top of page

Watches Of The Week: 30/06/2025 - 06/07/2025

Another week has come and gone in what feels like a blink of an eye, which means another round up of all the latest watch related news and drops in the news Watches Of The Week edition. In this week's instalment, I'll be highlighting a range of new watches from the likes of Tudor, Greubel Forsey, Chopard and Zenith.


Enjoy the read and have a great week ahead.



Greubel Forsey Balancier Contemporain 






  • Brand: Greubel Forsey

  • Model: Balancier Contempoarin

  • Reference: -

  • Case: 39.60mm x 12.25mm

  • Case Material: Stainless steel

  • Water Resistance: 30m

  • Calibre: Balancier Contemporain

  • Frequency: 3 Hz

  • Power Reserve: 70 hours

  • Price: CHF220,000 (Limited to 33 pieces)


Greubel Forsey concludes the chapter on its Balancier Contemporain with a limited Final Edition in stainless steel, marking the end of its smallest timepiece line. Introduced in 2019, the Balancier Contemporain was notable for its 39.6 mm diameter, a departure from the brand's traditionally larger models . The Final Edition, limited to 33 pieces, features a blue dial and a multi-level German silver movement with a terraced layout, showcasing the escapement, balance bridge, and time display on separate planes . The watch includes an oversized 12.6 mm in-house balance wheel with six white gold timing screws and an overcoil hairspring, enhancing its chronometric performance . Additional features comprise a power reserve indicator, a hack-lever for precise time-setting, and a black-polished white gold plate beneath the balance that reflects the movement's intricate details . This release not only signifies the retirement of the Balancier Contemporain line but also underscores Greubel Forsey's commitment to refining mid-sized watches, as seen in their recent models like the Nano Foudroyante EWT .


Louis Erard x Konstantin Chaykin Time Eater Tourbillon






  • Brand: Louis Erard x Konstantin Chaykin

  • Model: Time Eater Tourbillon

  • Reference: 89241AA9x

  • Case: 42mm x 12.65mm

  • Case Material: Stainless steel

  • Water Resistance: 50m

  • Calibre: BCP T02

  • Frequency: 3 Hz

  • Power Reserve: 100 hours

  • Price: CH19,900 (Limited to 106 pieces)


Louis Erard and Russian independent watchmaker Konstantin Chaykin have unveiled the Time Eater Tourbillon, marking the grand finale of their whimsical "Time Eater" series. This latest iteration retains the signature "cyclops" regulator dial inspired by Chaykin's Wristmon series, featuring a rolling eye at 12 o'clock and a toothy mouth at 6 o'clock. However, the mouth now houses a one-minute tourbillon, with the seconds hand fashioned as a tongue mounted on the tourbillon carriage, adding a dynamic element to the design. The watch is powered by the manually wound BCP T02 movement, offering a 100-hour power reserve and operating at 21,600 beats per hour. Encased in polished steel, it measures 42 mm in diameter and 12.65 mm in thickness, slightly bulkier than its predecessors due to the added complication. Two limited editions are available: a green-accented version limited to 78 pieces, sold through Louis Erard and its retailers, and a blue-accented version limited to 28 pieces, available exclusively at Chaykin's Moscow boutique. Priced at CHF19,900, the Time Eater Tourbillon offers a relatively accessible entry point into the world of Swiss tourbillon watches, blending playful design with horological sophistication.


