[New for 2022] 42mm Baume & Mercier "Riviera Baumatic" and "Riviera Automatic"

A notable new release from Baume & Mercier for 2022 is the 42mm men's Riviera. Sensing the times and expressing style with clarity, this sporty and sophisticated timepiece inherits Baume & Mercier's watchmaking expertise and uncompromising pursuit of style and form, a design expert.

Baume & Mercier "Riviera" Baumatic

　The versatile 42mm stainless steel case features a four-screw 12-sided bezel, a Baumatic movement, and an interchangeable stainless steel bracelet. While retaining the original design, it also adapts to contemporary trends. The new men's model, the "Riviera," retains the form and strength of the original 1973 model, while featuring a smoked sapphire dial and an integrated steel bracelet. The decoration, introduced in 2021, is a hallmark of models equipped with the in-house Baumatic movement.

　The scratch-free sapphire crystal is anti-reflective on both sides, and the octagonal crown is engraved with a three-dimensional ΦFimark logo. Beyond its technical aspects, this watch will surely meet the expectations of future wearers who demand excellence, style, comfort, and overall consistency. This timepiece embodies the Maison's vision for men's watches.

Inheriting sports chic

　The gear train of the Baumatic movement, with its reliable performance, can be seen through the caseback, and with a power reserve of approximately 120 hours, the watch will run smoothly from Thursday night to Tuesday morning, even if you don't wear it.

Baume & Mercier "Riviera" Automatic

　The Swiss-made automatic Riviera features a 42mm stainless steel case with a slate gray dial and is presented on either an interchangeable stainless steel bracelet or a gray rubber strap. The sandblasted titanium bezel is secured to the case with four screws, adding a contemporary touch to the timepiece.

　The matte bezel and bright gold PVD ring perfectly match the bracelet, giving the watch a distinctive style and a pure sporty feel.The dial, in a beautiful slate grey lacquered finish, adds a delicate and soft touch, highlighted by tone-on-tone wave decoration, Roman numerals and gold PVD steel indexes.

　The perfect blend of classic and casual is also evident in the collection's reliable and robust Fast Strap interchangeable system, which allows you to change styles in seconds without any tools. The new Riviera Automatic is both sporty and chic.