Oris has launched the Aquis Date Diamonds, the Swiss brand’s first watch with a dial and bezel set with lab-grown diamonds.
The bezel is set with 48 Top Wesselton brilliant-cut lab-grown diamonds, and there are a further 44 Top Wesselton brilliant-cut diamonds set into the dial. Each diamond is E-G in colour and VS1 quality. In total, the watch is set with 1.2 carats of diamonds. The hour, minute and centre seconds hands employ Super-LumiNova® for ensuring night time visibility.
The Oris Aquis Date Diamonds watch has a 41.5mm stainless steel case, a cherry red dial, and an automatic mechanical movement with a power reserve of 38 hours. Other features include domed sapphire crystal glass, screwed case-back with mineral glass and screw-in crown.
This diving watch is available with either a stainless steel bracelet or a cherry red rubber strap. The watch is water-resistant to 30 bar (300 metres).
The recommended retail price of the watch is CHF 5’400 with stainless steel bracelet and CHF 5’200 with rubber strap.
Case
Multi-piece stainless steel case, set with 48 Top Wesselton E-G, VS1, brilliant-cut, lab-grown diamonds
Diameter: 41.50 mm, 1.634 inches
Top glass: Sapphire, domed on both sides, anti-reflective coating inside
Case back: Stainless steel, screwed, see-through mineral glass
Operating devices: Stainless steel screw-in security crown
Water resistance: 30 bar (300 m)
Interhorn width: 22 mm
Movement
Calibre Oris 733
Dimensions: Ø 25.60 mm, 11 1/2’’’
Winding: Automatic
Power reserve: 38 hours
Vibrations: 4 Hz (28’800 A/h)
Jewels: 26
Functions
Hours, minutes and central sweep seconds hands, date with quick setting, stop second device, date window at 6 o’clock
Dial
Sunray cherry red set with 44 Top Wesselton E-G, VS1, brilliant-cut, lab-grown diamonds
Luminous material: Super-LumiNova®
Indices: Applied
Strap
Multi-piece stainless steel metal bracelet with folding clasp with extension, or cherry red rubber strap with stainless steel security folding clasp
Availability
April 2023
Retail price
With steel bracelet: CHF 5’400
With rubber strap: CHF 5’200
The new Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Hybris Artistica Calibre 179 is a fusion of talents of skilled designers and craftsmen of the various departments of the iconic Swiss watch manufacture.
Firstly, this Reverso watch with a subtly redesigned case in 18K pink gold with Duoface display boasts the artistic craftsmanship of the Manufacture’s Métiers Rares® (Rare Handcrafts) atelier. Secondly, the extremely complex Calibre 179 movement beating inside it demonstrates the highest levels of horological know-how and technical skill of Jaeger-LeCoultre.
The Reverso Hybris Artistica Calibre 179 is a limited edition of just 10 pieces in pink gold.
JLC Calibre 179: Duoface with Gyrotourbillon and Second Time Zone
Inside this dual face watch beats the JLC Calibre 179, which features the fourth evolution of the multi-axis tourbillon, developed by Jaeger-LeCoultre’s engineers specifically for the Reverso.
Showcasing the utmost mechanical sophistication, the movement’s shape follows the contours of the rectangular Reverso case, which is slim enough to be comfortable on the wrist.
This manual-winding mechanical Duoface calibre displays a different time zone on each dial as well as a 24-hour indicator for the second time zone on the reverse dial.
Revolving around its twin axes, the highly complex structure of the Gyrotourbillon incorporates a total of 123 components. It comprises one ultra-light titanium cage and a peripheral carriage mounted on ball-bearings; these two elements turn perpendicularly to each other at different speeds.
The inner tourbillon cage rotates 360 degrees every 16 seconds and the peripheral carriage makes a full rotation once per minute. This peripheral carriage also provides a small seconds function, indicating the seconds on a ring that encircles the tourbillon aperture.
A closer look reveals a blued semi-spherical balance spring beating at the heart of the mechanism, as well as the distinctive double-anchor shape of a Gyrolab balance wheel.
The hemispherical shape of Gyrolab balance wheel is perfectly adapted to the hollow sphere at the heart of the Gyrotourbillon, enhances aesthetic refinement and efficiency. Its double-anchor shape reduces air friction and thus further enhance timekeeping accuracy.
Instead of a conventional bridge, the tourbillon mechanism is supported by a ring of ball bearings. As a result, this flying gyrotourbillon appears to be floating in the space between the front and back dials.
The effect is amplified by the light reflected from the mirror-like surface of a polished blue lacquer disc positioned on the supporting cradle of the watch directly beneath the tourbillon aperture.
Reverso Hybris Artistica Calibre 179 with Duoface Display
The Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Hybris Artistica Calibre 179 watch features two dials. Creating a rich contrast with the pink gold case, the glowing dark blue lacquer appears on the front and reverse dials.
On the front dial, a fine lattice of golden lines contrasts with the blue lacquer background and complements the deep blue gradient lacquer of the time display.
