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Watches Of The Week: 09/06/2025 - 15/06/2025

It's been several months sans a Watches Of The Week round up, but here we are again back at it with another edition featuring the most notable new watch releases and drops of the past week.


The week that was was highlighted by a range of new watches, including collection updates from Tudor, Breitling and Blancpain, along with a brand new piece from Kollokium, with MB&F and Konstantin Chaykin rounding off the eventful week.


Happy reading and have a fantastic week ahead.



Tudor Black Bay 54 Lagoon Blue






  • Brand: Tudor

  • Model: Black Bay 54 Lagoon Blue

  • Reference: 79000-0001

  • Case: 37mm x 11.24mm

  • Case Material: Stainless steel

  • Water Resistance: 200m

  • Movement: MT5400

  • Frequency: 4 Hz

  • Power Reserve: 70 hours

  • Price: AUD6,300


Tudor's latest addition to its lineup of new watches, the Black Bay 54 Lagoon Blue infuses a vibrant, beach-inspired aesthetic into its vintage-styled dive watch series. This new watch maintains the compact 37mm stainless steel case and robust 200m water resistance of its predecessor, while introducing a textured, sand-like turquoise dial and a polished steel bezel insert that evoke a relaxed, summery vibe. Complemented by a Jubilee-style five-link bracelet featuring Tudor's T-fit micro-adjust clasp, the design balances elegance and functionality. Powering the watch is the COSC-certified MT5400 movement, offering a 70-hour power reserve and precise timekeeping within Tudor's stringent -2/+4 seconds per day standard. Priced at AUD6,300 the Black Bay 54 Lagoon Blue stands out among new watches for its blend of vintage charm and contemporary flair, appealing to a broad audience seeking a stylish yet capable timepiece .


MB&F HM8 Mark 2 Purple






  • Brand: MB&F

  • Model: HM8 Mark 2 Purple

  • Reference: -

  • Case: 47mm x 19mm

  • Case Material: CarbonMacrolon; Titanium

  • Water Resistance: 30m

  • Movement: -

  • Frequency: 4 Hz

  • Power Reserve: 42 hours

  • Price: USD88,000 (Limited to 33 pieces)


MB&F has unveiled a striking new watch: the HM8 Mark 2 in a vibrant purple limited edition, continuing its tradition of bold, automotive-inspired designs. This latest addition to their series of new watches features shimmering body panels achieved through metallic pigments akin to those used in high-end automotive paints. The watch maintains its signature 47mm titanium and CarbonMacrolon® case, housing a complex mechanical movement with a unique time display system that projects hours and minutes vertically via sapphire crystal prisms. Limited to just 33 pieces, this new watch exemplifies MB&F's commitment to blending avant-garde aesthetics with innovative horology. 


Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Automatique 38mm






Blancpain has introduced two new Fifty Fathoms Automatique models in a newly designed 38mm case - marking the first time the iconic diver’s watch has been reimagined in this more compact size. Rather than simply scaling down, the brand has carefully reworked the proportions to ensure balance and harmony, specifically tailoring the design to suit slimmer wrists while retaining the powerful presence of the original. These new watches are a tribute to women’s contributions to ocean exploration and conservation, particularly through initiatives like the Female Fifty Fathoms Award and the Ocean Photographer of the Year competition, which celebrate female artistry and environmental commitment. The two models are distinct in both material and tone: one features a smoky black dégradé mother-of-pearl dial in a polished 18k red gold case with matching black strap options (tropic rubber, sailcloth, or NATO), while the other exudes playful charm with a petal pink dégradé mother-of-pearl dial set in a brushed titanium case and paired with a sporty white strap adorned with pink stripes. Both are powered by Blancpain’s automatic calibre 1153, offering a 100-hour power reserve and equipped with a silicon balance spring, all while maintaining the Fifty Fathoms’ hallmark features like a domed sapphire unidirectional bezel and 300 meters of water resistance. These models are not limited editions and signal a significant new chapter for the Fifty Fathoms line, expanding its reach and celebrating the adventurous, creative spirit of women who connect deeply with the sea.


