Maintaining the sculpted tonneau curves that define its character, the latest Franck Muller Vanguard pairs bold presence with refined proportions in a V 43 stainless steel case, delivering a versatile expression of sportiness and elegance for everyday wear.

At the heart of this evolution is the debut of the guilloché pavé de losanges dial, a mesmerising architectural marvel of geometry and light. Crafted entirely in-house through four precise stages of stamping at the Franck Muller dial manufacture in Les Bois, Jura, Switzerland, each facet on the richly textured diamond motif catches and reflects light in a dynamic dance. A contrasting micro-blasted sunburst centre draws the eye inward, creating depth and dynamism that shifts with every movement of the wrist.

True to the exceptional level of craftsmanship the House is known for, hand-painted and hand-set appliqué numerals rise from this deeply geometric stage, while a bead-blasted matte bezel frames the dial with understated style. Available in five colour variations — navy, grey, green, black and brown — each reference reveals a different personality as the textured guilloché surface catches light: modern yet timeless in navy, quietly sophisticated in grey, vibrant in green, boldly contemporary in black, or warm and refined in brown.

Powering the new Vanguard is a movement offering 42 hours of power reserve, paired with a hand-sewn alligator strap with a rubber underside for comfort, durability and daily wear.

Exclusive to Asia Pacific, the new Vanguard celebrates Franck Muller’s spirit of innovation while honouring its heritage of form and craftsmanship. The House’s latest expression of bold modernity on the wrist is both architectural and expressive.

Discover the Franck Muller Vanguard collection online or at Sincere Fine Watches boutiques, located at Takashimaya S.C. (#03-13B) and Suntec City (#01-352).

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TAG Heuer and Oracle Red Bull Racing: A Legacy of Speed

Since 2016, TAG Heuer has proudly been the Official Partner and Timekeeper of Oracle Red Bull Racing. Over the years, this partnership has seen four World Drivers’ Championships with Max Verstappen, a driver who defines the precision, resilience, and relentless drive that both Oracle Red Bull Racing and TAG Heuer stand for.

At the eighth Grand Prix of the 2024 season on the legendary streets of Monaco, TAG Heuer presented the Oracle Red Bull Racing driver with an exceptional timepiece: the bold TAG Heuer Monaco Split-Seconds Chronograph.

This year, at the Formula 1 Louis Vuitton Australian Grand Prix 2025, the first Grand Prix where TAG Heuer returns as the Official Timekeeper of Formula 1®, Max Verstappen will wear a new edition of the TAG Heuer Monaco Split-Seconds Chronograph.

Four Stars, One Champion

Oracle Red Bull Racing driver Max Verstappen’s customised TAG Heuer Monaco Split-Second Chronograph now features four stars to mark his world titles in 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024.

A second subdial bears his signature lion emblem alongside his name, a symbol of his fearless drive and a tribute to precision and excellence. Meanwhile, the number ‘1’ is positioned at 1 o’clock, a bold statement of his championship successes.

The personalisation took 12 hours, with the championship years displayed on the hour counter and “World Champion Max Verstappen” engraved on the rotor. Powering this timepiece is the TAG Heuer Calibre TH81-00, a mechanical split-seconds chronograph movement. The split-seconds function, called a ‘rattrapante’ in French, is capable of measuring two separate time intervals concurrently, providing a level of functionality that exceeds that of a regular chronograph.

The Chase for Innovation

Led by the visionary Carole Kasapi, TAG Heuer’s Movements Director and an industry legend, the team, comprising the finest in-house talents and esteemed industrial suppliers, embraced the challenge of creating a groundbreaking movement that would redefine TAG Heuer’s concept of the chronograph.

The Calibre TH81-00 is a true testament to TAG Heuer’s commitment to precision and technical excellence. Developed in collaboration with the esteemed manufacturer Vaucher, the movement showcases the brand’s relentless pursuit of watchmaking perfection.

Discover TAG Heuer timepieces online or at Sincere Fine Watches boutiques at Suntec City (#01-352).

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In the heart of Geneva, where tradition meets bold innovation, Franck Muller imagines a timepiece that defies the conventions of watchmaking and time itself. The Round Triple Mystery is the latest evolution of this vision.

It all began with the Mystery. During a business trip, Franck Muller, Co-Founder of the brand, experienced a profound cross-cultural encounter that left a lasting impression. Inspired by the fluid and unbound perception of time in certain cultures – where time is embraced at one’s own pace and on one’s own terms – he sought to capture this essence in a timepiece. This fascination led to the creation of the Mystery watch, an elegant tribute to the freedom and mystique of time itself, where traditional hands were replaced by a single rotating disc displaying only the hour.

Two years later, the Double Mystery was unveiled globally, introducing two rotating discs that seamlessly marked both hours and minutes. Now, with the launch of the Triple Mystery, a third rotating seconds disc that brings even greater depth to the passage of time, pushing horological artistry once more.

At first glance, the dial seems to float in motion, its display untethered by traditional hands. But look closer and you’ll witness an intricate ballet of three rotating discs, each tirelessly marking the passage of hours, minutes and, for the first time, seconds.

