The Jacob & Co. Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon Sapphire Crystal © Vintage Grail
Cover The Jacob & Co. Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon Sapphire Crystal © Vintage Grail

No wrist should be left undecorated this holiday season! Below are luxury timepieces your loved ones would love to receive this Christmas

There was once a time when wristwatches were worn simply for people to know the time of the day in one glance. But as years pass, jewellery brands have evolved and matched the needs of their consumers; accessories are now adorned by high-quality leather, crystals, and all sorts of materials that scream luxury—timepieces have become a status symbol and fashion staple. 

As Christmas draws near, showering yourself or your loved ones with these luxurious accessories is not a bad idea. In this article, Tatler lists some of the most stunning luxury watches that people can't help but adore.

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1. Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Chronograph Piece Unique Ref. 5970/1R-001

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Photo 1 of 4 Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Chronograph Piece Unique Ref. 5970/1R-001 © Vintage Grail
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The exclusive Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Chronograph Piece Unique Ref. 5970/1R-001 is one-of-a-kind. It possesses several features that watch enthusiasts can never find in other Ref. 5970s. It boasts a black dial and a rose gold bracelet that is fit for someone with sophisticated taste in jewellery. The Ref 5970 is the last of the Lemania 2310-based Patek Philippe perpetual calendar chronographs and is considered by Patek Philippe collectors as one of the most important modern timepieces ever made by the watch house.

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2. F.P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance

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F.P. Journe Chronometre a Resonance (Photo: Vintage Grail)
Above F.P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance © Vintage Grail

If you or your loved ones are looking for a watch to wear on a daily basis, the François-Paul Journe Chronomètre à Résonance is an incredible accessory to own. The timepiece is one of a handful of watches in the world that use resonance phenomena to enhance timekeeping accuracy and reliability. 

Initially used in clocks with pendulums, the acoustic resonance helps in achieving incredible timekeeping consistency and accuracy at a level that is hard to match in the world of wristwatches. 

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3. Richard Mille Tourbillon Split-Seconds Chronograph “Kimi Räikkönen” RM50-04

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Richard Mille RM 50-04 Kimi Raikkonen (Photo: Vintage Grail)
Above Richard Mille Tourbillon Split-Seconds Chronograph “Kimi Räikkönen” RM50-04 © Vintage Grail

The Richard Mille Tourbillon Split-Seconds Chronograph “Kimi Räikkönen” RM52- 04 is for the lovers of car racing. The dial is made from grade-5 titanium, while the bezel and case back are constructed in white Quartz TPT, sandwiching a Carbon TPT middle. The combination of these materials gives this piece exceptional resistance to impact of up to 5,000 g’s. At its heart is an extremely technical movement with a split-seconds chronograph tourbillon weighing a mere 7 grams.

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4. Rolex Daytona “Paul Newman” Ref. 6241

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Rolex Daytona Paul Newman 6241 (Photo: VIntage Grail)
Above . Rolex Daytona “Paul Newman” Ref. 6241 © Vintage Grail

Many timepiece enthusiasts know that there are only a handful of watches that are regarded as highly as the Rolex Daytona “Paul Newman” Ref. 6241. Any Paul Newman variant of the Rolex Daytona line is treasured by collectors, but the Ref 6241 Paul Newman is particularly sought-after due to its high-contrast tri-colour dial.

This timepiece was released in 1970 with a short production run of only 3,000 pieces. Out of these numbers, only a few were set with an exotic Paul Newman dial, making this specific variant incredibly rare. 

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5. Jacob & Co. Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon Sapphire Crystal Ref. BU210.80.AA.AA.ABRUA

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Jacob & Co. Bugatti Sapphire Chiron (Photo: Vintage Grail)
Above Jacob & Co. Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon Sapphire Crystal Ref. BU210.80.AA.AA.ABRUA © Vintage Grail

When Jacob & Co envisioned how to produce the wristwatch version of the Bugatti Chiron, the result is nothing short of breathtaking. The Bugatti Chiron, after all, is the most powerful and most exclusive super sports car in history. 

The Jacob & Co Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon is inspired by the flowing lines of the Bugatti engine, with its large sapphire crystal casing offering a view to the inclined tourbillon and the “engine” which comes to life at the press of the button.

Tatler Trivia: The Jacob & Co Bugatti Sapphire Chiron is one of the brand's most exclusive pieces with only seven pieces made.

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6. Vacheron Constantin Overseas Tourbillon Ref. 6000V-110R-B733

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Vacheron Constantin Overseas Tourbillon 6000V-110R-B733 (Photo: Vintage Grail)
Above Vacheron Constantin Overseas Tourbillon Ref. 6000V-110R-B733 © Vintage Grail

No one will be able to put his or her gaze away from the timeless beauty of the Vacheron Constantin Overseas Tourbillon Ref. 6000V-110R-B733. This classic timepiece continues to defy convention by allowing users to see true watchmaking history through retro-styled aesthetics and a striking blue dial. It also comes with interchangeable straps supported by a quick-change system.

Tatler Trivia: The Overseas Tourbillon is the modernised version of the Vacheron Constantin 222. 

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7. Audemars Piguet Royal Oak “Jubilee” Ref. 14802ST.OO.0944ST.01

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Audemars Piguet Extremely Rare Royal Oak Jubilee 14802ST
Above Audemars Piguet Royal Oak “Jubilee” Ref. 14802ST.OO.0944ST.01 © Vintage Grail

Anybody who owns an Audemars Piguet Royal Oak “Jubilee” Ref. 14802ST.OO.0944ST.01 knows that the timepiece is a show-stopper; offered in 1992 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Royal Oak, this variant continues to amaze watch collectors. 

The Jubilee is housed in a 39mm case in the exact same proportions as the original Royal Oak from 1972. While it maintains certain attributes of the vintage Royal Oak, it remains as versatile and as easy to wear as any modern watch. Unique to this edition is a see-through sapphire case back granting a view into its movement. 

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8. Cartier Tank Cintrée Ref. 2718

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Put it on a regular night out or bring it to work every day, there is no wrong way to wear the classic Cartier Tank Cintrée Ref. 2718. The model, which was first released in 2004, is one of the most important and sought-after versions of the Cintreé. It features an iconic elongated design adorned by its 18k yellow gold case, Breguet hands, and large Arabic numerals on the dial.

Tatler Trivia: This model of the Cartier Tank Cintrée is labeled number one out of the 150 pieces the brand has released in 2004.

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9. Rolex GMT-Master II “Pepsi’ Ref. 126710BLRO

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The Rolex GMT-Master II “Pepsi’ Ref. 126710BLRO is one of the most identifiable watches in the world, thanks to the combination of its distinctive red and blue bezel. The timepiece, which was released in 2018, was a departure from the traditional Oyster bracelet. 

10. Longines Vintage Ladies' Watch

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Above Longines Vintage Ladies' Watch © Vintage Grail

Luxury watchmaker Longines has been the go-to of people who want to own classic pieces that surpass the ravages of time. The vintage ladies' timepieces crafted by Longines are light, easy on the eye, and even double as elegant bracelets. 

The Longines Vintage Ladies 14k w Gold Diamonds Watch, for instance, exudes the style, sophistication, and grace of the era when women flaunted dazzling jewellery that took the breath of everyone in the room away. It boasts a delicate white dial enhanced by a solid platinum bracelet set with 110 marquise and round-cut diamonds. 

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