This year, not only are top Swiss watch brands offering one-of-a-kind watches for the Only Watch 2019 auction to benefit charity (held on November 9), but also six of them are offering some pretty unique experiences to go with that winning bid. Meanwhile for the complete list of all 50 participating brands, check out our story from yesterday.
Patek Philippe Grandmaster Chime
Watch collectors — get ready. I know this special watch is enough to get any watch lover’s heart pounding, but the built-in experience that goes along with it may just be the straw that breaks the proverbial camel’s back: a Patek Philippe-filled day. In addition to the unique watch, the winning bidder gets the chance — for two privileged guests — to visit the workshops of Patek Philippe in Geneva. This exceptional experience is followed by a private lunch with Patek Philippe President, Thierry Stern. After that, a visit to the Museum and/or additional Patek Philippe salons.
Patek Philippe Ref. 6300A-010 Grandmaster Chime For Only Watch
The watch: The Grandmaster Chime — reference 6300A-010 — created specially for Only Watch 2019. It stands out as the first and only version of this grande sonnerie timepiece ever produced in stainless steel. It boasts two dials: one in rose gold and one in black ebony. The reversible case, adorned with a hand-guilloched hobnail pattern, is notable for its patented reversing mechanism. This exceptional grand complication features 20 complications in its stainless steel case, including no fewer than five chiming modes, two of which are patented world firsts: an acoustic alarm that strikes the preselected time and a date repeater sounding the date on demand. Tech specs: Ref. 6300A-010 Caliber 300 GS AL 36-750 QIS FUS IRM. Manually wound mechanical movement. Strikework isolator indicator. Second time zone with day/night indicator. Day, date (on both dials), month, leap-year cycle by hands. Four-digit year display in an aperture. 24-hour and minute subdial. Crown position indication (R,A,H). It is estimated to sell for $2 to $2.5 million.
Racecar lovers will go crazy for this one. In addition to the RM 11-03 McLaren watch made of Carbon TPT® interlaced with Orange Quartz TPT®, the winning bidder will receive from McLaren a tailor-made official driver’s racing overall, a ‘Pure McLaren Experience’ driving day with test pilot Bruno Senna, as well as a private tour of the McLaren Technology Centre, at their famous headquarters and production site in Woking, England.
Richard Mille RM 11-03 Automatic Flyback Chronograph McLaren Only-Watch-2019
The watch: RM 11-03 in carbon TPT with titanium pushers fitted to the Carbon TPT® case echo the design of the distinctive headlights of the McLaren 720S. Titanium inserts, similar in shape to the iconic McLaren F1’s air-intake snorkel and bearing the McLaren logo, adorn the bezel. The complex grade 5 titanium crown is shaped like a McLaren lightweight wheel. Under the hood beats the automatic RMAC3 calibre in titanium with a flyback chronograph ready to literally race on the track. Barrel winding is ensured by a variable geometry rotor that enables personalized winding adjusted to the wearer’s activity level, further evidence of Richard Mille’s characteristic attentiveness. Esitimated to sell for $220,000 – 250,000
Hublot Classic Fusion Tourbillon Sapphire Orlinski for Only Watch
Art lovers rejoice. Not only will the winning bidder of the Hublot Classic Fusion Tourbillon Sapphire Orlinski for Only Watch get a sculpted work of sapphire art for the wrist, but also, he or she will get to meet with Richard Orlinski at his art gallery in Paris, a place dedicated entirely to his work. Since 2017 Richard Orlinski has been adding his angular style to Hublot watches. Works of art for the wrist, these feature his signature facets, nuanced with angles and edges.
Hublot Classic Fusion Tourbillon Sapphire Orlinski-Only-Watch-2019
The watch: The 45mm Classic Fusion Tourbillon Sapphire Orlinski for Only Watch showcases a white gold bezel, set with 54 baguette-cut topazes. Entirely transparent, it reveals an openworked architecture showcasing the gears, tourbillon cage and power reserve. It will be delivered in a sapphire gift box, supported by the famous “Wild Kong” by Richard Orlinski. it is powered by the HUB6021: Manufacture manual-winding power reserve skeleton tourbillon movement and finished with a transparent smooth blue rubber strap. Estimate: $160,000 – $180,000.
Jacob & Co. Epic X Chrono Messi “Only Watch” Special Edition
This one is for the soccer fans of the world. In addition to winning the Jacob & Co Epic X Chrono Messi “Only Watch” special edition unique piece with baguette-cut blue sapphires, the winning bidder gets to meet the soccer star himself. At the meet and greet, the winner will be able to take pictures with the legend, have him sign a few things and will pose for an official portrait with Messi wearing both to their Epic X Chronograph Messi watches.
Jacob & Co Epic X Chrono Messi Baguette
The watch: Jacob & Co. Epic X Chrono Messi “Only Watch” Special Edition / EC423.32.BB.UA.A. Tech specs: 47mm titanium and white gold, set with 36 baguette-cut Blue Sapphires on the 18K white gold bezel, Transparent blue mineral crystal dial; Messi’s Number 10 in Red; Blue Satin-Finished Anodized Aluminium Inner Rings; Skeleton Hour and Minute Hands with White SuperLuminova; Red Chronograph Hand; Messi Logo at 6 o’clock. Exclusive Skeleton Column Wheel Bi-Compax Chronograph, Self-Winding Jacob&Co JCAA05. Estimated: $70,000 to $100,000.
Zenith El Primero A386 Revival for Only Watch 2019
The watch: A unique El Primero White Gold execution, the 38-mm Only Watch A386 revival features a singular turquoise 3 o’clock subdial in tribute to this year’s Only Watch theme colour, echoed by discreet turquoise stitching on a black alligator strap. Engraved on the back with the logo of the biennial charity auction, this creation comes nestled in a luxurious dedicated one-of-a-kind Only Watch collector’s box. Delivered with an unprecedented watchmaking experience and lifetime warranty & service. Estimate: $19,900 – $29,900.
Carl F. Bucherer Patravi ScubaTec Only Watch 2019
Born in the beautiful city of Lucerne, Carl F. Bucherer invites the winning bidder of the Patravi ScubaTec Only Watch 2019in white gold to enjoy an unforgettable experience in the brand’s hometown. The winner and a guest will be treated to a two-night stay at the picturesque Chateau Gütsch hotel, with spectacular panoramic views of Lake Lucerne. They will be given a tailored guided tour of the historic city and a private visit to the Carl F. Bucherer manufacture.
Carl F. Bucherer Patravi ScubaTec Only watch 2019
The Watch: A diver’s watch par excellence. The sophisticated 44.6 mm case in 18-karat white gold features Super-LumiNova indices, hands and arrow markers on the bezel glow in a light blue hue, assuring maximum readability under low lighting conditions. The dive time can be easily set with the unidirectional rotating bezel – one of the watch’s safety features, alongside the automatic helium release valve. The DLC-coated case back shows a detailed engraving of the magnificent creatures that inspired the timepiece: the manta rays. It is powered by the COSC certified CFB 1950.1 caliber automatic movement with a power reserve of 38 hours. Water resistan to 500 meters, it is fitted with a rubber strap with integrated diving extension. Estimated: $25,000 to $30,000.
