Cover Calatrava Ref 6007A-001 by Patek Philippe (Image: Jean-Daniel Meyer)
Calatrava Ref 6007A-001 by Patek Philippe (Image: Jean-Daniel Meyer)
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From Franck Muller's Skeleton Swiss Limited Edition to MB&F's "Destination Moon" rocket clock, here're the best luxury timepieces to collect right now
Above Vanguard Skeleton Swiss Limited Edition by Franck Muller (Photo: Courtesy of Franck Muller)
Vanguard Skeleton Swiss Limited Edition by Franck Muller (Photo: Courtesy of Franck Muller)
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1. Franck Muller
Franck Muller’s latest wristwatch celebrates Switzerland, the watchmaker’s home country. Limited to just 50 pieces, this ticker’s open-worked movement comes in bright red and is housed in a hand-polished titanium case complete with white enamel coating. Wear with a white alligator strap.
(Related: Asia Gets Exclusive Versions of the Franck Muller Cintree Curvex Master Banker)
Above Regent Arqaam by Backes & Strauss (Image: Backes & Strauss)
Above Image: Backes & Strauss
Regent Arqaam by Backes & Strauss (Image: Backes & Strauss)
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2. Backes & Strauss
Backes & Strauss has collaborated with London-based bespoke watch specialist Splendore Unique to reimagine the iconic oval-shaped Regent Backes & Strauss timepieces. Arabic-Hindi numerals have been applied using a décalque technique, which requires artisans to hand-paint them by tracing. Choose from five colours: British Racing Green, Backes Blue, Red, Burgundy or Black. Well, if you can get your hands on one. Each colour is limited to just 10 pieces.
Above Calatrava Ref 6007A-001 by Patek Philippe (Photo: Jean-Daniel Meyer)
Calatrava Ref 6007A-001 by Patek Philippe (Photo: Jean-Daniel Meyer)
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3. Patek Philippe
Congratulations to Patek Philippe, which announced the opening of its new ten-storey manufacturing facility this summer. To celebrate, Patek has launched a limited-edition stainless-steel Calatrava, referencing the symbol of the 12th-century Calatrava Knights of Spain and Portugal, which retails for US$28,351. The commemorative 40 mm timepiece is made from stainless steel (not unlike the new manufacture) and comes with a beautiful blue dial that features a carbon-style texture. Only 1,000 pieces will be made, so get yours—quick.
(Related: Introducing The First Patek Philippe Watch In 2020: A Rare Calatrava In Stainless Steel)
Above Destination Moon by MB&F (Photo: Courtesy of MB&F)
Destination Moon by MB&F (Photo: Courtesy of MB&F)
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4. MB&F
When MB&F’s Maximilian Büsser and L’Epée 1839’s Arnaud Nicolas announced they were joining forces, nobody could have anticipated the resulting timepiece: Destination Moon. This rocket-shaped artwork doubles as a clock, and comes with a fun spaceman made from silver, which magnetically attaches to the spaceship’s boarding ladder. Available in four limited editions of 50 pieces each: choose from black-, green-, blue- or silver-coloured engines. To infinity, and beyond.
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Annie is the executive editor of Tatler Asia’s fashion, beauty and watches and jewellery content. Before moving to Hong Kong she lived among the palm-shaped islands of Dubai, where she wrote about all things luxury and first discovered her interest in high jewellery and haute horology. Follow her @itsanniedarling.
