For watch collectors and aficionados, it could not be a better time to splurge on some classy watches . Following the pandemic-induced upheaval around the world, The global luxury watch market -which is expected to grow to $ 33.07 billion by FY 26 From $ 27.19 billion in FY 21, per a report by The Business Research Company -is ticking back to life again. As the young generation embraces the passion of collecting watches and actually wears them not with staid grey suits as was the tradition earlier, but with polo T-Shirts and sneakers, watchmakers are also letting go of their somber image and launching trendy watches to keep up with the changing times. Here are a chosen few that you may consider for your wrist.
1. JACOB & CO: ASTRONOMIA SOLAR BITCOIN: Cryptocurrency may have lost the halo around it but storied watchmaker Jacob & Co’s latest Astronomia collection watch is inspired by the astronomical valuations that Bitcoin achieved a while ago. Replete with a yellow sapphire sun, a one-carat diamond mood and a golden Earth, The watch’s dial also carries a miniature black rocker and a rotating Bitcoin logo that reached for the moon. The black titanium watch’s movement is surrounded by an engraving that reads “ peer to peer “,” blockchain “ and decentralized digital currency “ Limited to only 25 pieces, the watch is meant for true-blue crypto kinds. One can buy these amazing watches from jacobandco.com and the indicative price of this watch is around $ 350,000. Exact price can be checked from the website .
2. PATEK PHILIPPE ( 52709-014 ): Launched in 2011, the latest reference 5270 is heir to several generations of the Patek Philippe calendar chronographs and reinterprets their design in an iconic yet original style. No longer the conservative high-end watchmaker -although the brand’s watches still have top-notch craftsmanship and a design language to match its legacy -its clientele has evolved dramatically over the years. And catering to this young and vibrant crowd is a playful emerald green dial coupled with alligator straps. That being said, the fundamental of the 5270 -its heart, so to say-are intact. As such, the watch retains the typical 950-platinum case of 41 mm, with a concave bezel and slender and elongated stepped lugs. Love it or hate it, this is a collector’s item that will make its admirers green with envy. One can buy these awesome watches from patek.com. Regarding the price, one has to visit the website.
3. Omega SPEEDMASTER ’57 CALIBRE 9906: As the name suggests, the Speedmaster’57 is emblematic of the original Speedmaster design, which was released in 1957 for racing car drives.It also became the first watch to be worn on the moon. The Speedmaster’57, first introduced in 2013, returns in 2022 with a master chronometer upgrade and a slimmer profile. The new collection consists of eight new stainless steel models, all powered by OMEGA’S co-axial Master Chronometer Calibre 9906. At just 12.99 mm, the new ’57 is considerably slimmer than the Speedmaster Moonwatch 3861 at 13.58 mm. And, there is always a nod to the Speedmaster’s space legacy-the bracelet on the steel version is inspired by the Apollo 11 tribute launched in 2019. One can buy this masterpiece from OMEGA Showrooms. Regarding the price, one has to visit the Omega Showrooms.
4. CHOPARD HAPPY SPORTS METIERS D’ART: Chopard’s Happy Sport métiers d’art line includes three exquisite watches that pay tribute to the polar bear, the hummingbird, and the sea turtle. The intricately handcrafted watches are made of gold and feature mother–of pearl marquetry with precious –and semi-precious stones that create exquisite, tiny ecosystems in their dials. Limited to only eight pieces each, these timepieces are equipped with the Chopard caliber 96.23 L mechanism, with a 65-hour power reserve. The collection is a testament to the love for the nature of Choprard’s Artistic Director and Co-president, Caroline Scheufele, and to the company’s dedication to sustainable growth .one you buy these amazing watches from chopard.com. Regarding the price, one has to visit the website.
5. ROLEX OYSTER PERPETUAL DATEJUST 31: The Rolex Datejust is the archetype of a classic watch. Launched in 1945, it was the first self-winding waterproof chronometer wristwatch to display the date. The latest versions of the classic come with floral motif dials. its design comprises 24 flowers, each with a diamond at the center. Three versions have been launched –a blue dial, an olive green dial, and a silver dial. For the olive green and silver ones, the bezel is set with 46 brilliant–cut diamonds, Truly a classic, reimagined. One can buy this beautiful masterpiece from ROLEX Outlets. Regarding the price, one has to visit the Rolex Outlets.
6. CARTIER’S METIERS D’ART CRASH TIGREE METAMORPHOSES: The Cartier Crash is remarkable in its peculiarity. Launched in 1967- As a means to adapt the classic Cartier oval watch into something that would appeal to the rebellious attitude of the swinging sixties – the Crash is bent and curved like it has been melted under extreme heat. The latest Crash from Cartier has the most flashy look in recent memory. The Cartier’s favorite things – Animal references and weirdly shaped cases –are wrapped up in luxurious gold enamel that melts into different shades of blue and green, with loads of diamonds.A limited edition series of 50 Pieces. One can buy these limited edition watches from cartier.com. Regarding the price, one has to visit the cartier.com
7. PANERAI LUMINOR BITEMPO: Proud of its Italian heritage and experience in crafting instruments for navy divers, Panerai has launched the Luminor BiTempo, which through its GMT Features, can track time in two different times zones. the new watch is available in two different color schemes – blue and black. The self–winding automatic watch is ensconced in a 44 –mm brushed–steel case with a transparent sapphire crystal back that showcases the precise movement of its timekeeping mechanics. One can buy these beautiful precise wristwatches from Panerai Showrooms. Regarding the price, one has to visit the Panerai showrooms. Be little more stylish with such masterpiece