Housed in a Rose Gold or White Gold case and measuring 39 mm in diameter, the Round Triple Mystery blends sculptural boldness with mechanical finesse. Its dial is adorned with diamonds, set in a hypnotic spiral that draws the eye to three rotating triangular indicators. Each gemstone traces its own path, transforming the passing of time into a celestial dance. For those seeking an added touch of brilliance, the Round Triple Mystery also comes in a variation where the bezel is set with baguette-cut diamonds.

The construction of the Round Triple Mystery is a technical feat engineered to power three fully independent discs without compromising precision. The integration of the second rotating disc with the Double Mystery presented a significant technical challenge due to its rapid rotation, requiring exceptional lightness to ensure optimal power efficiency and performance.

Adding a third rotating disc for the seconds would significantly increase the energy demand on the movement. Therefore, the central seconds disc is skeletonised to achieve two goals: to create an enchanting design at the heart of the extraordinary timepiece and to ensure the necessary lightness for the smooth functioning of the movement.

One of the greatest technical challenges was developing the seconds disc that remains exceptionally lightweight to maintain the precision of the movement. The entire structure weighs just 0.052g, with the arrow indicator at 0.002g, the diamond at 0.003g, and the skeleton pastille at 0.047g. This delicate balance was meticulously engineered to ensure the seconds disc rotates effortlessly without disrupting the movement’s performance.

After extensive research and numerous testing of various materials, Franck Muller’s engineers chose aluminium as the optimal choice for the seconds disc, offering the ideal balance of lightness and rigidity for crafting the skeletonised central pastille. Machining this delicate component requires the highest level of precision due to its extremely thin design, with each bridge measuring just 0.3 mm in width, an extraordinary achievement in manufacturing.

The central plate, bearing a single diamond nestled within a delicate geometric pattern reminiscent of a spirograph, is designed to underscore the essence of rotation. The intricate geometry of the pattern mirrors the continuous motion of the three rotating discs—hour, minute, and second—that define the watch’s unique way of timekeeping. Each facet of the design further echoes the watch’s diamond-encrusted case, amplifying the interplay between motion and light. The choice of geometry in design not only celebrates the cyclical nature of time but also highlights the Triple Mystery’s craftsmanship, where each turn reveals new angles, reflections, and indeed, time itself.

The seconds disc is also adorned with a triangle-cut diamond functioning as a seconds indicator, standing as a poetic design element and capturing the continuous rhythm of time with captivating elegance.

More than a timekeeper, the Round Triple Mystery is a story of defiance and imagination. It bends the very language of time, transforming the mystery of hours, minutes and seconds into a captivating ballet of light and motion. Every element has been conceived to enhance the mesmerising display of hours, minutes and seconds and elevate the experience of time itself, a tribute to the spirit of invention, and to those who believe mystery is not something to be solved, but something to be savoured.

Discover Franck Muller timepieces online or at Sincere Fine Watches boutiques, located at Takashimaya S.C. (#02-12A) and Suntec City (#01-352).

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Bell & Ross, in partnership with Sincere Fine Watches Singapore, presents the BR-05 Sincere White Lum, a special edition that marks the debut of a Full Lum dial in Bell & Ross’ urban collection, featuring a new red-and-white theme inspired by Singapore’s national flag to complement the country’s 60th National Day.

The red and white colour theme symbolises unity, courage, and purity, reflecting the enduring spirit of a nation that shines brightly on the world stage. By day, the watch’s white dial and bold red indexes radiate clarity and energy. As night falls, the dial emits a luminous glow — a quiet beacon that mirrors the strength and resilience of a nation moving confidently toward the future.

Enhanced with Super-LumiNova X2, the dial delivers high-performance luminescence for a bright, long-lasting glow. The advanced grade of luminescence responds efficiently to light exposure, offering a powerful and sustained afterglow—ensuring optimal legibility in low-light conditions.

The index design represents a subtle yet familiar twist, featuring a layout more closely related to that on Bell & Ross’ iconic cockpit-inspired BR-03 with large military-type Arabic numerals at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o’clock, and a round date aperture at 4:30. The urban time instrument is powered by the automatic mechanical movement, BR-CAL.321, equipped with a power reserve of up to 54 hours.

Integrated with the 40mm stainless-steel case, the bracelet forms a seamless unit with matching alternating polished and satin-brushed finishes. The polished bevels accentuate the sculpted contours, adding visual depth. The links are articulated according to a radius of curvature which makes the bracelet perfectly suited to any type of wrist.

With its integrated design, robust comfort and meticulous finishes, the BR-05 is built for the active, urban lifestyle. Bold yet refined, the BR-05 exudes strength and modern elegance — a sculpted timepiece that commands presence. It is designed for the modern individual navigating the pulse of urban life with confidence and style.

The BR-05 Sincere White Lum is available exclusively online, at the Sincere Fine Watches boutique at Suntec City, and at the Bell & Ross boutique at The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands.

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Time-Honoured Craftsmanship: Fine Dials in Fascinating Colours

The most striking feature of the new GMT Guilloché is its finely guillochéd dial. This traditional craft involves creating geometric patterns composed of numerous fine lines, meticulously engraved using a guilloché machine. While a machine is employed, it is the skill of the guillocheur that truly brings the motif to life. The artisan must continuously reposition the burin and apply precise pressure to achieve the desired pattern. This process demands intense concentration and superb visual judgment to ensure a consistent, aesthetically pleasing result.