These lines are in fact ultra-fine ribs of the calibre plate metal, which remained when the surface was hollowed out to create depressions to contain the lacquer. The lacquer was deftly hand-applied between the metal ribs to achieve the desired richness of colour and exactly the right depth. The surface is then polished to a glossy finish so that its surface is flush with the golden ribs.
On the reverse dial, blue lacquer has been applied to the fine tracery of the skeletonised hours-minutes ring and its supporting bridges. This highlights the airy aesthetic and also contrasts with the golden tones of various movement components, and the soft silvery texture of the micro-blasting.
The decoration on the reverse dial is a fusion of technology and tradition as it employs laser skeletonisation complemented by hand chamfering and hand-applied lacquer.
The Redesigned Reverso Case
Designed according to the Golden Ratio, the Reverso case of this watch is instantly recognisable. Its rectilinear geometry and harmonious proportions contradict the complexity of a design that incorporates the signature slide-and-swivel mechanism.
The inside of the cradle has a deeply engraved sunray pattern that radiates out from the blue lacquer disc. The case boasts strong Art Deco lines, emphasised by the signature gadroons above and below the dial.
Comprising 382 components, including a Gyrotourbillon, Calibre 179 naturally requires a large case. However, with an overall thickness of 13.63mm and newly reconfigured and refined lugs, the JLC Reverso Hybris Artistica Calibre 179 is both elegant and wearable.
Case
Pink Gold 750/1000 (18 carats)
Dimensions: 51.2 x 31 mm x 13.63 mm thick
Water resistance: 30m
Movement
Manually-wound Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 179
Power Reserve: 40 hours
Functions
Hours and Minutes on both dials; second time zone with 24-hour indicator on reverse dial, Gyrotourbillon (visible on both front and reverse dials)
Dials
Front dial: Blue lacquer
Back dial: Skeletonised, coated with blue lacquer
Rolex has launched new decorative stone dial versions of its Oyster Perpetual Day-Date 36 watch.
Presented at the Watches and Wonders 2023 event in Geneva, these new green aventurine, carnelian and turquoise dial watches feature precious metal cases with gem-set bezels. The bright dial in decorative stone is studded with diamond-set hour markers and Roman VI and IX. All the new Day-Date 36 models come with the emblematic President bracelets.
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The first decorative stone dial choice is green aventurine with a finely crystallized surface. This model comes with an 18 ct Everose gold case and bracelet (128345 RBR 0068). A version with diamond-set bracelet (128345 RBR 0069) is also available.
The orange colour carnelian dial variant (128348 RBR 0049) comes with an 18 ct yellow gold case and bracelet. Rolex is also offering an additional version with a diamond-set yellow gold bracelet (128348 RBR 0049).
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The Day-Date 36 with turquoise stone dial is available in 18 ct Everose gold, 18 ct white gold and platinum case options. The gold models also come with the option of diamond-set bracelet.
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Certified Superlative Chronometers, these new Day-Date 36 watches house the Rolex in-house calibre 3255. This self-winding mechanical movement displays the day and the date, as well as the hours, minutes and seconds. Endowed with several in-house innovations, it provides an approximate power reserve of 70 hours.
In each timepiece, the bezel is set with 52 brilliant-cut diamonds. The iconic President bracelet is equipped with an elegant concealed Crownclasp.
Fortified with the Twinlock winding crown and screwed down case-back, the 36 mm Oyster case is waterproof to a depth of 100 metres (330 feet). The sapphire crystal has a Cyclops lens at 3 o’clock o’clock for easy reading of the date.
Technical details
Model: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date 36 New Models with Decorative Stone Dials
References
128345 RBR-0068: 18 ct Everose gold case with diamond-set bezel, green aventurine dial, and President bracelet
128345 RBR-0069: 18 ct Everose gold case with diamond-set bezel, green aventurine dial, and President bracelet with diamond-set centre links
128349 RBR-0031: 18 ct white gold case with diamond-set bezel, turquoise dial and President bracelet
128349 RBR-0032: 18 ct white gold case with diamond-set bezel, turquoise dial and President bracelet with diamond-set centre links
128396 TBR-0016: Platinum case with diamond-set bezel, turquoise dial and President bracelet
128345 RBR-0064: 18 ct Everose gold case with diamond-set bezel, turquoise dial and President bracelet
128345 RBR-0065: 18 ct Everose gold case with diamond-set bezel, turquoise dial and President bracelet with diamond-set centre links
128348RBR-0049: 18 ct yellow gold case with diamond-set bezel, carnelian dial and President bracelet
128348RBR-0050: 18 ct yellow gold case with diamond-set bezel, carnelian dial and President bracelet with diamond-set centre links
Common Features
Case
Oyster (monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown)
Diameter: 36 mm
Thickness: 12 mm
Lug width: 20 mm
Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire with anti-reflective coating; Cyclops lens over the date with double anti-reflective coating
