A Showcase of Dragon-Inspired Timepieces
& Exquisite Novelties
Swiss Watch kickstarts the Year of the Dragon with a festive media and friends celebration
Kuala Lumpur, Wednesday, 21st February 2024 – In celebration of the Lunar New Year, a private media and friends celebration was held at Barkar KL. The intimate by-invitation only event presented a special curation of timepieces from both new and long-standing partners of Swiss Watch, all horology masters in their own right.
Guests were welcomed by Ashvin Valiram, Executive Director of Valiram, which owns and operates Swiss Watch. Also, in attendance hosting the event was Mukesh Valiram
“Luxury watch consumers today also have more avenues to discover and learn new things. Hence, Swiss Watch continues to invest to give our team the right tools to deliver the best experiences and product assortment. We believe our latest partnerships with brands like Bovet, Grand Seiko, Bianchet and more, will contribute towards our ambition of stimulating the market with excitement,” says Ashvin.
The event saw guests mingling and admiring the exquisite timepieces from Swiss Watch’s prestigious brand partners – Bell & Ross, Bianchet, Bovet, Breitling, Bvlgari, Grand Seiko, IWC Schaffhausen, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Jaquet Droz and Zenith.
As an ode to the Year of the Dragon, an immersive tea experience was presented by a tea expert from TWG Tea, before guests gathered for an auspicious Yee Sang toss. Accompanied by a melodic performance of classical Chinese instruments in the background, guests were enchanted by the fusion of horology and cultural harmony, as they feast on the specially curated menu by Barkar KL.
The BOVET Virtuoso XI Dragon
To celebrate the Year of the Dragon, BOVET debuts the Virtuoso XI Dragon, a limited edition version of the hand-engraved masterpiece that features a powerful undulating 18K white gold dragon. The dragon itself is first molded by a sculptor, then hand-engraved by BOVET’s in-house engravers. It takes 50 hours to complete the Dragon, then it is assembled at the same time as the hand-engraved movement (another 50 hours of hand-engraving).
The Virtuoso XI Dragon is limited to five pieces, each one of which will be unique in materials and finishings. The first example is an 18K red gold case with an 18K white gold dragon.
BELL & ROSS BR 05 Artline Dragon
A homage to Chinese culture and its art of engraving, an exceptional laser engraving technique is used on the case and links of the integrated bracelet. This boutique exclusive timepiece is only produced in a limited edition of 99 pieces.
BREITLING Chronomat B01 42 Year of Dragon
Powered by the self-winding Breitling Manufacture Calibre 01, this collection is individually numbered out of 88 pieces on the caseback. Available exclusively in Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, and South East Asia.
JAQUET DROZ Dragon Automaton J0327330031
White Mother-of-Pearl dial. Hand-engraved 18-karat red gold dragon applique. Hand-wound mechanical automaton movement with push-button triggering mechanism. Self-winding mechanical hours and minutes movement. Mechanical automaton with animation of 9 different elements of the dragon.
BIANCHET Flying Tourbillon Grande Date B1.618 Carbon Red
The number 1.618 serves a reference to the golden ratio, a pivotal element in Bianchet’s design. The Flying Tourbillon features a unique blend of high-tech materials and cutting-edge aesthetics in a tonneau-shaped case that is assembled in-house.
ZENITH Chronomaster Original Triple Calendar
The 21st century rebirth of an iconic triple calendar. Directly inspired by the small series of El Primero Triple Calendar prototypes from 1970. The 38 mm steel case encapsulates a complete calendar with moonphase. Equipped with the El Primero, 1/10th of a second chronograph.
The showcase was a treat for watch enthusiasts and collectors alike, who were able to witness the refined craftsmanship and intricate details of each timepiece on display. Visit your preferred Swiss Watch boutique nationwide to discover more about the latest and greatest timepieces.
A Showcase of Dragon-Inspired Timepieces & Exquisite Novelties
Swiss Watch kickstarts the Year of the Dragon with a festive media and friends celebration
Kuala Lumpur, Wednesday, 21st February 2024 – In celebration of the Lunar New Year, a private media and friends celebration was held at Barkar KL. The intimate by-invitation only event presented a special curation of timepieces from both new and long-standing partners of Swiss Watch, all horology masters in their own right.
