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Five different finishes for an ultra-sophisticated new dial: the Manufacture Vacheron Constantin once again demonstrates its superlative mastery of the watchmaking art with its new Malte Moon Phase and Power-Reserve model.
The tonneau or “barrel” shape, explored by Vacheron Constantin since 1912. In 1889, the Geneva-based manufacturer produced its very first wristwatches and also began charting [...]

Through its contemporary vision of high-end, mechanical watchmaking, Perrelet demonstrates its know-how yet again by offering a remarkable Perpetual Calendar in 18ct pink gold.
The imposing 43.5mm case is notable for the elegance of its dynamic design, whose quality of finish extends equally to the embellishment of the movement. The Perrelet P-251 automatic movement with perpetual [...]

“This year I wanted to celebrate the whole of this iconic collection, which, rather than staying in a fixed state of perfection, has always been able to rise above itself, each time producing a more accurate representation of the Master of Time.”
Thierry Nataf
President, CEO of ZENITH International.
Timeless in style, this collection, with its subtle Italianate [...]

2009 Trends
Breguet’s most recent entries uphold its oldest and noblest traditions, discreetly displaying the signature features that set a Breguet off from all other watches made. Dials made of manually engine-turned gold, open-tipped blued steel hands, fluted caseband, unique production number – the Breguet personality comes to the fore at first glance. Every new horological [...]

Martin Braun extends his family named for figures from Greek mythology, fittingly correlating the classical legends with his classic timepieces. Eos (2001) was the Greek goddess of the sunrise and the matriarch of Martin Braun’s now legendary family. Her child, Boreas (2003), was the Greek god of the north wind. Astraios (2005) was Eos’s husband [...]