Waterproofness: 100 metres (330 feet)
Movement
Calibre 3255, Manufacture Rolex
Mechanical movement with bidirectional self-winding via Perpetual rotor
Precision: −2 /+2 sec./day, after casing
Jewelling: 31 rubies
Power reserve: Approximately 70 hours
Oscillator
Frequency: 28,800 beats/hour (4 Hz)
Paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring
Rolex overcoil
Large balance wheel with variable inertia
High-precision regulating via four gold Microstella nuts
Traversing balance bridge
High-performance Paraflex shock absorbers
Escapement
Chronergy with optimized energy efficiency
Paramagnetic nickel-phosphorus pallet fork and escape wheel
Functions
Centre hour, minute and seconds hands
Instantaneous day and date in apertures at 12 o’clock and 3 o’clock with secure rapid-setting
Stop-seconds for exact time setting
Certification
Superlative Chronometer (COSC + Rolex certification after casing)
Guarantee
International five-year guarantee
Featured Models
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date 36 in 18 ct Everose gold with Green Aventurine Stone Dial, Reference 128345RBR-0068
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Case
Middle case: 18 ct Everose gold, polished finish
Bezel: 18 ct Everose gold, set with 52 brilliant-cut diamonds (approx. 1.36 ct)
Case back: 18 ct Everose gold, solid, screw-down with fine fluting
Winding crown: Twinlock in 18 ct Everose gold, screw-down, double waterproofness system
Case reference: 128345 RBR
Dial
Green aventurine (decorative stone)
Hour markers in 18 ct pink gold set with 32 diamonds, Roman numerals VI and IX in 18 ct pink gold set with 24 diamonds
Hands in 18 ct pink gold
Bracelet
President, three-piece solid links
18 ct Everose gold, polished centre links, satin-finished outer links with polished edges, ceramic inserts
Concealed folding Crownclasp
Bracelet reference: 83405 President
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date 36 in 18 ct Yellow Gold with Carnelian Stone Dial, Reference 128348RBR-0049
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Case
Middle case: 18 ct yellow gold, polished finish
Bezel: 18 ct yellow gold, set with 52 brilliant-cut diamonds (approx. 1.36 ct)
Case back: 18 ct yellow gold, solid, screw-down with fine fluting
Winding crown: Twinlock in 18 ct yellow gold, screw-down, double waterproofness system
Case reference: 128348 RBR
Dial
Carnelian (decorative stone)
Hour markers in 18 ct yellow gold set with 32 diamonds, Roman numerals VI and IX in 18 ct yellow gold set with 24 diamonds
Hands in 18 ct yellow gold
Bracelet
President, three-piece solid links
18 ct yellow gold, polished centre links, satin-finished outer links with polished edges, ceramic inserts
Concealed folding Crownclasp
Bracelet reference: 83408 President
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date 36 in 18 ct White Gold with Turquoise Stone Dial, Reference 128349RBR-0032
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Case
Middle case: 18 ct white gold, polished finish
Bezel: 18 ct white gold, set with 52 brilliant-cut diamonds (approx. 1.36 ct)
Case back: 18 ct white gold, solid, screw-down with fine fluting
Winding crown: Twinlock in 18 ct white gold, screw-down, double waterproofness system
Case reference: 128349 RBR
Dial
Turquoise (decorative stone)
Hour markers in 18 ct white gold set with 32 diamonds, Roman numerals VI and IX in 18 ct white gold set with 24 diamonds
Hands in 18 ct white gold
Bracelet
President, three-piece solid links
18 ct white gold, polished centre links, satin-finished outer links with polished edges, ceramic inserts
Concealed folding Crownclasp
Bracelet reference: 83409 President
Grand Seiko presents a new Spring Drive 8-Day Jewelry Watch (reference SBGD213) from its Masterpiece collection.
Adorned with diamonds and blue sapphires, this platinum wristwatch with a blue mother of pearl dial evokes the powerful yet elegant nature of the white lion. The case and dial have 5.62 carats of diamonds and 1.25 carats of blue sapphires, all set by hand.
The lion symbol has been closely associated with the Japanese’s premium watch label since its launch. Introduced in 1960, the first Grand Seiko watch came with a gold medallion depicting a lion graced the case back.
In 2022, Grand Seiko introduced a Spring Drive jewelry watch (SBGD209)inspired by the white lion. Now the brand is offering a novelty Spring Drive model that reflects the strength and power of this majestic creature.
Grand Seiko Spring Drive Jewelry Watch, Reference SBGD213
A new addition to the Masterpiece collection, Grand Seiko SBGD213 comes with a 44.5mm diameter case in platinum. Adorned with sparkling diamonds, the case has strong and angular lugs denoting the power of the lion. The upper surfaces of the case feature 112 diamonds and 60 baguette-cut diamonds adorn the bezel. A single brilliant-cut blue sapphire is set into the crown.
The mother of pearl dial has a distinct blue shade, representing Grand Seiko’s signature color. Surrounding this dial, the tapered blue sapphires and baguette diamonds serve as hour and minute markers.
Forty-eight additional diamonds and 12 blue sapphires are individually set around the markers, enhancing the depth and beauty of the dial. The grey colored seconds hand matches the overall tone.
Finished with a special Zaratsu polishing technique specially developed for Platinum 950, the case spotlights a distortion-free mirror finish. This new model comes with a black alligator leather strap.
