Another week done and dusted, another round up of all the new watch releases in the next Watches Of The Week edition. The week that was featured an exciting assortment of new watches, particularly because LVMH Watch Week was in full effect. I had the pleasure of attending a pre-launch breakfast at Bondi's iconic Icebergs, where I was treated to some wonderful new drops from Zenith, TAG Heuer and Hublot.
Beyond that, we have new watches unveiled from Tiffany & Co., Louis Vuitton and Hermès, along with what could very well be the spectacle of 2025, with Greubel Forsey unveiling its Hand Made 2, some six years since the highly acclaimed Hand Made 1 was introduced.
Have a great week ahead #watchfam.
Greubel Forsey Hand Made 2
Brand: Greubel Forsey
Model: Hand Made 2
Reference: -
Case: 40.90mm x 12.80mm
Case Material: White gold
Water Resistance: 30m
Movement: Hand Made 2
Frequency: 3 Hz
Power Reserve: 72 hours
Price: CHF620,000 (Limited production of 2-3 watches annually)
Greubel Forsey has unveiled its latest creation, the Hand Made 2, a testament to traditional watchmaking craftsmanship. This new watch features a white gold case measuring 40.9mm in diameter and 12.8mm in height, housing a movement that displays hours, minutes, small seconds, and a power reserve indicator. Remarkably, 96% of its 270 components are crafted by hand using traditional tools, excluding only the sapphire crystals, case gaskets, spring bars, mainspring, and most jewels. Each part is manually machined to tolerances of just a few microns, achieving precision comparable to modern CNC machines. The movement is made from hand-frosted German silver, with polished chamfers and all surfaces, even hidden ones, are decorated to the best possible level. The Hand Made 2 is a four-hand watch with hours, minutes, a small seconds counter, and a power reserve indicator. The latter uses a hand-cut conical synthetic ruby and a roller to display the remaining energy of the barrel, which has a total power reserve of 72 hours. The movement exhibits extremely refined decoration, yet a certain subtleness, without unnecessary demonstrations. Each timepiece requires over 5,000 hours of manual labor to manufacture, finish, and assemble, resulting in an annual production of only two to three watches, underscoring its exclusivity. Priced at CHF 620,000, the Hand Made 2 exemplifies the pinnacle of haute horology, appealing to connoisseurs seeking unparalleled craftsmanship in a new watch.
TAG Heuer Carrera Glassbox Purple Editions
TAG Heuer has expanded its Carrera Glassbox collection with two new watches featuring gradient purple dials, unveiled during LVMH Watch Week 2025. The first model retains the classic 39mm stainless steel case with angular lugs, pump-style pushers, and a prominent domed sapphire crystal. Its sunray-brushed dial transitions from deep black at the edges to a rich purple at the centre, complemented by recessed black chronograph counters with a concentric pattern. Rhodium-plated markers and white accents enhance legibility, while the date is positioned at 6 o'clock. This new watch is powered by the automatic Calibre TH20-00, an updated version of the Heuer 02 movement, offering an 80-hour power reserve and visible through the exhibition caseback. The second model mirrors this design but incorporates a tourbillon complication within a slightly larger 42mm steel case. .
New Ceramic Colours For The Hublot Spirit of Big Bang Chronograph
Hublot has expanded its Spirit of Big Bang Chronograph collection with three new watches, each featuring a 42mm case crafted from micro-blasted and polished ceramic in distinctive Sand Beige, Dark Green, and Sky Blue hues. These new watches showcase skeletonised dials that reveal the intricate workings of the automatic HUB4700 movement, a modified version of the high-frequency Zenith El Primero, offering a 50-hour power reserve. The design includes chronograph counters at 3 and 6 o'clock, a running seconds sub-dial at 9 o'clock, and a date display at 4:30. Complementing the vibrant cases, each new watch comes with a black rubber strap featuring a central inlay matching the case coloUr. Limited to 200 pieces per coloUr, these timepieces are water-resistant up to 100 meters and are available at Hublot boutiques and authorised retailers for CHF24,900.
Zenith Chronomaster Sport Rainbow In White Gold
Brand: Zenith
Model: Chronomaster Sport Rainbow White Gold
Reference: 45.3104.3600/21.M3100
Case: 41mm x 13.60mm
Case Material: White gold
Water Resistance: 100m
Movement: El Primero 3600
Frequency: 5 Hz
Power Reserve: 60 hours
Price: USD112,100
Zenith has introduced a new watch, the Chronomaster Sport Rainbow in white gold, enhancing its Chronomaster Sport line with a vibrant and luxurious design. This 41mm timepiece features a white gold case adorned with a spectrum of 40 baguette-cut sapphires (~3.9 carats) and 10 baguette-cut diamonds (~1 carat) serving as second markers. The black lacquered dial is embellished with additional baguette-cut sapphires and showcases Zenith's signature tri-colour overlapping chronograph counters. Powering this new watch is the El Primero 3600 movement, renowned for its high-frequency 5Hz operation and a 60-hour power reserve, enabling precise 1/10th of a second chronograph functionality. Complemented by a three-link white gold bracelet with a secure folding clasp, this exclusive timepiece is available solely through Zenith's boutiques and online store, priced at USD112,100.
