Independent watchmaker Laurent Ferrier has long been associated with its classical, minimalist pebble-shaped cases, paired with movements of exceptional refinement. In recent years, however, the brand has expanded its scope to include sport watches, distinguished not only by their more robust construction but also by the addition of integrated bracelets.

Now, the sport collection welcomes, for the first time, a dual-time complication with the Sport Traveller, an all-titanium wristwatch that may well represent the sweet spot within the brand’s sport-oriented offerings.

The all-new Sport Traveller

Minimalist travel time

True to Laurent Ferrier’s style, the new Sport Traveller remains restrained on the dial, despite offering a useful set of indications. Hours and minutes are displayed centrally, with a small seconds sub-dial at six o’clock, much like a conventional time-only watch. The additional functions are discreetly integrated into two apertures: at three o’clock for the date, and at nine o’clock for the second time zone, displayed in a 24-hour format.

Adjusting the second time zone is intuitive. Two pushers on the left side of the case allow the local hour hand to jump forwards or backwards in one-hour increments, a system reminiscent of the travel time mechanism developed by Patek Philippe in the 1950s.

The cushion case feels both masculine and elegant on the wrist

Because this is a sports watch, the dial is luminescent, something relatively unusual for Laurent Ferrier. Even so, it retains the brand’s signature slender hands and markers. In low light, the fine, elongated lume plots give the impression of arrows in motion, adding a sense of dynamism without compromising the overall restraint.

The assegai-shaped hands pair beautifully with lume

An excellent micro-rotor movement

Inside is the micro-rotor movement that helped define the brand, first introduced in 2012 with the Galet Micro-Rotor. It was originally developed with La Fabrique du Temps for Laurent Ferrier, before being finished to an exceptionally high standard in-house.

Here, the LF275.01 is adapted to suit its more robust, sporty context. The bridges are simplified in their geometry, giving a cleaner and more contemporary look, complemented by horizontal brushing with a muted grey tone. The double direct escapement has also been replaced with a Swiss lever escapement, prioritising stability and reliability under shock.

Sporty yet classical

Otherwise, the movement retains what Laurent Ferrier does best: finely judged proportions, thoughtful construction, and finishing that remains deeply satisfying to examine, something still rather unusual for a sports watch.

The micro rotor in platinum

Tech Specs: Laurent Ferrier Sport Traveller
Reference: LCF045.T1.NG1C7
Movement: Cal. LF275.01, automatic micro-rotor, 72-hour power reserve, 28,800 vph (4 Hz)
Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds, dual time, date
Case: 42 mm x 13.3 mm, grade 5 titanium, water resistant to 100 m
Bracelet: Titanium bracelet with deployant buckle
Price: SGD 106,400