The Grand Seiko SBGD213 watch houses the Caliber 9R01, a manual-winding Spring Drive movement. It is accurate to ±10 seconds per month and offers a power reserve of eight days, thanks to its three barrels arranged in sequence. The sapphire crystal case back reveals the exquisite finishing of the movement’s one-piece bridge, designed in the image of Mt. Fuji.
Proposed in a limited edition of just eight pieces, this new Grand Seiko masterpiece jewellery watch will be presented at select Grand Seiko Boutiques in June 2023.
Technical details
Model: Grand Seiko SBGD213 Spring Drive 8-Day Jewelry Watch
Collection: Grand Seiko Masterpiece Collection
Movement
Caliber 9R01, Spring Drive with Manual-winding
Power reserve: 8 days (192 hours)
Accuracy: ± 0.5 seconds per day (± 10 seconds per month)
Power-reserve indicator
Independent hour hand adjustment
Number of jewels: 56
Case
Platinum 950 case
Diameter: 44.5mm
Thickness: 14.4mm
Dual-curved sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
See-through screw case back
Water resistance: 10 bar
Magnetic resistance: 4,800 A/m
Gem-setting
266 diamonds (94 on the dial, 60 on the bezel, 112 on the case. 5.62 carats in all)
27 blue sapphires (26 on the dial and 1 in the crown. 1.25 carats in all)
Strap
Crocodile strap with three-fold platinum clasp with push-button release
Grand Seiko presents a new manual-winding Spring Drive watch with a fully engraved platinum case and a beautiful white birch dial. Limited to 50 pieces, this new timepiece (reference SBGZ009) from the Grand Seiko masterpiece collection is a bona fide product from the Micro Artist Studio.
Based in Shiojiri in the Shinshu region of Japan, the Micro Artist Studio makes exclusive Spring Drive watches for Grand Seiko. The highly skilled craftsmen and women of this luxury watch atelier handcraft timepieces embodying the beauty of the local surroundings and seasons.
Grand Seiko SBGZ009 is the latest product from this prestigious high horology workshop. It boasts a stunning dial with textures inspired by the expansive forest of white birch trees found at the foot of the North Yatsugatake Mountains in the eastern part of Shinshu.
The silver color dial with its texture evokes white birch forest as it appears during the height of winter, covered by freshly fallen snow.
Made of 14k white gold, the hour and minute hands, as well as each of the hand-applied diamond-cut markers boast a sharp and gleaming finish. The minute track, the lettering and the mark at six o’clock are all carved into the dial. The tempered seconds hand has a harmonious grey dial.
The star mark at six o’clock denotes solid gold hour markers, a Grand Seiko tradition since the 1960s. The minute and seconds hands are shaped by hand to curve gently towards the minute track, ensuring high legibility.
Engraved Platinum Case
The 38.5mm diameter case in Platinum 950 perfectly harmonizes with the much admired Shinshu white birch pattern dial. Fully engraved, it spotlights a distortion-free mirror surface achieved through the Zaratsu polishing technique.
The long individual grooves of the case are painstakingly hand-engraved by the skilled engravers of the Shinshu Watch Studio, which is in the same facility as the Micro Artist Studio. Each groove brings to life the array of white birch trees in a pattern that seamlessly echoes a similar pattern found on the dial.
Grand Seiko Spring Drive Caliber 9R02
The Grand Seiko SBGZ009 White Birch watch houses the manual winding Spring Drive Caliber 9R02. Introduced in 2019, this movement comes with Dual Spring Barrel and Torque Return System. It also offers an outstanding 84-hour power reserve.
Visible through the sapphire crystal case-back, Caliber 9R02 demonstrates the exquisite craftsmanship that is the hallmark of the Micro Artist Studio.
Its barrel has a decoration echoing the bellflower, the symbol of Shiojiri. The two hand-finished bridges with high-polished edges contrast the fine hairline finishing of their other visible surfaces. An 18k gold plaque set on the lower bridge is engraved with the words “Micro Artist,” but if the owner wishes, this plaque can be customized.
Grand Seiko SBGZ009 is only the third fully engraved masterpiece powered by a manual-winding Spring Drive movement. It will be available as a limited edition of 50 pieces at the Grand Seiko Boutiques in June 2023.
Technical details
Model: Grand Seiko Hand-engraved Manual-winding Spring Drive Limited Edition, Platinum Model with White Birch Dial, Reference SBGZ009
Collection: Grand Seiko Masterpiece Collection
Movement
Caliber 9R02
Driving system: Manual-winding
Power reserve: 84 hours
Accuracy: ± 1 second per day (± 15 seconds per month)
Dual Spring Barrel and Torque Return System
Power reserve indicator
Number of jewels: 39
Dial
Platinum 950 case
Dual-curved sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
See-through screw case back
Water resistance: 3 bar
Magnetic resistance: 4,800 A/m
Diameter: 38.5mm, Thickness: 9.8mm
Strap
Crocodile strap with three-fold clasp with push button release
Platinum 950 clasp (partly 18k white gold)
Grand Seiko presents Tentagraph (reference SLGC001), the first mechanical chronograph from the Japanese premium watch brand. This timepiece houses the high-beat Caliber 9SC5 with three days of power reserve. This new model from the Evolution 9 collection has a gentle blue color dial with a beautiful texture inspired by the Mt. Iwate.
