Gold standard in haute horlogerie
From Omega’s robust bronze alloy to Richard Mille’s innovative quartz composite and Hermes’ artistic work clad in precious metal, these new creations redefine and elevate luxury with gold
Richard Mille RM 74-02
Richard Mille has once again pushed the boundaries of material innovation with the unveiling of the RM 74-02 Automatic Tourbillon in Gold Quartz TPT. The material is exclusive to Richard Mille and is developed in collaboration with Swiss composite expert North Thin Ply Technology.
This intricate composite, a fusion of quartz fibres and 22-carat 5N red gold leaf, is created through a complex process of layering and high-pressure heating, resulting in a material that is both robust and visually stunning. The translucent quartz allows the warm glow of the embedded gold to shimmer, creating a captivating play of light.
Beneath this radiant exterior lies the in-house CRMT5 Calibre, an automatic tourbillon movement crafted from 18K gold. The architectural openwork structure, featuring a red gold and platinum variable-geometry rotor, ensures 50 hours of precise performance. The hand-finished details and bevelled flange further elevate the watch’s refined aesthetic.
Omega Seamaster 300M
Omega has reimagined its celebrated Seamaster Diver 300M in its proprietary Bronze Gold. The new watch is reminiscent of the 007 model from No Time to Die as it seamlessly blends the adventurous spirit of deep-sea exploration with the precision of haute horlogerie, encased in an exclusive material.
The 42mm case, crafted from Omega’s proprietary 9K Bronze Gold, stands as the centrepiece. This unique alloy, enriched with palladium and silver, promises exceptional corrosion resistance, ensuring a slow and graceful patina over time.
The burgundy oxalic anodised aluminium bezel, with its vintage Super-LumiNova diving scale, provides a rich contrast against the matte black, sandblasted aluminium dial. PVD 18K Bronze Gold hands and blackened indexes, filled with vintage Super-LumiNova, enhance legibility in any light.
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The watch is offered in two distinct styles: a brushed Bronze Gold mesh bracelet for a refined aesthetic, or an integrated black rubber strap for a sportier feel.
Powering this diver is the Omega Co-Axial Master Chronometer Calibre 8806, visible through the sapphire crystal caseback. This movement, certified by Metas, guarantees exceptional precision, performance and magnetic resistance.
Slim d’Hermes Cheval brosse
The Slim d’Hermes Cheval brosse, a limited-edition creation, brings a dream to reality. Featuring a vibrant horse motif by Dimitri Rybaltchenko, pad-printed against an azure enamel sky, this watch embodies Hermes’ 2025 theme, Drawn to Craft.
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The dial is a miniature canvas of artistic mastery and the azure enamel backdrop is achieved through layered application and firing, setting the stage for the horse’s profile. This motif is then brought to life via pad printing, a process that lends depth and vibrancy to the design.
Housed in a white gold case, the watch embodies the minimalist elegance of the Slim d’Hermes line, designed by Philippe Delhotal, creative director of Hermes Horloger. Powering this artistic creation is the ultra-thin, self-winding H1950 movement, crafted in Hermes’ own workshops.
Completing the watch’s aesthetic is a matte Bleu Abysse alligator strap, a nod to Hermes’ leatherworking heritage, which accentuates the dial’s vivid colours.
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