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1. Patek Philippe Ref. 5172G Chronograph
Patek Philippe, a leading brand in the Swiss watch industry, consistently presents the most coveted timepieces at Baselworld. Renowned for upgrading classic designs, Patek Philippe focuses on precision and perfection in craftsmanship.
The Ref. 5172G Chronograph is introduced to replace the 2010 Ref. 5170 model. It features a white gold case, a deep navy blue dial with luminescent Arabic numerals, and a 41mm case diameter, larger than the Ref 5170. Notably, the functional pushers are adorned with Guilloche patterns, paired with a green calf leather strap instead of the traditional alligator leather. The Ref. 5172G houses the calibre CH 29-535 PS manual winding movement, providing a power reserve of up to 65 hours, with a listed price of $73,712 (approximately 1.7 billion VND).
2. Breitling Navitimer Ref. 806 1959 Re-Edition
First introduced in 1952, the Navitimer quickly became a highly regarded timepiece among pilots, thanks to its innovative slide rule bezel for energy consumption and average aircraft speed calculations.
This new edition faithfully replicates almost every detail of the original Navitimer 806, including the 90-bead bezel and 40.9mm diameter. The only difference lies in the movement – the hand-wound calibre B09 with a power reserve of up to 70 hours. Similar to the original model, the Re-Edition version features an all-black dial with matching sub-dials. Even the Breitling text in uppercase and the winged logo are accurately recreated based on the 1959 version. The logo with the unmarked double-wing is used only in the European market, while the version sold in the U.S. features the AOPA logo. This edition is priced at $8,600.
3. Calatrava Pilot Alarm Travel Time 5520P
Calatrava Pilot Alarm Travel Time 5520P stands out with its textured black dial, large luminescent numeral hour markers, and stylized hands for easy dual-time readability. The platinum case is generously sized at 42.2mm, featuring 4 balance-setting buttons on both sides.
The Calatrava 5520P is based on the design of the 5524G model but incorporates an additional 24-hour alarm function. The alarm function is displayed through 2 windows below the 12 o'clock position, accompanied by a bell icon to indicate the alarm mode. Additionally, this model utilizes the in-house calibre AL 30-660 S C FUS automatic winding movement with a power reserve of 52 hours – a patented mechanism with 4 patents for the alarm function.
4. Zenith Defy Inventor
Zenith, a highly renowned brand from Switzerland, presents the Defy Inventor this year: A timepiece that asserts the sophistication of a gentleman. The standout feature of this luxury watch is the single-beat Zenith Oscillator escapement.
The external design of the Zenith Defy Inventor is captivating and masculine. The case is crafted from Aeronith (the world's lightest aluminum composite), and the intricately engraved bezel provides a rugged concrete-like texture. The openworked dial mimics Zenith's iconic 5-pointed star, finished in a deep masculine green. The watch strap is upgraded with a black rubber base and an upper layer of coordinated green alligator leather matching the dial.
