PUT YOUR APPLES, AMAZFITS, AND GALAXY WATCHES AWAY FOR A MOMENT AND TAKE IN THE GLORIES OF SWEEPING HANDS AND TIMELESS STYLES EDITED

BY EVAN MONROE

MB&F HM9 Flow
Watch Inspired by the streamlined bodies of mid-century automobiles and planes, the Flow is a retro-futuristic masterpiece. Its manually wound movement consists of twin balance wheels on each flank, joined by a planetary differential that averages their output to provide an accurate reading on the vertical dial display. Its case is made of titanium, with five sapphire crystal windows providing views onto the dial and key movement components. Two launch editions will be available: each limited to just 33 pieces. $182,200

Bamford Carbon Fiber Watch Roll
While most fi ne watches arrive in a luxurious box, the latter are not really designed for being travel-packed. Knowing this, Bamford created a globetrotting watch roll crafted in carbon fi ber and leather. Ceramic glide rails provide smooth operation of the twist-and-lock capsule—one that feels and sounds more like a canister used for carrying dinosaur embryos than timepieces. Designed to hold four models as large as the Rolex Deepsea. Made in the UK. $2,180

Baltic BiCompax
Assembled by hand in France, the BiCompax takes cues from iconic styles of 1940s timepieces. It revives the vintage “Step Case” from that period with a distinctive ridge that surrounds the high-domed hesalite glass. Vintage inspiration is evident inside as well, as each is equipped with the Seagull ST1901 mechanical movement, a reproduction from the ’40s that is highly accurate and visible through the exhibition case back. $695

Bell & Ross BR-03 French Security Watch
Headquartered in Paris, Bell & Ross created its BR-03 with a military look, so it’s an ideal choice for elite government forces. This special edition is being issued to security groups for the French Prime Minister, Ministry of the Armed Forces, and Ministry of the Interior. In addition to featuring the insignia of the corresponding body in a sub-dial-like circle at 6 o’clock, there are colored indices at 11 and 1 o’clock that mirror the colors of the French flag. Price not available at time of press.

Miansai M12
Designed in Miami, the M12 is the modern evolution of the iconic minimalist dress watch. Its stainless steel case sports a unique crown with a flat rim, and speaks to Miansai’s focus on beautiful hardware. Offered with black or white dials both featuring sharp, subtle hands and numerals that sit beneath a domed acrylic crystal face it’s powered by a Swiss-made quartz movement and finished with a black Italian cowhide strap. $355