From afar, the watch industry may seem unhurried. But every passing day brings about new timepieces from brands big, small, new and old.
Below, find about a dozen new releases from the likes of Breitling, Zenith and others.
Together, they show an industry that never stops ticking — and, centuries later, can still find the time to surprise you.
Best New Gear: This article is part of an ongoing series collecting the most important new watches, gadgets, pocket knives and more. Catch up on other releases.
AlbishornAlbishorn Marinagraph
Albishorn’s take on an imaginary 1950s regatta timer, the Marinagraph combines elements of a yachting chronograph and a skin diver to create a unique tool watch ready for any aquatic activity. The bezel tracks the tide, while a retrograde countdown timer on the dial is intended for sailing competition.
Bell & RossBell & Ross BR-03 Chrono Rafale Solo Display
Bell & Ross built a special edition BR-03 chronograph to mark the French watchmaker’s official partnership with the French Air and Space Force’s elite flight demonstration program. The Rafale is the country’s top fighter jet, produced by the French manufacturer Dassalt Aviation, and the Rafale Solo Display program demonstrates its capabilities at air shows. This purpose-built tool watch has a 30-minute totalizer, an instrument panel-inspired dial and case and runs on the in-house caliber 301 automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve. It comes with a perforated rubber pin-buckle strap and a nylon bund strap with a velcro loop-back fastening.
Christopher WardChristopher Ward The Twelve 660
Christopher Ward expands its Twelve line again with the 660, a pared down, ultrathin version of the integrated sports watch that measures just 6.6mm thick and is powered by a hand-wound movement.











