands which is a signature design in this collection. 

The movement of the watch provides a decent power reserve of approximately 42-hours. The movement can also be seen from the open case back, where the watch aficionados will be treated to a delight of different finishes including circular-grained bridges, sand-blasted, and snailed baseplate, and an oscillating weight that carries “Côtes de Genève” decorations. 

Hampton Medium – M0A10670

The second Hampton Medium-sized model features a quartz movement that has extended battery life. Featuring the same polished steel case as the other Medium Hampton models, the reference M0A10670 comes with a brown calfskin leather strap, which adds a touch of colour to the model. The dial is a mix of white and beige-like finish, which matches the case nicely. The hands are “glaive” design while the Arabic numerals and indices are rhodium-plated. The addition of the brown leather strap on the white dial certainly gives this model a much more elegant and luxury appeal and adds variation to this latest Hampton collection. 

The use of lab-grown diamonds is a huge step for TAG Heuer. The diamonds have the power to make a watch stand out, and offer a variety of design codes and versatility. The Carrera Plasma is a true testament to the Swiss watchmaker’s DNA of avant-garde innovation. Frédéric Arnault expands on the watchmaker’s thirst for innovation by stating that “Innovation and redefining frontiers is in our DNA. With the introduction of the TAG Heuer Carrera Plasma, we want to expand the possible palette and designs for diamond watches and diamonds in general, and create a new and breathtaking vision of mastering carbon and diamond design as well as cutting-edge light effects.”

The model chosen to carry this first lab-grown diamond design is one of the brand’s most iconic models; the Carrera. The Carrera model carries with it a prestigious history, beautiful design, aesthetic appeal, and the best modern technology that TAG has to offer. Lab-grown diamonds have been used to great effect on this Carrera Plasma model. A technology called Chemical Vapour deposition (CVD), or as TAG Heuer calls it ‘Diamant d’Avant-Garde’, allows the brand to create a beautiful timepiece where the diamonds have been created in unique shapes and textures. 

Design:

TAG Heuer has given the Carrera Plasma a 44mm case which is made from sandblasted anodized aluminium. The case has a total of 48 lab-grown diamonds worth 4.2 ct in total embedded into the watch case. The anodized aluminium case which has a matte black colour appearance is matched with a black ceramic polished bezel. This black serves to highlight and contrast against the beautiful lab-grown diamonds placed throughout the timepiece. 

TAG Heuer has also teamed up with the start-up diamond designer Capsoul to create a very special crown for this watch, made entirely from lab-grown diamond. The chronograph pushers have a black DLC coating so that it matches the case nicely. 

One of the main talking points of this new Carrera Plasma is the polycrystalline diamond dial. TAG Heuer was able to produce this dial by growing the crystals as one. The brand states that “this represents another type of a rich CVD growth, where many diamonds create spectacular reflections and a diverse visual effect while still constituting a single diamond piece”. The 3 o’clock and 9 o’clock sub counters have been made from a black polycrystalline diamond plate (measuring 0.25ct each) and come with polished rhodium-plated hands. The hour indexes in white gold all come with lab-grown diamonds, with the 12 o’clock hour marker having double diamonds. 

TAG Heuer has given the Carrera Plasma an elegant black leather strap with black stitching and black titanium grade 2 ADLC-treated clasp. The black strap blends nicely with the case and diverts all attention to the dial and the lab-grown diamonds. 

Movement:

As stunning as the dial is, the movement powering this watch is just as impressive. TAG Heuer has used their in-house Heuer 02 automatic chronograph Nanograph movement. The movement carries TAG Heuer’s in-house carbon hairspring, which has been created using the same CVD method that was used to make the lab-grown diamonds. The carbon hairspring really does play an important role as it delivers exceptional levels of anti-magnetism, shock resistance, and stability across temperature ranges. The movement gives out a power reserve of approximately 65 hours. 

Presented for Watches & Wonders 2022, TAG Heuer’s unveiling of the new Carrera Plasma opens a whole new world into avant-garde watch designs.