In 2022, Grand Seiko introduced its first mechanical complication and a series of Spring Drivesports watches from the Evolution 9 Collection. The brand is now expanding the GS Evolution 9 series with its first mechanical chronograph, the Tentagraph. Its calibre is based on the revolutionary high-beat Caliber 9SA5.
Grand Seiko Tentagraph Caliber 9SC5
Like Caliber 9SA5, the new Tentagraph Caliber 9SC5 beats ten times per second, ensuring high accuracy when measuring elapsed time as well as the time of day. And, thanks to its energy-efficient escapement and two barrels, the watch runs for three days even when the chronograph is in operation.
Visible through the exhibition case back, the Grand Seiko Caliber 9SC5 movement features the revolutionary Dual Impulse Escapement. This component efficiently transfers energy to the free-sprung balance wheel indirectly through the pallet fork and also directly from the escape wheel.
The brand uses MEMS technology to manufacture extremely precise, lightweight, and highly durable escapement parts. It endows the escapement with increased energy efficiency to achieve a long power reserve.
This modern chronograph movement with a vertical clutch and a column wheel offers high accuracy and operability.
Grand Seiko Tentagraph SLGC001
A genuine mechanical sports chronograph, the Grand Seiko Tentagraph SLGC001 comes with high-intensity titanium case and titanium. Measuring 43.2mm in diameter, the case with a curved profile features wide lugs for accommodating a 23mm bracelet. It also fuses the Zaratsu polished, distortion-free mirror finished surfaces with delicate hairline finished ones.
It also hosts two convex pushers (at 2H and 4H) for operating chronograph function. The ceramic bezel protects the watch from scratches and enhances durability.
The GS SLGC001 has a Mt. Iwate pattern dial with prominent indexes and recessed sub-dials, adding substantial depth and legibility to the design. First introduced in 2006, this distinctive dial pattern evokes the ridged contours of the nearby mountain visible through the windows of the Grand Seiko Studio Shizukuishi.
The bold hands and large grooved indexes with Lumibrite further enhance night time legibility. The dial hosts a running seconds sub-dial at 3H, a 30-minute chronograph counter at 9H, and a 12-hour chronograph counter at 6H.
The chronograph seconds hand is gently curved down towards the dial so that the tip of the hand is as close as possible to the dial’s markers and extends to the markings at the very edge of the dial. The minute hand is also gently curved to ensure the legibility.
The Tentagraph will be available at the Grand Seiko Boutiques and select retail partners starting in June 2023.
Technical details
Model: Grand Seiko Tentagraph, Reference SLGC001/ SLGC001G
Collection: Grand Seiko Evolution 9
Movement
Caliber 9SC5 Automatic
Frequency: 36,000 vibrations per hour (10 beats per second)
Accuracy (mean daily rate): +5 to -3 seconds per day
Power reserve: 72 hours
Chronograph with 30-minute counter at 9 o’clock and 12-hour counter at 6 o’clock
Number of jewels: 60
Diameter: 33.0mm, Thickness: 8.0mm
Case
High-intensity titanium case
Diameter: 43.2mm
Thickness: 15.3mm
Box-shaped sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
See-through screw case back
Screw-down crown
Water resistance: 10 bar
Magnetic resistance: 4,800 A/m
Bracelet
High-intensity titanium bracelet
Three-fold clasp with push button release
Rolex upgrades the Oyster Perpetual Sky-Dweller range with a new generation movement (cal. 9002) and aesthetic enhancements. Unveiled at Watches and Wonders 2023 event in Geneva, the new Sky-Dweller will be available in 18K gold (Everose, white or yellow) and Rolesor versions.
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Introduced in 2012, Sky-Dweller is an elegant wristwatch dedicated to frequent travellers. It combines the dual time zone function with the annual calendar complication. To equip this innovative mechanical self-winding timepiece, Rolex developed the Calibre 9001.
Sky-Dweller displays the time in two time zones simultaneously. The reference time is displayed in 24-hour format via an off-centre disc, and local time is read using the conventional centre hands.
The annual calendar, named Saros, is operated by a patented mechanism and stands out for its innovative display: the months of the year are shown in 12 apertures around the circumference of the dial, beyond the index hour marker – the current month being shown in red. The instantaneous date change is linked to the local time.
The Sky-Dweller includes the Ring Command system, an interface between the rotatable bezel, winding crown and movement that allows the wearer to select and set the timepiece’s functions one by one, easily, quickly and securely.
Since its launch in 2012, this timepiece has been admired by fine horology connoisseurs and high-profile globetrotters. The new Sky-Dweller debuted this year has replaced the first generation (326XXX) of this prestigious traveler’s watch.
Sky-Dweller New Generation
The Rolex Sky-Dweller new generation series comes with calibre 9002, which is an evolution of calibre 9001 launched in 2012.
