Presenting the @christiaanvanderklaauw × Revolution Grand Planetarium Eccentric Si14 (Silicium), an extraordinary six-piece limited edition that transforms celestial mechanics into a shifting theater of the night.

Astronomical complications represent one of the most expansive and evocative domains of watchmaking, and none capture the imagination quite like the mechanical planetarium. In this remarkable collaboration, Christiaan van der Klaauw — together with @pim_koeslag — brings the entire Solar System to the wrist.

Based on the original Grand Planetarium Eccentric first introduced in 2024, the Grand Planetarium Eccentric Si14 (Silicium) is a variation of the first and only mechanical wristwatch capable of displaying the real-time orbits of all eight planets, from Mercury all the way out to Neptune. Arranged across an iridescent dial crafted from nine pieces of oxidized silicon, the planets revolve along luminous orbital tracks, their paths illuminated in Super-LumiNova and engraved with their true orbital periods.

Encircling the dial is a zodiac scale, read via a triangular indicator opposite Earth, revealing the region of the sky in which the Sun appears from our vantage point. As darkness falls, the dial comes vividly alive — a miniature cosmos rendered in light.

Housed in a hardened 44mm stainless steel case treated with low-temperature carbon diffusion for exceptional durability, the watch is powered by the CVDK self-winding calibre CKM-01 with a 60-hour power reserve. The movement is crowned by a sculptural rotor shaped like the brand’s logo, set above bridges engraved with a field of stars.

Limited to just 6 numbered pieces.

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At first glance it might not seem like a bezel is particularly technical or important but @rolex goes to show that there is an immense amount of history (and engineering) in the humble bezel.

From Bakelite to aluminium to contemporary Cerachrom, the GMT-Master’s bezel insert traces a quiet but fascinating evolution in material science, durability and colour. And few colourways carry quite as much intrigue as the red-and-black “Coke”, a configuration whose history stretches back further than many realise.

This story revisits the “Coke” bezel not simply as a collector favourite, but as a case study in Rolex’s exploration of bezel materials and colours. From the first Bakelite insert with luminous radium numerals, to the aluminium era of references like the 16760 and 16710, to the patent filed by Rolex in 2023 for multicolored zirconia-based ceramic, the “Coke” bezel reveals a clear-cut narrative of engineering evolution. It also delves into the process behind creating these ceramic bezels, showing how what may seem like a mere ring of ceramic carries significant historical weight and technical challenges, especially in Rolex’s long pursuit of a two-tone red and black ceramic bezel.

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It should come as no surprise that lovers of fine watchmaking have a penchant for quirky little cartoon guys on their dials, but the relationship between the British tool-watch brand and the venerable Felix, who was created in 1919, makes a surprising amount of sense. Inspired by the United States Navy fighter squadron VFA-31, known as the Tomcatters, who operate under the callsign ‘Felix’, and have a distinctive black-and-yellow insignia of a running Felix the Cat, carrying a suitably cartoonish bomb with a lit fuse. It’s a motif with a rich history, dating back to the historic VF-3, Squadron, who fought at Midway in WWII.

@bremontwatches Bremont’s take on this military motif is a blacked-out titanium MB Meteor with an applied Felix at the bottom of the dial, a clear homage to the Tomcatters insignia, though this version has swapped out the bomb, and is instead making off with the applied six, a bit of design that is both whimsical and a nice nod to the military jargon of ‘watching your six’, or having your back.

Marrying the worlds of horology and cartoons can be a delicate line to walk, and can be risky. But when done well, it can result in some real magic, and I think that’s what Bremont has done here. Not only is it a watch with plenty of charm and a dahs of whimsy, it’s also one that is authentically on-brand for Bremont and it’s strong military ties. The watch is limited to 500 pieces.

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@parmigianifleurier Parmigiani Fleurier`s latest take on the sleek and sporty Tonda PF Automatis is the 36mm stainless steel Alta Rosa model. The signature Grain d’Orge guilloché dial for which the brand is famous is, as always, front and centre, but here it is realised in a subtle pink hue. The brand notes that this hue is the result of a continuation of coherent chromatic and architectural research, the latest step in an evolving palette of tones. Regardless of how you describe it, we think the combination of soft dial with that pronounced and sporty silhouette is a winning one. ...

