Summary Waqt Picks the Top 5 Tourbillon Watches of 2025

Tourbillon watches are enduring symbols of haute horlogerie. Originally invented by Abraham-Louis Breguet in 1801 to counteract the effects of gravity on pocket watches, the tourbillon has since evolved into one of the most coveted complications in modern wristwatches.

Over more than two centuries, the tourbillon has evolved from a practical regulating mechanism into one of the most revered complications in watchmaking. We will not revisit the technical aspects of its operation here, as these have already been explored in depth in a dedicated article, in which we also covered the complete history of this invention, as well as in a separate feature tracing the career of its creator, Abraham-Louis Breguet.

With time, the tourbillon transcended its original functional purpose to become a symbol of mechanical excellence, frequently showcased in the most exclusive haute horlogerie collections. In 2025, tourbillon watches remain among the most desirable luxury timepieces, not only for their technical sophistication, but also for their enduring appeal and growing investment potential.

As we enter a new year that appears particularly promising for the watch industry, the Waqt team continues its annual tradition of highlighting the most remarkable watches and designs that captured our attention. Following our previous selections dedicated to other complications, it is now time to present our pick of the finest tourbillon watches of the past year.

Breguet Classique Tourbillon Sidéral 7255

We begin with Breguet, honoring the legacy of Abraham-Louis Breguet, the inventor of the tourbillon. The Classique Tourbillon Sidéral 7255 marks the brand’s fourth anniversary release and introduces Breguet’s first flying tourbillon.

Like the other anniversary editions, the Classique Tourbillon Sidéral 7255 is housed in an 18K Breguet gold case, the same proprietary alloy used throughout this year’s celebratory models. For the first time in its history, Breguet has chosen to craft a dial using grand feu enamel made of dark blue aventurine glass, enriched with sparkling copper inclusions that evoke the stars scattered across the night sky. 

Hours and minutes are displayed on an off-centered gold chapter ring positioned at 12 o’clock, coated in a rich blue PVD finish and adorned with classic Breguet-style Arabic numerals. 

Read the full article about this timepiece here.

Audemars Piguet Unveils the Royal Oak “Jumbo” Extra-Thin RD#5

The new RD#5 is a Royal Oak “Jumbo” that combines a flying tourbillon with an entirely new flyback chronograph movement. Released to commemorate Audemars Piguet’s 150th anniversary, this exceptional timepiece retains the iconic Jumbo proportions, measuring 39 mm in diameter and just 8.1 mm in thickness, despite its impressive array of complications.

The case blends titanium with bulk metallic glass (BMG) components, including the bezel, caseback, crown, and push-pieces. The blue dial features the signature “Petite Tapisserie” pattern and is complemented by silver-toned subdials at 3 and 9 o’clock for the 12-hour and 30-minute counters, alongside the historic “Audemars Piguet” signature at 12 o’clock.

Read the full article about this timepiece here.

A. Lange & Söhne 1815 Tourbillon 

The 1815 Tourbillon returns in a striking new edition, housed in a platinum case and paired with a glossy black grand feu enamel dial. What sets this model apart is its integration of both a stop-seconds mechanism and a zero-reset function, allowing the tourbillon cage to stop completely and the seconds hand to return precisely to zero when the crown is pulled.

This rare combination enables the watch to be set with absolute precision—an exceptional feature for a tourbillon. The dial itself reflects the traditions of classical German watchmaking and is produced entirely in-house at the Glashütte manufactory, requiring extraordinary craftsmanship and expertise.

Read the full article about this timepiece here.

Gerald Charles Maestro 9.0 Tourbillon Tiger’s Eye

To mark the 75th anniversary of Ahmed Seddiqi, Gerald Charles unveiled a limited edition of just three pieces. This exclusive timepiece features a striking tiger’s eye dial paired with a brown-treated case and introduces a newly developed movement with a prominent tourbillon displayed on the dial.

The stainless-steel case retains the signature Maestro silhouette and is finished in a metallic bronzed-brown tone achieved through a proprietary combination of chemical and physical treatments. The dial is crafted from tiger’s eye, a rare fibrous quartz renowned for its golden shimmer and distinctive chatoyancy.

In a bold first for the brand, the dial is free of indices and a minute track, allowing the natural beauty of the stone to take center stage without visual interruption.

Read the full article about this timepiece here.

Daniel Roth Unveils the Platinum Tourbillon

Unveiled during Dubai Watch Week, Daniel Roth introduced a new platinum tourbillon inspired by the original Tourbillon C187 created by Roth himself. The signature double-ellipse case, first designed when Daniel Roth founded the brand in 1988, remains a defining element of the collection.

This platinum edition retains the dimensions of the rose-gold model, while the hand-soldered lugs have been subtly reshaped to enhance comfort. The crown, now bearing the Daniel Roth emblem, has been redesigned to offer a smoother winding experience.

The dial, crafted from white gold and finished in an anthracite tone, features hand-executed pinstripe guilloché. A sterling-silver hours-and-minutes chapter ring with black Roman numerals is framed by fluted guilloché borders and a triple seconds scale.

Read the full article about this timepiece here.

Tourbillon watches command high prices due to their extraordinary complexity and the precision required to create these rotating mechanisms. Often handcrafted, each piece demands countless hours of meticulous work by highly skilled artisans.

Today, both leading maisons and independent ateliers continue to reinvent the tourbillon through bold interpretations that challenge convention while remaining deeply rooted in watchmaking tradition.