Cartier - An outing with a 9603 calibre panther
Cartier's timeless icon once again plays the starring role in this model that combines mechanical excellence and poetically feminine jewellery. The elegant feline is not content with merely serving as the backdrop for the passing of time – it acts as an oscillating weight in order to provide the movement with energy. Just this once, the panther's movements are tamed by those of the wrist that it follows dutifully with velvet paws.
Why we like it: Because the panther strolling around the dial is the link between women's passion for diamonds and their interest in mechanical watchmaking.
Ralph Lauren - RL67 Safari Chronograph
The RL67 Safari Chronograph was not simply designed to tell the time the lion takes to kill its prey or the time the gazelle takes to disappear over the horizon. While this watch clearly evokes a sort of initiatory journey to the African continent, it radiates a refinement that destines it for daily wear. Available in 39 or 45 mm versions, it comes with a self-winding movement made by Jaeger-LeCoultre and enhanced with an olive green, leather-lined canvas strap that is undeniably safari-minded.
Why we like it: For its “adventure-ready” look. And naturally, for this chronograph's gunmetal finish, which makes the steel highly shock resistant.
Vulcain - Aviator GMT "The Tigers" Cloisonné Enamel
Two tigers face to face in a festival of luminous colour… such is the distinctively Asian décor of a piece which presents a cloisonné enamel dial that naturally elicits a roar of approval. Equipped with a Manufacture Vulcain self-winding calibre, this timepiece boasts multiple complications including 24-hour worldtime and alarm functions.
Why we like it: For the beauty of the cloisonné enamel used to create this colourful scene, and admired around the world, from Mexico to Bangkok and from London to Auckland.
