Top 5 New Chronographs We Want to See at the World Watch Fair

　I'm sure there are many watch enthusiasts who say that chronographs are their favorite.

　After all, chronographs are complex in both appearance and mechanism, and this mechanical image is a major attraction.

　Of course, there are more complicated mechanisms such as tourbillons and minute repeaters, but the visual complexity of chronographs, with their subdials, multiple hands, fine scales, and push buttons, is unmatched. For this reason, chronographs can be said to be the most mechanical watches. This is why chronographs are so special to watch enthusiasts, many of whom are mechanically inclined.

　Another great thing about chronographs is that they can be operated. Usually, watches are just for telling the time, and chronographs are the only devices that you can operate yourself. This "mechanical" nature is one of the great charms and features of chronographs, which sets them apart from other watches.

　This year, many new chronographs with such appeal will be released. Here we will introduce five of the best.

5
Norqain Freedom 60 Chrono Auto

Norqain is a new brand from Bienne, Switzerland, that only launched globally in January of this year. However, all of its collections are equipped with traditional Swiss mechanical movements, and are crafted with a truly authentic design. Renowned watch shops are increasingly stocking Norqain's watches, making it one of the most talked-about brands. This chronograph features a cool vintage feel, including a domed crystal.

4
Edox Chrono Offshore 1 Chronograph Automatic Firmament Sea to Sky Limited Edition

Edox celebrates its 135th anniversary this year. To commemorate the occasion, the company has released three special limited edition models with the theme "SEA TO SKY": one automatic model and two quartz models. This is their top-of-the-line automatic chronograph, featuring a sky-blue case, dial, and strap. The "1," "3," and "5" indexes are adorned with diamonds in honor of the 135th anniversary of the company's founding.

3
Audemars Piguet "CODE 11.59 by Audemars Piguet Chronograph"

This is a completely new collection that debuted in Geneva this year, and "11.59" refers to 11:59, one minute before the start of a new day. The design is completely new, with a multi-layered case that combines round and octagonal shapes. Another major feature is the three-hand design and the newly developed movement of this chronograph. It is currently only available in boutiques, but we hope to see it available to the general public soon.

2
Hublot Classic Fusion Ferrari GT Titanium

This is the latest model in the partnership with Ferrari, and what makes it stand out is that it is a "Classic Fusion" rather than the previous "Big Bang." Its eye-catching design is entirely new, created by Ferrari designers. It is equipped with the new in-house chronograph movement "Unico," which was announced last year. It has been redesigned in many ways, including the adoption of LIGA molded gears, making it thinner.

1
Bvlgari "Octo Finissimo Chronograph GMT Automatic"

The Octo Finissimo brand continues to break new world records for thinnest watches, and this fifth instalment is the world's thinnest automatic chronograph. The brand's first in-house developed chronograph movement, featuring a peripheral rotor, achieves an astonishing thickness of just 3.3mm. The inclusion of a GMT function, with the pusher at 9 o'clock allowing the hour hand to be advanced in one-hour increments, is also a major plus.