This self-winding mechanical movement delivers outstanding performance in terms of precision, energy efficiency, convenience and reliability. Calibre 9002 incorporates innovations like Chronergy escapement, blue Parachrom hairspring, Rolex overcoil, high-performance Paraflex shock absorbers and oscillating weight with an optimized ball bearing. Moreover, it has a power reserve of 72 hours.
Just like its precursor, Calibre 9002 displays the date and the month, as well as an additional time zone in 24-hour format, and the hours, minutes and seconds.
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Rolex is offering a wide range of models from the new Sky-Dweller collection. Firstly, this new generation is available in 18K gold Everose, Yellow and White gold versions. Additionally, the brand has created White Rolesor (Oystersteel with white gold) and Yellow Rolesor (Oystersteel with yellow gold) variants. Depending upon the reference, Sky-Dweller comes with Oyster, Oysterflex or Jubilee bracelets.
Numerous dial choices are available such as blue-green, bright black, bright blue, intense white, mint green, champagne, chocolate and slate. All models have 18K gold index hour markers with the exclusive Chromalight luminescent application that offers a long-lasting blue glow.
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The 42 mm Oyster case of the new-generation Sky-Dweller is waterproof to a depth of 100 metres (330 feet). It also features typical attributes like the screwed down case back featuring fine fluted edges, Twinlock winding crown with a double waterproofness system, and AR treated sapphire crystal glass with a Cyclops lens at 3 o’clock for easy reading of the date.
The Oyster Perpetual Sky-Dweller is a certified Superlative Chronometer.
Technical details
Collection: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Sky-Dweller New Generation with Calibre 9002
Case
Oyster (monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown)
Diameter: 42 mm
Thickness: 13.80 mm
Lug width: 22 mm
Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire with anti-reflective coating; Cyclops lens over the date with double anti-reflective coating
Waterproofness: 100 metres (330 feet)
Featured Models
Rolex Sky-Dweller in 18 ct White Gold with Bright Black Dial, Reference 336239-0002
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Case
Middle case: 18 ct white gold, polished finish
Bezel: 18 ct white gold, fluted, bidirectional rotatable; Ring Command system for function setting
Case back: 18 ct white gold, solid, screw-down with fine fluting
Winding crown: Twinlock in 18 ct white gold, screw-down, double waterproofness system
Case reference: 336239
Dial
Bright black, gloss, sunray finish
Hour markers in 18 ct white gold, highly legible Chromalight (long-lasting luminescence, blue glow)
Hands in 18 ct white gold. Highly legible Chromalight (long-lasting luminescence, blue glow) except for seconds hand
Bracelet
Oysterflex
Flexible metal blades overmoulded with high-performance elastomer
Folding Oysterclasp in 18 ct white gold
Rolex Glidelock extension system (approx. 15 mm in increments of approx. 2.5 mm)
Bracelet reference: 31KA09 Oysterflex
Rolex Sky-Dweller in White Rolesor with Mint Green Dial, Reference 336934-0001
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Case
Middle case: Oystersteel, polished finish
Bezel: White gold, fluted, bidirectional rotatable; Ring Command system for function setting
Case back: Oystersteel, solid, screw-down with fine fluting
Winding crown: Twinlock in Oystersteel, screw-down, double waterproofness system
Case reference: 336934
Dial
Mint green, gloss, sunray finish
Hour markers in 18 ct white gold, highly legible Chromalight (long-lasting luminescence, blue glow)
Hands in 18 ct white gold. Highly legible Chromalight (long-lasting luminescence, blue glow) except for seconds hand
Bracelet
Oyster, three-piece solid links
Oystersteel, polished centre links, satin-finished outer links with polished edges
Folding Oysterclasp
Easylink comfort extension link (approx. 5 mm)
Bracelet reference: 72220 Oyster
Rolex Sky-Dweller in 18 ct Everose gold with Blue-green Dial, Reference 336935-0001
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Case
Middle case: 18 ct Everose gold, polished finish
Bezel: 18 ct Everose gold, fluted, bidirectional rotatable; Ring Command system for function setting
Case back: 18 ct Everose gold, solid, screw-down with fine fluting
Winding crown: Twinlock in 18 ct Everose gold, screw-down, double waterproofness system
Case reference: 336935
Dial
Blue-green, gloss, sunray finish
Hour markers in 18 ct pink gold, highly legible Chromalight (long-lasting luminescence, blue glow)
Hands in 18 ct pink gold. Highly legible Chromalight (long-lasting luminescence, blue glow) except for seconds hand
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Sky-Dweller New Generation All Models (as on 31/03/2023)
White Rolesor
336934-0001: Mint green dial and Oyster bracelet
336934-0002: Mint green dial and Jubilee bracelet
336934-0003: Intense white dial and Oyster bracelet
336934-0004: Intense white dial and Jubilee bracelet
336934-0005: Bright blue dial and Oyster bracelet
336934-0006: Bright blue dial and Jubilee bracelet
336934-0007: Bright black dial and Oyster bracelet
336934-0008: Bright black dial and Jubilee bracelet
Yellow Rolesor
336933-0001: Champagne colour dial and Oyster bracelet
336933-0002: Champagne colour dial and Jubilee bracelet
336933-0003: Bright black dial and Oyster bracelet
336933-0004: Bright black dial and Jubilee bracelet
