New releases from Jaeger-LeCoultre, Audemars Piguet, Louis Moinet and more

Pietro Pilla

The calm after the storm: that’s how I would describe the state of the week. After Watches and Wonders (which we covered in detail here), the past seven days haven’t been very prolific with releases. However, you can read our top picks for the latest W&W here. Of the brands not exhibiting in Geneva this year, Blancpain and Audemars Piguet are the first two to announce some novelties and, with Milan Design Week taking place now, we have Jaeger-LeCoultre unveiling its latest Atmos.

Jaeger-LeCoultre Atmos Infinite Halo

• Jaeger-LeCoultre unveils its latest Atmos clock, featuring a striking white lacquered dial.
• Driven by temperature changes in the atmosphere, the Atmos can run perpetually thanks to its ingenious breathing drive mechanism.
• Unveiling during Milan Design Week, the Atmos Infinite Halo proves that JLC is a force to be reckoned with when it comes to contemporary horological design.
• Price: CHF 18,000.

Learn more about the Jaeger-LeCoultre Atmos Infinite Halo here.

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Ceramic ‘Bleu Nuit, Nuage 50’ Collection

• Audemars Piguet has finally perfected its ‘Bleu Nuit, Nuage 50’ colour in ceramic, which is based on the first Royal Oak dial from 1972.
• It debuts across three releases, being a Double Balance Wheel Openworked, a 42mm Offshore Chronograph, and a 43mm Offshore Chronograph in stainless steel with a ceramic bezel.
• The deep blue hue is supposed to evoke the clear night sky above the Vallée de Joux.
• Price: from £37,200.

Learn more about the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Ceramic ‘Bleu Nuit, Nuage 50’ Collection here.

Louis Moinet 1816 Chronograph

• Louis Moinet announces a new model inspired by the world’s first chronograph watch, the Compteur de Tierces.
• It’s made in a 40.5mm case crafted from grade 5 titanium that’s water-resistant to 50 metres.
• The watch is powered by the new calibre LM1816, comprised of 330 parts, ticking at 4 Hz.
• Price: On request.

Learn more about the Louis Moinet 1816 Chronograph here.

Biver Automatique Yellow Gold & Atelier Series Carbon Edition

• Biver announces two new Automatique watches, expanding its nascent range.
• With one model looking more towards traditional watchmaking and the other more into the future, it is still evident they share the same DNA.
• Both the yellow gold and the carbon dial models house the very decorated Calibre JCB.003.
• Price: from CHF 75,000.

Learn more about the Biver Automatique Yellow Gold & Atelier Series Carbon Edition here.

Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Automatique 42mm

• A steel Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Automatique 42mm finally enters the permanent collection.
• It’s strictly available with a sunburst black dial, but with four strap options: NATO, Tropic-style rubber, sailcloth, and steel bracelet.
• The overall look, as well as the price, really changes depending on the strap and clasp style.
• Price: from US$15,500.

Learn more about the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Automatique 42mm here.

Parmigiani Fleurier L’Armoriale Mysterious Minute Repeaters Dawn Rose & Midnight Fjord

• Parmigiani Fleurier, following the success of Watches and Wonders, releases two new Armoriale models in pastel rose and blue.
• Born from the mind of Michael Parmigiani, these new variations are built by a hand-picked team like the original.
• They are more like pieces of art than actual watches; the time is hidden on a secret dial visible only to its wearer.
• Price: On request.

Learn more about the Parmigiani Fleurier L’Armoriale Mysterious Minute Repeaters Dawn Rose & Midnight Fjord here.

Luminox Navy SEAL 4230 Series

• Luminox announces a new model in partnership with the Navy SEALs special unit.
• The watch features a black grained dial equipped with Luminox Light Technology (LLT), featuring 16 light tubes in iconic green and orange, housed in a 45mm, 316L stainless steel case and bezel.
• Water resistant to 400 metres, and with a bomb-proof quartz movement, it’s going to be a great choice for active personnel.
• Price: To be confirmed.

Learn more about the Luminox Navy SEAL 4230 Series here.

Moritz Grossmann Art Edition Max Frintrop

• Moritz Grossmann and contemporary artist Max Frintrop join forces to release a batch of unique watches.
• This small batch is comprised of 16 unique pieces, with the dial coming from the floor of the artist’s studio.
• Each dial has been the process of cutting several layers of paint to reach this final result, available in rose gold or stainless steel.
• Price: from EUR 39,500.

Learn more about the Moritz Grossmann Art Edition Max Frintrop here.

Seiko 5 Sports Supercars Limited Edition SRPL54K

• Seiko introduces another limited edition watch celebrating their partnership with the Repco Supercars Championship, Australia’s premier touring car racing category.
• The 42.5mm case perfectly frames the grey and black dial, which, together with the subtle pop of red, immediately makes it look like it’s made for racing.
• This is limited to 2,025 pieces for each model, and it’s being sold in a special collector’s box.
• Price: AU$695.

Learn more about the Seiko 5 Sports Supercars Limited Edition here.

Timex Deepwater Meridian & 1995 Intrepid Reissue

• Timex is reissuing two old models with the support of Dimepiece and Foundwell.
• The 1995 Intrepid Reissue is a model that reissues a dive watch from the ’90s, with a very different dimension compared to today’s sizes.
• With 200 metres of water resistance, it has a stainless steel 46mm case with a rubber strap.
• Price: To be confirmed.

Learn more about the Timex Deepwater Meridian & 1995 Intrepid Reissue here.