Reference: XCBN5A90.FC8315

Specification:

• Case: 44 mm
• Case Material: Sandblasted black anodised aluminium case set with 48 lab-grown diamonds (4.2 ct in total)
• Dial: Rhodium-plated brass base dial covered with a polycrystalline diamond plate (3.9 ct)
• Crystal: Sapphire Crystal
• Water resistance: 100 meters
• Movement: HEUER02 Tourbillon Nanograph, COSC-certified
• Power reserve: 80 Hours
• Strap: Rolled-up strap in black calfskin with black lining, Black sandblasted ardillon clasp in titanium grade 2 with ADLC treatment

Australian Recommended Retail Price: $518,900.00 AUD

Availability: Limited production and available from May 2022

Hublot is known for creating unique timepieces all the while pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with watchmaking. The brand’s R&D department is always looking for ways to innovate and create something better than the last. One area they haven’t touched till now is the square-shaped case. Hublot states that the “geometry bewitched Hublot because of the challenges it sets”. The first is the movement. Since every calibre has the wheel as its basic component, it, therefore, needs a round movement. If you are to place a round movement harmoniously in a square case, this requires a very specific style.

With the challenges in front of them, and not wanting to create just any normal square shaped timepiece, the brand decided to take a radical approach to the watch design. The brand has given the Square Bang a skeletonised dial, hiding nothing from the dial and letting the in-house Unico movement be seen to its fullest. 

Design:

While the movement was one challenge, the modular construction of the case was another. The 43mm square case was designed in line with Hublot’s DNA, which features a central housing dressed with an upper-lower plate so that a myriad of combinations is possible. The square shape also makes it harder to design for water resistance. A challenge Hublot took on and succeeded, with the watch now being waterproof to 100m. 

The size of the case was chosen to be 43mm, so that it sits on the wrist in balance, and is comfortable to wear. Hublot looked to their 42mm Big Bang as a reference for choosing the right size. As per the design of the Big Bang models, six (functional) screws are also placed along with the bezel of the Square Bang. The placement of the screws on the Square Bang is in roughly the same locations as the Big Bang models. 

A total of five models of the 43mm Square Bang timepiece will be offered. There is an “All Black” timepiece which as the name suggests is completely black besides the movement. The All Black timepiece is in fact a collectors limited edition, which is produced in only 250 units. This is the only limited edition timepiece of this new Square Bang collection. 

The other four models in this new collection are a solid titanium piece, titanium with ceramic bezel model, a King Gold with ceramic bezel model, and lastly a full King Gold timepiece. Each model in the Square Bang collection comes with a black rubber strap and a folding clasp that matches the material of the case. As customary with all Hublot timepieces, the finishing is up to the highest standard. The screws are sandblasted and polished, chronograph push-pieces are decorated with rubber ‘chocolate squares’ and polished hands for both rhodium-plated or 5N gold-plated models. 

Movement:

The engine behind the Square Bang is the HUB1280 Unico Manufacture movement. This is a 354-component automatic chronograph movement that beats at 4Hz (28,800 VpH) and can give out a power reserve of approximately 72 hours (3 days). 

Hublot has finally stepped into the square-shaped watch case arena, and their first collection is certainly something that will get the industry talking. It’s too early to tell how popular these models will be, but from first viewing, it’s no ordinary square timepiece. They have pulled out all the stops to make the Square Bang come out with a..well bang! Ricardo Guadalupe, the Hublot CEO, sums up this piece nicely by stating that “the square watch is a very specific object that most watchmakers dare not tackle. This is a divisive, disruptive and unconventional shape that no one has known how to rework for decades: it was just waiting for us! Hublot decided to get to grips with the shape in order to explore its power and create a totally unique timepiece. Like any Hublot, the Square Bang has no equivalent!”

