Tracking Time: Timed To Perfection

As the year draws to a close, we look back at some of the outstanding timepieces from 2022.

Richard Mille RM UP-01 Ferrari is the world's thinnest mechanical watch. It is driven by the RMUP- 01 manual-winding movement. The timepiece is crafted in titanium to ensure ultra-lightness and slimness. It operates at a frequency of 28,800vph to keep it functioning for at least 45 hours. it is 1.75mm thick. Its barrel is fitted with a fine hairspring and the architecture of the escapement is entirely redesigned. Two crowns are integrated in the case as movement wheels.

Rolex has been the preferred choice for explorers for almost 70 years. The Oyster Perpetual Deepsea Challenge is Rolex’s first full-titanium watch. It has an unrivalled water-resistance of 11,000m and is 30% lighter than its predecessor. It is powered by the brand”s in-house, automatic movement Calibre 3230. Its chronometric precision of –2 /+2 seconds per day and it is secured to the wrist by a bracelet featuring the patented Glidelock extension system.

Ulysse Nardin has launched three new timepieces this year. The Marine Torpilleur Dual Time is the latest addition to the brand's collection. It is driven by the UN 334 manufacture calibre and has a power reserve of 48 hours. It comes in a 44mm polished and satin-finished stainless-steel case. Its dial has small seconds at 6 o’clock, dual time in circular window at 9 o'clock and a large date at 2 o'sclock.

Montblanc 1858 Iced sea automatic date is a dive watch inspired by the glaciers. It's a certified dive-timing instrument conforming to the ISO 6425 norm. The watch has undergone the Montblanca Laboratory 500 Hour Test. It features a blue ‘frozen’ dial created using an almost-forgotten ancient technique called gratté boisé for the base.

Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Skeleton 8 Days was launched at Geneva Watch Days. It is a new watch with a hand-wound manufacture movement with an impressive 8-day power reserve. The watch is framed by a 40mm, satin-polished rose-gold case with thickness of 5.95mm and fitted with sapphire caseback.

Hublot has created a ceramic minute repeater with a chiming mechanism and a tourbillon. The Big Bang Integrated Tourbillion Cathedral Minute Repeater comes in a 43mm diameter with black and white options limited to 18 pieces each. It's made of a monochrome ceramic.

Franck Muller has launched a special Vanguard India limited-edition collection. It is the first under the brand's umbrella. The timepieces are made of steel and rose gold and come in 45mm tonneau-shaped cases with green dials.

Grand Seiko Kodo Constant-Force Tourbillon is the Japanese watchmaker's first mechanical complication timekeeper. It is driven by the Calibre 9ST1 and is housed in a 43.8mm, solid platinum and titanium case. The watch is presented on a specially processed calf strap made from an extremely durable material called Himeji Kurozan leather.

The new Rado Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic Diver is a 43mm timepiece crafted in matte black, high-tech ceramic. It has a 300m water resistance and is powered by Rada's R763 automatic movement. It is presented on a matte, polished high tech ceramic bracelet with a titanium folding clasp.

Tissot PRX Automatic Chronograph is a sporty-yet-elegant chronograph. It's driven by the Valjoux A05.H31 calibre with a 60-hour power reserve. The case is Tissotsot-shaped and has a 'panda' dial.

Images are from Richard Mille, Rolex, Ulysse Nardin, Montblanc, Bvlgari, Hublot, Franck Muller, Grand Seiko, Rado and Tissot.