The ultra-fine grooves are polished to a high sheen with a diamond tool, producing a captivating play of light and reflection. This effect is further elevated by the dial colours—matte green on one model and vibrant orange on the other—applied using a special coating. With the intricate guilloché, the dial’s colour nuances change with the light.

Handcrafted hour, minute, and small seconds hands enhance the refined appearance: polished, lance-shaped hands contrast beautifully with the orange dial, while the green dial is paired with steel hands annealed in blue, providing a vivid visual accent.

Stylish and Functional: The Second Time Zone

Both models offer a highly functional complication: a second time zone displayed with elegance and subtlety. A 24-hour scale encircles the dial, marked by an arrow-shaped GMT hand that distinguishes between day and night. Local time is indicated by central hour and minute hands, accompanied by a small seconds subdial at 6 o’clock. A secondary crown at 10 o’clock allows the GMT hand to be adjusted in one-hour increments, both forwards and backwards—ensuring ease of use when travelling across time zones.

The Calibre 100.8: Glashütte Watchmaking at Its Finest

The intricate calibre 100.8 is visible through the sapphire crystal caseback. The movement showcases the hallmarks of Moritz Grossmann’s Glashütte craftsmanship: a 2/3 plate with raised gold chatons, the signature Grossmann ratchet, a separately removable winding unit with pusher mechanism, and a cantilevered balance cock with micrometer screw. The mass-optimised balance adds further precision. A striking interplay of colours from the movement’s finishing details completes the visual impression—underscoring the brand’s dedication to both mechanical excellence and aesthetic refinement.

Limited to just eight pieces per version, each model is housed in a 41mm stainless steel case and reflects Moritz Grossmann’s commitment to artisanal watchmaking and technical sophistication.

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Arnold & Son Globetrotter 42 Steel in ‘Strand Blue’

Inspired by an era when explorers set out with maps and chronometers in hand, Arnold & Son presents a new iteration of its iconic Globetrotter – a contemporary timekeeping instrument dedicated to modern travellers. Revisited in both size and functionality, the Globetrotter 42 Steel features a 42mm steel case and is available in two versions: ‘Strand Blue’ and ‘Greenwich Green’, each limited to just 88 pieces.

This ultra-graphic dial has undergone subtle changes that have made it visually more striking and technically more effective for international travel. The structure retains its famous, delicately curved arched bridge – crafted from steel and worked by hand – which can be considered the signature feature of the collection. The bridge demarcates the hours of the day and night on the 24-hour bezel ring and, with the ruby set in its centre, holds in place the dome representing the northern hemisphere as seen from the North Pole. On the dome, the metallic continents, which have been sunray-brushed to accentuate their relief, stand out clearly and strikingly against the oceans depicted in blue or green depending on the model.

A sculpted dome of the northern hemisphere rotates once every 24 hours, now enhanced by a city ring featuring twelve reference cities – a subtle upgrade that enhances international timekeeping.

Another notable change made by the watch developers at Arnold & Son to this mobile dome – which rotates once every 24 hours and enables world time to be displayed – is the addition of a ring around its perimeter bearing the names of twelve reference cities. Each of these cities, from both the northern and southern hemispheres, is symbolised by its code placed opposite its location on the map. These indicators are intended to give texture to the planisphere and allow the user to instinctively visualise the time in the location of their choice, as it is read opposite the 24-hour transferred numerals on the fixed ring of the local time dial, which itself is read using the two arrows that peak out from under the world map.

Arnold & Son Globetrotter 42 Steel in ‘Greenwich Green’

Presented in classic English colours, a signature of the design and naming traditions that run through all Arnold & Son ranges,  the ‘Strand Blue’ model references the London street that runs parallel to the River Thames and on which John Arnold’s shop was located. The colours of the ‘Greenwich Green’ version were chosen to recall the wooded hills that surround the Royal Observatory in Greenwich. 

Like all movements bearing the Arnold & Son signature, the calibre A&S6122 was entirely developed, produced, decorated, assembled, adjusted and cased up at the Manufacture in La Chaux-de-Fonds.

Both versions of the Globetrotter 42 are powered by the in-house self-winding mechanical calibre reference A&S6122, whose power reserve has been increased from 45 to 55 hours. This movement allows the home and remote time displays to be adjusted via the three positions of the crown. Like all movements bearing the Arnold & Son signature, it was entirely developed, produced, decorated, assembled, adjusted and cased up at the Manufacture in La Chaux-de-Fonds. Visible through the transparent sapphire crystal case back, the A&S6122 calibre features an engraved and finely openworked oscillating weight and is decorated with the traditional motifs of fine watchmaking. Its main plate is circular-grained, its bridges display radiating Côtes de Genève stripes, the wheels are satin-finished and the screws are chamfered and polished. It should be noted that its palladium coating offers a particularly interesting light-grey finish that perfectly complements the cases of the models it powers.

