This year, luxury watches have come out in batches due to the global pandemic and ongoing local lockdowns. The last set of watches to be presented was at Geneva Watch Days 2020. Here are five of the hottest launches. By Mitrajit Bhattacharya
1. OYSTER PERPETUAL DATEJUST 31
ROLEX
Rolex recently rolled out four new white Rolesor versions of the Oyster Perpetual Datejust
31 that combine Oystersteel and 18K white gold. On this variant of the collection, a diamond-set bezel surrounds an aubergine, sunray-finish dial with 18K white gold Roman numerals—the VI set with 11 diamonds. The power reserve is nearly 55 hours. INR 10,53,400.
2. ALUMINIUM CHRONOGRAPH
BULGARI
This is a reinterpretation of first-generation models from 1998 and speaks a universal language that goes beyond gender, age, eras, and trends. Like the 1998 Bulgari Chronograph, the 2020 model displays a tri-compax layout and panda-style dial with black sub-counters and warm grey background. The diameter of the aluminium case is 40 mm, and the titanium case-back has a black DLC treatment that is also used on the push-pieces and the crown. INR 2,87,000.
3. BLAST
ULYSSE NARDIN
The new Blast is a robust, open-work, technological wonder that flaunts strong masculine lines. The geometry of the tessellated horns is intentionally reminiscent of stealth aircraft. The new transparent and powerful automatic silicium tourbillon sits in an X-shaped cage. Some brand emblematic codes have been included—the rectangular frame, the three-horned signature fixing on the strap, the smooth coloured bezel, the vertical placement of the movement with the barrel at 12 o’clock, and the flying tourbillon at 6 o’clock. Price on request.
4. COSMOS INFINITY EDITION
GIRARD-PERREGAUX
This limited-edition watch features three exceptional complications. Firstly, a lyre-shaped
tourbillon cage held in position by the brand’s signature Neo Bridge. Secondly, a terrestrial globe positioned at 3 o’clock indicates day and night. Thirdly, a celestial globe displays the constellations of the zodiac. Both globes are formed of polished onyx and decorated by hand. Limited to eight pieces; price on request.
5. MANERO AUTODATE LOVE
CARL F. BUCHERER
This new launch is a joint creation of Carl F. Bucherer and brand ambassador Li Bingbing and comes in nine variations. Three timepieces from the collection feature vibrant red dials adorned with a fine sprinkling of gold dust. The dial is framed by a case in rose gold, or in the case of the refined two-tone version, in stainless steel and 18K rose gold. The models are complemented by a red Louisiana leather strap or a stainless-steel rose-gold bracelet. All nine models feature a 35.5 mm case along with a delicate leaf motif adorning the small-seconds subdial. Price on request.
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