During our formative years, our fathers shower us with endless love and strength. Sometimes, they walk ahead to lead us forward and at other times, they stay behind to become our firmest bedrock of support. All a father might need is our occasional companionship. While we may not be able to constantly accompany them, a watch that conveys our sentiments may be the best substitute. Most importantly, dad looks even cooler with a watch on his wrist!
Below are four carefully selected watches, suitable for different fathers, offering our sincerest wishes for the festive season.
For the Intrepid Adventurer Dad – Omega Speedmaster Moonshine Gold Co-Axial Master Chronometer 42mm Chronograph
For the intrepid and adventurous father who loves exploring mountains and seas, we present the Omega Speedmaster Moonshine Gold Co-Axial Master Chronometer 42mm Chronograph, Omega’s most iconic motorsports-inspired chronograph, featuring an iconic three-sub-dial chronograph dial and tachymeter that accurately records the most critical moments of every sporting event. In 1965, the NASA selected the Omega Speedmaster after rigorous testing to become the official watch for manned space missions. In 1969, the Speedmaster achieved worldwide fame as the “Moonwatch” when it accompanied the Apollo 11 to the moon.
In 2019, to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing of the Speedmaster series, OMEGA specially developed a new alloy, “Moonshine Gold”, which consists of 75% gold, 14% silver, less than 9% copper and 1% palladium. The result is a hue that is lighter than that of traditional gold, which makes it look as if the moonlight is falling down on the ground and its luster lasts longer than that of traditional 18-carat gold or rose gold, echoing the historical significance and elegant style of the Moon Watch.
The new Omega Speedmaster Moonshine Gold Co-Axial Master Chronometer 42mm Chronograph features OMEGA‘s exclusive “Moonshine Gold” technology and is equipped with the new generation Co-Axial Escapement caliber 3861 movement, which is certified by the METAS Master Chronometer with a daily error of 0-5 seconds and is anti-magnetic to 15,000 gauss. Precise performance, indominable character. Since it was able to land on the moon, it should be more than ready to face all kinds of outdoor sports on earth with the dad that never seems to age.
For the Trendy Dad – Zenith Defy Skyline Skeleton
For the fashion-forward, ultra-stylish father, look no further than the Zenith Defy Skyline Skeleton watch. The Zenith DEFY collection has always been known for its bold, innovative and daring designs and the launch of the DEFY Skyline collection in 2022 perfectly blended vintage 1960’s elements with futuristic designs to create a new generation of elegant sports watches that are equally elegant and versatile, making them suitable for any occasion.
Among them, the most exquisite timepiece is the Defy Skyline Skeleton watch, which combines the brand’s classic four-pointed star pattern with the El Primero 3620 high-frequency skeleton movement. This watch not only allows for clear legibility of the main hour and minute hands and the small seconds at 6 o’clock but also offers a captivating view through the dial, revealing the intricate mechanical details of the 36,000 vph movement.
The octagonal case paired with a dodecagonal bezel is the most recognizable design in the Defy collection, with every line and corner polished to enhance the luster and dimensionality of the metal, while the stainless-steel bracelet is perfectly integrated into the case lugs, adding an extra dimension of sophistication to the polygonal shape of the case.
The skeleton frame and Zenith‘s iconic 1960s four-pointed star logo are symmetrical, echoing the geometry of the polygonal case and bezel, while the small seconds hand at 6 o’clock rotates at a speed of 10 seconds per revolution, manifesting the precision of the high-frequency El Primero 3620 caliber movement.
The quick release bracelet system allows for easy change of bracelet styles without the need for tools. In addition to the stainless-steel bracelet, the watch comes with a rubber strap that can be freely matched to the mood or outfit of the day. For the fashion-forward dad who frequently attends various parties or events, this versatile feature is undoubtedly the ultimate fashion tool, offering endless possibilities in style.
For the Gentleman Dad – Panerai Radiomir Quaranta Goldtech
We present the Panerai Radiomir Quaranta Goldtech for the confident and suave father. Panerai is renowned for once creating military watches for the Italian Navy’s underwater missions, especially their rugged and masculine cushion-shaped cases. The Radiomir collection was born in the 1930s and features signature design elements, including the cushion-shaped case, inverted triangle crowns, wire lugs and sandwich-style skeletonized dials, all of which contribute to its iconic and classic look.
In recent years, Panerai has transformed its classic military watch style into elegant and formal accessories, slightly reducing the size and refining styling details while adorning them with luxurious precious metal exteriors. The most iconic of these is the Panerai Radiomir Quaranta Goldtech watch. “Quaranta” means 40 in Italian, indicating the reduction of the case diameter from the original 47mm to a modern and trendy 40mm. The case thickness stands at only 10.15mm, making it the thinnest design among Panerai’s lineup of watches.
This slim profile is achieved thanks to the new-generation P.900 automatic movement, with a thickness of only 4.2mm, yet it boasts a power reserve of up to three days, so even if you don’t wear it on a weekend, it can still run normally on Monday.
Goldtech is a proprietary alloy exclusively developed by Panerai, with platinum and copper added to 18K gold, resulting in a more reddish hue than rose gold and enhanced color durability. With the white sunray dial and brown alligator leather strap, it exudes understated luxury, manifesting the style of a true gentleman.
For the Versatile Dad – Santos de Cartier
The Cartier Santos de Cartier watch is a celebration of versatile and ever-adaptable fathers who play different roles every day. Known as the world’s first wristwatch, the Santos de Cartier was first created in 1904 when Louis Cartier, head of the brand, personally tailored it for his aviator friend, Alberto Santos-Dumont. The watch allowed Santos-Dumont to check the time during flights without having to reach into his pocket for a pocket watch; he could simply lift his wrist and read the time.
In fact, Santos de Cartier is not just the world’s first wristwatch; its square shape is also one of the most enduringly popular designs in the world. During an era dominated by round pocket watches, the Santos de Cartier presented a completely different design style with its square case and the square bezel adorned with eight screws. The Santos de Cartier retains Cartier‘s classic design elements, such as sword hands, railroad-style minute markers, and Roman numeral hour markers. These fine details add a subtle touch of exquisite classical style to this square-shaped timepiece.
The new Santos de Cartier extends the bezel screws into the lugs and the link, like the double-breasted buttons of a suit, with exquisite decorative details. The bracelet is adjustable using the “SmartLink” system, which allows the length of the bracelet to be adjusted without the need for any tools. A second calfskin leather strap is also included, which can be freely attached with the “QuickSwitch” quick release design. Whether attending formal business occasions or taking the whole family abroad on a vacation, this versatile watch allows the ever-adaptable and stylish father to transform himself at any time, gracefully playing every role in his life with ease.
Drop by the nearest boutique to pick up a new watch this Father’s Day.