Discover Arnold & Son timepieces at the Sincere Fine Watches boutique, #02-12A of Takashimaya S.C., and the SHH boutique at #B2M-202 of The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands.

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Following their blockbuster collaboration in 2023, Franck Muller and #FR2 have returned with a new timepiece: the #FR2NCK MULLER Vanguard Beach Limited Edition. The model melds #FR2’s playful irreverence with the sporty, vibrant design of the Vanguard Beach collection, and arrives perfectly timed to usher in the summer.

Tokyo-based #FR2 is a beloved iconoclast among streetwear aficionados. Known for its provocative Fxxking Rabbits motif, the label first partnered with Franck Muller two years ago to create the #FR2NCK MULLER Vanguard. The limited-edition watch paired #FR2’s signature graphic with an edgy, fashion-forward design, and became an instant hit among streetwear fans. This year’s follow-up from Franck Muller and #FR2 features the same Fxxking Rabbits motif, of course. In lieu of a monochromatic palette, however, the new #FR2NCK MULLER Vanguard Beach Limited Edition comes decked out in vivid summer hues to evoke the carefree spirit of sun-soaked days and sea breezes – a throwback to the Franck Muller Vanguard Beach collection that was also released in 2023.

The #FR2NCK MULLER Vanguard Beach Limited Edition is available in three colourways derived from the original Vanguard Beach line: Heatwave Red, Surf Blue, and Tropical Green, available in just 300 pieces each. All three references are a call to summer and all that it has to offer, with a dial that hints at the endless possibilities on hand. To create these deeply saturated cases, glass is first melted at 1,500°c and drawn into extremely fine threads, before being cooled and formed into sheets at 700°c. These sheets are then impregnated in special colour baths to attain the desired hues, before being compressed into fibreglass composite blocks.

The iconic Fxxking Rabbits are the anchoring elements on these watches, naturally, and variously engaged in their pursuits under a beach umbrella, on a surfboard, and amongst lush vegetation. To complete each scene, the date window has been cleverly positioned at 2 o’clock both as a subtle callback to #FR2, and to double as the blazing sun shining overhead. For added dimension and night time visibility, the rabbit motif and skeletonised obelisk hands are applied with Super-Luminova, giving the dial a luminous glow in the dark.

On the technical front, the #FR2NCK MULLER Vanguard Beach Limited Edition collection offers Franck Muller’s familiar mix of technical sophistication with eminent wearability. The tonneau-shaped Vanguard case here has been rendered in glass fibre-composite, for a bold presence in a light yet robust package suitable for everyday wear.

Each case, in turn, comes fitted with a striking nylon strap, with leather underside, featuring a hook-and-loop closure for convenience and sand-free cleanups. The straps are printed with various details – bold text that harks back to archetypal Japanese streetwear aesthetics, as well as a unique graphic that extends the watch dial’s visual motif. Powering each timepiece is Franck Muller’s self-winding MVT 2536-SCDT2H movement, a workhorse calibre that offers fuss-free convenience.

“Franck Muller and #FR2 are both unapologetic and daring in their respective industries, and they embody the same audacity and non-conformist attitude that make them such kindred spirits,” opines Sharon Lim, CEO of Franck Muller APAC. “These shared values have given rise to a partnership that’s made waves across both the streetwear and luxury watch industries, beginning with 2023’s #FR2NCK MULLER Vanguard. We are pleased to follow up on its success with the new #FR2NCK MULLER Vanguard Beach, which explores a different set of possibilities when street fashion meets haute horlogerie.”

Limited to just 300 pieces each, the new #FR2NCK MULLER Vanguard Beach Limited Edition will be available exclusively across Asia Pacific. Discover the collection online or at Sincere Fine Watches boutiques, located at Takashimaya S.C. (#02-12A) and Suntec City (#01-352).

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The Stealth Watch That Doesn’t Go Unnoticed

With its full black finish, the BR-05 Skeleton Phantom Ceramic brings a new stylistic dimension to the BR-05 line, an elegant, urban-inspired family of watches launched by Bell & Ross in 2019. In just six years, the BR-05 has become a cornerstone of the brand’s collections, introducing a new reference point in the maison’s design journey since 1994, with a clear guiding principle: the round in a square. This distinct identity takes its inspiration from professional dashboard instruments.

With the BR-05 collection, Bell & Ross targets aficionados of contemporary watchmaking who refuse to compromise on performance while seeking an elegant, urban-inspired timepiece. The line’s identity is embodied in its fully integrated design: “The case and bracelet form a single unit. This type of design refers to a style of watches that emerged in the 1970s. Translating it into the Bell & Ross aesthetic yields a result that is both intuitive, modern, and graphically impactful,” says Bruno Belamich, Creative Director at Bell & Ross. With the new BR-05 Skeleton Phantom Ceramic, featuring a unique black finish that is both precious and mysterious, an homage to stealth aircraft, Bell & Ross aims to show that it’s possible to stand out while staying discreet.

