CROWN Malaysia

CROWN Malaysia is an informative and relatable magazine for the modern watch lover. Discover the latest trends and insights from the watchmaking world, get up to speed on the technical and design innovations, and be engaged with CEOs and creative directors from the top brands that matter.

CROWN Malaysia

EDITOR’S NOTE

VISION

NICOLA ANDREATTA, CEO OF ROGER DUBUIS • On the evolution of the Maison and its future direction

DANIEL NIEDERER, FOUNDER AND CEO OF SEVENFRIDAY • On the lockdown, 3D printing and hitting the 10-year milestone

COMEBACK KID • Roger Dubuis is back with a bang in Kuala Lumpur

VACHERON CONSTANTIN • Painting with diamonds

IDENTITY

NEW HEIGHTS • At Watches and Wonders 2023, Montblanc dropped a slew of 1858 novelties that are prepped and ready for adventure

LVMH WATCH WEEK 2023 • The fourth edition of the horology fair kicked off in Singapore this year with the brightest and the best from flagship brands Bulgari, Hublot, TAG Heuer and Zenith. So, without further ado, let’s take a closer look at some of the highlights.

BULGARI

HUBLOT

TAG HEUER

ZENITH

RESTORING OUR BLUE PLANET • Working with Dr Sylvia Earle’s Mission Blue organisation, Rolex unveils what 25 years of protecting the Galápagos has yielded for the marine ecosystem and the latest emerging ‘Hope Spots’

ROYAL SUCCESSION • The Patek Philippe Ref. 5711 is discontinued. Long live the Ref. 5811

FOREVER CHIC • The Cartier Tank Française proves the adage ‘Once a classic, always a classic’ really is true

BUDDY SYSTEM • Blancpain’s dive pioneer chalks up another all-important milestone

LICENCE TO THRILL • Omega celebrates 60 years of James Bond

ENGINEERING MARVEL • Urwerk’s latest timepiece is a lethal-looking mechanical wrist machine

BOX CLEVER • Hermès drops an exquisite two-toned version of the H08

CENTRE OF ATTRACTION • Label Noir levels up the enigmatic Corum Bubble with its signature interplay of colours and textures

FINAL CALL • Breitling gives the Boeing 747 a fitting send-off

GREEN SHOOTS • A new Bell & Ross boutique at Marina Bay Sands, managed by Sincere Fine Watches, is as good a reason as any for a fresh limited-edition model

ANYTHING BUT BASIC • Maurice Lacroix surrenders to the irresistible allure of the dark side

PERFECT 10 • The Oris Movement Creation Programme marks its 10th year with its 10th in-house movement

CULT CLOUT • Christmas came early at MB&F with a pair of beauties dripping with diamonds

A BOLT FROM THE BLUE • China’s quest for world domination now extends to watchmaking

REAL GEMS • Two models in metallised sapphire crystal reveal the creativity within Girard-Perregaux

LET IT SHINE • Panerai goes for gold with two ultra-thin timepieces in Goldtech

CRAFT

FIT FOR A QUEEN • Breguet’s Reine de Naples collection has come of age with new enamel dials that highlight its artistic and royal heritage

UP IN THE AIR • Two limited edition designs inspired by Mount Iwate celebrate the silver jubilee of the Grand Seiko Calibre 9S

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