Hermès Slim d’Hermès GM Manufacture SKU: 041759WW00
This elegant timepiece combines slender design with refined craftsmanship. The 39.5 mm stainless steel case houses a silvered opaline dial with black Arabic numerals, a sunburst chapter ring, and a snailed small-seconds counter at 6 o’clock, all framed by anti-glare sapphire crystal front and back. Powering it is Hermès’ in-house ultra-thin automatic calibre H1950, with a micro-rotor, 160 components, 29 jewels, operating at 3 Hz, and offering around 48-hour power reserve. The watch is paired with a matt black alligator wrap-around strap and secured by a 316L steel pin buckle. Water resistance is up to 3 bar.
Patek Philippe Grand Complications Automatic – 6159G-001
The Patek Philippe 6159G-001 from the prestigious Grand Complications collection is a masterclass in haute horlogerie. Designed for men who appreciate exceptional craftsmanship, this timepiece features a self-winding automatic movement housed in a sophisticated 39.5 mm white gold case.
Its deep black dial offers a striking contrast, protected by a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. The watch is complemented by a durable composite strap and a secure deployant clasp, ensuring both comfort and elegance.
With a water resistance of up to 3 ATM, this model balances complexity with practicality. As part of Patek Philippe’s revered Grand Complications line, the 6159G-001 showcases the brand’s dedication to technical excellence and timeless design.
Jewelry meets time in radiant gold
This refined small model features a 750/1000 yellow gold case, fully set with 227 brilliant-cut diamonds (2.25 carats), and is powered by a quartz movement.
Its mother-of-pearl dial is framed under sapphire crystal, with gladius-shaped hands finished in yellow gold. The pearly crown is adorned with an additional diamond (0.08 carats), adding a final touch of sparkle.
The watch is paired with a black alligator leather strap featuring a painted lacquer effect and a 750/1000 yellow gold ardillon buckle.
Case dimensions: 31.4 × 23.1 mm
Thickness: 6.9 mm
Water resistance: Up to 30 meters
A timepiece like jewelry
The iconic Baignoire de Cartier, now in a Small version (31.4 × 23.1 mm), entirely crafted in 750/1000 yellow gold.
Its oval case houses a quartz movement, with a silver dial, blued gladius-shaped hands, and sapphire crystal. The crown is adorned with a sapphire cabochon, and the rigid bracelet is also made of 750/1000 yellow gold.
Thickness: 6.9 mm. Water-resistant up to 30 meters.
The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon Openworked is a luxurious timepiece that epitomizes the pinnacle of horological craftsmanship. This 41 mm watch is a groundbreaking creation, introducing sand gold, a new 18-carat gold alloy that shifts between white and pink gold, offering an ever-changing aesthetic that plays with light and perspective. This unique alloy enhances the watch’s visual appeal, making it a masterpiece of both technical innovation and design.
The case of the Royal Oak Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon Openworked is crafted from the newly developed 18-carat sand gold, which subtly shifts in tone depending on the light and angle. The sapphire crystal and caseback are glareproofed, ensuring a clear view of both the dial and the intricate movement within.
The dial of the watch is a showcase of sophistication, featuring a sand gold-toned inner bezel that complements the white gold hour markers and hands. The luminescent coating on the hands ensures readability in low light, while the openworked design offers a captivating view of the complex movement.
The bracelet is made from the same 18-carat sand gold as the case, creating a seamless and luxurious continuity in design. It is secured with an AP folding clasp, offering both elegance and security.
The Royal Oak Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon Openworked is powered by the Calibre 2972, a selfwinding movement that is a marvel of modern horology. The movement is composed of 271 individual parts and includes a flying tourbillon, a feature that eliminates the need for an upper bridge, allowing for an unobstructed view of the tourbillon as it spins. The movement’s meticulous craftsmanship is evident in its sand gold-toned and rhodium-toned hues, which are visible through the openworked design. With a power reserve of 65 hours, this watch is as reliable as it is beautiful.
The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon Openworked 41 mm in sand gold is a remarkable timepiece that combines avant-garde materials with traditional Swiss watchmaking excellence. Its unique sand gold alloy, openworked movement, and flying tourbillon make it a standout piece in any collection, offering a perfect blend of innovation, craftsmanship, and timeless style.
Patek Philippe revisits the sporty style of the Aquanaut chronograph in a rose gold version, paired with a sunburst brown dial featuring a black-gradient rim and matching composite strap.
The original design of the case (water-resistant to 30 m) and the bezel is highlighted by the alternating polished and satin-brushed finishes.
The self-winding flyback chronograph movement combines tradition (column wheel drive) with innovation (vertical disk clutch). Since the clutch causes almost no wear, the central chronograph seconds hand can also be used to display the seconds continuously.
Patek Philippe is reasserting the „contemporary casual chic” spirit of the Aquanaut flyback chronograph with the first white gold version of this self-winding model, combined with a bold khaki-green color for the dial and matching composite strap. Water-resistant to 30 m, the case is enhanced by polished and satin finishes. The 60-minute counter at 6 o’clock picks up the rounded octagonal shape of the bezel. The patented fold-over clasp is secured by four independent catches.
Patek Philippe is reasserting the „contemporary casual chic” spirit of the Aquanaut flyback chronograph with the first white gold version of this self-winding model, combined with an elegant midnight blue color for the dial and matching composite strap. The dial is enlivened by a black-gradient rim. Water-resistant to 30 m, the case is enhanced by polished and satin finishes. The 60-minute counter at 6 o’clock picks up the rounded octagonal shape of the bezel. The patented fold-over clasp is secured by four independent catches.
The sporty and very contemporary Aquanaut collection welcomes its first chronograph – a complication that perfectly matches the character of this youthful and dynamic timepiece line. Endowed with a self-winding flyback chronograph movement, the Reference 5968 also stands out with remarkable aesthetic appeal, typified by orange chronograph displays contrasting against the black dial. It comes with two straps: one orange, one black, in an ultra-resistant composite material.
Blancpain, founded in 1735 by Jean-Jacques Blancpain, respects the know-how and traditions of fine watchmaking. The company is constantly innovating, incorporating modern technologies into each of its creations. Its iconic collections, such as the Villeret and Fifty Fathoms, include sumptuous complications: perpetual calendars, carrousels, chronographs, tourbillons and minute repeaters. Discover Blancpain watches at MAIER in Lyon.