A Transparent Black Technical Dial

To highlight the interplay of light and shadow, the dial of the new BR-05 Skeleton Phantom Ceramic is entirely black. This monochromatic approach demanded an original technical composition. The central plate of the dial is made of black-tinted sapphire crystal. Through its transparency, it reveals the rhodium-plated skeleton movement while deepening the watch’s air of mystery. The dial is framed by a matte black flange with applied indexes, also in matte black and filled with black Super-LumiNova®. This photoluminescent material, which also coats the skeletonised hour and minute hands, appears black by day but emits green light in the dark—an unexpected visual effect that enhances the technical feel of the watch. For added contrast, the seconds hand is rhodium plated. The Phantom finish does not compromise Bell & Ross’s usual standards of legibility for its instrument watches.

The Finesse of Skeletonisation: Between Lightness And Power

Skeletonisation, a watchmaking art, blends technical mastery with aesthetics, something Bell & Ross values deeply. By refining and reshaping the components, which requires meticulous craftsmanship to maintain their strength and performance, the movement becomes lighter and more transparent. This allows the mechanism’s inner workings and rhythm to be revealed. Equipped with a 54-hour power reserve, the BR-CAL.322-1 caliber, developed specifically for Bell & Ross, beats at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour (4Hz). Its performance is visible from both sides of the new BR-05 Skeleton Phantom Ceramic, not just through the dial but also via the sapphire case back. Beneath the custom-decorated black oscillating weight, which spins 360°, you can see the black upper bridge and various finely open worked components that showcase the precision and beauty of this high-performance automatic movement.

A Ceramic Case Built To Withstand It All

 The choice of black ceramic is not just aesthetic, it’s technical. This modern material guarantees robustness, thanks to its scratch and corrosion resistance. Harder than steel yet lighter, it also offers hypoallergenic comfort. Last year, Bell & Ross introduced a black ceramic case to mark the fifth anniversary of the BR 05 line. Crafting this material is demanding, but with over 20 years of experience, Bell & Ross is able to apply refined finishes—both polished and brushed—that elevate this BR 05 to the status of a contemporary jewel. Deliberately assertive, brushed surfaces create a striking interplay with the light, making the ceramic shine and adding a luxurious feel—enhanced further by the polished screws, bevels, and polished ceramic bracelet links. Water-resistant to 100 meters, the new BR 05 Skeleton Phantom Ceramic is available with an all-ceramic bracelet or a black rubber strap with a folding clasp.

Discover Bell & Ross timepieces at the Bell & Ross boutique by Sincere Fine Watches, located at The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, #B2M-203.

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Introducing the Greubel Forsey Balancier Contemporain, in stainless steel.

Greubel Forsey unveils the final edition of the Balancier Contemporain, limited to just 33 pieces and housed in a 39.6mm stainless steel case — a material that had been used only twice in the history of the Atelier. More than a final edition, this stainless steel interpretation is a statement of purpose – it is the rarest and most exclusive case material in the Atelier’s repertoire. Its presence here is deliberate: to honour the legacy of the Balancier Contemporain with purity, restraint, and resolve.

Featuring a rich interplay of levels, textures and finishes on its gold dial.

When it was introduced, the Balancier Contemporain redefined expectations by delivering the full Greubel Forsey experience within a remarkably compact 39.6mm. Beneath its high-domed sapphire crystal, the gold dial reveals a rich interplay of levels, textures, and finishes. A sunburst blue hour ring frames the composition, while a deep blue minute track and sectorial displays for the small seconds and power reserve introduce both clarity and contrast. A large aperture draws the eye to the in-house 12.6mm balance wheel, suspended above a flat, black-polished gold plate that adds striking visual depth.

Comprising 256 hand-finished components, every element is a miniature work of art.

The movement is composed of 256 parts, each hand-finished to the highest standard. The bridges are in nickel silver, frosted and spotted by hand, with perfectly polished bevels and countersinks, straight-grained flanks, and a subtle blue treatment unique to this edition. The balance wheel bridge is flat black polished steel – one of the most demanding finishes in haute horlogerie – with hand-polished bevels that reflect light beautifully. The balance wheel itself is mounted above a flat black-polished gold plate, a surface so refined it becomes both technical and architectural.

On the movement side, a black-polished gold plate is engraved in relief with the fundamental values of Greubel Forsey – invisible to the wearer, yet finished with the same uncompromising care. Olive-domed jewels are set in gold chatons, with hand-polished countersinks that catch the light at just the right angle. Every element — visible or not — is treated with equal reverence, as though each could stand alone as a miniature work of art.

With this final edition, Greubel Forsey opens a new chapter in small-diameter timepieces, exploring new dimensions of mechanical expression, proportion, and elegance – all without compromise. Discover Greubel Forsey timepieces at the SHH boutique, #B2M-202 of The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, or at the Sincere Fine Watches boutique, #02-12A of Takashimaya S.C.

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Arnold & Son
Constant Force Tourbillon 11 Yellow Gold Edition

Equal parts historical homage and contemporary marvel, Arnold & Son’s Constant Force Tourbillon 11 Yellow Gold Edition celebrates the 260th anniversary of John Arnold’s legacy and the storied friendship between him and fellow legendary horologist, Abraham-Louis Breguet.