References:

• Square Bang Titanium Ceramic – 821.NM.0170.RX
• Square Bang Titanium – 821.NX.0170.RX
• Square Bang King Gold Ceramic – 821.OM.0180.RX
• Square Bang King Gold Ceramic – 821.OX.0180.RX

Specification:

• Case:  43mm, 14.5mm thick
• Case Material: Titanium, Ceramic, King Gold
• Dial: Skeletonised dial
• Crystal: Sapphire, domed on both sides, anti-reflective coating inside
• Water resistance: 100 meters
• Movement: Unico Manufacture, Self-winding chronograph
• Power reserve: 72 hours
• Strap: Black Decorated rubber

Australian retail pricing:

• Square Bang Titanium Ceramic – 821.NM.0170.RX – $33,600.00 AUD
• Square Bang Titanium – 821.NX.0170.RX – $32,200.00 AUD
• Square Bang King Gold Ceramic – 821.OM.0180.RX – $55,600.00 AUD
• Square Bang King Gold Ceramic – 821.OX.0180.RX – $60,000.00 AUD

Availability: Available now

The unveiling of this timepiece brings along a world-first for the brand, as the Nylon watchmaker shows an exclusive version of synthetic sapphire, along with a completely new colour in the form of translucent purple, a first for fine watchmaking. 

Creating this translucent purple is no easy feat. It shows how tirelessly the watchmaker is continuing its research and development, to always be constantly improving and making themselves the leader and one of the most disruptive watch brands in the new Millenium. To create a new colour in sapphire requires subtle alchemy to combine a powerfully expressive and translucent shade within the highly complex Big Bang Tourbillon case. Hublot is able to keep pushing these boundaries as they have gained vast knowledge and experience from creating a number of impressive sapphire timepieces already. Hublot’s list of sapphire timepieces includes the Big Bang Unico Sapphire (transparent), All Black Sapphire, Big Bang Unico Red Sapphire, Big Bang Unico Blue Sapphire, Spirit of Big Bang Yellow Sapphire, and the last astonishing sapphire unveiling; the Big Bang Tourbillon Automatic Orange Sapphire. 

Design:

The Big Bang Tourbillon Automatic Purple Sapphire comes in a 44mm polished purple sapphire case with a matching bezel that has six H-shaped titanium screws. Iconic to the Big Bang Tourbillon design, the watch features a minimalistic movement, having only the necessities to power the timepieces. What this means however is that there is a lot of hollowed space in the movement, showing the tourbillon at 6 o’clock and micro-rotor at 12 o’clock on the dial quite clearly. What this also does is subdue the looks of the movement so that the main attraction, the beautiful purple sapphire case, and bezel takes most if not all the attention. 

The visibility and readability of the dial are enhanced by the hands and hour indices as they have been filled with SuperLuminova coating. To finish the aesthetics of this timepiece, Hublot has given the Big Bang Tourbillon Automatic Purple Sapphire a transparent purple rubber strap with lined relief, which also features the brand’s patented One-click express interchangeability system. 

Movement:

The movement used for the Big Bang Tourbillon Automatic Purple Sapphire is one where the brand has capitalised on fifteen years of continuous development of their tourbillon, with the first one being released in 2007. With the vast amount of knowledge and experience acquired, the brand is now able to offer the HUB6035 Manufacture self-winding tourbillon with three full days of power reserve (72 hours). To obtain a clear view of the whole movement from the dial side, the micro-rotor was placed right into the heart of the mechanism. The HUB6035 movement operates at a frequency of 3Hz (21, 600 VpH) and is made up of a total of 282 components. 

A new frontier for Hublot’s sapphire collection, the all-new Big Bang Tourbillon Automatic Purple Sapphire is a great release from the brand for their Watches and Wonders unveiling. The model is only limited to 50 pieces, however, and with aesthetic codes like this, we can’t see them lasting long. 

Ricardo Guadalupe, Hublot CEO, states in regards to this latest release that “continuity, perseverance. Innovation is not about launching isolated products, but rather being able to sustain a range over the long term with a consistent quality level, while continuing to explore new frontiers. This is what we have been doing since 2016 with the first Big Bangs in a sapphire case. This Purple Sapphire version is the latest chapter and is once again a world first!

Reference: PURPLE SAPPHIRE 429.JM.0120.RT

Specification:

• Case:  44mm, 14.5mm thick
• Case material: Purple Sapphire, Polished Purple sapphire bezel
• Dial: Skeleton dial
• Crystal: Sapphire, domed on both sides, anti-reflective coating inside
• Water resistance: 30 meters
• Movement: HUB6035 Manufacture Self-winding micro-rotor, skeleton tourbillon
• Power reserve: 72 hours
• Strap: Purple transparent lined rubber

Australian Recommended Retail Pricing: $279,000.00 AUD

Availability: Available now. Limited Edition of 50 pieces worldwide

The TOP GUN line which falls under the Pilot’s Watches family of IWC was first released back in 2007. The first model featured a double chronograph that had a black zirconium oxide ceramic case along with a titanium case back. Upon the first model’s release, the TOP GUN timepieces that followed after, all came with some type of advanced material, making it the hallmark feature of this model. 

