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While Milano Watch Week is taking place, our weekly selection is not restricted to the watches announced during the fair. We have Omega with a big announcement about a vintage-inspired Speedmaster in a more compact case, Hermes stopping the show with a Metier D'Art and Moser with a rare complication. Discover the rest of the selection below and enjoy reading!Hermes Slim d'Hermes FlagshipHermes’ Slim collection gets a new addition in a 39.5mm yellow gold case with a stunning (and slightly punny) dial.A limited edition of just 12 examples, its dial is inspired by Dimitri Rybaltchenko's design for a silk scarf.To achieve the dial’s special 3D effect, its aventurine base is painted with many layers of micro-paint, each going through a kiln to dry.Learn more about the Hermes Slim d'Hermes Flagship here.H. Moser & Cie Pioneer Retrograde SecondsMoser introduces a new show-stopping complication that jumps every 30 seconds in the Pioneer Collection.The retrograde seconds at 6 o'clock lets you have a glimpse of the cam at the heart of its retrograde function.The aesthetic is typical Moser, with an almost invisible logo and a lacquered Midnight Blue fume dial.Learn more about the H. Moser & Cie Pioneer Retrograde Seconds here.Czapek & Cie Antarctique GMT Milano EditionYou probably guessed wrong: this isn't a GMT watch, but rather a collaboration with Milan-based retailer GMT.In pure Milan fashion, the 4N gold dial is a red thread that connects all GMT's limited editions.Presented during the Milano Watch Week, it will be available exclusively through GMT Milano's boutique.Learn more about the Czapek & Cie Antartique GMT Milano Edition here.Seiko 5 Sports Yuto Horigome Limited EditionSeiko has introduced a limited-edition model in collaboration with Yuto Horigome, Japan’s top skateboarder, featuring his personal “hawk-feather” family crest on the dial and case back.The watch’s design reflects Horigome’s vintage style preferences, with a gradient dial, crocodile-pattern strap and bold hands for enhanced legibility.This limited edition measures 39.4 x 48.1mm, resulting in an overall compact size.Learn more about the Seiko 5 Sports Yuto Horigome Limited Edition here.Hautlence Sphere Series 2Hautlence has introduced the Sphere Series 2, a bold monochromatic timepiece with a unique spherical jumping hours display, limited to 28 pieces.The watch features a split open dial, with the left side showcasing the animated spherical hour’s display and the right featuring a retrograde minute hand.Powered by the hand-wound Calibre A80, the watch offers a 72-hour power reserve, is housed in an anthracite PVD steel case with a sporty aesthetic, and is water resistant to 10 ATM.Learn more about the Hautlence Sphere Series 2 here.Zenith Defy Skyline Skeleton Bhindi Limited EditionZenith launches a new Defy Skyline to mark the milestone of its 10-year partnership with Bhindi Jewelers, unveiled by Zenith Chief Product Officer Romain Marietta at a swanky event in West Hollywood.This 50-piece limited edition combines a stainless steel case with a rainbow sapphire-adorned bezel and rainbow indices.Like our Time+Tide Night Surfer El Primero, it’s powered by the El Primero 3620 SK calibre.Learn more about the Zenith Defy Skyline Skeleton Bhindi Limited Edition here.Mr Jones Watches UnpluggedMr Jones has launched Unplugged, a limited edition watch that encourages time away from technology to enjoy simple pleasures like reading and music.Designed by Belgian illustrator Kristof Devos, the character’s leg points to the hours, and a window frame marks the minutes.The design blends nostalgia with modern life, showing retro tech reminding wearers of a time when being “unplugged” was easier and how it’s still possible today.Learn more about the Mr Jones Watches Unplugged here.Ulysse Nardin Freak S WOS Centenary ExclusiveThe Ulysse Nardin Freak, released in 2001, was groundbreaking with no dial, hands, or crown, and was the first watch to use silicon in its movement.The Freak S Watches of Switzerland Centenary Edition includes advanced materials, including DiamonSil and Grinder technology.Its standout feature is the Crystalium plate, made from crystallized ruthenium with a unique purple-violet hue, making each of the 10 limited edition pieces one-of-a-kind.Learn more about the Ulysse Nardin Freak S WOS Centenary Exclusive here.Omega Speedmaster First Omega in SpaceThe second generation of the First Omega in Space sports an updated movement, the Co-Axial 3861.The 39.7mm steel case houses a CVD-coloured blue-grey dial.Pricing starts at US$7,500.Learn more about the Omega Speedmaster First Omega in Space here.Longines Flagship HeritageThe Longines Flagship Heritage 2024 collection introduces green, anthracite, and havana beige dials into the mix.The 38.5mm stainless steel cases are each outfitted with the signature 18k gold medallion hand-painted with enamel on the case back.All three variations are priced at US$3,050 and they come with a strap matching the dial colour (except for the green).Learn more about the Longines Flagship Heritage here.Lorier x Worn & Wound Astra StargazerThe Lorier x Worn & Wound Astra Stargazer can be a great daily wearer for the astronomers among us.It uses its three-hand arrangement creatively to depict various aspects of astronomy, as well as referencing the Raketa Copernic.It's powered by the ultra-thin Miyota 90S5 automatic movement for a total thickness of 11mm, including an acrylic crystal and 100m of water resistance.Learn more about the Lorier x Worn & Wound Astra Stargazer here.Bower Tide SeekerThe Bower Tide Seeker is an analogue tide-tracking watch designed for coastal enthusiasts, offering a simpler alternative to digital models.It features a detailed dial with a tide hand, luminous markers, and a choice of Deep Sea Blue or Pearl White finishes.The watch includes a 39mm stainless steel case, a precise quartz movement, and a quick-release leather strap, though more water-friendly options are recommended for beach use.Learn more about the Bower Tide Seeker here.
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