This has been an incredible week for independent watchmaking. Ressence has announced its first-ever in-house movement, M.A.D. is presenting two new editions for those who want to own a piece of MB&F engineering without the price tag, and Rexhep Rexhepi has unveiled a new project. Moments like this don’t come around often, and when they do, everything else tends to fade into the background. And there’s much more beyond these three brands, so be sure to read through to the end of the selection. Enjoy the reading!
Ressence Type 11
Ressence introduces its first-ever fully in-house movement for the Type 11, with its patented time display and a patented power reserve indication.
The 41mm grade 5 titanium case has a compact 45mm lug to lug, resulting in a very wearable piece.
It is available in three colourways: Pine, Sky and Latte with the option of leather, rubber, hybrid or a titanium Milanese strap.
Price: from €30,500
Learn more about the Ressence Type 11 here.
M.A.D Editions M.A.D.2 R&B
MB&F spinoff M.A.D. announces two additional colourways to the M.A.D. 2 model, with the first being named after both the iconic music genre and its tones (Rouge & Noir).
The second colourway, predominantly red, is dedicated to all the fans who have been unlucky in the raffles until now and is called M.A.D.2 REDemption.
While the first one is still available through a raffle, the latter is directly available for all those who put their name down for at least four times without ever winning an allocation.
Price: CHF 2,900
Learn more about the M.A.D Editions M.A.D.2 R&B here.
Rexhep Rexhepi RRCHF Chronograph Flyback
Whenever Rexhep unveils a new project, expectations are not only met but greatly surpassed, and this time with the RRCHF Chronograph Flyback is no different.
Housed in a 38.8 x 9.7mm case, the handwound chronograph movement still manages to achieve the unique symmetry that makes all his watches so special.
Available in rose gold or platinum with two dedicated colourways, it is the quintessential connection between tradition and modernity in high-end watchmaking.
Price: CHF 150,000
Learn more about the Rexhep Rexhepi RRCHF Chronograph Flyback here.
Universal Genève Compax 2026
Universal Genève’s recognisable Compax shape returns in a 1970s, Nina Rindt-inspired form.
Six total references make up the new Compax collection, with steel, yellow gold, or rose gold cases measuring 39.5mm in diameter.
The new UG-200 calibre is a column wheel chronograph with automatic, Microtor winding.
Price: starting at CHF 15,500
Learn more about Universal Genève Compax 2026 here.
Chronoswiss Delphis Art Deco & Neo Digiteur Chronos
Swiss independent Chronoswiss has unveiled a pair of very different watches, both with classic styling, but with modern, unconventional design.
The Dephis Art Deco is a 1920s-inspired jump hour with a dial as dynamic as it is dramatic, finished in grade 5 titanium.
The second watch is the Neo Digiteur Chronos, another jump hour, this time crafted in solid 5N gold and hand-engraved to evoke Greek mythology.
Price: CHF 14,500 & CHF 58,000
Learn more about the Chronoswiss Delphis Art Deco & Neo Digiteur Chronos here.
Jacob & Co. The Godfather II
Jacob & Co. introduces the second chapter, paying tribute to the Godfather inspiration, doubling down also on the melody options.
It features two distinct musical melodies, available on demand through the side pushers, and it’s possible to admire the piano actually playing through the sapphire caseback.
The 42 x 44 mm rectangular, rose gold case takes references from Art Deco, with hand-engraved sides, and it’s limited to 74 pieces, connected to the movie’s 1974 release.
Price: US$440,000
Learn more about the Jacob & Co. The Godfather II here.
Czapek Antartique Dark Sector Cosmic Blue
Czapek launches the Dark Sector, together with the Tourbillon and Révélation, playing with titanium cases and a Cosmic Blue dial for all three models.
The modern take on sector dials of the Dark Sector receives more life with this new colour, but shares the same interesting layout as the previous iteration.
The case will be available both in the 40.5 and 38.5mm sizes, limited respectively to 25 and 10 pieces each.
Price: to be confirmed
Learn more about the Czapek Dark Sector Cosmic Blue here.
L.Leroy “Elyor” Tourbillon
After their debut piece last year, L.Leroy expands its complication offerings with a new collection revolving around the tourbillon.
The 42mm case is offered in three different material variations: 18k 5N red gold, platinum, and grade 5 titanium.
