A Short Recap for the World of Watchmaking

Here are the short notes we compiled on the latest models and developments that shape the world of watchmaking…

Audemars Piguet has introduced a number of new models. Royal Oak Double Balance Wheel Openworked 37, Royal Oak Mini, Royal Oak Camouflage, Royal Oak This, Royal Oak That... Really, when will you change the name of the brand to Royal Oak? While it was difficult to find a salesperson in boutiques who looked at your face and took you seriously, let alone the watch, AP began to evolve into a dream that was about to be forgotten for me. While the original legend of the old turned into the balloon of the new that was about to burst, [Re]Master02 Automatic did not create a bit of excitement. The model, which is a reproduction of the reference 5159BA model produced in 1960, draws attention with its asymmetrical case. Inside is the undated version of the caliber used in the new 16202 Royal Oak Jumbo model. It has an 18 carat gold case, which will be produced in a limited edition of 250 pieces. The list price was announced as 47,200 USD, but I think you should not rush. [Re]Master01's fate may also apply to this watch. After all, everyone is still after Royal Oaks.

Now let's quickly move on to Seiko Locomotive, another work by Genta, the designer of Royal Oak. Credor, which is under the umbrella of Seiko and produces watches of extraordinary quality, introduced the titanium-cased Locomotive model, produced in a limited edition of 300 pieces. The model, which comes with a case measuring 38.8mm x 8.9mm, has many details from Genta's characteristic design line. Frankly, I predict that the combination of the Seiko/Credor brand and this design language will result in a breathtaking combination. The list price of the watch, which is 12,000 USD, reinforces what I say.

Richard Mille introduced the fifth version of the Rafael Nadal series, RM27-05. The weight of the watch, which is limited to 80 pieces, is 11.5 grams, excluding the strap. The water resistance of the watch is 10 meters. So don't let your tears fall on it. The list price of the model is 1,150,000 USD. Now let's multiply this by 80, the result: 92 million dollars! Then let's divide the same value by 11.5. This watch costs $100,000 per gram. As if it's anti-matter, congratulations RM.

IWC introduced the concept of its glow-in-the-dark ceramic watch. The brand claims that this model is the first in its field. Although this is not the first watch from IWC with a glow-in-the-dark case, it may be the first watch with a ceramic case. The case, dial, hands, strap, everywhere is lumed. Frankly, I think the Lake Tahoe models in IWC's Pilot collection are the most successful white watches on the market. Let's see what effect these sparkling Pilots will create...