Limited to just 11 pieces, this 41.5mm masterpiece channels the spirit of Arnold, an English chronometer pioneer, and Breguet, the Swiss-French virtuoso, who invented the tourbillon in 1801. Forged in the late 1700s amid political upheaval, their bond was built on mutual admiration: Arnold’s robust, industrial innovations inspired Breguet, while Arnold drew finesse from Breguet’s refined and elegant designs. Following Arnold’s death in 1799, Breguet honoured him by crafting his first tourbillon regulator around Arnold’s marine chronometer No. 11, engraving it with a poignant tribute to their friendship. But while that historic timepiece is on display at the British Museum, this one, however, can proudly be worn on the wrist.

The heart of the timepiece, the A&S5219 hand-wound movement, is a direct descendant of both horologists’ shared heritage. Its architecture pays homage to Breguet’s first tourbillon regulator from 1808, which was itself built around Arnold’s chronometer movement. On the dial side, the patented constant force mechanism smooths energy delivery to the one-minute tourbillon, ensuring precise timekeeping over 100 hours. The dead-beat seconds display, marked by the tip of a flame-blued anchor, echo the rhythmic pulse of marine instruments past. Turn the watch over, and its transparent sapphire caseback reveals the one-minute tourbillon carriage, crafted as a tribute to Breguet.

Of course, there’s the aesthetic finesse. A recessed white opal subdial, a first for Arnold & Son, sits elegantly within a Grand Feu enamel canvas. Meanwhile, flame-blued screws, hand-engraved bridges, and a midnight blue alligator strap lend modern touches to the classic reference.

Czapek & Cie.
Antarctique Tourbillon

Marking the beginning of Czapek & Cie.’s 10th anniversary since its revival, the Antarctique Tourbillon is a 40.5mm expression of mechanical ballet, guilloché artistry, and haute horlogerie engineering – executed entirely in stainless steel and available in two captivating variations, Glacier Blue and Secret Alloy, the latter a 50-piece limited edition.

At its heart is the Calibre 9, the Maison’s first fully in-house movement, which is not only mechanically impressive but artistically composed. The flying tourbillon hovers at 6 o’clock beneath a dramatic openworked bridge, with the gear train and barrel aligned along a central axis to create perfect symmetry. Hand-finished to the highest standards, the movement’s 191 components include six sharp inward angles on the bridges.

The Singularité guilloché dial, created with Swiss watch dial-maker Metalem, mesmerises with a vortex-style trompe-l’œil effect that’s designed to create an illusion of infinite depth and draw the eye deep into the mechanism. Glacier Blue evokes crisp clarity and light, while Secret Alloy radiates a cool, industrial mystique. Blued hands and indices with Super-LumiNova enhance visibility, all housed beneath a raised sapphire glass box that creates the illusion of levitation.

To heighten the impression of lightness, the indices are set on the flange rather than the dial, and the bridges are integrated into the guilloché plate itself. The case features slightly raised sapphire crystals front and back, with the rear bezel engravings cleverly metallised within the crystal to appear as if floating. Even the winding rotor echoes this ethereal effect: convex in form and engraved by master artisan Michèle Rothen with a black hole-inspired motif echoing the dial’s pattern.

Ferdinand Berthoud
Chronomètre FB 3SPC.3

To celebrate a decade of Chronométrie Ferdinand Berthoud, the independent manufacture has released a striking all-new platinum edition of the Chronomètre FB 3SPC.3 in a 20-piece limited series. A masterclass in mechanical expression, this reference features an ultra-luxe salmon-pink dial finish, achieved through a sandblasted and 4N-gilded nickel silver treatment.

Housed in a 42.3mm platinum case, the FB 3SPC.3 is distinguished by a sapphire porthole at 9 o’clock, giving a lateral view of the movement’s crown jewel: the cylindrical balance spring. Rare and exceptionally challenging to manufacture, the cylindrical spring is paired with a variable-inertia balance and forms a COSC-certified regulating organ visible in full three-dimensional splendour – a tribute to Ferdinand Berthoud’s legacy of precision navigation instruments.

The inner bezel ring and small seconds subdial are rendered in velvet-finished silver-toned brass, with anthracite-varnished engravings that complement the gilded movement and gear trains. Skeletonised blue CVD-treated gold hands – diamond-polished with elegant open tips – sweep across the dial, while a power reserve indicator sits discreetly at 2 o’clock.

Through the sapphire caseback, the 230-component calibre FB-SPC reveals a strikingly architectural construction. The bridges are straight-grained, the gear trains gilded, and the finishing executed to the exacting standards of Swiss haute horlogerie. Traditionally paired with a leather strap and an 18 mm pin buckle, the timepiece is now also available with a newly introduced 18mm folding clasp, which offers collectors a refined alternative with added convenience.

Jacob & Co.
Astronomia Four-Axis Tourbillon

To mark the 10th anniversary of its groundbreaking Astronomia collection, Jacob & Co. once again redefines the frontiers of haute horlogerie with the Astronomia Revolution Four-Axis Tourbillon. As the world’s first quadruple-axis tourbillon, this timepiece is both an engineering marvel and a wearable piece of contemporary watchmaking history.