It is powered by the L.Leroy L600 automatic calibre, with a micro rotor, and the flying tourbillon is visible through the dial.
Price: on request
Learn more about the L.Leroy “Elyor” Tourbillon here.
Desder D001
Mo Coppoletta and Luca Soprana, well-known names in the industry, come together to launch a driver’s watch brought to the extreme.
The soft shapes of the tridimensional case are inspired by the Italian coachbuilders of the 1950s and 1960s, and are crafted in grade 5 titanium.
The central triple-axis tourbillon regulates the two digital displays, and the movement also shows sweeping seconds, a GMT function, and a power reserve indicator.
Price: on request
Learn more about the Desder D001 here.
Perrelet Turbine Casino Roulette
Perrelet redesigned the Turbine to double down as a functioning Roulette complication.
This 100-piece limited edition features a red arrow that freely rotates around the 0-36 numbers.
The 41mm titanium case houses the proprietary self-winding calibre P-331-MH, COSC and Chronofiable® certified.
Price: €5,250
Learn more about the Perrelet Turbine Casino Roulette here.
Fears Spring Novelties
Top British microbrand Fears has announced its 2026 Spring Novelties, among them are the brand’s first pilot watches in 180 years.
The new Brunswick 40 “Filton” explores the classic aviator’s watch through a distinctly contemporary lens, with two military-inspired dials.
The Redcliff collection gains some stunning pastel dials, while the Brunswick Jump Hour gets treated to a charming new “China blue” colourway.
Price: starting at £2,750
Learn more about the Fears Spring Novelties here.
Urwerk UR-101 Diamond Sky
Urwerk turns into jewellery with the UR-101 Diamond Sky, featuring a stainless steel case engraved and set with 214 diamonds
The 41mm case features the unmistakable Urwerk DNA with a satellite display, crown at 12 o’clock, and angular lugs, just dressed up.
This is a 25-piece limited edition paired with a textured white rubber with black calfskin lining.
Price: CHF 85,000
Learn more about the Urwerk UR-101 Diamond Sky here.
ArtyA Complexity
Sapphire specialist Artya unveils a tonneau-shaped watch in full sapphire with two domes housing a tourbillon each and acting as magnifying lenses.
The movement, developed in collaboration with Purtec, provides constant power to each tourbillon through a differential, no matter the power reserve left.
Available either in a transparent or pigeon blood case, it will be made to order for the final client.
Price: from CHF 190,000
Learn more about the ArtyA Complexity here.
Beaucroft Contour GMT
Cambridge-based Beaucroft reveals its latest, most ambitious release yet, the Contour GMT.
The first Beaucroft to feature a complication, the Contour GMT is equipped with a Miyota 9075 automatic movement, giving the watch “true” GMT functionality.
In typical Beaucroft style, the detail is in the dial, which is finished in a stunning teal gradient with sunburst polishing.
Price: £795
Learn more about the Beaucroft Contour GMT here.
Norqain Wild One Skeleton X-Lite Limited Edition
The Wild One X-Lite is the most lightweight watch Norqain has ever made – just 45 grams.
X-Lite, a new proprietary carbon fibre composite, joins lightweight materials such as aluminium, titanium, rubber, and NORTEQ®.
This special edition, in a black and neon yellow colourway, is limited to 200 pieces.
Price: starting at US$13,900
Learn more about the Norqain Wild One Skeleton X-Lite Limited Edition here.
Split Watches “The Ozzy”
London-based Split Watches announces a tribute to the late Ozzy Osbourne, with a watch playing around his iconic colourways.
This is a 50-piece limited edition that will see 100% of the proceeds being donated to MusiCares ®, the nonprofit partner of the Recording Academy.
This edition, developed together with the family of the artist, with its contribution, supports the health and well-being of the music community.
Price: US$2,960
Learn more about the Split Watches “The Ozzy” here.
Kiwame Tokyo MUNE (棟)
Japanese brand Kiwame draws inspiration from the architectural aesthetics of traditional Japanese design for its latest Mune model.
The case reflects classic proportions at 38mm in diameter and under 1cm in thickness, and displays both polished and brushed finishes.
Both colour options share the same dial layout, with the black having beige lume and the ivory having white lume and blue details.
Price: US$690