Omega Aqua Terra Worldtimer 2023, Grand Seiko SBGH311 and Breguet Marine Hora Mundi 5557
Patek Philippe World Time 5231G
Ever since the inventive genius Louis Cottier brought this mechanism to life in the 1930s, the illustrious World Time watches have been adorned with world maps delicately crafted in Grand Feu cloisonné enamel. In a splendid tribute to Southeast Asia and Oceania, the Swiss watchmaker unveils a new chapter in resplendent white gold. Beyond its central medallion lie the city and 24-hour disks, seamlessly guiding the gaze through day and night zones while effortlessly revealing the entire ensemble of 24 time zones. A circle-shaped hour unique to the brand is accompanied by a lozenge-shaped minute hand, showcasing the local time of the chosen time zone, with its corresponding city elegantly positioned at 12 o’clock.
Tambour Horizon Light Up Connected Watch
From the LV By The Pool collection, here comes the world’s most creative connected watch made for an unforgettable user experience. It proudly showcases sapphire glass adorned with 24 enchanting LED lights, casting an entrancing glow-in-the-dark spectacle. With a symphony of built-in watch faces that elegantly resonate with the house’s design codes, it offers a captivating canvas for self-expression. Powered by a meticulously created operating system by Louis Vuitton, this extraordinary timepiece is an ideal companion for travel and everyday use. We especially love how it comes with the “My Travel” and“My Day” functions, travel (flight/train/hotel) plans plus boarding information and Louis Vuitton City Guides.
Bell & Ross 03-92 Patrouille De France 70th Anniversary
As a tribute to the momentous 70th anniversary of the illustrious elite unit of the French Air and Space Force founded in 1953, Bell & Ross adorns the dial of this limited edition with a luminous shade of blue, reminiscent of the Alpha Jet’s majestic hue. At the heart of the dial, delicately encircled in the vibrant colours of the French flag, lies the insignia of this esteemed aerobatic squadron, alongside the distinctive emblem commemorating its glorious 70-year legacy. Encased within the iconic BR 03 fuselage, this timepiece boasts a lightweight 42mm square-shaped ceramic case and water resistance of up to 100m.
Breguet Marine Hora Mundi 5557
Drawing inspiration from the esteemed heritage of Breguet, the Marine collection gracefully upholds the brand’s timeless values while infusing a contemporary essence. In the opulent Marine Hora Mundi wristwatch, a self-winding movement powers its dual preset time zones for it to seamlessly transition with instant-jump precision. Enhanced by synchronised date, day/night and city displays, this horological marvel boasts a captivating blue dial meticulously hand-engraved replete with choppy waves. Crafted for the adventurous spirit, the Marine watches possess all the qualities laid down by Abraham-Louis Breguet as the chronometer maker to the French Navy.
Hermès Arceau Le Temps Voyageur
Merging classic elegance with a touch of originality, the iconic Arceau line, masterfully conceived by Henri d’Origny in 1978, finds itself reimagined in a captivating new form that embodies the essence of travel according to Hermès. With an astonishingly slender profile of a mere 4.4mm, this timepiece houses a remarkable ensemble of 122 components, harmoniously blending sleek design with technical excellence. Within the heart of the watch is where the “Travelling time” complication resides, a true testament to both artistic vision and engineering prowess, seamlessly integrated into the Hermès H1837 mechanical self-winding movement.
Omega Aqua Terra Worldtimer 2023
In recent years, this timepiece has solidified its position as the quintessential companion for globetrotters and among avid collectors for its ability to track every time zone in the world. Its distinctive Worldtimer feature takes centre stage, presenting a mesmerising vision of our planet, elegantly engraved on a grade 5 titanium surface as seen from above the majestic North Pole. A meticulously domed watch face mirrors Earth’s curvature, while an encircling 24-hour indicator, concealed beneath the hesalite glass, gracefully demarcates day and night across the topographic map.
Grand Seiko SBGH311
This limited edition commemorates the pivotal introduction of 9S about 25 years ago and symbolises the continued evolution of the movement crafted in Shizukuishi, the spiritual home of Grand Seiko mechanical watchmaking. The town’s name is appropriately poetic as it translates to “water dripping on stone”. The scenic beauty of this area is enhanced by nearby Mount Iwate, an imposing snow-capped peak that emerges from surrounding clouds at daybreak. The contours of these clouds inspire the SBGH311’s silver-coloured dial. Its 37mm case houses the Hi-Beat Caliber 9S85, which mirrors the original SBGR001’s diameter from 1998.
Casio G-Shock Aurora Oval
Embracing the enchanting allure of aurora borealis, this brand new limited-edition watch is truly mesmerising. The recrystallised stainless steel bezel, adorned with a rainbow ion plating, emanates a kaleidoscope of colours reminiscent of the vibrant patterns found in the northern lights as seen from outer space. Thanks to the special technique, no two watches are the same. Sections of the stainless steel 3D case back are adorned with the radiant rainbow IP treatment, extending seamlessly to the sides and front of the watch. A translucent purple band adds an ethereal touch to the timepiece.
This article first appeared on July 3, 2023 in The Edge Malaysia.