Biver Minute Repeater Carillon Tourbillon Signature Series






  • Brand: Biver

  • Model: Minute Repeater Carillon Tourbillon Signature Series

  • Reference: -

  • Case: 42mm x 13.70mm

  • Case Material: Titanium; Titanium and rose gold

  • Water Resistance: 50m

  • Calibre: JCB.001-B

  • Frequency: 3 Hz

  • Power Reserve: 72 hours

  • Price: CHF475,000


Biver's latest release, the Carillon Tourbillon Signature Series, represents a refined evolution of their flagship model, emphasizing discretion and classical aesthetics. Departing from the open-dial design that showcased the tourbillon, this iteration conceals the complication beneath a closed dial, offering a minimalist appearance that belies its technical complexity. The watch maintains the combination of a three-gong carillon minute repeater and a tourbillon, powered by the Calibre JCB.001-B movement. Available in two versions—one entirely in titanium and another in a two-tone configuration of titanium and 18k rose gold—both models feature a 42mm case with sharp angular lugs inspired by vintage designs, and a dial reminiscent of the brand's Automatique series, characterized by brushed circular sectors and a micro-relief minute track. The timepiece is complemented by a five-link, faceted bracelet and is accompanied by matching cufflinks. Despite its understated design, the watch commands a price of approximately CHF475,000, reflecting its intricate craftsmanship and limited production.


Zenith Defy Skyline Skeleton White Surfer Ceramic






  • Brand: Zenith

  • Model: Defy Skyline Skeleton White Surfer Ceramic

  • Reference: 49.9309.3620/85.I001

  • Case: 41mm x 11mm

  • Case Material: Ceramic

  • Water Resistance: 100m

  • Calibre: El Primero 3620 SK

  • Frequency: 5 Hz

  • Power Reserve: 55 hours

  • Price: CHF18,900 (Limited to 100 pieces)


The Zenith Defy Skyline Skeleton White Surfer Ceramic is the final installment in the collaborative Surfer Trilogy between Zenith and Australian watch publication Time+Tide. This limited-edition timepiece features a 41mm white ceramic case, known for its lightweight and scratch-resistant properties, with sharp facets and geometric contours characteristic of the Defy line. The skeletonized dial showcases a vertical gradient transitioning from deep to light blue, reminiscent of ocean depths, and includes a 1/10th of a second sub-dial at 6 o'clock driven directly by the escapement. Rhodium-plated, faceted hour and minute hands, along with Super-LumiNova-coated hour markers, ensure legibility. The watch is powered by the El Primero 3620 SK automatic movement, visible through the sapphire crystal caseback, offering a 55-hour power reserve. Water-resistant up to 100 meters, this model concludes the trilogy that began with the Defy Classic Skeleton Night Surfer in 2021 and the Defy Skyline Skeleton Night Surfer in 2023.


Rado Captain Cook x Tennis Limited Edition






  • Brand: Rado

  • Model: Captain Cook x Tennis Limited Edition

  • Reference: 01.763.6105.3.130

  • Case: 39mm x 12mm

  • Case Material: Stainless steel

  • Water Resistance: 300m

  • Calibre: R763

  • Frequency: 3 Hz

  • Power Reserve: 80 hours

  • Price: CHF2,400 (Limited to 1,985 pieces)


Rado commemorates its 40-year association with professional tennis by introducing the Captain Cook x Tennis Limited Edition, a timepiece that marries vintage diver aesthetics with tennis-inspired nuances. Encased in a 39mm stainless steel body, the watch boasts a 300m water resistance, a polished turning bezel with a plasma high-tech ceramic insert, and a screw-down crown adorned with the Rado anchor logo. The dial features a gradient transitioning from ruthenium to white, accented by four dark yellow Super-LumiNova dots at 3, 6, 8, and 12 o'clock, symbolizing the tennis scoring system. Rhodium-plated hands with white Super-LumiNova and a seconds hand tipped with a yellow tennis ball motif enhance legibility. Powered by the automatic calibre R763, the watch offers an 80-hour power reserve and includes an antimagnetic Nivachron hairspring. The caseback is engraved with "limited edition, one out of 1985" and features embossed textures representing grass, clay, and hard court surfaces, paying homage to the sport's diverse playing fields.


