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The theme of many of this week’s releases is a return to more vintage proportions: Audemars Piguet releasing a more compact Code 11.59, Baltic introducing a new GADA (Go Anywhere, Do Anything) watch at just 37mm and anOrdain offering an innovative enamel dial in a 39mm case… But those with more substantial wrists need not worry. Among the best releases of the last seven days, there is also something for you, with names like HYT and Seiko catering to larger paws.Vario Empire True GMTThis is the first take on an elegant, Art Deco-inspired GMT from the Singaporean microbrand VarioThe dial is the real star of the show, which features pastel colours and tasteful guillocheIts 38mm compact case houses a Miyota 9075, an automatic true' GMT movementLearn more about the Vario Empire True GMT here.Longines Spirit Flyback TitaniumThe first Longines Spirit Flyback to use grade 5 titaniumIt looks nearly identical to the anthracite dial steel model but is distinguished with red dial accentsThe titanium model carries a US$650 premium over its steel counterpartLearn more about the Longines Spirit Flyback Titanium here.anOrdain Model 3 MethodProduced in collaboration with Scottish master woodworkers Method Studio, this model spent four years in developmentThe stamped, wood carving-inspired dial is covered by translucent enamel, the signature speciality of the Scottish brandThe 39mm Model 3 case, which features minimalist lugs, has the sole function of framing the art on the dialLearn more about the AnOrdain Model 3 Method here.Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin MoonJLC releases a new iteration of their Master Ultra Thin Moon with a pink gold case and an elegant gradient blue dialThe 39mm wide and just 9.3mm thick case houses the self-winding Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 925It comes with a matching blue alligator strap that perfectly complements the smoky blue of the dialLearn more about the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Moon Pink Gold Blue Gradient Dial here.Baltic Hermetique TourerThe Hermetique Tourer is an adventurous take on a field watch, paying attention to Baltic's vintage aestheticsIt’s water resistant to 150m even with a slender 10.8mm thickness, including a 2.5mm domed sapphire crystalThe 37mm diameter case houses a Miyota 9000-series movementLearn more about the Baltic Hermetique Tourer here.HYT Hastroid Red SilverThis alien-looking timepiece this time comes with a red liquid filling that really pops against the dark backdropInspired by a cockpit, the dial has been redesigned to increase readability, including a bright red minute handThe 48 x 52.3mm case is composed of carbon and titanium elements, displayed in various finishesLearn more about the HYT Hastroid Red Silver here.Seiko Prospex Landmaster 30th Anniversary Limited EditionThis celebratory field watch features a blue gradient dial inspired by the view from the top of Mount EverestWith a case made of Grade 2 Titanium, hard coated to protect from scratches, it's made to withstand the elementsPowered by the automatic calibre 8L35, it is a limited edition of 1,000 piecesLearn more about the Seiko Prospex Landmaster 30th Anniversary Limited Edition here.Biver La Danse du TempsPierre & Jean-Claude Biver have decided to create a unique piece for the Saln Internacional Alta Relojera Mexico as a tribute for the Day of the DeadDeveloped in collaboration with the Mexican artist Joel Nin?o, it depicts two Calaveras' on an onyx dialThis is the first time their Carillon Tourbillon has been presented in rose goldLearn more about the Biver La Danse du Temps here.Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 38mmThe Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet is now presented in 38mm for the first timeThe stamped dials that debuted on the steel models appear again in new purple and ivory huesIt's a strictly precious-metal, time-and-date-only offering – at least for nowLearn more about the Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 38mm here.Montblanc x Collective Horology 1858 Minerva Monopusher ChronographIndependent retailer Collective Horology partners with Montblanc on a stop-watch-inspired chronographThe white glossy dial with cream subdials is double-signed by both Montblanc and MinervaLimited to just 33 pieces, it is powered by a hand-wound, decorated calibre MB M13.21, based on a calibre from 1923Learn more about the Montblanc X Collective Horology 1858 Minerva Monopusher Chronograph here.
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