Continuing this tradition, IWC back in 2019 unveiled the Pilot’s Watch Chronograph TOP GUN Edition “Mojave Desert”. This timepiece was the first TOP GUN model in sand-coloured ceramic. Now, for Watches & Wonders 2022, IWC is releasing timepieces that continue the TOP GUN line along with its technological advancement. The first model is the “Lake Tahoe” with its white ceramic case and black dial. 

CEO of IWC Schaffhausen, Christoph Grainger-Herr states that “these new chronographs not only underscore IWC’s longstanding and extensive experience in the fields of in-house chronographs and advanced materials. The white ceramic used for the case also illustrates the current evolution of TOP GUN from a collection primarily focused on performance to a bold style statement and an expression of a distinct way of life.”

For this latest IWC TOP GUN venture, why was Lake Tahoe used as the inspiration for the timepiece? Lake Tahoe is located between California and Nevada. It is a mountainous area that is frequently flown over by pilots from the U.S Navy TOPGUN School. The design inspiration for the IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph TOP GUN Edition “Lake Tahoe” came from the winter landscape surrounding the freshwater Lake Tahoe. 

Design:

The IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph TOP GUN Edition “Lake Tahoe” comes with a 44.5mm white ceramic case, a titanium case back, and stainless steel crown and chronograph pushers. The dial is pitch-black, with the hour and minute hands done in black as well. The Arabic hour indices are done in white, as well as the minute track. The hands and hour indices are coated in white Super-LumiNova. What this does is achieve a super crisp contrast between the black dial and the white elements shown throughout the dial. Making the readability of the dial easy, this is the perfect dial for a pilot’s watch. 

IWC has given this timepiece a matching white rubber strap which has distinctive embossing that makes it a very eye-catching design

Movement:

The movement used in the IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph TOP GUN Edition “Lake Tahoe” is the IWC-manufactured 69380 calibre movement. This 69380 movement features soft-iron inner cases so that the movement itself is protected from the effects of magnetic fields. The movement operates at a frequency of 28, 800 VpH (4hz) and can give out a power reserve of approximately 46 hours. The watch is rated to 60m water resistance (6bar). The case back of this timepiece features the famous TOP GUN logo as an engraving. 

Through IWC’s latest colour engineering, the brand is continuing TOP GUN tradition by releasing the latest model in a new white ceramic case. For customers purchasing this timepiece, they are eligible to register in the MY IWC care program, which offers an even further extended warranty of 6 years on top of the standard 2-year International Limited Warranty provided. The IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph TOP GUN Edition “Lake Tahoe” can be purchased through IWC boutiques, or on the brand’s website (www.IWC.com). 

Reference: IW389105

Specification:

• Case: 44.5 mm diameter, 15.7mm thick
• Case Material: Ceramic case, stainless steel case back, crown and pushers
• Dial: Black
• Crystal: Sapphire, convex, antireflective coating on both sides
• Water resistance: 60 meters
• Movement: IWC-manufactured calibre 69380
• Power reserve: 46 Hours
• Strap: White rubber strap with folding clasp

Australian Recommended Retail Price: $15,900.00 AUD

Availability: From April 2022, limited quantities are to be made

IWC’s next release follows in the same footsteps as the “Lake Tahoe” model. This time, however, the inspiration for the colours and theme of the watch has been taken from the flight suits of naval aviators that have a distinctive shade. With this in mind, the watch has been given the name Pilot’s Watch Chronograph TOP GUN Edition “Woodland”. 

Christian Knoop, Chief Design Officer of IWC Schaffhausen states in regards to the new TOP GUN models that “the colour of uniforms and the views of the fascinating landscape admired by pilots have inspired our new chronographs. In an unprecedented engineering process, we have developed two completely new ceramic colours – ‘IWC Lake Tahoe’ white and ‘IWC Woodland’ green – and matched meticulously all other components of the watches to these new shades.”

