Gerald Charles Unveils Its Most Complex Timepiece, The Masterlink Perpetual Calendar

Gerald Charles, the independent Swiss watchmaking Maison founded by the great Mr. Gérald Charles Genta, unveils its most complicated watch since its reestablishment less than a decade ago. The Masterlink Perpetual Calendar, developed entirely in-house, marks a new chapter for the young and ambitious Maison as it continues to expand its repertoire of poetic complications.

In keeping with Gerald Charles’s “No Compromise” watchmaking philosophy, established by Mr. Genta more than a quarter of a century ago, the Masterlink Perpetual Calendar introduces an in-house, asymmetrical, automatic perpetual calendar calibre with a three-counter display.

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Introducing Seiko Revisits Over a Century of History with the Revival of the Laurel

Enamel dial with a case inspired by a classic pocket watch

ByWaqt

02.10.2024

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In the world of horology, collaborations between esteemed brands often yield exceptional results that celebrate craftsmanship and innovation. One such partnership is between Seiko, and Porter Classic, a distinguished Japanese fashion brand. Founded in 2007 by Katsuyuki Yoshida and his son, Leo, Porter Classic is known for its high-quality products that blend traditional craft techniques with modern design.

Now, this collaboration introduces a new enamel-dialed watch into the Presage Craftsmanship collection, which pays homage to the Laurel, Japan’s first wristwatch created by Seiko in 1913. This new creation captures the simple yet distinctive dial design of the original, featuring a round shape and proportions reminiscent of early 20th-century pocket watches.

The case comes with a classic round design, measuring 35mm in diameter and 12.3mm in thickness, crafted from polished stainless steel with a super hard coating for enhanced durability. It includes unique movable rounded lugs inspired by pocket watch bows, while a box-shaped sapphire crystal protects the dial and boasts an anti-reflective coating on its inner surface for improved visibility. At 3 o’clock, an elegant onion crown adds a touch of sophistication. The solid steel case back is marked with the silhouette of Mr. Katsuyuki Yoshida, and the watch is water-resistant up to 50 meters.

The dial features a black enamel surface, carefully crafted by master enamel craftsman Mitsuru Yokosawa and his team. This exquisite dial is adorned with silver Breguet numerals, printed minute markers, and silver-tone hands. The 24-hour subdial is elegantly positioned at 6 o’clock.

The watch is powered by the in-house caliber 6R5H, an automatic movement. Operating at a frequency of 21,600 vibrations per hour (3 Hz), it offers a 72-hour power reserve, ensuring the watch remains functional for up to three days without winding, and an accuracy of +25/-15 seconds per day.

The watch includes two straps, one in black and the other in brown Cordovan leather, both with a stainless steel pin buckle. The watch will be limited to just 500 pieces and will be available in November 2024 at price EUR 2,400 which is equivalent to AED 9,600.

For more information please visit Seiko’s official website.

Technical specifications: Seiko Presage Craftsmanship Porter Classic Collaboration

Reference: SPB449
Case: polished stainless steel case, super-hard coating, sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating, caseback with marked with Katsuyuki Yoshida silhouette
Diameter:35 mm
Height: 12.3 mm
Water resistance:50 m
Dial: black enamel dial, silver Breguet numerals, indices and hour, minute hands, 24 hour subdial printed in white at 6 o’clock
Movement: Seiko automatic Caliber 6R5H in-house, Precision +25 to -15 seconds per day, 24 jewels
Power reserve: 72 Hours
Frequency: 21’600 VPH (3Hz)
Functions: Hours, minutes, Seconds, 24 Hour
Bracelet / Strap: two straps black and brown Cordovan leather, stainless steel pin buckle
Availability: Limited edition of 500
Price: EUR 2,400 /AED 9,600