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In this edition, We introduce five standout watches from ‘Only Watch 2023’. We focused on selecting completely new models rather than simple variations of existing products.

F.P. Journe

CHRONOMÈTRE BLEU FURTIF
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Chronomètre Bleu Furtif

François-Paul Journe, Regarded as the greatest watchmaker of this century, Always unveils new models at ‘Only Watch’. Choosing a blue dial is also a signature trait. This time, He added the clue ‘Furtif’, Which means ‘stealth’ in French. The dial design is similar at first glance to the Chronomètre Bleu, But the concept is somewhat different. The numerals are laser-engraved on a translucent blue enamel dial and can only be read accurately from the wearer’s perspective. In addition, This is the first time F.P. Journe introduces a center seconds hand. The power reserve indicator and moon phase are also mounted on the movement side, Opposite the dial, And can only be seen through the glass back. This model is drawing even more attention as the movement is expected to play a significant role in the future.
► Estimated auction price: 200, 000–400, 000 CHF (approx. 300–600 million KRW)

Gérald Genta

GÉRALD GENTA ONLY WATCH 2023
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Gérald Genta Only Watch 2023

The father of the luxury sports watch and genius watch designer launched a brand under his own name, Which was recently revived through LVMH. The retrograde watch featuring Mickey Mouse’s arm as the hour hand is a signature piece. The 2021 Mickey Mouse limited edition also attracted great attention, But the first entry for ‘Only Watch’ is even more special. It features the iconic octagonal case, Mickey Mouse retrograde, Jumping hour, And minute repeater. Mickey Mouse, Wearing a party hat and holding a cake, Wittily celebrates the 10th edition of ‘Only Watch’ and Disney’s 100th anniversary.
► Estimated auction price: 350, 000–400, 000 CHF (approx. 520–600 million KRW)

Frédérique Constant
× Christiaan van der Klaauw

TOURBILLON PLANETARIUM ONLY WATCH 2023
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Tourbillon Planetarium Only Watch 2023

Frédérique Constant, Which pursues ‘accessible luxury’, Offers both entry-level dress watches and in-house high complications. Since being acquired by Citizen Group in 2016, The brand has continued to take bold steps, Such as releasing perpetual calendar watches in the 10 million KRW range and ultra-high-frequency movements. The new ‘Only Watch’ release is also intriguing, As it is the first collaboration and the first astronomical watch. It is a complication that combines the solar system mechanism of independent astronomical watchmaker Christiaan van der Klaauw with a tourbillon. The orbital periods from Mercury to Saturn are faithfully reproduced around the sun.
► Estimated auction price: 90, 000–110, 000 CHF (approx. 130–160 million KRW)

Furlan Marri

SECULAR PERPETUAL CALENDAR
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Secular Perpetual Calendar

Furlan Marri is a small, New Swiss brand. One of the founders, Designer Andrea Furlan, Has experience at Renaud & Papi, A specialist in high-end brand complications. The main products are retro-style sector dial wristwatches, Which are not very expensive. The Secular Perpetual Calendar from Furlan Marri has emerged as a dark horse. Ordinary perpetual calendars require adjustment once every 100 years. However, Andrea Furlan, Together with Dominique Renaud of Renaud & Papi and watchmaker Julien Tixier, Who specializes in prototype watches, Has created a true ‘perpetual calendar’ that requires no adjustment. Remarkably, It is made with only 25 components. You can check the detailed mechanism in the video.
► Estimated auction price: 20, 000–30, 000 CHF (approx. 29–44 million KRW)

H. Moser & Cie x MB&F

STREAMLINER PANDAMONIUM
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Streamliner Pandamonium

MB&F, Synonymous with micro high-end brands, Has presented unique creations themed around ‘panda’ at ‘Only Watch’. The panda symbolizes children who do not lose hope and dreams even while fighting illness. This year, Only a DJ panda poster was revealed in advance, Raising curiosity, But at the end of August, The third panda edition was finally unveiled. Once again, It is a collaboration with independent brand H. Moser & Cie. This watch can be described as the club of DJ Panda. Each time the hammer of the exposed chiming mechanism at the edge of the dial strikes, DJ Panda’s turntable moves as if actually DJing. The clever mix of various ideas shines through. The actual operation of the watch, Which splits the chime to the exciting beat, Can be seen in the video.
► Estimated auction price: 300, 000–400, 000 CHF (approx. 440–590 million KRW)

Unveiling the Streamliner Pandamonium ©MB&F

Additionally,

From left, Philippe Stern, Thierry Stern © Onlywatch

Patek Philippe will present a limited edition Grand Complication, A favorite of Honorary Chairman Philippe Stern (father of CEO Thierry Stern), To celebrate his 85th birthday this November. The first edition will be submitted to ‘Only Watch 2023’. The movement for this limited edition is also being newly developed and will never be reused in any other watch. CEO Thierry Stern shared that this is ‘a way to thank my father for the excellence and passion he brought to Patek Philippe and for everything he taught me’. We look forward to seeing how special this watch will be and what remarkable records it will set.

This article is based on the official 2023 Only Watch website. If you are curious about other watches not introduced in this article, Please visit the site.

Source: https://www.onlywatch.com/2023collection