Travel hours for 2022 – Robb Report

Although many, if not all, of the models presented at Watches and Wonders Geneva last month were designed before the events of 2020, it is tempting to interpret the plethora of travel-themed watches as an inevitable byproduct of two years of stagnation caused by the epidemic. At least, they prove that watchmakers, like many of us, are eager to start crossing the globe again. The seven wristwatches below are the perfect accessories to help you realize those imaginative journeys.

Hermès Arceau Le Temps Voyageur

Laurent Dordet, CEO of Hermès, described the brand’s new Arceau Le Temps Voyageur watch – available in two versions, a 38mm blue steel model and a 41mm black platinum model – as a watch with “two invitations to travel,” referring to the real-world GMT function that Offering time in two different time zones simultaneously, as well as the fictional world depicted on the dial, is a stunning fantasy map “Planisphère d’un monde équestre”, borrowed from a silk scarf design by Jerome Coliard. Encased in the watchmaker’s signature Arceau style, designed by Henri d’Origny in 1978, both models are equipped with the Hermès H1837 self-winding mechanical movement, featuring a 122-element “time-of-travel” unit that extends the hours, minutes and dual. Time display with city indication. $22,550 for blue, $28,825 for black; hermes.com

Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Grand Tradition Caliber 948

At the center of this gorgeous new world time clock from Jaeger-LeCoultre is a map of the world as seen from the North Pole. Not your standard 2D map, this version floats above the dial bed on a domed skeleton composed of the latitude and longitude of the northern hemisphere, where the outlines of the continents are cut from white gold leaf and decorated with champlevé enamel. The process requires 70 hours of work for one disc. A disc of transparent blue lacquer applied to a wavy braided pattern represents the oceans. The flying tourbillon that appears in a circular aperture on one side of the map reminds Jaeger-LeCoultre that it is capable of producing much more than just a pretty face. Available in a limited edition of 20 pieces. $227,000; jaeger-lecoultre.com

Parmigiani Tonda BF GMT Ratrapant

The new Tonda PF GMT Rattrapante from boutique watchmaker Parmigiani Fleurier has been hailed as one of the preeminent introductions to timepieces and wonders, featuring GMT dual time function and rattrapante complications. The latter is usually used to enable the simultaneous timing of multiple events. But in the case of the Tonda PF GMT, the watchmaker has re-used the rattrapante as a flyback accessory in GMT. Two delta-shaped hour hands – one in 18k rhodium-plated gold, the other in 18k rose gold – remain superimposed until the pusher is pressed at 8 o’clock to send the upper rhodium-plated gold hand, indicating local time, 1 hour Ahead, revealing a rose-gold “home time” scorpion underneath. Depressing the rose gold push-button integrated into the crown repositions the hands again. “What makes it special is that the Ratrapant function has never before been used outside of chronograph watches,” says Guido Tirrini, CEO of Parmigiani. Rob’s report. The world premiere comes in a 40mm diameter stainless steel case with a blue Milanese spare dial and knurled platinum bezel, on a contemporary integrated steel bracelet. $27,800 parmigiani.com

Patek Philippe ref. 5326G-001 annual travel time calendar

Beyond the new complication set, annual calendar and second timezone display, what’s the new reference. The 5326G-001 uses its durable retro-looking dial, whose textured charcoal gray look is supposed to evoke the atmosphere of an old camera. Housed in a new Calatrava case with fluted sides, the model features the brand’s signature stud pattern. $76880; patek.com

Patek Philippe ref. UTC 5231G

Among the three new versions of the famous world time model presented by Patek Philippe in Geneva, ref. The 5231G is almost certainly the most collectible. The latest in a long series of world timers featuring a stunning Grand Feu cloisonne enamel dial, this 38.5mm white gold version features a map highlighting Oceania and Southeast Asia. $88,710 patek.com

Rolex Air King ref. 126900

In keeping with Rolex’s penchant for evolution, not revolution, the new Air-King is a study in little change. The redesigned 40mm steel Oyster case is made more sporty thanks to the addition of crown guards, and the Oyster bracelet now has a wider center link and an Oysterlock safety clasp. The distinctive Air-King lettering, the dial since the model debuted in 1958, and the black dial introduced in 2016, with its large 3, 6 and 9 hour numerals, has not changed. But the minute scale now features a ‘0’ before the ‘5’ for a more balanced display. The new, improved Chromalight display ensures maximum clarity in dark conditions, and new and improved luminescent material on the hands, triangular hour markers at the 12 o’clock position and on the numerals make the dial easier to read in the dark. The Air-King is newly equipped with the Perpetual 3230 standard, and is ready to fly. $7,400 rolex.com

Rolex GMT-Master II Ref. 126720VTNR

The classic dual time zone watch, introduced in 1955, now comes with an unexpected left-hand version that features a crown and crown guard positioned on the left side of a 40mm diameter Oystersteel case, as well as a date display aperture and a cyclops lens at 9°. clock instead of the traditional 3 o’clock. This is not all. The model’s monobloc Cerachrome frame accessory now comes in green and black, a color combination never seen before on the GMT-Master II, and sure to inspire a host of pop culture-inspired monikers. $11,050 USD; rolex.com