Wristcheck Presents:

East Meets West

introduction

An Ode to Chinese Horology

Welcome to Wristcheck’s showcase at Dubai Watch Week’s 10th Horology Forum in Hong Kong. Experience the very best of Chinese horology with a curated selection of timepieces that celebrate the region’s exceptional craftsmanship, artistry, and rich cultural heritage – each watch tells a story worth discovering. What are you waiting for? Dive right in to get started.

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Uniting The Sun And Moon


H. Moser & Cie. Endeavor Chinese Calendar
Ref. 1210-0400
Blancpain Calendrier Chinois Traditionnel
Ref. 0888K-3431-55B
Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Xiali Calendar
Ref. PFH982-1022401-100182

These exceptional timepieces beautifully intertwine the celestial dance of the sun and moon with masterful craftsmanship. The H. Moser & Cie. Endeavour Chinese Calendar synchronizes the Chinese lunisolar and Gregorian solar calendars, requiring no corrections for 12 years. The Blancpain Calendrier Chinois Traditionnel celebrates centuries-old principles deeply rooted in Chinese tradition, showcasing a complete lunisolar calendar alongside the Gregorian date that reflects the timeless connection between watchmaking and astronomy. The Parmigiani Tonda PF Xiali Calendar incorporates the intricacies of the traditional Chinese calendar and stands out not only for its cultural significance but also its technical achievements as one of the most complete and precise Chinese calendar watches available today.
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“Royal Ode” To Greater China


Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar China Edition
Ref. 26609TI.OO.1220TI.01
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar Hong Kong Edition
Ref. 26606ST.OO.1220ST.01

Discover Audemars Piguet’s exclusive Royal Oak limited editions for Greater China. The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar China Edition, designed in collaboration with Wristcheck founder Austen Chu, is the first Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar crafted entirely from titanium. Limited to just 88 pieces, this model was released in 2020, exclusively for the Chinese market. The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar Hong Kong Edition, released in 2018, features a vivid green Grande Tapisserie dial with a sharp yellow accent for the week indicator, and consists of only 50 pieces made for the Hong Kong retailer Unique Timepieces. 
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Timeless Tributes


Cartier Santos-Dumont L NSO “Les Flaneurs” Edition
Ref. WSSA0066
Gérald Genta Fantasy Retro Mickey Mouse
Ref. M.10
Vacheron Constantin Hong Kong 1997 Handover Edition

Discover timepieces that tell remarkable stories and honor pivotal moments in history. This Cartier Santos Dumont “Les Flaneurs” Edition exists as one of 50 mechanical masterpieces released in 2023, featuring a striking emerald sunburst dial and white gold applied Chinese numerals at 12, 3, 6, and 9, along with a lacquered four-leaf clover on the caseback. The Gérald Genta Fantasy Retro Mickey Mouse, Reference M.10, is a limited edition stainless steel wristwatch from 2005, showcasing Chinese jumping hours, retrograde minutes, and a stunning mother-of-pearl dial, made in collaboration with Hong Kong Disneyland. Finally, the Vacheron Constantin Hong Kong 1997 Handover Edition in white gold commemorates the handover of Hong Kong to China in 1997, with a limited run of 297 pieces.
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Legends of The Wild


Ulysse Nardin Classico Enamel Champlevé Dragon
Ref. 8156-111
Ulysse Nardin Classico Champlevé Snake
Ref. 8156-111-2

A curation of watches that honor Chinese wildlife and mythology through exquisite artistry. The Ulysse Nardin Classico Enamel Champlevé Dragon, limited to 88 pieces, honors this mythical creature with an intricately crafted champlevé enamel dial. The Ulysse Nardin Classico Champlevé Snake features a jewel-toned enamel snake that symbolizes the year 2013 in the Chinese zodiac. Also crafted using the champlevé technique, the vibrant dial showcases a snake poised to strike from a bed of leaves. For both dials, the cells are carved into the surface and filled with vibrant enamel created from various metallic oxides. Each dial is meticulously fired, allowing the colors to meld beautifully before being polished to perfection.
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The New Wave

Behrens UltraLight
Ref. 20G
Wristcheck x Atelier Wen x seconde/seconde/ Perception "锔瓷" Special Edition

A celebration of the dynamic rise of independent watchmaking in China. Founded in China in 2012, Behrens is making waves in the industry. The Behrens UltraLight embodies its namesake—feather-light at only 20 grams, ergonomic, and innovative in design, featuring a beautifully curved case and in-house movement, bi-retrograde hours and minutes, and a breathtaking view of the intricate mechanics through its sapphire crystal. A collaboration between Atelier Wen – founded only in 2018, Wristcheck, and artist seconde/seconde/, the Wristcheck x Atelier Wen Perception x seconde/seconde/ "锔瓷" Special Edition utilizes solid 24K gold stitches to ‘heal’ scars on dials initially discarded by China’s first guilloché master craftsman, paired with solid 18k gold hands. Limited to 36 pieces, the caseback inscription beautifully encapsulates this journey: "Rejected to praised."

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Journeys Old And New


Patek Philippe Calatrava Limited Edition
Ref. 6000
Vacheron Constantin Métiers d'Art Tribute To Great Explorers Zheng He Expedition
Ref. 47070/000J-9084

These remarkable watches embody the commitment of iconic Swiss brands to the Chinese market. The 25-piece Limited-Edition Patek Philippe Calatrava here, made in 2015, commemorates a decade of the brand’s presence in China–featuring a beautifully engraved caseback that honors the milestone. The Vacheron Constantin Métiers d'Art Tribute to Great Explorers Zheng He Expedition honors Zheng He, admiral of one of history's most powerful fleets, which included 62 junks and 100 vessels carrying nearly 30,000 men.
east meets west

Celebrating Greater China's 
Impact on Horology

Greater China has undeniably shaped the history of watchmaking, both past and present, with its rich cultural heritage, artistry, and craftsmanship playing a crucial role. The region’s influence is evident in contemporary designs across many brands, as well as in the burgeoning landscape of Chinese independent watchmaking, and the part it has played in driving the rapid growth of the luxury watch industry. At Wristcheck, we honor this connection with a curated collection of watches that embody the essence of Greater China, showcasing its significant impact on the evolution of modern watch culture.
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