Design:

The “Woodland” edition comes with a 44.5mm ceramic case that has what IWC calls “IWC Woodland” green. The colour itself has a matte-like finish and seems subdued. The chronograph pushers, crown and the case back of the watch are made from matte black Ceratanium®. Ceratanium has been developed by IWC and it combines the lightness and structural integrity of titanium with the hardness and scratch-resistance similar to ceramic. 

The dial of TOP GUN Edition “Woodland” also features the IWC Woodland green and plays a nice contrast against the elements of the dial. The Arabic hour indices, minute track, hands and chronograph counters have all been done in white, so not only does it stand out well against the Woodland green dial, but the readability of the dial is crystal clear. The timepiece comes with a matching green rubber strap with textile inlay giving it a rugged military-type look. 

Movement:

IWC has used their in-house 69380 calibre movement. Having a water resistance of 60m, the 69380 calibre movement operates at a frequency of 4hz (28, 800 VpH). The automatic winding movement can give out a power reserve of approximately 46 hours. The sapphire glass has also been secured against displacement by sudden drop in air pressure. 

A bit more subdued in appearance compared to the TOP GUN “Lake Tahoe” edition, this latest release is perfect for those that want to fly under the radar whilst still wearing something iconic. The IWC – Pilot’s Watch Chronograph TOP GUN Edition “Woodland” is available for purchase from IWC boutiques. The timepiece can also be bought from the brand’s website (www.IWC.com). Like the “Lake Tahoe” edition the “Woodland” timepiece is also limited to 1000 models. 

Reference: IW389106

Specification:

• Case: 44.5 mm diameter, 15.7mm thick
• Case Material: Ceramic case, stainless steel case back, crown and pushers
• Dial: Green
• Crystal: Sapphire, convex, antireflective coating on both sides
• Water resistance: 60 meters
• Movement: IWC-manufactured calibre 69380
• Power reserve: 46 Hours
• Strap: Green rubber strap with folding clasp

Australian Recommended Retail Price: $15,900.00 AUD

Availability: From April 2022, Limited quantities are to be made

This year, Jaeger-Lecoultre is taking the Atmos clock one step further by unveiling the Atmos Infinite. An entirely new design is used for this stunning desk clock, and with the release of the Atmos Infinite, Jaeger-Lecoultre opens a brand new chapter not just for themselves but desk clock designs in general. 

The Atmos Infinite is a nod to minimalistic and transparent design. The timepiece has a design that stays true to Jaeger-Lecoultre’s design while having a modern outtake. A very 21st century Art Deco timeless design is incorporated into the Atmos Infinite as the clock is encased in a “glass box”. Just this simple addition makes this desk clock much more visually pleasing and luxurious. 

Jaeger-LeCoultre Design Director, Lionel Favre states ‘the aesthetic of the Atmos is defined by the distinctive shape of its movement. With its complete absence of visual distraction, the seamless glass cabinet gives full value to the Atmos mechanism, which appears to float freely within it.’

The mechanism of the Atmos clock is held by glass supports, which makes it blend with the surrounding glass structure and seem virtually invisible. The viewer gets an unrestricted view of the mechanism as they can see the bellows, chains, and gears that work to keep the clock ticking. The main movement that runs the Atmos Infinite has been designed in a minimalistic way as well. The Jaeger-Lecoultre Calibre 570 is a movement that shows only the hours and minutes. The construction of the movement has kept only the necessary components, however, these components have been finished to the highest degree with brushed surfaces, polished edges, and Côtes de Genève stripes. 

The Atmos Infinite comes with a black lacquered dial that is made up of two concentric circles. The hour indices are polished baton-shaped and have been applied onto the dial. The sharp design of the hour indices is matched equally by the hour and minute hands which have a silvery rhodium finish. The minute track is done in a contrasting and stand-out manner as Jaeger-Lecoultre uses a metal outer ring with the minutes marked by indented dots. Beneath the dial and movement, the annular balance springs in mesmerising motions, as it slowly spins back and forth to keep the watch ticking up above. 

