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Introducing The New Perrelet Weekend Arctic Dunes

A limited edition inspired by wind-sculpted snowdrifts on mountain peaks

ByWaqt

17.12.2025

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Perrelet introduced the Weekend collection in 2017 as a line designed to bridge classical elegance and modern simplicity. Conceived as a range of refined Swiss-made automatic watches for daily wear expressed through vibrant aesthetics such as aventurine and blue dials, alongside multiple models all powered by in-house movements. Following the release of the Sand Dunes edition, the brand now expands the collection with the Weekend Arctic Dunes, featuring a dial inspired by snowdrifts sculpted by the wind on mountain peaks.

The watch is housed in a round stainless steel case measuring 39 mm in diameter with a slim thickness of 9.56 mm. The case alternates between polished and brushed surfaces, creating subtle contrast while maintaining an elegant and refined profile suitable for everyday wear. Water resistance is rated at 50 meters. A sapphire crystal caseback reveals the movement inside and is further enhanced by a printed motif depicting snow-covered mountain scenery.

The dial is rendered in an ice-blue tone and features an embossed pattern inspired by wind-shaped snow dunes. Applied silver-toned indices in Eastern Arabic numerals serve as the hour markers, complemented by a minute track executed in Arabic script. Dauphine-style hour and minute hands ensure clear legibility, while a slim central seconds hand adds a refined touch. A date window at 3 o’clock displays Eastern Arabic numerals on a contrasting white background.

Powering the watch is the in-house automatic calibre Perrelet P-321, developed by Soprod, the brand’s sister company. The movement operates at a frequency of 28,800 vph (4 Hz) and delivers a power reserve of 42 hours. The watch is paired with a blue calf leather strap embossed with an alligator pattern, featuring a quick-release system for ease of use and secured by a stainless steel pin buckle.

The Weekend Arctic Dunes is limited to 99 pieces and is priced at CHF 1,490, approximately AED 6,900.

For more information, visit Perrelet’s official website.

Technical Specifications: Perrelet Weekend Arctic Dunes

Case: Stainless steel, polished and brushed, sapphire crystal on the front, sapphire crystal caseback with printed snow-covered mountain motif
Diameter: 39 mm
Thickness: 9.56 mm
Water Resistance: 50 meters
Dial: Ice-blue, wind-sculpted snow dune pattern, applied silver-toned Eastern Arabic numeral indices, minute track in Arabic script, Dauphine-style hour and minute hands, central seconds hand, date window at 3 o’clock with Eastern Arabic numerals on a white background
Movement: Calibre Perrelet P-321, automatic
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Date
Frequency: 28,800 vph (4 Hz)
Power Reserve: 42 hours
Bracelet/Strap: Blue calf leather strap with alligator embossing, quick-release system, stainless steel pin buckle
Availability: Limited to 99 pieces
Price: CHF 1,490 approximately AED 6,900