The clock and wonder 2025 left us, did that leave an impression? The simple answer is “Yes.” This was a much better show than the 2024 production. A proper new release has come to Geneva and overall we felt satisfied. Without further ado, my pick for the best watches of the show is here.
Patek Philippe 6196p – Starting the Best Watches and Wonders 2025 Release
I’ve noticed and are interested in Patek Philippe so I don’t know if the brand has released something I really liked. Big, flashy pieces with lots of glamour are the norm, and honestly, I didn’t love any of them. I sued the plain jane Calatrava, but this year I made my debut with a watch and amazing surprise. Certainly, it’s 47,520 euros for platinum and retailers, but I think it’s the price of business these days.
The Salmon Dial 6196p is bigger than you would expect in a 38mm case. I also want to look again at the manual winding centre second model instead of the subsecond dial, which is a minor argument. The caliber of 30-255 PS with a 65-hour power reserve is not as fine as vintage movements, but it’s still lovely. This watch is simple and clean, revealing how difficult it is to make a damn dress watch at once. Welcome from Patek Philippe, the land of Cubitus. Stay tuned for a longer review of this.
Arnold & Son Constant Force Tourbillon 11
I’m a pocket watch fan, but I can’t accept that I own a tourbillon version. Arnold & Son Constant Force Tourbillon 11 celebrates the enduring friendship between Abraham Lewis Breguett and John Arnold with a wristwatch made in this style. The watch in question is only an 11-piece edition, and is extremely expensive at a CHF 129,800. Still, the white Grand Feuille Name dial is surprisingly beautiful and beautiful.
The constant focus tour Billon doesn’t ruin the dial, but it looks like a thing of the past for centuries. It has a power reserve of 100 hours and displays true beat seconds. Turn the watch over on the back and you’ll find a history lesson. Similar to the architecture of movement, messaging on the back is clear. I love this watch and it’s a beautiful object, even if its 41.5mm case is too big on my wrist.
Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF 36mm Stone Blue
For two years I’ve been wanting something from Parmigiani fleurier, but the 36mm Tonda PF on Stone Blue was not truly novel, but it was the first time I’ve seen it. This watch is a proper competitor of all the biggest names in the integrated bracelet genre, and for my money it wins and wins. Parmigiani watches feel sturdy, but they wear them like jewelry. A raised platinum bezel, a sublimeal thin bracelet and a pleasant sparse dial combine to create the most beautiful modern watch in the scene.
The PF770-HM automatic movement within Palmisiani is also worthy of praise. Finishing is a priority along with performance, including a 60-hour power reserve. Too many times, given this amount, we anti-main on resale value (CHF 21,400). Frankly, for some reason, Palmigiani doesn’t seem to be appreciated among the big kids in the industry, but that’s a shame of crying. Screw the secondary market and chase one of these watches. They are so good on the wrist.
Grand Seico Spring Drive UFA SLGB003
It’s not that Grand Seico hasn’t enjoyed what they’ve done in the past few years, but there’s nothing like the new UFA A 37mm titanium case and bracelet to create the perfect combination for your wrist. Certainly, the watch feels like nothing is there, but more. Although 12,000 euros is not cheap, it is against the competition.
The woven, snowy landscape-like dial looks lovely, even if you know there will be more variations in the future. But who cares? This is what Grand Seiko does best when the company hasn’t been overly attached to it in the past. Breaking the standard to make the most of the competition is why we love this brand. Ah, the new Spring Drive 9RB2 caliber with 72 hours of power reserve and stunning accuracy is no pain! Grand Seiko UK’s excellent people say it exceeds 31,000,000 seconds in a year, and this watch is false at just ±20. Let’s sink it…
Eberhard Contodat Chronograph – The Best Watches and the Last Pick of Wonders 2025 Release
We can review this in full the next day or so, but Eberhard dropped us a lovely surprise with our watch and wonder. Coltodat Chronograph is a reissue of Contograf from the early 70s. This is very good, even if you’re running in the sky with a retro release. The 39mm watch looks like quality and fits well.
With its first-class Cerata movement, a comfortable bracelet and a water resistance rating of 100m, this is an attractive introduction. Plus, it’s pretty convincing at under 3,970 euros. Eberhard is not a common name, but the company has been around for years. Instead of sticking to the mainstream, why not try a clear product?
Everything for now
I stopped with 5 picks for the best watches and Wonders 2025 release. I might have chosen more, but I say that. Lange, Cartier, Jaeger-Lecoultre and other brands also brought their products. This was a better year than 2025 in so many ways. Certainly there were new dial collars, but I have seen many new lines and movements focused on. Tell us what you think about these picks. Be prepared for many of these articles from colleagues.