@louisvuitton Louis Vuitton’s Escales Autour du Monde pocket watch journey heads to Japan with the Escale au Mont Fuji – a one-off haute horlogerie scene that pairs the theatre of a Jacquemart automata with a minute repeater, then seals it with exceptional métiers d’art techniques.

The dial captures a peaceful spring dawn as the sun rises behind Mount Fuji, brought to life through four animations: a compass rose spinning at 12; a delicate wooden fishing boat gliding right-to-left while carrying sculpted gold Louis Vuitton trunks that slowly open and close to reveal Monogram flowers; mythical Ebisu at the helm with his fishing rod and tai sea bream; and Sakura blossoms shaped like Louis Vuitton Monogram flowers, swaying gently in the wind. Framing it all is a bezel set with 60 baguette-cut sapphires, individually selected and set in colour gradation to echo the pastel sky.

Power comes from the manual-winding LFT AU14.03 calibre, comprising 561 components, which integrates a minute repeater with an automata module and a tourbillon. The hands sit on the caseback rather than the dial, keeping the front entirely devoted to artistry. Crafted at @lafabriquedutemps La Fabrique du Temps Louis Vuitton in Geneva, the Escale au Mont Fuji is a double perspective: mechanical vision behind, and an enamel-and-engraving masterwork up front. It’s travel, translated into sound, motion, and miniature detail. ...

@norqain Norqain doubles down on its adventure-first identity with a trio of new 40mm releases: the Adventure 40mm in green and grey, plus an orange-accented Neverest that’s equal parts tool and statement.

The Adventure models run on the COSC-certified Norqain Calibre N08 with a 41-hour power reserve, and lean into legibility with a new mountain-pattern dial framed by a luminous outer ring. Add a unidirectional bezel with a crisp click system, a mountain-motif rubber strap, and 200m water resistance, and this is a setup that’s equally at home on land or at sea.

Finally, there’s the Adventure Neverest, limited to 350 pieces, with a black-to-grey gradient dial lit up by vivid orange details, plus a compass-style bidirectional bezel for the outdoorsy brief.

In keeping with the Neverest line’s mission, 10% of proceeds go to the Butterfly Help Project in Nepal, supporting families of fallen Sherpas and education for their children. ...

With the 2026 Season of F1 due to take off in Melbourne on Sunday, there’s plenty of talk about the cars, drivers, and last-minute engine management changes that have @mercedesamgf1 and @redbullracing already butting heads. Of course, there’s plenty of activity when it comes to the wrist-born machines too, with some jockeying for position — with some brands shifting places, and some new players entering the track.

@breitling is perhaps the most prominent addition F1 starting grid, taking over from @girardperregaux at @astonmartinf1, with @fernandoalo_oficial and @lance_stroll likely to be wearing the recently announced Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43 Aston Martin Formula One™ Team.

But @girardperregaux is still in the race, taking over from @bremontwatches as @williamsf1official`s watch sponsor, though no official watch has been unveiled yet, but we`d bet on a Laureato of some sort.

Of course, there’s plenty of @richardmille on deck, as the brand sponsors both @scuderiaferrari and @mclaren, meaning we’re likely to see the billionaire’s watch of choice on the wrists of @lando and @oscarpiastri for McLaren and the legendary @lewishamilton and @charles_leclerc at Ferrari.

@alpinef1team drivers will be able to enjoy a sporty pink number from @moserwatches, and @mercedesamgf1 drivers @georgerussell63 and @kimitonelli will be repping bright blue @iwcwatches pieces. @visacashapprb drivers will be wearing @tudorwatch, and one of the wildcards will be @valtteribottas and @schecoperez for the new @cadillacf1 team, which has @tommyhilfiger on for teamwear, a deal that might cover the wrist.

It wouldn’t be F1 without a healthy dose of @tagheuer, who are the official timekeepers for the whole event, but also retain sponsorship of @redbullracing. @maxverstappen1 is often seen in a classic Monaco, but maybe he’ll mix it up in Melbourne? ...