CROWN Malaysia is an informative and relatable magazine for the modern watch lover. Discover the latest trends and insights from the watchmaking world, get up to speed on the technical and design innovations, and be engaged with CEOs and creative directors from the top brands that matter.
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EDITOR’S NOTE
VISION
NICOLA ANDREATTA, CEO OF ROGER DUBUIS • On the evolution of the Maison and its future direction
DANIEL NIEDERER, FOUNDER AND CEO OF SEVENFRIDAY • On the lockdown, 3D printing and hitting the 10-year milestone
COMEBACK KID • Roger Dubuis is back with a bang in Kuala Lumpur
VACHERON CONSTANTIN • Painting with diamonds
IDENTITY
NEW HEIGHTS • At Watches and Wonders 2023, Montblanc dropped a slew of 1858 novelties that are prepped and ready for adventure
LVMH WATCH WEEK 2023 • The fourth edition of the horology fair kicked off in Singapore this year with the brightest and the best from flagship brands Bulgari, Hublot, TAG Heuer and Zenith. So, without further ado, let’s take a closer look at some of the highlights.
BULGARI
HUBLOT
TAG HEUER
ZENITH
RESTORING OUR BLUE PLANET • Working with Dr Sylvia Earle’s Mission Blue organisation, Rolex unveils what 25 years of protecting the Galápagos has yielded for the marine ecosystem and the latest emerging ‘Hope Spots’
ROYAL SUCCESSION • The Patek Philippe Ref. 5711 is discontinued. Long live the Ref. 5811
FOREVER CHIC • The Cartier Tank Française proves the adage ‘Once a classic, always a classic’ really is true
BUDDY SYSTEM • Blancpain’s dive pioneer chalks up another all-important milestone
LICENCE TO THRILL • Omega celebrates 60 years of James Bond
ENGINEERING MARVEL • Urwerk’s latest timepiece is a lethal-looking mechanical wrist machine
BOX CLEVER • Hermès drops an exquisite two-toned version of the H08
CENTRE OF ATTRACTION • Label Noir levels up the enigmatic Corum Bubble with its signature interplay of colours and textures
FINAL CALL • Breitling gives the Boeing 747 a fitting send-off
GREEN SHOOTS • A new Bell & Ross boutique at Marina Bay Sands, managed by Sincere Fine Watches, is as good a reason as any for a fresh limited-edition model
ANYTHING BUT BASIC • Maurice Lacroix surrenders to the irresistible allure of the dark side
PERFECT 10 • The Oris Movement Creation Programme marks its 10th year with its 10th in-house movement
CULT CLOUT • Christmas came early at MB&F with a pair of beauties dripping with diamonds
A BOLT FROM THE BLUE • China’s quest for world domination now extends to watchmaking
REAL GEMS • Two models in metallised sapphire crystal reveal the creativity within Girard-Perregaux
LET IT SHINE • Panerai goes for gold with two ultra-thin timepieces in Goldtech
CRAFT
FIT FOR A QUEEN • Breguet’s Reine de Naples collection has come of age with new enamel dials that highlight its artistic and royal heritage
UP IN THE AIR • Two limited edition designs inspired by Mount Iwate celebrate the silver jubilee of the Grand Seiko Calibre 9S
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