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Welcome to the next edition of your watch news go-to, The Wind Up, our weekly series highlighting the newest watches of the past seven days, and what a week it has been! Alongside a suite of stunning new high-complication models from the world’s biggest and brightest watchmakers, there were a few surprise announcements that landed this week.
In this latest instalment, we’ve got a handful of new and exciting watches, including pieces from Mido and TAG Heuer and a very cool limited edition piece from Bremont. Enjoy the read, fellas, and have a fantastic week ahead.
Mido Multifort TV Big Date
- Brand: Mido
- Model: Multifort TV Big Date
- Reference: Ref. M049.526.37.041.00
- Diameter: 40mm
- Material: Stainless steel
- Movement: Calibre 80
- Power Reserve: 80 hours
- Price: AUD$2,100
This week, Mido released a new take on the classic Multifort TV Big Date, a timepiece that appeals not only to the value-hungry crowd but also to fans of vibrant colourways. With a black PVD-coated case, blue strap, and bright orange big date, it showcases colours, finishes, and textures in a big, bold way. Most importantly, the much-loved TV-shaped case isn’t lost amongst the colour splash.
The modern and dynamic design is underlined by a stellar horizontal brushed finish dial and, along with its distinctive BIG DATE function at 12 o’clock. Inside, you’ll find an automatic Calibre 80 movement which Mido confirmed has been equipped with a high-tech balance spring in Nivachron for improved magnetic resistance.
Its distinct look is as striking as it is subtle. From afar, it might not draw eyes, but up close, the Multifort TV Big Date really sings. The use of the TV-stylised case makes its notable aesthetic that much more pronounced. This is an enigmatic and interesting piece from one of watchmaking’s best-kept secrets.
Bremont Supermarine 300M Henley Royal Regatta Edition
- Brand: Bremont
- Model: Supermarine 300M Henley Royal Regatta Edition
- Diameter: 40mm
- Thickness: 12mm
- Material: Stainless steel
- Movement: Calibre BE-63AH
- Power Reserve: 56 hours
- Price: £3,500 (Limited to 50 pieces)
Bremont’s Supermarine 300M copped a really cool limited edition added to its family this week. The latest Henley Royal Regatta Edition honours the maison’s timing partnership with Henley Royal Regatta, and features some telling aesthetic changes that help differentiate itself from the main collection.
From the white dial, which features the official Regatta crest and Bremont’s Wayfinder logo, to the blue anodised aluminium bezel, from the 904L stainless steel case to the bullet-style matching bracelet, the Henley Royal Regatta Edition really hits the mark as a super capable, robust and fun diver.
I’m am a big fan of the domed sapphire crystal design, which gives a solid, vintage-inspired aesthetic. Minimalist by design, the timepiece also boasts a screw-in crown and a screw-down case back, which helps to provide 300 metres of water resistance. Limited to just 50 pieces, the timepiece honours one of Britain’s most iconic sporting events with a blend of engineering excellence and sartorial elegance.
TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph 42mm Limited Edition for France
- Brand: TAG Heuer
- Model: Carrera Chronograph 42mm Limited Edition for France
- Reference: Ref. CBN201N.FC6620
- Diameter: 42mm
- Thickness: 15.70mm
- Material: Stainless steel
- Movement: Calibre TH20-00
- Power Reserve: 80 hours
- Price: €7,350 (Limited to 500 pieces)
Sporting the French marine colours, the new Carrera Chronograph 42mm Limited Edition for France is the latest piece to join the ever-expanding TAG Heuer cohort. An assortment of colours adds another level of visceral intrigue to the stock-standard look of the Carrera Chronograph, and with pops of yellow to break up the slew of blue, the Carrera Chronograph 42mm Limited Edition for France is indeed a looker.
The Carrera Chronograph 42mm Limited Edition for France is powered by TAG Heuer’s TH20-00, a solid workhorse movement boasting an 80-hour power reserve and a beating frequency of 4 Hz. Best of all, the movement is visible through the open sapphire caseback and ties well with the watch’s overall utilitarian look and feel. If you are looking to snag one of these stunning new timepieces, you might need to move quickly…and far away. The limited edition is capped at just 500 pieces, exclusively sold in France and retailing for €7,350.
IWC Portugieser Tourbillon Retrograde Chronograph
- Brand: IWC
- Model: Portugieser Tourbillon Retrograde Chronograph
- Reference: Ref. IW394009
- Diameter: 43.50mm
- Thickness: 15.90mm
- Material: Armour Gold
- Movement: Calibre 89900
- Power Reserve: 68 hours
- Price: €149,000 (Limited to 100 pieces)
From IWC, we have the latest variation of the acclaimed Portugieser Tourbillon Retrograde Chronograph. The latest in the brand’s unique take on chronograph production, this timepiece delivers no shortage of bells and whistles, reminding us all that IWC remains a watchmaking powerhouse. With its 60-second flying tourbillon, flyback chronograph, and retrograde date, you would be hard-pressed to find something comparable to it.
And in the deep warmth of that luscious Armour Gold, the Portugieser Tourbillon Retrograde Chronograph truly comes to life. This precious metal perfectly contrasts against the obsidian-coloured dial, which adds a certain level of depth and complexity. According to IWC, the dial was manufactured using a complex process comprising 60 individual steps and 15 layers of transparent lacquer.
A mass of precious metal heft is matched only by some truly high-end, high-complicated watchmaking. Surprisingly, the Portugieser Tourbillon Retrograde Chronograph is limited to 100 pieces; a big number for a piece of this complexity and beauty.
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