Many watch enthusiasts recently had a great time in Geneva during the prestigious Watches and Wonders. For a week, more than 50 brands showed their latest releases and innovations from this year in the watch industry. Watchmaster David Bijlsma and CCO of GASSAN shares his findings especially for MASTERS.
”The GMT‑Master II from Oystersteel is presented for the first time with the Cerachrom bezel ring in gray and black ceramic that was introduced in this collection in 2023. There are two new versions. One model is equipped with an Oyster bracelet and the other with a Jubilee bracelet. Their green 24-hour hand does much more than simply indicate a second time zone: it points to another place that is important to the wearer, reflecting the emotions that travel with each traveler.”
View all Rolex novelties here.
“TUDOR introduces a new, bold version of its popular Black Bay 58, in solid 18 kt yellow gold with an open case back, In-house Caliber and now also a solid gold bracelet with 'T-fit' clasp.”
View all TUDOR novelties here.
”Discover the latest TAG Heuer Monaco Split-Seconds Chronograph in RACING RED and original blue. With its sturdy black DLC-coated titanium case and red accents, such as the red lacquered rattrapante hand, the Monaco Split-Seconds Chronograph is a dynamic tribute to TAG Heuer's rich racing DNA, inspired by speed and motorsport.
The original blue hue on the split-seconds hand and the titanium index arcs on the dial pay vivid tribute to the original 1969 Monaco model, giving it a modern and dynamic look.”
”Discover the core of innovation with the Submersible QuarantaQuattroTi-CeramitechLuna Rossa PAM01466. Crafted from brand new Ti-Ceramitech material, this timepiece represents the culmination of seven years of research and development. Lighter than steel, but stronger than ceramic, water resistant to 500 meters, it is the pinnacle of engineering and design. Dive with Panerai.”
“This timepiece is the result of seven years of research and development”
”The sleek design of the Master Ultra Thin Perpetual Calendar watch houses it in-house
caliber 868, which promises a power reserve of 70 hours. The well-balanced proportions and refined lugs on the polished steel case ensure an extremely comfortable fit. Its dial with a silver background with sunburst pattern emphasizes the moon phase at noon, the Dauphine hands with their double satin finish, the minute tracks, the elongated hour markers, the applied JL logo. On this perpetual calendar, the three counters display the date at 3 o'clock, the day of the week at 9 o'clock and the month at 6 o'clock.”
”Frederique Constant's flagship model, the Classic Moonphase Date Manufacture, is understated, elegant and contemporary, remaining true to its traditional DNA, even as the collection is expanded with new variations of 40 millimeters, featuring the new Classic steel case. Designed for everyday use – and for all lovers of Geneva's watchmaking heritage – the watch features a new, tidy sunburst dial, with delicate hands powered by a new FC-716 movement. The latter was developed in-house and has a power reserve of 72 hours. The Classic Moonphase Date Manufacture is so reliable that its performance is now guaranteed for five years. This rare, refined, advanced and accurate piece is highly reliable, based on a 4hz movement developed almost ten years ago by Frederique Constant.”
”Meet the Mademoiselle J12 Couture, a masterpiece that combines elegance with innovation. The dial shows the iconic silhouette of Mademoiselle in her timeless black and white suit. Behind her, a mesmerizing spinning disk brings to life golden motifs, inspired by safety pins and couture mannequins, which are constantly in motion.
Crafted as a limited edition, this watch boasts a case made of black high-quality ceramic and matte black coated steel, exuding durability and sophistication. The sapphire crystal caseback proudly displays the inscription “LIMITED EDITION”, adding an exclusive touch.”
“A masterpiece that combines elegance with innovation”
”After aiming for the greatest heights, Montblanc explores the marine universe at 4810 meters below sea level with the Montblanc Iced Sea 0 Oxygen Deep 4810. The glacier pattern dial is inspired by the Mer de Glace – the Sea of Ice – the main glacier of the Mont-Blanc Massif. Its texture has been achieved using an almost forgotten ancestral technique called gratté-boisé. Housed in a 43mm titanium case completely free of oxygen with a shield protecting the screw-down crown, this dive watch comes with a case back decorated with a 3D engraving of the view divers see when diving under the ice. The watch is powered by Montblanc's Manufacture, COSC-certified, automatic MB 29.29 movement, with approximately five days of power reserve, and meets the ISO 6425 deep-sea diving standard. It is water resistant to 4810 meters.”
” Cross to the other side of the mirror, where time plays with apparitions. The Cartier Reflection watch begins with the unprecedentedly generous architecture of the open bracelet, which combines openwork and polished reflective gold with elongated lines and defined edges. The tension reaches its peak when a delicate dial meets its reflection, where time seems to run backwards.”
Would you like to admire more novelties? View GASSAN's offer here on the website.
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