Housed in an 47mm by 27mm rose gold and sapphire crystal chassis, the phenomenal showpiece offers a 360-degree theatre of kinetic beauty. At its core is the calibre JCAM54, a vertically constructed movement mounted on a two-arm carousel. This remarkable mechanism completes one full rotation every 60 seconds and carries a flying tourbillon that operates across four axes. These axes spin at intervals of 60, 18, 15, and 1 minute, respectively – a never-before-seen configuration that delivers extraordinary chronometric performance with visual fluidity.

What makes this watch not just revolutionary but visionary is the patented constant force device, which recharges every 1/6th of a second. This ensures the tourbillon receives a uniform supply of energy, eliminating amplitude fluctuation and increasing stability and precision. Meanwhile, the time display is kept upright at all times, thanks to a patented differential gear system, which ensures legibility no matter how complex the motion.

Beneath the rotating architecture lies a mirror-polished rose gold-plated base, faceted like a prismatic gem to reflect and magnify the dynamic ballet above. The resulting visual experience is an intricate choreography of mechanics and light that appears to orbit within the wrist.

The World Is Yours Dual Time Zone Tourbillon

Jacob & Co.’s latest evolution of The World Is Yours collection elevates an already profound personal tribute to new horological heights. The World is Yours Dual Time Zone Tourbillon transforms the original’s meaningful narrative – inspired by founder Jacob Arabo’s first watch, gifted by his father with the words “My son, the world is yours. Go and explore it” – into an exceptional expression of watchmaking ingenuity, crowned by a display that symbolically and physically places the world beneath it.”

The 43mm rose gold case houses a mesmerising double-pace tourbillon that completes a full rotation every 30 seconds – twice the speed of conventional tourbillons. Positioned beneath a transparent sapphire bridge, the mechanism appears to be suspended, while the signature compass rose commands centre stage, breathing life and movement into the masterpiece. The tourbillon’s placement at the highest point of the domed world map dial adds to the visual spectacle.

While the two time zones – displayed on subdials at 12 and 6 o’clock – retain their independence and minute-level precision, the shift lies within. The enhanced movement demanded a reconfiguration of the miniature Earth beneath the dial, increasing its curvature. More than ever, the Dual Time Zone Tourbillon is domed; rounded like the very planet it represents.

Executed in titanium, the dial features three laser-etched continents in rose gold relief against deep PVD-blued oceans. The calibre JCAA45 also marks a technical first for Jacob & Co., with an off-centre platinum micro-rotor uniquely positioned in the middle of the movement rather than its periphery. This uncommon architecture posed significant engineering challenges, yet it was purposefully designed to give the tourbillon pride of place, ensuring it remains the visual and mechanical heart of the watch. Limited to 199 pieces, this commanding edition is truly a wearable monument to legacy, paternal wisdom, and horological excellence.

Laurent Ferrier
Classic Auto Horizon

Originally released as a limited Série Atelier edition with a copper-toned dial, the Classic Auto Horizon returns as part of the Laurent Ferrier permanent collection. This iteration unveils a new Horizon Blue dial that celebrates nature’s serenity.

Featuring a 40mm polished stainless steel case, its elegant pebble silhouette draws inspiration from 19th-century pocket watches. The satin-brushed dial reveals subtle flashes of soft purple depending on the light. This chromatic effect is achieved with a fine layer of translucent blue lacquer applied over a silver galvanic base. In the centre, a vertical satin-brushed finish evokes a sense of openness.

The layout features the distinctive date aperture of the Maison’s Classic and Sport Auto models, a bold cut-out that slopes gently toward a highly legible slate grey date on a white disc. The dial is also marked by a central crosshair and signature white gold Assegai-shaped hands, while the recessed small seconds at 6 o’clock is snailed and punctuated with dark blue markers and a baton-shaped white gold hand.

Boasting over 72 hours of power reserve, the self-winding LF270.01 movement features a Swiss lever escapement and platinum micro-rotor positioned between the mainplate and rotor bridge for enhanced stability and optimal winding power. Meanwhile, the unidirectional ball-bearing system improves resistance to shocks and vibrations.

The sapphire crystal caseback reveals a meticulously decorated movement. The platinum micro-rotor is engraved with a feather motif, echoing the beak-shaped automatic bridge and subtly referencing the theme of lightness. The movement is finished to the highest standards, with over 139 manual finishing operations. The weight bridge, in particular, has been decorated by hand with multiple finishes: the angles are softened then finished with gentian wood and diamantine, while the surface is mirror polished. Rhodium-plated Côtes de Genève on the bridges offers a final flourish of classical refinement.

Louis Moinet
1816 Chronograph

More than two centuries after Louis Moinet invented the world’s first chronograph in 1816, the Maison bearing his name honours this milestone with a contemporary masterpiece. The 1816 Chronograph is a 21^st-century tribute that melds historical reverence with technical sophistication, bridging the past and present in a 40.6mm titanium case of polished and satin-brushed elegance.

The timepiece’s design takes cues from Moinet’s original compteur de tierces, the first chronograph built for astronomical observations. The new version remains faithful to its minimalist roots, featuring a symmetrical tri-counter layout: a small seconds subdial, and a 30-minute instantaneous totaliser at the top, and a 12-hour counter below, all guided by a central blued-steel chronograph hand like a celestial conductor. The bead-blasted rhodium dial is composed of 23 elements, including engraved markings, blued screws, and blackened nickel cabochons, with the fleur-de-lys emblem taking pride of place at 12 o’clock.