Transporting us back to the golden era of car races from 1960 to 1990, the GT Tour Collection embodies the values of precision, high performance, and determination. Evoking the thrilling moments before the race begins, the GT Tour timepieces capture the anticipation as the driver gazes at the R.P.M. counter, the roar of the engines, and the scent of oil and fuel permeating the air. Reflecting the essence of victory and adventure, the GT Tour collection embodies the intense focus and heightened senses of a driver on the cusp of high-speed triumph.
Peaceful Nature – Kingfisher: A golden-brown dial is adorned with the delicately painted branches of a red quince tree – also a symbol of longevity, renewed and rejuvenated by the reappearance of its blossom every spring. Amid its red blooms perches a kingfisher (hisui in Japan; cuiniao in China). A harbinger of summer, the kingfisher is a positive symbol in almost every cultural tradition, representing beauty and virtue, fidelity and devotion, faithfulness and happy marriage.
The event saw guests mingling and admiring the exquisite timepieces from Swiss Watch’s prestigious brand partners – Bell & Ross, Bianchet, Bovet, Breitling, Bvlgari, Grand Seiko, IWC Schaffhausen, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Jaquet Droz and Zenith.
As an ode to the Year of the Dragon, an immersive tea experience was presented by a tea expert from TWG Tea, before guests gathered for an auspicious Yee Sang toss. Accompanied by a melodic performance of classical Chinese instruments in the background, guests were enchanted by the fusion of horology and cultural harmony, as they feast on the specially curated menu by Barkar KL.
The BOVET Virtuoso XI Dragon
To celebrate the Year of the Dragon, BOVET debuts the Virtuoso XI Dragon, a limited edition version of the hand-engraved masterpiece that features a powerful undulating 18K white gold dragon. The dragon itself is first molded by a sculptor, then hand-engraved by BOVET’s in-house engravers. It takes 50 hours to complete the Dragon, then it is assembled at the same time as the hand-engraved movement (another 50 hours of hand-engraving). The Virtuoso XI Dragon is limited to five pieces, each one of which will be unique in materials and finishings. The first example is an 18K red gold case with an 18K white gold dragon.
BELL & ROSS BR 05 Artline Dragon
A homage to Chinese culture and its art of engraving, an exceptional laser engraving technique is used on the case and links of the integrated bracelet. This boutique exclusive timepiece is only produced in a limited edition of 99 pieces.
BREITLING Chronomat B01 42 Year of Dragon
Powered by the self-winding Breitling Manufacture Calibre 01, this collection is individually numbered out of 88 pieces on the caseback. Available exclusively in Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, and South East Asia.
The BOVET Virtuoso XI Dragon
To celebrate the Year of the Dragon, BOVET debuts the Virtuoso XI Dragon, a limited edition version of the hand-engraved masterpiece that features a powerful undulating 18K white gold dragon. The dragon itself is first molded by a sculptor, then hand-engraved by BOVET’s in-house engravers. It takes 50 hours to complete the Dragon, then it is assembled at the same time as the hand-engraved movement (another 50 hours of hand-engraving). The Virtuoso XI Dragon is limited to five pieces, each one of which will be unique in materials and finishings. The first example is an 18K red gold case with an 18K white gold dragon.
BIANCHET Flying Tourbillon Grande Date B1.618 Carbon Red
The number 1.618 serves a reference to the golden ratio, a pivotal element in Bianchet’s design. The Flying Tourbillon features a unique blend of high-tech materials and cutting-edge aesthetics in a tonneau-shaped case that is assembled in-house.
ZENITH Chronomaster Original Triple Calendar
The 21st century rebirth of an iconic triple calendar. Directly inspired by the small series of El Primero Triple Calendar prototypes from 1970. The 38 mm steel case encapsulates a complete calendar with moonphase. Equipped with the El Primero, 1/10th of a second chronograph.
The showcase was a treat for watch enthusiasts and collectors alike, who were able to witness the refined craftsmanship and intricate details of each timepiece on display. Visit your preferred Swiss Watch boutique nationwide to discover more about the latest and greatest timepieces.
