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A perennial favourite, the chronograph watch has never been more coveted than now
The story of the chronograph is one of daring feats and adventure, as it frequently accompanies explorers, aviators, and athletes as they go after one remarkable achievement after another. The chronograph's multifaceted nature, transcending simple timekeeping to encompass stopwatch functionality, has imbued it with a distinct allure.
One never ever encounters a lack of chronograph options year after year, particularly in 2024. With such a rich variety available, we’ve distilled the list down to seven that should be on your radar right now.
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Bell & Ross BR 05 Chrono
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Bell & Ross BR 05 Chrono grey steel and gold
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The perfect urban timepiece, the grey ruthenium dial makes for a sleek pairing with the gold and steel. The automatic chronograph is available with a two-toned integrated bracelet or a black rubber strap.
Specifications
Case: 42mm satin-finished and polished steel and 18-karat rose gold; Movement: BR-CAL.326 self-winding chronograph; Dial: Ruthenium with sunray finish; Strap: Steel and gold bracelet or black rubber with folding clasp
Bremont Terra Nova 42.5 Chronograph
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Bremont Terra Nova 42.5 Chronograph
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With a bi-directional ceramic bezel and a closed caseback decorated with the globe, Bremont's latest chronograph is an instrument made for border-crossing adventures.
Specifications
Case: 42.5mm 904L stainless steel case; Movement: Automatic; Dial: Black with block numerals; Strap: Steel bracelet, rubber or woven fabric
Tudor Pelagos FXD Chrono Cycling Edition
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Tudor Pelagos FXD Chrono Cycling Edition
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Engineered for the Tudor Pro-Cycling Team, the lightweight watch comes with a tachymeter scale designed for cyclists.
Specifications
Case: 43mm matt-finished carbon composite; Movement: Self-winding Caliber MT583, COSC-certified; Dial: Matt black with red accents; Strap: Technical fabric
Zenith Defy Skyline Chronograph
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Zenith Defy Skyline Chronograph
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Endowed with the El Primero movement with 1/10th of a second chronograph function for unparalleled precision, the the Defy Skyline collection finally welcomed a chronograph into its fold.
Specifications
Case: 42mm stainless steel; Movement: El Primero 3600 automatic; Dial: Sunray-patterned in blue; Strap: Steel bracelet or rubber with folding clasp
Tag Heuer Carrera Chronograph
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Tag Heuer Carrera Chronograph
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Inspired by Jack Heuer’s 7753 SN design—the first-generation Heuer Carrera model— the latest iteration comes with black azure counters against a silver dial for a classic chronograph look.
Specifications
Case: 39mm steel; Movement: Self-winding Heuer 2 with new shield-shaped rotor; Dial: Silver sunray brushed; Strap: Steel bracelet with folding clasp with double safety push buttons
IWC Schaffhausen Portugieser Chronograph
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IWC Portugieser Chronograph with dune dial
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This elegant Portugieser chronograph features the sandy dune shade, one of the season's hottest colours.
Specifications
Case: 41mm stainless steel; Movement: Automatic calibre 69355; Dial: Dune with matching gold-plated hands and appliques; Strap: Alligator leather with butterfly clasp
Norqain Freedom 60 Chrono
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Norqain Freedom 60 Chrono
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The latest Norqain chronograph is enlivened with a fresh new dial in blue—just in time for the summer holidays.
Specifications
Case: 40mm stainless steel; Movement: Automatic calibre N19; Dial: Sunray-finished Sky Blue; Strap: Steel bracelet, black Perlon rubber or Nortide linen made from upcycled plastic retrieved from the ocean
Brian Cheong leads the watch (Tatler GMT) and jewellery content at Tatler Malaysia, combining sharp editorial insight with years of luxury lifestyle experience. A seasoned journalist in luxury watches based in Kuala Lumpur, Brian had previously helmed World of Watches, Men's Folio and Prestige Malaysia.