A brilliant release by Jaeger-Lecoultre for Watches & Wonders 2022, the Atmos Infinite takes all the essential components of what made the original Atmos so great and turns it into a modern classic with beautiful aesthetics and luxurious style. 

Reference: Q5405311

Specification:

• Case: 215mm diameter x 253mm height
• Case Material: Cylindrical glass
• Movement: Perpetual Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 570

Australian Recommended Retail Price: $22,400.00 AUD

Availability: April 2022

Now, Jaeger-LeCoultre is presenting this same timepiece in a much more glamourous manner. The Jaeger-LeCoultre Rendez-Vouz Dazzling Star comes with a new dial colour, a precious metal case, and is now filled with more diamonds to make the watch…well more dazzling! 

Design:

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Rendez-Vous Dazzling Star comes in the same 36mm pink gold case as per the original. The upper surfaces of the lugs are set with diamonds, as well as an inverted diamond is set into the crown. The bezel on the Rendez-Vous Dazzling Star differs from the Rendez-Vous Star model as it features two concentric rings in which diamonds are laid. The prong (or ‘griffe’) setting on the outer concentric circle features 36 diamonds. This jewellery setting technique was introduced by Jaeger-LeCoultre for their Rendez-Vous collection back in 2019. Fine gold claws keep the diamonds held high, which in turn allows light to pass them from every angle allowing a very glittering effect.  

The dial is made entirely of blue Aventurine, which helps to capture the dark star-studded sky. In the centre of the dial, there is a framed ring of diamonds. Within the ring of diamonds is three discs that are layered over each other. The same mechanism which helps to show the shooting star on the Rendez-Vous Star is being done on this model with the use of these three discs. 

The first disc is made of an oval Aventurine and helps to conceal the shooting star when it’s inactive. Beneath this disc is the cut-out of the shooting star disc that’s made from Aventurine. This disc when activated sends the star on its curing trajectory across the upper dial. As the star makes its way across the dial, it reveals the 3rd and deepest layer of the dial, a fixed golden disc made of golden metal. This golden disc highlights the star’s movement in a very aesthetically pleasing manner. 

For this particular model, Jaeger-LeCoultre went back to the original design codes of their Rendez-Vous Star collection as the hour indices are now applied numerals in their signature floral font with applied hemispherical hour markers. To match the rest of the watch, the hands are made from a golden floral design. 

The Rendez-Vous Dazzling Star comes in two strap options. Either a rich blue shiny alligator strap that matches the Aventurine of the dial nicely or a full diamond-set pink gold bracelet that has been specially created for the Rendez-Vous Dazzling Star. The lozenge-shaped links in the pink gold bracelet contain up to a total of 436 diamonds (4.88 carats total). 

Movement:

The movement inside the Rendez-Vous Dazzling Star is the automatic mechanical in-house Calibre 734. With the same movement that’s inside the Rendez-Vous Star model, the engineers and designers at Jaeger-LeCoultre have been able to come up with the new shooting star mechanism that allows it to appear on the dial 4-6 times per hour at random moments. The Calibre 734 movement comes with a sturdy power reserve of approximately 70 hours. 

Jaeger-LeCoultre Rendez-Vous Dazzling Star is the next step in the aesthetic evolution of the original Rendez-Vous Star. Now featuring a beautiful Aventurine dial and a bracelet full of diamonds made specifically for this model, the Rendez-Vous Dazzling Star glitters just like the shooting star it’s based on. 

References: Q3642470 – pink gold (leather strap), Q3642371 – pink gold (fully-set pink gold bracelet)

Specification:

• Case: 36 mm and thickness of 11.11mm
• Case Material: Pink gold, sapphire crystal case back
• Dial: Aventurine, diamonds
• Function: Hours, minutes and “shooting star” complication
• Water resistance: 50 meters
• Movement: Automatic mechanical Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 734
• Power reserve: 70 Hours
• Strap: Leather strap or fully-set pink gold bracelet

Australian Recommended Retail Price: Q3642470 – pink gold (leather strap) – $112,000.00 AUD and Q3642371 – pink gold (fully-set pink gold bracelet) – POA

Availability: Enquire from April 2022