Cartier Tank Américaine 






  • Brand: Cartier

  • Model: Tank Américaine

  • Reference: CRWGTA0367

  • Case: 24.40mm x 8.60mm

  • Case Material: Platinum

  • Water Resistance: 30m

  • Calibre: 1899 MC

  • Frequency: 4 Hz

  • Power Reserve: 40 hours

  • Price: €26,400 (Limited to 120 pieces)


Cartier has unveiled a Europe-exclusive limited edition of its Tank Américaine, reference CRWGTA0367, distinguished by a platinum case and a striking Art Deco-inspired blue dial. Limited to 120 pieces, this model features a 44.4mm x 24.4mm case with a slim 8.6mm profile, and a faceted ruby-set crown, a hallmark of Cartier's platinum watches. The dial employs the camaïeu technique, presenting a geometric pattern in varying shades of blue, accented only by elongated Roman numerals at 12 and 6 o'clock, omitting the traditional railway minute track for a minimalist aesthetic. Powered by the automatic calibre 1899 MC movement, the watch offers a 40-hour power reserve and operates at 28,800 vibrations per hour. It is paired with a semi-matte blue alligator leather strap and a white gold folding clasp. Priced at €26,400, this timepiece exemplifies Cartier's dedication to blending classic design with contemporary elegance.


Tudor Pelagos FXD Chrono Yellow Limited Edition






  • Brand: Tudor

  • Model: Pelagos FXD Chrono Yellow Limited Edition

  • Reference: 25827KNJN

  • Case: 43mm x 13.20mm

  • Case Material: Carbon composite

  • Water Resistance: 100m

  • Calibre: MT5813

  • Frequency: 4 Hz

  • Power Reserve: 70 hours

  • Price: €5,550 (Limited to 300 pieces)


Tudor has unveiled the Pelagos FXD Chrono Yellow Limited Edition, a vibrant timepiece celebrating cycling legend Fabian Cancellara's achievements and the iconic Tour de France yellow jersey. Limited to 300 pieces, this watch features a 43mm matte black carbon composite case with fixed lugs, a fixed tachymeter bezel, and a black dial accented with bold yellow highlights on the chronograph counters and scale. The yellow theme extends to the single-piece fabric strap, reflecting the maillot jaune worn by race leaders. Powered by the COSC-certified MT5813 automatic chronograph movement, the watch offers a 70-hour power reserve and includes a column wheel and vertical clutch for precise timekeeping. Water-resistant up to 100 meters, this model is priced at €5,390 and comes with a five-year warranty. It follows previous cycling-themed releases like the Pelagos FXD Chrono Cycling Edition and the Giro d’Italia-inspired Pelagos FXD Chrono Pink, underscoring Tudor's deepening ties with professional cycling.


Chopard L.U.C Qualité Fleurier 20th Anniversary Edition






  • Brand: Chopard

  • Model: L.U.C Qualité Fleurier 20th Anniversary Edition

  • Reference: 161992-0001

  • Case: 39mm x 8.92mm

  • Case Material: Yellow gold

  • Water Resistance: 30m

  • Calibre: L.U.C 96.09-L

  • Frequency: 4 Hz

  • Power Reserve: 65 hours

  • Price: CHF29,200 Limited to 20 pieces)


Chopard commemorates two decades of its pioneering role in the Qualité Fleurier certification with the L.U.C Qualité Fleurier 20th Anniversary Edition, a limited release of just 20 pieces. This elegant dress watch features a 39mm case crafted from ethical 18k yellow gold, showcasing polished surfaces and vertically satin-brushed flanks, along with distinctive individually welded lugs that echo the design of the original 2005 model. The two-tone sector dial combines a sunburst satin-brushed center with a chocolate-brown chapter ring and a snailed small seconds counter, complemented by gilded syringe-shaped hands and faceted hour markers, all enhanced with subtle Super-LumiNova accents. At its heart lies the in-house calibre L.U.C 96.09-L, a descendant of the seminal calibre 96.01-L developed in collaboration with Michel Parmigiani. This ultra-thin 3.3mm automatic movement features a 22k gold micro-rotor and Chopard’s Twin technology, delivering a 65-hour power reserve. The movement meets the rigorous standards of the Qualité Fleurier certification, encompassing COSC chronometry, Chronofiable durability, and the Fleuritest simulation. Priced at CHF29,200, this timepiece is presented on a brown calfskin strap with beige stitching and an ethical gold pin buckle, embodying Chopard’s dedication to horological excellence and ethical craftsmanship.

Comentarios

bottom of page