336933-0005: Intense white dial and Oyster bracelet
336933-0006: Intense white dial and Jubilee bracelet
Yellow gold
336238-0001: Champagne-colour dial and black Oysterflex bracelet
336238-0002: Bright black dial and black Oysterflex bracelet
336238-0003: Intense white dial and black Oysterflex bracelet
336938-0001: Champagne-colour dial and Oyster bracelet
336938-0002: Bright black dial and Oyster bracelet
336938-0003: Intense white dial and Oyster bracelet
Everose Gold
336935-0001: Blue green dial and Oyster bracelet
336935-0002: Chocolate dial and Oyster bracelet
336935-0003: Intense white dial and Oyster bracelet
336935-0003: Slate dial and Oyster bracelet
336235-0002: Chocolate dial and black Oysterflex bracelet
336235-0003: Intense white dial and black Oysterflex bracelet
336235-0004: Slate dial and black Oysterflex bracelet
White Gold
336239-0002: Bright black dial and black Oysterflex bracelet
336239-0003: Intense white dial and black Oysterflex bracelet
Movement and functions
Movement
Calibre 9002, Manufacture Rolex
Mechanical movement with bidirectional self-winding via Perpetual rotor
Precision: −2 /+2 sec./day, after casing
Oscillator Frequency: 28,800 beats/hour (4 Hz)
Paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring
Rolex overcoil
Large balance wheel with variable inertia
High-precision regulating via four gold Microstella nuts
Traversing balance bridge
High-performance Paraflex shock absorbers
Chronergy escapement with optimized energy efficiency
Paramagnetic nickel-phosphorus pallet fork and escape wheel
Jewelling: 45 rubies
Power reserve: Approximately 72 hours
Functions
Centre hour, minute and seconds hands
Local time via conventional hands, independent rapid-setting of the hour hand
Reference time via 24-hour, off-centre disc
Saros instantaneous annual calendar: rapid, bidirectional and secure setting of the date at 3 o’clock; month display via 12 apertures around the circumference of the dial
Stop-seconds for exact time setting
Certification
Superlative Chronometer (COSC + Rolex certification after casing)
Swiss luxury watchmaker IWC Schaffhausen has expanded its TOP GUN series by presenting its first 41mm Pilot Chronographs in ceramic.
IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41mm TOP GUN Black Ceramic
The new IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 TOP GUN (ref. IW389401) is the brand’s first 41mm Pilot’s Chronograph with a “Jet Black” black zirconium oxide ceramic case.
Its “Jet Black” ceramic, inspired by the technical components of supersonic jets, has been the signature material of IWC TOP GUN since the line was established in 2007.
A black dial and a black rubber strap complement the pitch-black ceramic case. Here, too, contrasting luminescent elements on the black hands and the dial enhance readability, even in the most challenging conditions. The titanium pushers and case back complement the sporty design.
The Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 TOP GUN is available through IWC boutiques, authorised retail partners, or online at IWC.com.
IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 TOP GUN “Oceana”
The second model, IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 TOP GUN “Oceana” (ref. 389404) features a case made of blue ceramic.
Back in 2022, IWC introduced a collection of Pilot’s Watches in colored ceramic. These watches feature striking new shades developed in collaboration with Pantone®. It consisted of chronographs such as IWC Lake Tahoe white & IWC Woodland green.
Created in collaboration with Pantone®, the new ceramic color “Oceana” takes inspiration from the U.S. Navy’s blue overalls. In addition, the chronograph features a blue dial and a matching blue rubber strap with a denim finish textile inlay.
Luminescence on the black hands and on the dial ensures excellent readability, even at night. The pushers and the case back are made of lightweight titanium.
The integrated IWC EasX-CHANGE® system makes it possible to exchange the strap quickly and easily without needing additional tools.
The Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 TOP GUN “Oceana” is available through selected IWC boutiques.
Unveiled at the Watches and Wonders 2023 exhibition in Geneva, both chronographs house the IWC 69380 calibre, an in-house manufactured self-winding mechanical movement that combines robustness, reliability, and durability.
The chronograph minute register is placed directly at 12 o’clock to enhance readability. The vertical dial layout is the result of IWC’s functional design approach and has become a distinguishing feature of the company’s chronographs.
Both new models also feature a soft-iron inner case to protect their movements from the effects of magnetic fields. The front glasses are specially secured to withstand sudden drops in air pressure in the cockpit. Moreover, both timepieces are water resistant to 100 meters/10 bar.
In addition, the timepieces are eligible for registration under the My IWC care program, benefitting from a 6-year extension to the standard 2-year International Limited Warranty.
Technical details
Functions
Chronograph function for hours, minutes and seconds
Date and day display
Small hacking seconds
Movement
IWC-manufactured calibre 69380
Winding: Automatic
Frequency: 28,800 vph / 4 Hz
Jewels: 33
Power reserve: 46 h
Model: IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41mm Top Gun Black Ceramic Ref. IW389401
Black ceramic case
Glass: Sapphire, convex, antireflective coating on both sides
Glass secured against displacement by drops in air pressure.