Kollokium Projekt 01 Variant “F”






  • Brand: Kollokium

  • Model: Projekt 01 Variant "F"

  • Reference: -

  • Case: 40mm x 11.95mm

  • Case Material: Stainless steel

  • Water Resistance: 50m

  • Movement: La Joux-Perret G101

  • Frequency: 4 Hz

  • Power Reserve: 68 hours

  • Price: CHF3,666.66 (Limited to 399 pieces)


Kollokium has unveiled its latest new watch, the Projekt 01 Variant F, a limited edition of 399 pieces that pushes the boundaries of luminescent design. This new watch features a 40mm die-cast steel case with an increased water resistance of 50 meters and a slightly taller box-shaped crystal to accommodate the intricate dial. The dial itself is adorned with 488 hand-applied violet Lichtblock lume elements of varying sizes and heights, clustered around even-numbered hour markers to enhance legibility. These semi-translucent, hybrid ceramic-polymer pins glow vividly from all angles, creating a striking visual effect in low light. Powered by the La Joux-Perret G101 automatic movement, the Variant F offers a 68-hour power reserve, combining aesthetic innovation with reliable performance. As part of Kollokium's series of new watches, the Variant F stands out for its avant-garde approach to watchmaking, blending brutalist design with cutting-edge luminescence. 


Konstantin Chaykin Joker Iron Mask and Golden Mask






  • Brand: Konstantin Chaykin

  • Model: Joker Iron Mask; Joker Golden Mask

  • Reference: -

  • Case: 40mm x 12.78mm

  • Case Material: Stainless steel

  • Water Resistance: -

  • Movement: K.09-1

  • Frequency: 4 Hz

  • Power Reserve: 68 hours

  • Price: CHF40,800 (Limited production to 100 pieces per year)


Independent watchmaker Konstantin Chaykin has expanded his whimsical Wristmons collection with two new watches: the Joker Iron Mask and Joker Golden Mask. These timepieces reinterpret the original Joker design through skeletonised dials that blend theatrical flair with traditional watchmaking craftsmanship. Both models feature a 40mm stainless steel case, dual crowns, a domed sapphire crystal, and a flat sapphire caseback. The expressive dial showcases rotating discs for hours and minutes, resembling eyes, with a red-tipped hand indicating the day of the week along a curved aperture. Decorative bridges shaped like eyebrows and a ruby-set “nose” enhance the mask-like appearance; the Golden Mask features gold-plated bridges, while the Iron Mask has rhodium-plated ones. Powered by the calibre K.09-1, based on La Joux-Perret’s G200 automatic movement, these new watches offer a 68-hour power reserve and a skeletonized rotor matching each watch's color theme. Completing the design, both models are paired with black alligator straps and steel buckles crafted by Chaykin. These new watches exemplify Chaykin's innovative approach to horology, merging artistic expression with mechanical excellence. 


Breitling's New Superocean Heritage Models






Breitling has introduced a new generation of its Superocean Heritage collection, unveiling a series of new watches that blend vintage-inspired design with contemporary refinements. This updated lineup includes time-only models in 36mm, 40mm, 42mm, and 44mm sizes, as well as a 42mm chronograph, catering to a diverse range of wrist sizes and preferences. Notably, the previously available 46mm size has been discontinued, reflecting a shift towards more wearable dimensions. The new watches feature sunray-finished dials in colours such as black, dark green, dark blue, and mint green, complemented by ceramic bezel inserts and tapered Super-LumiNova-filled indices. Enhancements extend to the bracelets, with thinner stainless steel mesh options and dial-coloured textured rubber straps, both equipped with folding butterfly-style clasps that conform to the case shape for improved comfort and aesthetics. The 36mm models are powered by the COSC-certified Caliber 10 movement, offering a 42-hour power reserve, while the larger models house the B31 automatic movement with a 78-hour power reserve. With these new watches, Breitling continues to honor its dive watch heritage while embracing modern trends and technological advancements. 

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