The showpiece is driven by the newly developed LM1816 calibre, a hand-wound column-wheel chronograph built in collaboration with high-end watch-movement specialist, Concepto. Comprising 330 components and 34 jewels, this in-house movement includes haute horlogerie elements, such as a swan-neck regulator and instantaneous minute counter. Beating at 28,800 vibrations per hour, it offers a 48-hour power reserve and an open architecture that reveals its intricate mechanical choreography through the caseback. Completing the package is a sculptural titanium bracelet, Louis Moinet’s first, developed to flow seamlessly from the case with bold yet ergonomic links.

Impulsion Titanium Onyx

Louis Moinet’s Impulsion Titanium Onyx is a kinetic spectacle, where centuries of horological mastery collide in a burst of contemporary creativity. A 12-piece limited edition, this showstopper brings together two of the most revered complications in watchmaking: the chronograph and flying tourbillon, displayed in full view on the dial side for the first time in such dramatic fashion.

The 42.5mm titanium model is feather-light on the wrist yet mechanically formidable. Its sculptural case architecture, comprising four separate elements with a deep black core and hollowed-out lugs, amplifies the aesthetic impact, while the curved sapphire crystal invites the wearer into a 3D world of mechanical artistry. Stealing the spotlight is a single pusher chronograph with column-wheel control and a flying tourbillon spinning off-centre over a backdrop of captivating black onyx.

The manually wound in-house Memoris calibre, comprising 301 components, is built on the brand’s proprietary architecture, but forgoes the automatic system in favour of a volte-face, or twin-barrel configuration. This adjustment allows for an impressive 96-hour power reserve, while amplifying the visual impact of the movement’s exposed column wheel and chronograph levers. Each interaction – be it winding, activating the chronograph, or admiring the tourbillon’s spin – feels like a moment of theatre.

Parmigiani Fleurier
Tonda PF Sport Chronograph Ultra-Cermet

Parmigiani Fleurier begins a bold new chapter in watchmaking with the Tonda PF Sport Chronograph Ultra-Cermet – the world’s first chronograph crafted entirely from Cermet, an innovative fusion of ceramic and metal. Perfected over three years of intensive development, this timepiece fuses titanium and ceramic using an exacting selection of ultra-fine powders. The result is a groundbreaking material boasting aerospace-grade strength with a Vickers hardness of 1450. Cermet also offers a distinctively cool, tactile sensation against the skin, which adds a unique sensory dimension to luxury horology.

Beyond its robustness, Cermet’s fine, micro-structured surface reflects light with a soft metallic sheen, creating depth and dramatic tonal shifts that change depending on angle and intensity. Every visible component – the 42.5mm case, fluted bezel, pushers, crown, and pin buckle – is precision-machined and satin-polished to accentuate this luminous effect.

Available in two sharp colourways – cool, confident Milano Blue, and urbane, understated London Grey – each iteration is paired with a matching textured rubber strap for a distinctly sporty yet refined finish. The Tonda PF Sport Chronograph Ultra-Cermet marks a break in the traditional perception of luxury by combining horological heritage with futuristic vision to redefine elegance through material innovation.

The watch’s COSC-certified PF070 movement beats at a high-frequency 5Hz, delivering impeccable chronograph precision. Visible through a sapphire caseback, its skeletonised bridges and 22k rose gold rotor add technical intrigue and visual contrast.

Toric Quantième Perpétuel

While most perpetual calendars lean into visual complexity, Parmigiani Fleurier’s Toric Quantième Perpétuel redefines the category with architectural restraint and quiet clarity. For 2025, this grand complication arrives in two limited editions of just 50 pieces each: one in rose gold with a warm, sun-drenched Golden Hour dial; the other in platinum, dressed in a serene, almost meditative Morning Blue.

Parmigiani Fleurier’s minimalist philosophy manifests through a refined coaxial display. All essential calendar information is grouped across just two counters – month and leap year at 4 o’clock, day and date at 8 – freeing the central dial for clean hour and minute readings alongside the house’s elegant emblem. Hand-grained using a traditional technique, the dial’s surface showcases profound depth and texture that capture light with a soft, tactile brilliance.

Beneath the sapphire caseback, the PF733 manual-winding movement is a vision. Its large rose gold surfaces serve as bridges, arranged in a pure geometric perspective and decorated with the distinctive Côtes de Fleurier decorative finish that contrasts perfectly against the sandblasted mainplate. The twin barrels and regulating organ break the symmetry with intent, adding mechanical tension to visual calm.

Tactility reigns throughout. The knurled bezel, polished to perfection, frames a case with no harsh lines. Even the correctors are set flush against the case side to preserve symmetry. A luxuriously soft, hand-stitched leather strap completes the timepiece.

Each creation tells a story of watchmakers who refuse to acknowledge limitations, who respond to market conservatism with radical innovation, and who continue to prove that in watchmaking, as in art, the most profound expressions often emerge from studios rather than factories.

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