The Admiral 45 Tourbillon Openworked is a bold expression of modern haute horlogerie, combining cutting-edge materials with a striking openworked design. Crafted for those who appreciate technical mastery and unique aesthetics, this timepiece represents a daring fusion of performance and luxury.
At its heart beats the automatic CO 298 caliber, featuring a flying tourbillon, hour and minute display, power reserve indicator, and a distinctive 3-minute counter—all housed within a skeletonized movement architecture. With a power reserve of 72 hours, 37 jewels, and operating at 21,600 vibrations per hour (3 Hz), it delivers both precision and visual spectacle.
The 45 mm case, made from carbon infused with gold inclusions, offers a lightweight yet robust structure. Its 13.4 mm thickness and 100-meter water resistance (10 ATM) ensure practicality without compromising on elegance.
The black brass dial features skeletonized Dauphine-style hands, coated in black Super-LumiNova® with 5N gold-toned accents, enhancing legibility and style. Matching 5N gold-toned brass flange indexes underline the luxury details.
Paired with a black vulcanized rubber and calfskin leather strap, the watch ensures comfort and durability, secured with a triple-blade titanium folding clasp treated with black PVD for a sleek finish.
Roger Dubuis Knights of the Round Table – The Omniscient Merlin – DBEX1094
The Roger Dubuis Knights of the Round Table – The Omniscient Merlin – DBEX1094 is a stunning 45mm tribute to Arthurian legend, brought to life through exceptional craftsmanship and bold design. Encased in solid 18K pink gold (750/1000), the timepiece features a sapphire crystal with antireflective coating and a transparent case back, offering a full view of the intricate movement within. A pink gold bezel with a sapphire crystal ring and matching crown complete this noble construction.
The dial is a masterpiece of three-dimensional art and storytelling. It features 12 individually micro-sculpted pink gold knights, each approximately 6mm tall and uniquely crafted to represent the legendary guardians of the Round Table. Surrounding them are 56 hand-assembled blocks composed of pink gold, glass, and basalt—the very stone found at the legendary Giant’s Causeway in Northern Ireland. These blocks, ranging from 0.2mm to 3.7mm in size, are positioned at oblique angles to create a dynamic sense of movement and depth, further emphasizing the mystical setting.
The watch is paired with a black calf leather strap, reflecting Roger Dubuis’ commitment to non-exotic materials. The strap is sculpted to match the bold contours of the case and movement, and is equipped with a Quick Release System for easy interchangeability. The triple folding clasp, also made from 18K pink gold, ensures both security and elegance.
With a water resistance of 3 bar (30 meters), the DBEX1094 is not only a marvel of fine watchmaking but also a wearable tribute to one of history’s most enduring legends. It embodies the mystical power of Merlin the Omniscient, merging fantasy and haute horlogerie into an extraordinary timepiece.
Hublot Big Bang Meca-10 King Gold 45
Hublot has engineered a new watchmaking construction to uniquely and innovatively display its extraordinary power reserve. In this design, traditional platinum is replaced by long bridges fixed on either side of a ring serving as the movement’s base. This original approach, combined with skeletonized components, gives the Manufacture HUB1201 caliber a tri-dimensional effect and striking depth, visible from the side of the case or underneath.
Hublot, renowned for its mastery of fusion and precious metal alchemy, has developed a new gold color with a warmer hue than traditional 5N 18K gold. This exclusive King Gold alloy, which primarily contains platinum, is ideal for polishing and satin finishing.
The watch case measures 45 mm in size and is made from microblasted 18K King Gold. The bezel is also crafted from microblasted 18K King Gold and secured with six H-shaped titanium screws. The watch offers water resistance up to 100 meters or 10 ATM. The sapphire crystal features an anti-reflective treatment for enhanced clarity.
The dial is a matte black skeleton design, showcasing the intricate mechanics within. The movement is the HUB1201 Manufacture manual-winding skeleton power reserve movement, offering an impressive 10-day power reserve.
The strap is made from black structured lined rubber, providing both comfort and durability. The clasp is a deployant buckle made from 18K King Gold and black-plated titanium, ensuring a secure and stylish fit.
The Nautilus Haute Joaillerie appears in a new rose gold version, entirely paved with diamonds snow-set on the case, bezel and bracelet. On the dial, the rows of stones are set in the small raised wave pattern typical of the Ladies’ Nautilus collection. To ensure perfect readability, this watch is fitted with luminescent-coated hands, applied hour-markers and Arabic numerals. The rose gold case houses a self-winding caliber visible through a transparent sapphire crystal case-back. The new Nautilus Haute Joaillerie sparkles with the fire of 2,364 brilliant-cut internally flawless Top Wesselton (11.63 cts).
Patek Philippe presents a new ladies’ Nautilus jewelry version in which rose gold harmonizes distinctively with the luster of spessartite gems.
The octagonal bezel is set with a row of 68 spessartite baguettes that feature a double color gradation from cognac at 12 and 6 o’clock to champagne at 9 and 3 o’clock. The dial has hour markers made of ogive-shaped spessartite baguettes in cognac hues. This dynamic aspect endows this precious creation with a decidedly modern touch.
With the undulating pattern that is typical for Nautilus ladies’ watches, the dial assures excellent legibility. This requirement applies to all Patek Philippe watches, even gem-set models.
With the rounded octagonal shape of its bezel, the ingenious porthole construction of its case, and its horizontally embossed dial, the Nautilus has epitomized the elegant sports watch since 1976. Forty years later, it comprises a splendid collection of models for men and women. In steel, rose gold, white gold or two-tone combinations they accompany the most active lifestyles with incomparable class