Hermès Arceau Petite Lune Now In A Blue Lacquered Version
Brand: Hermès
Model: Arceau Petite Lune
Reference: -
Case: 38mm
Case Material: Stainless steel
Water Resistance: 30m
Movement: Calibre H1837
Frequency: 4 Hz
Power Reserve: 42 hours
Price: To be confirmed
Hermès has unveiled its latest addition to the Arceau collection, the Arceau Petite Lune Gradient Blue Lacquered Edition 2025, a new watch that exemplifies the brand's signature blend of elegance and craftsmanship. Designed by Henri d’Origny in 1978, the Arceau's iconic asymmetrical stirrup-shaped lugs and slanted Arabic numerals are retained in this 38mm stainless steel case. The bezel is adorned with 99 brilliant-cut diamonds arranged asymmetrically from 8 to 2 o'clock, forming a crescent that evokes an eclipse. The dial features a gradient blue lacquered finish with a crescent-shaped recess set with 15 diminishing diamonds, creating a chiaroscuro effect. At 10:30, a crescent-shaped moon phase aperture reveals a dark blue, star-studded sky, tracking the lunar cycle. Powered by the automatic H1837 movement, developed in collaboration with Vaucher Manufacture, this new watch offers a 42-hour power reserve.
Louis Vuitton Tambour Convergence
Louis Vuitton has introduced the Tambour Convergence, a new watch that marks a departure from its typical design language. Drawing inspiration from traditional "digital" pocket watches, this timepiece features a 37mm case and displays hours and minutes through rotating discs visible in two apertures at the top of the dial. The Tambour Convergence is powered by the newly developed in-house calibre LFT MA01.01, part of a movement family that will underpin Louis Vuitton's future timepieces. Available in 18k pink gold with a polished finish or in platinum adorned with 795 snow-set diamonds totalling 1.71 carats, this new watch showcases Louis Vuitton's commitment to refined aesthetics and mechanical innovation.
Zenith Defy Skyline Chronograph Skeleton
Zenith has expanded its Defy Skyline collection with the introduction of the Defy Skyline Chronograph Skeleton, a new watch that combines the brand's signature high-frequency chronograph movement with a striking open-worked design. This 42mm stainless steel timepiece features an octagonal case topped by a 12-sided bezel, maintaining the distinctive geometry of the Defy line. The skeletonised dial forms a star motif, a nod to Zenith's emblem, and is available in black or blue finishes. Powered by the El Primero 3600 calibre, this new watch boasts a 1/10th of a second chronograph function, with the central seconds hand completing a full revolution every 10 seconds. The movement operates at a frequency of 36,000 beats per hour and offers a 60-hour power reserve. Accompanied by an integrated steel bracelet and an additional colour-matched rubber strap, the Defy Skyline Chronograph Skeleton is priced at USD15,500.
TAG Heuer Carrera Chronosprint x Porsche Rallye
TAG Heuer has unveiled the Carrera Chronosprint x Porsche Rallye, a new watch that enhances its Carrera lineup through a collaboration with Porsche. This 42mm timepiece is available in stainless steel and 18k yellow gold, featuring a black dial inspired by the dashboard of the 1965 Porsche 911, complete with the classic "Carrera" emblem at 12 o'clock. A standout feature of this new watch is the "Chronosprint" function, powered by the in-house TH20-08 calibre, which accelerates the central seconds hand for the first 15 seconds of each minute before resuming a standard pace, mirroring the acceleration profile of the vintage 911. The design includes a red scale on the dial's flange extending to 8.4 seconds, representing the time it took the 1965 Porsche 911 to reach 100 km/h during the Monte Carlo Rally. With an 80-hour power reserve and water resistance up to 100 meters, the Carrera Chronosprint x Porsche Rallye is priced at USD10,250 for the steel version and USD24,600 for the gold variant.
Tiffany & Co. Bird On A Flying Tourbillon
Brand: Tiffany & Co.
Model: Bird On A Flying Tourbillon
Reference: 74863264
Case: 39mm x 11mm
Case Material: White gold
Water Resistance: 30m
Movement: Calibre AFT24T01
Frequency: 3 Hz
Power Reserve: 50 hours
Price: USD295,000 (Limited to 25 pieces)
Tiffany & Co. has unveiled the Bird on a Flying Tourbillon, a new watch that marks its reentry into high-end watchmaking under LVMH's ownership. This 39mm timepiece features an 18k white gold case adorned with approximately 4 carats of diamonds. The dial showcases a pair of diamond-set gold birds in flight against a backdrop of turquoise marquetry clouds, creating a three-dimensional effect. At the 7 o'clock position, a flying tourbillon is prominently displayed, powered by the AFT24T01 calibre developed in collaboration with independent watchmaker Artime.
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