Baume & Mercier goes for a traditional and modern mix for Watches and Wonders
Tom AustinBaume & Mercier never fails to deliver when it comes to elegant and refined watches at a respectable price point. Refining their collection for 2024, they have introduced a selection of watches that have stuck with that mantra. Blending traditional styles with contemporary touches, the brand is doing well in keeping up with the latest trends. Examples such as the dial colours of the new Classima Chronograph or the classic, French-style elegance of the all-black Hampton, both very much show that Baume & Mercier have their finger on the pulse. Also, the brand has an affinity for moon phase complications; with 16 pieces currently in their collection, they have extended it further to add two stunning mid-sized 39mm stainless steel Clifton moon phases. They’ve also given their fan-favourite Riviera more love, hitting us with 5 elevated takes on the integrated luxury sports watch.
Classima Chronograph
- Extending the already successful Classima range, Baume & Mercier re-introduce a chronograph to the range, in 3 sophisticated colourways – that sand-coloured dial is a sure-fire hit.
- Not afraid of watches on the larger side, the Classima Chronograph’s stainless steel case is 42mm in diameter and 13.2mm thick, a respectable size for an automatic chronograph.
- The watches are driven by a Swiss Valjoux 7750 automatic movement with a 48-hour power reserve running at a 4Hz frequency, including a date function.
| Brand | Baume & Mercier |
| Model | Classima Chronograph |
| Reference | Green – M0A10784 Blue – M0A10782 Sand – M0A10783 |
| Case Dimensions | 42mm (D) x 13.2mm (T) |
| Case Material | Stainless steel |
| Water Resistance | 50m |
| Crystal(s) | Sapphire front and back |
| Dial | Green, blue or sand sun-satin |
| Strap | Choices of grey or brown nubuck calfskin, or blue alligator leather, interchangeable and feature a stainless steel folding clasp |
| Movement | Valjoux 7750, automatic |
| Power Reserve | 48 hours |
| Functions | Hours, minutes, seconds, date, day, chronograph |
| Availability | From April 2024 |
| Price | A$4,850 |
Clifton Baumatic Moon Phases
- Baume & Mercier’s popular Clifton Moon Phases is released in 39mm in stainless steel, a perfectly proportioned case size that is suitable for a wide audience.
- Finished with gorgeous vignette blue or grey dials, combined with either rhodium-plated or gilded dial furniture, the Clifton brings a contemporary touch to a traditional-style watch.
- The watches are powered by the Baumatic BM14-1975 AC1 automatic movement, developed by ValFleurier. It’s beautifully decorated and boasts a 120-hour power reserve.
| Brand | Baume & Mercier |
| Model | Clifton Baumatic Moon Phases |
| Reference | Grey – M0A10758 Blue – M0A10756 |
| Case Dimensions | 39mm (D) x 12.2mm (T) |
| Case Material | Stainless steel |
| Water Resistance | 50m |
| Crystal(s) | Sapphire front and back |
| Dial | Blue or black/grey dégradé |
| Strap | Black or blue alligator leather, stainless steel folding clasp |
| Movement | Baumatic BM14-1975 AC1, in-house, automatic |
| Power Reserve | 120 hours |
| Functions | Hours, minutes, seconds, date, moon phase |
| Availability | From April 2024 |
| Price | A$7,250 |
Hampton Black Quartz
- Small rectangular dress watches are definitely a hot topic right now, and the Baume & Mercier Hampton Black Quartz brings a fresh take on the traditional Art Deco style.
- This minimalistic, 1920s-derived piece is brought up to date with a lug design that gives the impression that the black calfskin strap is integrated, creating a unique silhouette.
- Driven by a quartz movement, this simple time-only piece offers 8 years of run time.
| Brand | Baume & Mercier |
| Model | Hampton Black Quartz |
| Reference | M0A10760 |
| Case Dimensions | 35mm (D) x 6.9mm (T) |
| Case Material | Stainless steel |
| Water Resistance | 50m |
| Crystal(s) | Domed sapphire crystal |
| Dial | Black |
| Strap | Black calfskin leather |
| Movement | Quartz |
| Power Reserve | 8 Years |
| Functions | Hours, minutes |
| Availability | From April 2024 |
| Price | A$2,600 |
Riviera Squelette
- A new addition to the already-extensive Riviera line, the Squelette stands on its own with its open-worked dial.
- While the brushed stainless steel case is 42mm in diameter, which is a healthy size, it’s far from thick at 11.1mm.
- Visible through the dial and case back, the watch is powered by an automatic Sellita movement, offering a 38-hour power reserve.
| Brand | Baume & Mercier |
| Model | Riviera Squellette |
| Reference | M0A10721 |
| Case Dimensions | 42mm (D) x 11.1mm (T) |
| Case Material | Stainless steel |
| Water Resistance | 100m |
| Crystal(s) | Sapphire front and back |
| Dial | Openworked, brushed black |
| Strap | Integrated black rubber strap, butterfly clasp |
| Movement | Sellita AMT 2500, automatic, skeletonised |
| Power Reserve | 38 hours |
| Functions | Hours, minutes |
| Availability | From April 2024 |
| Price | A$6,900 |
Riviera Perpetual Calendar
- Anyone who missed out on the limited-edition, salmon-dialled Riviera Perpetual Calendar last year will be pleased to hear that it’s now entered regular production with a grey dial.
