Our Staff’s Top Picks from Watches & Wonders 2025
Watches & Wonders 2025 brought a wave of innovation, elegance, and bold design to the world of watches—and our team at Weir & Sons was thrilled to experience it firsthand. With so many exceptional timepieces on display, we've asked our watch specialists to share their personal favourites from the showcase. From classic craftsmanship to modern marvels, these staff picks highlight the pieces that truly stood out and captured our attension.
TUDOR Black Bay Pro - M79470-0004
The Black Bay Pro is a rugged GMT watch powered by the TUDOR Manufacture Calibre MT5652. It features a 24-hour fixed bezel and the signature yellow "Snowflake" hand for reference time. Now enhanced with an opaline dial, black-outlined ceramic markers and hands offer high contrast and improved legibility. Local time is set via a jumping hour hand, and the date, shown at 3 o’clock, adjusts automatically when passing midnight in either direction—a refined and practical feature for global explorers.
Case: 39mm steel case with polished and satin finish
Lugs: 20mm lug width
Case thickness: 14.6mm
Movement: Manufacture Calibre MT5652 (COSC)
Self-winding mechanical movement with bidirectional rotor system
Built-in architecture
Power Reserve: Approximately 70 hours
Winding Crown: Screw-down winding crown in steel with the TUDOR rose in relief
Grand Seiko SBGW323
In 1967, the 44GS introduced the distinctive design language now known as the Grand Seiko Style, which continues to shape the brand’s creations today. The SBGW323 offers a refined, modern interpretation of this iconic model. It pairs the signature Mt. Iwate dial pattern—evocative of the mountain's ridges seen from the Grand Seiko Studio Shizukuishi—with a soft purple hue inspired by the kiri, the official flower of Iwate Prefecture. The 36.5mm case exudes understated elegance, housing a manually wound Caliber 9S64 movement with a 72-hour power reserve. Designed for lasting accuracy, this movement delivers consistent performance as the mainspring gradually unwinds.
Case size: Diameter 36.5mm Lug-to-lug 42.7mm
Caliber no.: 9S64 Instructions
Movement Type: Manual winding
Power reserve: Approx. 72 hours(3 days)
Mean daily rate: +5 to -3 seconds per day
Cartier Tressage
Cartier’s new Tressage collection—named after the French word for “braid”—offers a striking interplay of volume and texture. Each timepiece features an elongated rectangular case wrapped in two asymmetrical, sculptural twists. The line includes four distinct variations: a sleek yellow gold model with a black lacquer dial and glossy black strap; a white gold version fully set with 916 diamonds and paired with a navy strap; a mixed gold design adorned with 466 diamonds; and a white gold model showcasing 570 diamonds and 330 sapphires for a vibrant, colourful finish. Each watch is powered by a quartz movement, water-resistant to 30 metres, and comes with both shiny and soft calfskin straps, complementing its tactile appeal.
Case Material: 18k yellow gold
Water Resistance: 30 metres
Dial: Black lacquer or snow-set diamond pavé
Strap and bracelet: Beige, black, or blue calfskin leather strap
Movement: Swiss quartz
TAG Heuer Formula 1 Solargraph
The TAG Heuer Formula 1 Solargraph, now in a versatile 38mm size, combines bold design with solar-powered innovation. Inspired by the original Series 1, it features a white opalin dial, red flange, and black TH-Polylight bezel, with luminous hands and indexes for all-day visibility.
Crafted from robust stainless steel and paired with a sandblasted bracelet, it offers comfort and style for everyday wear. The Calibre TH50-00 charges in just one minute of light and runs for up to 10 months.
Caliber: TH50-00
Movement: Solar Quartz
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Date
Size: 38 mm
Case: Steel Sand-Blasted
Bezel: Turning Bezel TH-Polylight
Spring Drive U.F.A. SLGB003
Since 1960, Grand Seiko has pursued exceptional accuracy, a commitment that led to the development of Spring Drive in the late 1970s—blending the power of a mainspring with advanced electronic technology. In 2004, this innovation gave rise to the Caliber 9R65. Now, Grand Seiko elevates its legacy with the Caliber 9RB2, part of the Evolution 9 Collection, featuring U.F.A. (Ultra Fine Accuracy) status and an astounding annual precision of ±20 seconds—making it the most accurate mainspring-powered movement to date.*
Inspired by the frost-covered trees of the nearby Kirigamine Highlands, the watch’s pale blue, textured dial evokes the serene beauty of icy winter landscapes.
Caliber no.: 9RB2
Movement Type: Spring Drive
Power reserve: Approx. 72 hours(3 days)
Accuracy: ±20 seconds per year (±3 seconds per month)
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