Last Updated:May 30, 2025, 14:56 IST
A celebration of timeless craftsmanship and modern innovation, these new luxury watches redefine elegance for the discerning collector.
Here’s a look at the most compelling watches unveiled by IWC Schaffhausen, Seiko, Rolex, Panerai, G-SHOCK, and Daniel Wellington.
From heritage tributes and horological feats to modern minimalism and sustainable innovation, the latest timepiece launches from world-renowned watchmakers celebrate craftsmanship, legacy, and evolving design narratives. Here’s a look at the most compelling watches unveiled by IWC Schaffhausen, Seiko, Rolex, Panerai, G-SHOCK, and Daniel Wellington.
IWC SCHAFFHAUSEN
Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual Calendar Tourbillon Le Petit Prince
IWC pays tribute to Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s “The Little Prince” with two new Pilot’s Watches, including the exquisite Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual Calendar Tourbillon Le Petit Prince. Limited to 100 pieces, this edition debuts a stunning 46.5mm blue ceramic case paired with 18-carat 5N gold detailing. Housing the IWC-manufactured 51950 calibre, the timepiece features a perpetual calendar, a flying minute tourbillon, and celestial-inspired details like a moon phase display depicting the Little Prince on his asteroid. The watch merges poetic storytelling with haute horlogerie.
SEIKO
Astron GPS Solar Dual-Time Chronograph
The newest Seiko Astron boasts cutting-edge timekeeping and sleek, refined aesthetics. Crafted with a titanium bezel and sapphire crystal insert, the chronograph’s angular silhouette is softened with mirror polishing. Diamond-cut subdial markers and a textured dial with horizontal stripes lend visual precision. Engineered for comfort, the lightweight titanium build and dual-curved sapphire crystal enhance wearability and legibility—an elegant evolution of Seiko’s space-age legacy.
ROLEX
Oyster Perpetual Land-Dweller
Introducing the all-new Land-Dweller, Rolex reimagines integrated design with the debut of calibre 7135 and the revolutionary Dynapulse escapement. Offered in 36mm and 40mm variants, the Land-Dweller features the new Flat Jubilee bracelet and a seamless Oyster case in white Rolesor (Oystersteel and white gold). The watch’s honeycomb dial and fluted bezel add depth and brilliance, while the 5 Hz movement ensures exceptional precision. This launch signals a bold new chapter in Rolex’s design journey.
PANERAI
Submersible Chrono Marina Militare Experience Edition PAM01699
Limited to just 35 pieces, Panerai’s PAM01699 honors its military heritage with an exclusive experience tied to Italian Naval Aviation. Buyers are invited to a 3-day tactical training at the Naval Air Station in Grottaglie, Puglia. The flyback chronograph houses the P.9100/R calibre with five patented functions, combining performance and purpose. Ergonomic pushers and a robust design underline Panerai’s enduring connection to resilience and innovation in extreme conditions.
G-SHOCK
DW-5000R: A Tribute to the Original Icon
G-SHOCK revives its inaugural DW-5000 in a modern avatar that remains loyal to the 1983 original. Featuring a stainless-steel case, bio-based resin, LED Super Illuminator, and signature brick-pattern dial, this edition is a tribute to toughness, designed and manufactured at Yamagata Casio. With red, blue, and yellow accents denoting passion, water resistance, and shock resistance, the DW-5000R bridges heritage with sustainability at an accessible INR 14,995 price point.
DANIEL WELLINGTON
Spring/Summer 2025 Collection – Launched in India
Daniel Wellington’s SS25 Collection channels vintage charm with contemporary flair. Highlights include the Marlon, a pillow-case timepiece with linen-printed dials; Jolie Chain, blurring the lines between jewellery and function; and Ophelia Mini, featuring an elegant oval case and Roman numerals. Designed in Stockholm and priced between ₹15,700 and ₹19,800, the collection emphasizes self-expression, minimalist elegance, and Scandinavian craftsmanship—tailored for the modern Indian consumer.
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