Diameter: 41.9 mm
Height: 15.5 mm
Water-resistant: 10 bar
Screw-in crown
Black dial, black hands
Black rubber strap
Blue ceramic case
Glass: Sapphire, convex, antireflective coating on both sides
Water-resistant: 10 bar
Diameter: 41.9 mm
Height: 15.5 mm
Screw-in crown
Glass secured against displacement by drops in air pressure.
Blue dial, black hands
Blue rubber strap with denim inlay
Swiss watch brand Oris has launched a new ProPilot Altimeter version with carbon-fibre composite case.
Introduced in 2014, Oris ProPilot Altimeter is the world’s first and only automatic mechanical wristwatch with a mechanical altimeter. Although a high-functioning aviation timepiece packed with technical innovation, it is simple to operate and use.
This year, the brand welcomes a new variant with an upgraded altimeter, a slimmer profile and a lightweight case.
The new ProPilot Altimeter comes with an improved altimeter module, capable of indicating altitude up to 19,700 feet or 6,000 meters. The older variants have a measuring range of up to 15,000 feet or 4,500 metres.
To create the lightweight carbon fibre case of this new model, Oris has partnered with 9T Labs, a Swiss high-tech firm based in Zurich. 9T Labs’ technology is used to make parts for airplanes, satellites, cars, motorbikes, bikes and instruments used in surgery. Oris is the first watchmaker using 9T’s tech.
The ProPilot Altimeter’s case boasts a natural, tree-ring effect. It houses Calibre 793, a slimline automatic movement with an improved 56-hour power reserve that sits inside a case 1mm thinner than the original.
Dressed in a 47mm diameter single-piece carbon fibre case, the watch has a grey PVD-plated titanium bezel and case back. Water resistant to 100 meters, this timepiece features a black dial with altitude scale on dial ring in either feet or metres.
Model with feet scale
It has two crowns in grey PVD titanium. The first one, positioned at 2 o’clock, is for setting the time and date. The second crown, positioned at 4 o’clock, is for altimeter.
Model with meter scale
The ProPilot Altimeter watch displays the hour, minute and seconds with centrally placed hands and the date at 3 o’clock.
Technical details
Model: Oris ProPilot Altimeter with Carbon Fibre Case
Case
Single-piece carbon fibre case
Grey PVD-plated titanium bezel
Diameter: 47.00 mm (1.85 inches)
Top glass: Sapphire, domed on both sides, anti-reflective coating on both sides
Case back: Grey PVD-plated titanium, screwed, feet-to-metre conversion chart engravings
Water resistance: 10 bar (100 metres)
Dial
Black with altitude scale on dial ring in either feet or metres
Indices, numbers and hands printed with Super-LumiNova®
Movement
Oris 793 Automatic Calibre
Power reserve: 56 hours
Functions
Hours, minutes and central sweep seconds hands, date with quick setting, stop second device, date window at 3 o’clock
Operating devices
Grey PVD-plated titanium screw-in security crown at 2 o’clock
Grey PVD-plated titanium screw-in altimeter crown at 4 o’clock
Strap
Green textile strap with brown leather lining, grey PVD-plated titanium folding clasp with fine adjustment system
Available from
March 2023
Versions
793 7775 8734-Set: Altitude scale in feet
793 7775 8764-Set: Altitude scale in metres
Swiss retail price
CHF 6,200
Oris ProPilot Altimeter Operating instructions
The Altimeter function can be operated with the crown located at 4 o’clock.
1. Neutral mode: Crown position 0
In neutral mode, when its crowns are screwed in securely, the ProPilot Altimeter functions like a regular automatic watch. Time is displayed by the hands on the central dial (adjusted by the crown at 2 o’clock), and the watch is water-resistant to 10 bar/100 m.
2. Activating the altimeter: Crown position 1
To activate the altimeter, unscrew the crown at 4 o’clock into position 1. At that point, a red ring appears, indicating the altimeter is in use.
3. Setting the altimeter: Crown position 2
To set the altimeter, pull the crown out to position 2 and rotate it so that the reference air pressure (supplied by an airport control tower, for example) aligns with the red triangle at 6 o’clock on the central dial. The watch now shows the current altitude, shown by the yellow indicator, and the current absolute air pressure, shown by the red indicator. While activated, a patented Oris altimeter-adjustment and venting crown, equipped with a PTFE vapour barrier, stops ambient moisture entering the watch.
4. Measuring altitude: Crown position 1
Having set the altimeter, push the crown back into position 1. Changes in altitude are shown by the yellow indicator against the outer dial ring, on a scale from 0-19,700 feet, or from 0-6,000 metres (the watch is available with either feet or metres scales).
The altimeter hand is made from lightweight laminated carbon fibre. To deactivate the altimeter and return it to neutral, screw the crown back into position 0. This also reseals the watch so that it becomes water-resistant to 10 bar (100 metres).
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