Russell Sheldrake
It is often said that a family of watches is not complete until you have a black dial, a white dial, and a blue dial. And of these three, I feel like white dials are the most overlooked, black dials are the classic, contrast-heavy choice, and blue is the color everyone is drawn to first. . But there’s something to be said for the crisp, clean aesthetic of a properly finished white dial. So I looked at the past year’s releases and selected some of my favorite white dial watches so far. However, please note that I had to cut out some important parts, so I’ll be sure to add them next time I update this article. There are some watches on this list that could claim to have silver dials, but I don’t think I’m alone in thinking that most of these are white when you look at them in person.
Swatch x Omega Moon Swatch’s Moon Phase Mission to the Full Moon
The Moonswatch is undergoing a bit of a renaissance now, after the initial craze of its first collection when the public seemed to have grown tired of its never-ending tweaks, and partly thanks to this watch, the Moonswatch ‘s existence has experienced ups and downs. . The addition of Snoopy to the collection adds the perfect lightness to the watch, making it the perfect entry point into the industry. It’s a very clean package, with everything from the dial to the bioceramic case and strap all in white monochrome. Price: $310
hamilton khaki field mechanical 38
Is this the best mechanical watch to buy for the first time? Probably. The full Khaki Field range is hard to miss, especially when visiting Discovery Studios in London or Melbourne, and I’m a big fan of the mechanical versions. It’s a little slimmer and provides the horological connection that all mechanical watches require. And I don’t know if having to buy a new one every day or two isn’t a good way to get interested in watches. Price: US$595, available from T+T shop
Christopher Ward The Twelve
We would have had to include The Twelve on this list even if we hadn’t recently announced that we have Christopher Ward in our London studios. Designing Christopher Ward’s integrated bracelets takes an enormous amount of time. While there are certainly comparisons to other products in this category, it’s hard to argue against the value proposition of a great textured dial, sporty look, and reliable movement from a company that isn’t shy about being transparent. is difficult. In everything. Price: $1,225
Seiko Prospex Marine Master 1968 Heritage Diver
Any form of Seiko should be on this list, especially Seiko divers. The Prospex Marine Master 1968 Heritage Diver shot to the top of the list of Seiko divers in my book as soon as it was released earlier this year. The highly legible dial, combined with the classic diver aesthetic, makes this model a no-brainer. It features a controversial 4:30 date display and 4 o’clock crown, but if you can ignore these quirks or just go with it, this is an easy and affordable winner. . Price: $2,900
hermes cut
I’ll keep it a secret, but this was my watch of the year. Hermès’ sleek, stylish, and tough sports watches are full of watchmaking accolades, super-easy quick-change strap systems, and little details that will leave you wanting more. One of my favorite aspects of this watch is the very considered typeface used for the applied Arabic numerals, which makes this watch stand out from almost all stainless steel sports watches today. Masu. Price: $6,725
Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional
This is the watch that started and ended the white dial vs. black dial debate when it was released. The classic black dial Speedmaster Professional has deep roots dating back to the moon landings in 1969, but the creation of this new white dial model has instantly gained a massive following. If you meet someone wearing this, you know they’re into gaming. Price: US$8,100 (with bracelet)
Citizen 100th Anniversary Limited Model NC0210-11A
Many people forget just how good Citizen’s high-end products actually are, but this limited edition commemorating Citizen’s 100th anniversary shows how the brand known for its mall watches has created some of its sharpest examples of watchmaking. This shows that it is possible to produce something. The mechanical caliber 0200 was not only developed and manufactured in-house, but also highly finished by the artisans employed by Citizen. Price: $10,095
Credor Wisdom II
This might be the cleanest and technically best-looking white dial on this entire list. And Credor Eichi II knows this. With around 20 of these stunning timepieces made each year, they’re hard to come by, but when you stumble upon one, the snow-white porcelain dial will stop you in your tracks. Zack mistakenly called this his exit watch, but it certainly deserves that title. Price: 6,600,000 yen (~49,000 USD)
Lederer Triple Certified Observatory Chronometer
While the scientific dial of this watch is stunning from an aesthetic standpoint, the star of the show is the highly technical movement that this watch covers. Inside this watch movement are two remontoir systems that supply constant power to two escapements in a beautifully over-engineered solution to improve precision. It shows Lederer’s passion for classic horological practices and techniques. Price: 146,000 Swiss Francs (~170,000 USD)
Greubel Forsey Nano Fudroyante EWT
Greubel Forsey has built a reputation on big, bombastic shows of horological authority, but the Nano Fudroyante EWT shows that independent companies can do just fine on a small scale. Not only is the case smaller than usual, but the talented watchmakers also reduced the complex flying seconds complication by increasing the efficiency of certain components, while also incorporating a flying tourbillon and flyback chronograph. Successful. Price: 465,000 Swiss Francs (~530,000 USD)
Jaeger-LeCoultre Duomètre Heliotourbillon Perpetual
One of the big surprises announced at Watches & Wonders 2024, along with the IWC Eternal Calendar (which could easily have made this list), is JLC’s Duomètre Heliotourbillon Perpetual, a true high-end We reaffirmed the brand’s superiority as a technical watch manufacturer. Many people will immediately jump to the Reverso when they think of JLC, but the number of advanced complications and multi-axis tourbillons they’ve produced in the past suggests that this new release is a sign of continuity rather than revolution. I am. Price: 484,000 EUR (~511,000 USD)