- At 40mm in diameter and 11.8mm thick, this QP is very well-proportioned, considering the complications involved.
- The watch is complete with a Baumatic BM13-1975 AC2 movement with a Dubois-Depraz module, offering full perpetual calendar complications and a 120-hour power reserve.
| Brand | Baume & Mercier |
| Model | Riviera Perpetual Calendar |
| Reference | M0A10786 |
| Case Dimensions | 40mm (D) x 11.8mm (T) |
| Case Material | Stainless steel |
| Water Resistance | 50m |
| Crystal(s) | Sapphire front and back |
| Dial | Brushed satin grey |
| Strap | Integrated stainless steel bracelet with triple folding clasp |
| Movement | BM13-1975 AC2, in-house, Baumatic with Dubois-Depraz perpetual calendar module |
| Power Reserve | 120 hours |
| Functions | Hours, minutes, seconds, day, date, month, leap-year indicator, moonphase |
| Availability | From April 2024 |
| Price | A$33,500 |
Riviera Acier-Titane
- The Acier-Titane uses a combination of metals and finishes to produce a unique and attractive take on the Riviera.
- Its 42mm case is in blue PVD-coated steel, with a grey PVD-coated titanium bezel and gold PVD feature ring, bringing together a combination of colours, textures and finishes.
- The watch is powered by the Baumatic self-winding movement, decorated with Côtes de Genève and visible through the sapphire crystal case back.
| Brand | Baume & Mercier |
| Model | Riviera Acier-Titane |
| Reference | M0A10769 |
| Case Dimensions | 43mm (D) x 10.6mm (T) |
| Case Material | Stainless steel |
| Water Resistance | 100m |
| Crystal(s) | Sapphire crystal and case back |
| Dial | Smoked blue sapphire dial with wave motif |
| Strap | Integrated blue rubber |
| Movement | Baumatic BM14-1975AC3, in-house, automatic |
| Power Reserve | 120 hours |
| Functions | Hours, minutes, seconds, date |
| Availability | From April 2024 |
| Price | A$4,850 |
Riviera Gold
- Baume & Mercier go full gold for the Riviera for 2024, with a stunning 39mm case in 18k pink gold.
- The gold indices and hands play well with the smoked sapphire wave-effect dial.
- Finished with an interchangeable, integrated black alligator leather strap with an 18K pink gold pin buckle, this makes for one of the classiest Rivieras in the range.
| Brand | Baume & Mercier |
| Model | Riviera Gold |
| Reference | M0A10787 |
| Case Dimensions | 39mm (D) x 9.6mm (T) |
| Case Material | 18k pink gold |
| Water Resistance | 50m |
| Crystal(s) | Sapphire crystal and case back |
| Dial | Smoked grey sapphire dial with wave motif |
| Strap | Integrated black alligator leather with 18k pink gold pin buckle |
| Movement | Baumatic BM14-1975A, in-house, automatic |
| Power Reserve | 120 hours |
| Functions | Hours, minutes, seconds, date |
| Availability | From April 2024 |
| Price | A$33,500 |
Riviera Tideograph (Maréographe)
- Baume & Mercier reveal their first Riviera complication of many due to debut in 2024, the Riviera Tideograph.
- Also known as the Maréographe, this Riviera complication features a tide disc that can be used to track the ocean’s roughly 12-hour tide cycle.
- A push-button at 4 o’clock makes it possible to adjust the tide disc.
- Its Baumatic movement still maintains a 120-hour power reserve.
Read more about the Baume & Mercier Riviera Tideograph here.
| Brand | Baume & Mercier |
| Model | Riviera Baumatic Tideograph (Riviera Maréographe) |
| Reference Number | 10761 |
| Case Dimensions | 43.06mm (D) x 12.34mm (T) |
| Case Material | Stainless steel |
| Water Resistance | 100 metres, screw-down crown |
| Crystal(s) | Sapphire front and back |
| Dial | Blue sunray, tide disc at 6 o’clock |
| Lug Width | Integrated |
| Strap | Blue rubber woven-effect strap with butterfly clasp |
| Movement | Baumatic BM14-1975AC3, in-house, automatic |
| Power Reserve | 120 hours (5 days) |
| Functions | Hours, minutes, seconds, tide graph |
| Availability | Limited to 500 pieces |
| Price | A$8,500 |
Riviera Diamants
- An elegant and sporty ladies’ watch, the Diamants is a 33mm stainless steel sports watch, combined with 44 brilliant-cut, VS quality diamonds.
- The Diamants is powered by a quality Swiss Ronda 714Li quartz movement, keeping things simple with a 5-year battery life.
- Its integrated bracelet design makes for a sporty and modern look, combined with the diamond bezel and wave-finish dial, completes the watch as an excellent option for all occasions.
| Brand | Baume & Mercier |
| Model | Riviera Diamants |
| Reference | M0A10765 |
| Case Dimensions | 33mm (D) x 9.5mm (T) |
| Case Material | Stainless steel |
| Water Resistance | 50m |
| Crystal(s) | Sapphire crystal |
| Dial | Satin finish blue lacquered with waves motif |
| Bracelet | Integrated stainless steel bracelet with triple folding clasp |
| Movement | Ronda 714Li Quartz |
| Power Reserve | 5yrs battery life, 10yrs overall autonomy |
| Functions | Hours, minutes, date |
| Availability | From April 2024 |
| Price | A$6,500 |