From a 250th-anniversary Breguet to Richard Mille’s latest motorsport flex, this week’s new releases span the full spectrum of horological ambition. We’ve got watches born in navy labs, others forged in cultural collaborations, and a few that quietly refine past icons for modern wrists. Whether you’re here for substance, showmanship, or both, there’s something worth strapping on:
Breguet Tradition Seconde Rétrograde 7035
To mark its 250th anniversary, Breguet turns to its Tradition series—unveiling the 7035 in a new proprietary “Breguet gold” alloy, paired with translucent grand feu enamel in deep blue. It retains the signature exposed movement architecture, but introduces a retrograde seconds display tucked between 10 and 11 o’clock. Subtle refinements like satin-finished bridges and the new “Quai de l’Horloge” guilloché pattern show the brand still knows how to evolve without shouting .
HYT S1 5N Gold Titanium ‘Fally Ipupa’ Edition
This limited-edition HYT is less of a watch and more of a wearable kinetic sculpture. With just 8 pieces available, the 45mm case fuses pink gold and black DLC titanium, housing the fluidic calibre 501-CM. Designed in collaboration with Congolese artist Fally Ipupa, the watch is bold, angular, and surprisingly ergonomic—clearly aimed at collectors who want spectacle with their engineering .
Citizen UNITE With BLUE ‘Sea of Silence’ Eco-Drive Collection
Citizen’s latest collection blends sustainability messaging with sleek execution. Structural ink dials—no pigments, just microstructure light play—give each watch a unique marine shimmer. The Attesa Satellite Wave GPS is the standout, with a Super Titanium case and full solar-powered GPS functionality. It’s both highly technical and environmentally pointed without looking like it’s trying .
Daniel Roth Extra Plat Rose Gold
Daniel Roth’s return to retail continues with this clean, time-only dress piece in 5N rose gold. The Extra Plat lives up to its name at 7.7mm thick, with a sculptural, gadroon-lined case and a guilloché dial in crisp white gold. The DR002 hand-wound calibre, visible through the caseback, brings serious movement pedigree—developed by Louis Vuitton’s high-watchmaking division. A rare mix of refinement and restraint .
Fossil x Superman Special Edition
Timed ahead of James Gunn’s Superman reboot, Fossil’s latest tie-in taps into 90s nostalgia with two affordable, collectible references. The S-Shield Watch leans rugged with a cracked grey dial and steel build, while the Metropolis Watch blends two-tone metal with a navy strap and a skyline view of Superman mid-flight. Both come in limited packaging with matching accessories—bracelets, cufflinks, and tins—making them ideal fan gear without the kitsch.
Serica Reference 5303 PLD Dive Chronometer
Originally built for the French Navy’s EOD divers, Serica’s new 5303 PLD balances tool-watch practicality with vintage charm. The commercial version features a gloss black enamel dial and oversized “Fat Lollipop” seconds hand for underwater legibility. It’s amagnetic—a requirement for mine clearance—and comes in at 39mm with the crown optionally placed left or right. Serious purpose with clean aesthetics .
Richard Mille RM 72-01 Charles Leclerc Edition
Richard Mille keeps the Formula 1 link strong with a special edition RM 72-01 for Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc. Limited to 150 pieces, the tonneau-shaped case houses a skeletonised flyback chronograph and costs $330,000 USD. It’s hyperlight, hypermodern, and frankly, more about brand equity than watchmaking nuance. But for Mille, that’s always part of the game .
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Grand Complication ‘Openface’
A landmark release: the first minute repeater in Vacheron’s sporty Overseas line. The titanium case houses the Calibre 2755 QP—a movement that includes a tourbillon, perpetual calendar, and chiming complication, all under an openworked sapphire dial. At 44.5mm, it’s not small, but the execution feels balanced. Serious high watchmaking, finally dressed for weekends .
