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GERALD GENTA ARENA BI RETRO TITANIUM

Gérald Genta was a legendary Swiss watch designer renowned for his groundbreaking contributions to horology. Born in 1931, Genta’s innovative designs revolutionized the industry, most notably with the creation of the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak and the Patek Philippe Nautilus. In 1969, he launched his own eponymous label, through which he explored numerous designs, including the Arena. Named for its resemblance to an actual arena, this model has been produced in various versions, differing in materials and dial designs. The Arena was also manufactured with the Bi-Retro complication. The defining feature of this model is its combination of retrograde minutes and a jumping hour counter.

The present Gérald Genta Arena Bi-Retro is a rare specimen of this iconic model created by the renowned designer. This watch features a bi-retro complication and a titanium case, both extraordinary features for a timepiece manufactured in the early 2000s. The bi-retro complication is exceptional and rarely seen in many watches. Titanium provides superior lightness compared to other materials, giving this watch extreme wearability. The overall condition is very good, with only minimal signs of wear on the case. The caliber functions perfectly, and the dial is flawless. Additionally, the watch comes with its matching titanium bracelet.

CHOPARD DUAL TIME “KUTCHINSKY” REF. 2087

Kutchinsky is a renowned jewelry brand with a rich history. It was founded by Hirsch Kutchinsky, who fled Poland in 1893 and settled in London, England. The family business originally started in the East End of London before moving to Knightsbridge. In the late 20th century, the brand was acquired by other luxury jewelry companies, but the Kutchinsky name continues to be synonymous with exceptional quality and design. Over the years, Kutchinsky has designed and created numerous jewelry pieces that remain highly sought after by collectors. Kutchinsky is regarded as one of the greatest jewelry names in London throughout the 20th century. Something that not many know is that Kutchinsky also collaborated with watch brands such as Chopard. One notable result of this collaboration is the double signed Chopard Kutchinsky timepiece.

The present Chopard is a very rare and exquisite watch from the 1980s, which resulted from a col-laboration between Chopard and the London jeweler Kutchinsky. The case back is indeed double signed with the prestigious London jeweler. This watch features a very rare double time zone complication. The dial is divided into two sectors with local and home time indications. Inside the watch, two separate Chopard signed calibers operate independently to power the two different time zones on the watch dial. The overall condition is stunning, with deep gold hallmarks, a most likely untouched case, and a mint dial with no signs of aging. Additionally, the two calibers work flawlessly.

ROLEX OYSTER PERPETUAL REF.1002 BREGUET NUMERALS

Breguet numerals are a distinctive style of numerals found on some dials of luxury watches. Named after Abraham Louis Breguet, a prominent watchmaker of the 18th century, these numerals were designed to be elegant, legible, and distinctive, fitting the refined aesthetics of Breguet’s timepieces. Rolex has rarely used this font type for their watch dials. However, there are very few exceptions, such as the present watch. The Rolex Oyster Perpetual reference 1002 with a Breguet numerals dial is extremely rare, with only a handful in existence. Despite speculation, there is no certainty about their origin, though many scholars suggest they were made in limited quantities for the Asian market. The appearance of one of these Breguet numerals Rolex watches is an exceptional event for any collector looking to add something incredibly rare to their collection.

The present timepiece is an incredibly rare specimen of reference 1002, featuring the Breguet numerals dial. Very few of these watches are known to exist, as they might have been manufactured for the Asian market in a very small batch for a special order. Besides their rarity, the Breguet numerals add significant elegance and finesse to the watch. Many consider Breguet numerals to be the most elegant and refined numeral script ever made. Even on a simple reference 1002, they completely transform the look of the watch, making it a true gem of elegance and taste. The watch’s collectibility is further enhanced by its fabulous, all original, and untouched condition. The dial is flawless, with very nice tritium plots that have changed to a warm yellowish tone, matching the hands. The case is likely untouched, the bracelet has no stretch, and the caliber works perfectly. All components are correct for the year of manufacture: the Breguet numerals dial is consistent with the other few known examples, the 78350/557 bracelet, the 1579 caliber, and the 1002 caseback are all correct for the period of the watch’s manufacture.

Year 1980, Serial Number 6390XXX, Diameter 34mm.

BREITLING SUPEROCEAN VINTAGE REF. 1004

In the 1950s, the demand for divers’ watches soared due to their vital role in ocean exploration, professional deep-sea diving, and scientific research. In 1957, Breitling launched two groundbreaking diving watches: the time-only diver (Ref. 1004) and the chronograph (Ref. 807), both under the SuperOcean name. These models were notable not only for their 200m water resistance but also for their striking design, which set them apart from other watches. The rotating bezel was concave, and the 39mm stainless steel casehad a thin profile with extended lugs. The first series of the SuperOcean was produced in limited quantities and discontinued after only a few years, making them extremely collectible today. Few of these watches have survived in good condition, adding to their allure for collectors.

The present Breitling SuperOcean specimen is a well-preserved example of this extremely rare watch, manufactured by Breitling in the mid-1950s for ocean exploration pioneers. These Breitling watches were originally created as tool watches for use in extreme conditions, and many were lost in action or suffered water damage. Very few have survived to this day in collectible condition, making each one that appears on the market highly valuable. The overall condition of this watch is very good, featuring a dial with a superb vintage patina and a well-preserved bezel. The case has wear but it might have not seen polishing over the years and still maintains its original factory proportions. The caliber works perfectly, and all components match the production period and are correct for this watch.

PATEK PHILIPPE CALATRAVA REF. 1578 “GENERAL MOTORS” BLACK DIAL

In 1954, General Motors commissioned 20 unique Patek Philippe Reference 1578 watches for their top employees. These are the only models of Reference 1578 with a black dial. Each watch features an engraving on the case back with “GMC GMOO” (General Motors Overseas Operation) and the employee’s name, such as S.W. Brooks. Every watch also feature the unique reference 1578 GM in the caseback. The Reference 1578GM boasts an 18k yellow gold case (35mm), a manual winding caliber 12-400 movement, a black dial with gold hour markers, and a small seconds sub-dial at 6 o’clock. The watch’s elegant design, including downturned, flared lugs, makes it suitable for high-level executives. These timepieces symbolize a significant partnership between Patek Philippe and General Motors, showcasing the prestige of both brands during the mid-20th century. They repre-sent a time when bespoke, luxurious watches were gifted to recognize outstanding employees.

The current Patek Philippe reference 1578GM is an excellent example of this exceptionally rare watch, created in collaboration in the mid-1950s by Patek Philippe with General Motors. This model is exceedingly scarce, manufactured in very limited quantities. The 1578 models produced for General Motors are the only instances of the reference 1578 with a black dial ever made. No other 1578 watches were ever produced with a black dial. Overall, the watch is in good condition. While the case shows signs of wear, it is likely untouched with deep hallmarks and retains all its original factory finishes. The black dial has aged gracefully, which is typical and does not detract from the watch’s beauty, especially given its age. All components are correct for this watch, including the 12-400 movement and the 1578 “GM” caseback.