Baselworld 2019 (4)

This is the fourth of a series of posts featuring the new models on display at the world’s biggest watch show.

ALPINA

Alpiner X – The new AlpinerX smart outdoors watch uses advanced measurement functions benefiting from environmental sensors such as the new heart rate monitoring, UV, temperature, altitude, pressure, north direction. The case is made from glass fiber with a steel case-back.

EDOX

Sharkman III – Water resistant up to 1000m / 100 ATM, protected by a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and a ceramic bezel, this divers watch features a double o-ring patented gasket for the crown and pushers. To offer readability, the hands and indexes are covered with Superluminova X1.

FIYTA

Flying Apsaras – This timepiece by the Chinese brand belongs to the newly launched Talent Collection Dunhuang Themed Enamel Watch. It features a 18kt pink gold case with see-through back, a hand-wound Swiss movement and a silver dial with hand-made filigree enamel whose production requires two months and 53 procedures.

ORIS

Big Crown ProPilot Timer GMT – The watch offers a GMT function via the red-tipped central hand, a bi-directional rotating bezel for timing events, and a fabric strap option made of Ventile, a Swiss Made weather-resistant woven cotton fabric. The Oris’ seat-belt-inspired clasp no longer needs to be folded to be secured.

URWERK

UR-105 CT Maverick – The latest version of the model features a bronze and titanium case, as well as the signature wandering hour complication in which the hours on satellites progress in turn along a track of minutes. Each satellite holds three hour numerals and is mounted on an openworked rotating carousel.