New Releases - Taos Savile Row

Developed by Geneva-based watchmaker Olivier Gaud and crafted by the 40 artisans at the Atelier Olivier Vaucher in Geneva, this unique piece pays tribute to the London street synonymous with sartorial elegance. The creation of the dial’s pattern requires multiple techniques: engraving beneath enamel, applying multi-layered transparent enamels, miniature enamel painting, mult-layered ‘fondant’ covering. The finishing of the self-winding VOP318 caliber, made by the Swiss specialist Télôs at the brand’s express request, is the result of over 150 hours of hand engraving. The 18k gold case measures 38mm in diameter and 10mm in thickness. Price: CHF 140,000.

New releases – Bremont Perpetual Calendar GMT Mono-Pusher

Evolved from the British brand’s Altitude collection, this timepiece features a complication module exclusively devised by the Geneva atelier Agenhor. Along with the manually wound Sellita calibre, it delivers a 50-hour power reserve. The 42mm case in grade 2 titanium features the Bremont’s signature three-piece Trip-Tick construction. The Air Force blue dial presents complex information with visual clarity. A domed disc at 12 o’clock provides the second time zone indication. The subdials at 3 o’clock and 6 o’clock display the perpetual calendar’s indications. Price : £ 33,500.

Watches and movies

The latest video clip from The Watch Library deals with the 100-year long relationship between cinema and timepieces.

 

 

 

New releases – Formex Essence Ceramica Skeleton COSC

The full-ceramic 41mm case features the patented Case Suspension System that absorbs shocks and enhances comfort with four integrated springs allowing the watch to dynamically adapt to wrist movement. The patented micro-adjustable ceramic clasp allows for fine-tuning the fit while the watch is on the wrist. The COSC-certified automatic movement is a sketetonised version of the Swiss made Caliber SW200-1SC. Prices from CHF 3'970.-

New releases – BA111OD Chapter 4 Skeleton Tourbillon Ice White

Designed and manufactured in the Jura Arc, the watch combines an openwork architecture with cutting-edge engineering. Its 40mm stainless steel case, distinguished by its signature 4 o’clock crown, showcases an open dial that reveals the movement within. The tourbillon, positioned at 7 o’clock, is a tribute to one of the most revered complications in watchmaking. This hand-wound skeletonized movement, developed by master watchmaker Olivier Mory, offres a 100-hour power reserve. Prices from CHF 6'400.-

 

Watches at auction

Here are a few highlights from the upcoming auctions held by Phillips.

 

Geneva, 10-11 May

This pink gold Rolex Ref. 8171 comes with its original guarantee and COSC certificate. It features a crisp and well-preserved 38 mm case crafted by Favre-Perret, and an untouched dial aged to an ivory hue. Estimate: CHF 350,000-700,000

 

The Vacheron & Constantin minute repeater Ref. 6448 was produced in three unique examples. This platinum version with diamond indexes has remained within the same family since its creation in 1961. Estimate : CHF 120,000-240,000

 

Hong Kong, 24-25 May

This rare version of the Patek Philippe Ref. 3448 – the world’s first self-winding perpetual calendar – does not feature the moon phase indication at 6 o’clock. Only four such examples in yellow gold are known to exist. Estimate : US$ 150,000-300,000

 

This Rolex Cosmograph Ref. 6263 features the UAE Quraysh Hawk emblem and the Arabic script signature of the Ministry of Defense. Only a handful of these special commissions exist. Estimate: US$ 150,000-300,000

 

 

New releases – Solar Aqua Asgard

The brand born from the merger of the Swiss brand Aqua and the North American brand Solar introduces this limited edition of 300 pieces. Water resistant to 200 m, the 42 mm black 316L steel case features a PVD black coating and a forged carbon bezel. The open dial in the central area allows a view of the Swiss Peseux movement, customized for Solar Aqua. Positioned outside the central counter, the hour hand has a trapezoidal shape that mirrors the peak of Mount Asgard, the Canadian mountain, famous for its two flat-topped peaks and named after the realm of the gods in Norse mythology.