Enjoy the tranquil winter scenery on your wrist. Grand Seiko features a winter forest sparkling with ice crystals on its dial, Hamilton has a clean look reminiscent of a snowy field, and Richard Mille's limited edition model with a meticulously polished mechanism evokes the feeling of a winter journey. This time, we have carefully selected models with white or opaline dials that stand out in the icy air. We introduce five watches that are packed with technology and design, adding a dignified elegance to your winter outfit.
Text by Johannes Beer
© WatchTime Germany
Originally published in WatchTime Germany
Reprinted with permission.
[Article published on January 15, 2026]
Tudor Black Bay Pro
Automatic (Cal. MT5652). 28 jewels. 28,800 vph. Power reserve approximately 70 hours. Stainless steel case (diameter 39mm, thickness 14.6mm). Water resistant to 20 bar. 685,300 yen (tax included). (Inquiries) Rolex Japan / Tudor Tel. 0120-929-570
With the Black Bay Pro, Tudor combines tool watch DNA with modern practicality. The 39mm stainless steel case features an opaline dial with black-rimmed indices for excellent legibility.
The most iconic feature is the yellow-rimmed "snowflake" GMT hand. It displays a second time zone on the fixed 24-hour bezel. Inside is the Cal. MT5652 movement, which features an integrated GMT function and a jumping hour adjustment function. It boasts a power reserve of approximately 70 hours, ensuring high reliability. In addition to being water resistant to 20 bar, the comfortable steel bracelet adds to the watch's perfection.
Grand Seiko "Evolution 9 Collection Spring Drive UFA"
Spring Drive automatic movement (Cal. 9RB2). 34 jewels. Power reserve: approximately 72 hours. Bright titanium case (diameter 37mm, thickness 11.4mm). Water resistant to 10 bar. Price: 1,518,000 yen (tax included). (Inquiries) Seiko Watch Customer Service (Grand Seiko) Tel. 0120-302-617
Grand Seiko has taken precision to a new height with the Evolution 9 Collection Spring Drive UFA Ref. SLGB003. The new Spring Drive movement, Cal. 9RB2, is UFA (Ultra-Fast Accuracy) and boasts an astonishing accuracy of ±20 seconds per year. This is the world's highest standard for a mainspring-powered wristwatch movement.
There are no compromises on appearance either. The delicately embossed dial depicts the glittering ice crystals of the winter forests of the Kirigamine Plateau, shifting between cool silver and blue. The flowing movement of the second hand, characteristic of Spring Drive, glides smoothly across the dial. The 37mm bright titanium case is compact and extremely comfortable to wear. This watch, which combines Japanese aesthetics and innovative technology, is priced at 1,518,000 yen.
Ulysse Nardin "Diver Air"
Automatic winding (Cal. UN-374). 21,600 vph. Power reserve approximately 90 hours. Ti case (diameter 44mm, thickness 14.7mm). Water resistant to 20 bar. 6,435,000 yen (tax included). Sowind Japan Tel. 03-5211-1791
The Ulysse Nardin Diver Air pushes back against the physical limits of mechanical diver's watches. Weighing just 52g including strap, it is the lightest model of its kind and a technical statement of radical innovation.
This was made possible by the newly developed manufacture movement, Cal. UN-374, which has reduced the weight of the movement alone to less than 10g. Rather than relying on conventional materials, this watch was completed using unique high-tech materials and an ecosystem of research partners. Despite its ultra-lightweight nature, it remains water resistant to 200m and has a power reserve of approximately 90 hours. This high-tech instrument represents the pinnacle of modern watchmaking.
Richard Mille RM 63-02 Automatic Worldtimer
Automatic winding (Cal. CRMA4). 37 jewels. 28,800 vph. Power reserve approximately 50 hours. 5NRG x Ti case (diameter 47mm, thickness 13.48mm). Water resistant to 3 bar. Limited to 100 pieces worldwide. 220,000 Swiss francs. (Inquiries) Richard Mille Japan Tel. 03-5511-1555
With the RM 63-02 Automatic Worldtimer, Richard Mille has made the world time complication more intuitive than ever before: Setting the time zone is done via the rotating bezel, which instantly synchronizes the local time with the time in 23 major cities.
This movement is supported by the Cal. CRMA4 automatic movement, a skeletonized structure with a titanium baseplate. The two-tone 24-hour display allows for easy identification of day and night, and the large date display complements its practicality. The 47mm round case features ergonomic lines and embodies the brand's distinctive high-tech aesthetic. Limited to 100 pieces worldwide, this model is the ultimate choice for travelers who want to experience innovation firsthand.
Hamilton "Khaki Field Mechanical Power Reserve 40mm"
Manual winding (Cal. H-23). 21,600 vibrations per hour. Power reserve approximately 80 hours. Stainless steel case (diameter 40 mm, thickness 11.95 mm). Water resistant to 10 bar. 149,600 yen (tax included). (Inquiries) Hamilton / Swatch Group Japan Tel. 03-6254-7371
The Khaki Field Mechanical Power Reserve 40mm is a true evolution of the classic field watch. With its clear white dial and robust 40mm stainless steel case, it's a modern update while staying true to its military roots.
Its greatest feature is the exclusive hand-wound movement, Cal. H-23, which is the brand's first to feature a power reserve display on the dial. The highly visible indicator, which reads "F (Full)" to "Empty," allows you to keep track of the winding status at all times. It also boasts excellent functionality, including a Nivachron balance spring and 10 bar water resistance. The stainless steel bracelet version has a list price of 149,600 yen. It's a timepiece you can rely on all year round.
