Two luxury timepieces with hidden complications faced off in a weekly watch enthusiast poll.
The H. Moser & Cie. Endeavour Perpetual Calendar Concept Tantalum and the Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Chronographe Mystérieux were pitted against each other. The Moser model features a minimalist perpetual calendar and costs around CHF 75,000. The Parmigiani offers a hidden chronograph mechanism priced at CHF 36,900.
H. Moser & Cie. has launched the Endeavour Perpetual Calendar Concept Tantalum, a new high-end watch limited to 50 pieces. The timepiece features a case and dial crafted from solid tantalum, emphasizing a minimalist design for its perpetual calendar complication. It carries a retail price of CHF 75,000 before taxes.
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Parmigiani Fleurier has launched the Tonda PF Chronographe Mystérieux, a new chronograph watch featuring innovative invisible mechanics. The 40mm stainless steel timepiece hides its chronograph functions behind a simple three-hand dial until activated. Priced at CHF 36,900, it showcases the brand's signature subtle complexity.
Fratello Watches writer Thomas highlighted three understated luxury timepieces as his top picks from Watches and Wonders 2026. He favored subtle refinements over bold innovations from brands like Cartier, Jaeger-LeCoultre, and A. Lange & Söhne. The event showcased brands adapting to industry shifts, drawing his eye to familiar designs.
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Jaeger-LeCoultre has introduced three new models in its Master Control Chronometre line, featuring integrated bracelets and a new High Precision Guarantee certification. The collection includes a date model, a date power reserve version, and a perpetual calendar, available in stainless steel and 18K pink gold. The watches draw inspiration from a 1973 design and emphasize real-world performance testing.