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The racing and the automotive world in general was a strong inspiration for this week’s release. It really doesn’t matter whether a brand is independent, large or small, or part of a larger group. The last seven days have been a nod to the automotive industry. Tag Heuer partners with Goodwood, Louis Moinet with the unique piece series, and discovers that MB&F will unveil another colour of the driver’s watch, and that both Chopard and Maurice DeMauriac are sponsoring the iconic race. However, this week’s novelty is undoubtedly the new “Lagoon Blue” colorway for Black Bay 54, which surprised everyone. Check out all the picks below and enjoy reading!
MB&F HM8 Mark 2 Purple
Following the success of the early white green and blue models and limited editions, the HM8 Mark 2 will return to the limited edition of 2025 with Purple. The purple body panels on watches are treated with metal dyes of mineral origin, similar to those used in high-end automotive paints. This is a limited edition of 33 pieces, the same amount as the previous run. Price: CHF 68,000.
For more information about MB&F HM8 Mark 2 Purple, click here.
Tags Heuer Currera Chronograph x Festival of Speed
Tag Heuer celebrates the Goodwood Festival of Speed, a watch developed as a base with the Currera Chronograph 42mm. The dial features a fitting Goodwood green hob nail texture, complemented by red accents. Pair it with a leather rally strap to complete the lace look. This is a limited edition of 100 pieces and will be provided before it first reaches the public to members of the Goodwood Road Racing Club. Price: £6,450.
For more information about the tag Heuer Currera Chronograph x Festival of Speed, click here.
Tudor Black Bay 54 “Lagoon Blue”
Tudor introduces the new summer look of the Black Bay 54. It combines a blue sandy dial with a steel bezel with a mirror attached. A portion of Tudor’s more exclusive model, “Daring Watches” collection, is only available on 5-link bracelets with T-Fit Clasp. Price: £3,590.
For more information about Tudor Black Bay 54 “Lagoon Blue”, click here.
Seiko Prospex srpl81k Jaws 50th anniversary
Seiko celebrates the 50th anniversary of Steven Spielberg’s classical stirrer/horror film. It features a silver-to-blue gradient dial with subtle depictions of the famous killer shark, and a laser winding of Orca, a Quint boat, on the caseback. This is a limited edition of 5,000 individually numbered pieces and comes in a limited edition box modeled after the Jaws Movie Poster. Price: $1,200.
Check out Seiko Prospex srpl81k Jaws 50th anniversary.
Louis Moinet’s Rash & Mt. Fuji time
Louis Moinet expands the time to race a unique series with two new colorways. It features red details with metallic blue rush and white Mt. Fuji. Collectors can choose a single or two digit “lucky numbers” to paint the dial, and all the combos in a few colors are unique. The Grade 5 Titanium Case has an automatic chronograph movement with a total of over 300 components. Price: on request.
For more information about Luimoine’s time, see Lace Rush & Mount Fuji here.
Chopard Mill Miglia Classic Chronograph – Homage to Sir Sterling Moss
As the name suggests, this new version of Mille Miglia Chronograph is dedicated to the legendary Sterling Moss of the race, especially 70 years ago, to his Mille Miglia victory. Both Lucent Steel Case and Silver Dial will regain the Mercedes tone used by pilots for most of his career. This is a limited edition of 70 units, one of the years that has passed since the unforgettable victory of British drivers. Price: CHF 9,750.
Learn more about the Mille Miglia Classic Chronograph – A tribute to Sir Stirling Moss can be found here.
Maurice de Mauriac Chrono Modern “Le Mans”
Maurice de Mauriac will take part in the iconic endurance race on the Fingale Schitz wrist with race numbers on the dial. Each watch can be customized by the customer in the same way with the dial. This watch is available in a matching stainless steel bracelet or in a tricolor fabric strap. Price: Starting from CHF 3,850.
For more information about Maurice de Mauriac Chrono Modern Le Mans, click here.
Aqua compressor farther away
Farer’s dual crown compressor diver arrives with Grade 2 titanium and a well-thought out dial style choice. But the biggest change is new movements. Because they are currently showing off their La Joux-Perret G101. There are three variations, including a great full room dial with a PVD blue case, and you can get it right away from The Time+Tide shop. Price: £1,175.
For more information about the farther aqua compressor, click here.
Konstantin Chaykin “Joker Iron & Golden Mask”
Konstantin Chaykin continues the path of a highly recognizable Joker collection with two new skeleton models. The Joker Golden Mask evokes pocket watches of the 18th and 19th centuries, while the Joker Iron Mask evokes monochromatic colours from the mid-17th century. These two models are on the market after two years of development for skeletalization of movement. Price: CHF 40,800.
For more information about Konstantin Chaykin’s “Joker Iron & Golden Mask”, click here.
Breitling Super Scene Heritage B31 Automatic 40
Breitling introduces 30 new configurations to refresh its iconic dive watch collection. The new references span four sizes: 36, 40, 42, and 44mm. The model shown in the photo above is a typical 40mm dive watch with only 11.73mm thick thanks to the B31 movement. Price: USD 6,200.
For more information about the Breitling Superocean Heritage B31 Automatic 40, click here.
Blancpain Fifty Fathom 38mm
Blancpain will unveil two 38mm 50 Fathoms with a mother-of-pearl dial. The first is a red gold case and a black dial and bezel that is more conservative, while the second is a rose dial and titanium case that pushes the limit. Both models are sold in fabric straps that match the color of the dial, with rubber options available in red gold and bracelets available in titanium. Price: Starting from 18,550 euros.
For more information about the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms 38mm, click here.
Seiko 5 Sports Heritage Design Recreation Limited Edition
The original Gene Kranz model gets a new re-edit that is reminiscent of what the Apollo 13 flight director wore. The recognizable Seiko 5 sports case has a 4 o’clock crown, maintaining a white dial configuration and adding a black variant. Both the 38.2mm case diameter and the dome-shaped hardlex crystal take hints from the vintage era of inspiration. Price: $695.
For more information about the Seiko 5 Sports Heritage Design Reclearation Limited Edition, click here.
Paulin X Hands On Holology x John Nichol
Paulin is offering an event-restricted edition at Hands On Holology this Saturday in London. Only all watches are made by Glasgow artist John Nicole dial hand painted. This is an artistic commitment of the NEO model, and is a 38mm watch with a robust Seiko NH35A. Price: £750.
Learn more about Paulin x Hands on Holology x John Nichol here.
Heron Mirabelle Gmt
Héron pulls back GMT complications in a more elegant configuration compared to current trends in GMT Sport Watches. The C-shaped case measures 37.5mm to maintain the vintage 60s proportions that serve as the inspiration for this release. Five dial configurations are available, with stainless steel or gold PVD case finishing options available. Price: 690 US dollars.
For more information about Heron Mirabelle GMT, click here.
