Gifting Dad the art of time with IWC, Louis Vuitton, and Longines
IWC Schaffhausen adds a bold new timepiece to its Colours of Top Gun collection with the Pilot's Watch Automatic 41 Top Gun Mojave Desert. Featuring a 41mm case crafted from sand-coloured ceramic, this model draws inspiration from US Navy flight suits and the desert terrain of the China Lake area in the Western Mojave Desert. The watch showcases a brown dial with beige-toned Super-LumiNova markers and a beige rubber strap with textile inlay, creating a distinctive, monochromatic military aesthetic.
Inside, the in-house Calibre 32112 offers 120 hours of power reserve. The movement's precision is matched by the ruggedness of its case, crafted through a meticulous sintering process using zirconium oxide and metallic oxides to achieve the unique Mojave Desert tone. Titanium is used for the engraved caseback and buckle, enhancing both durability and lightness.
This latest model is a compelling choice for fathers who value military heritage, cutting-edge materials, and understated luxury. A rugged yet refined gift for adventurous spirits.
The IWC Pilot's Watch Automatic 41 Top Gun Mojave Desert is a rugged dad's new best friend. PHOTO: IWC
Longines Spirit Zulu Time 1925
To celebrate 100 years since launching the first dual time zone wristwatch, Longines introduces the Spirit Zulu Time 1925, a refined GMT timepiece blending heritage and innovation. Housed in a 39mm stainless steel case with a luxurious 18K rose-gold-capped bezel, this anniversary model honours Longines' 1925 'Zulu Time' original, used by early aviators to synchronise global navigation via Greenwich Mean Time (GMT+0).
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The matte black dial features rose-gold accents, Super-LumiNova® markers, and a subtle engraving of '1925-2025' on the back to mark the anniversary. A transparent caseback reveals the rose-gold PVD rotor, and powering the watch is the exclusive Longines Calibre L844.4. This COSC-certified automatic GMT movement offers 72 hours of power reserve and the silicon balance spring boasts superior magnetic resistance.
With both a stainless steel bracelet and black NATO strap included, this timepiece offers elegant versatility. Longines also expands the Spirit Zulu Time collection with new 39mm and 42mm models, making this perfect for globetrotting fathers who value precision, legacy, and worldly elegance.
The Longines Spirit Zulu Time 1925 is the perfect gift for fathers who travel regularly. PHOTO: LONGINES
Louis Vuitton Tambour Steel
Louis Vuitton reimagines its iconic Tambour watch in a refined, contemporary form, marking a new era in its two-decade legacy. The redesigned Tambour features a sleek, unisex 40mm stainless steel case, just 8.3mm thick, and introduces the brand's first integrated bracelet – a lug-free, ergonomic design that flows seamlessly around the wrist. Available in silver-grey or deep blue dials, the watch balances elegance and everyday wearability.
The in-house automatic movement, Calibre LFT023, is developed by Le Cercle des Horlogers and crafted by La Fabrique du Temps – the watchmaking atelier of the Maison in Geneva – founded and led by master watchmakers Enrico Barbasini and Michel Navas. This chronometer-certified mechanism includes a 22K gold micro-rotor decorated with a stylised LV in a repeating motif, 50-hour power reserve, and avant-garde finishes, all visible through a sapphire case back.
Design details elevate the Tambour's understated luxury including a sandblasted bezel with polished raised letters. With a distinctly Parisian aesthetic, the new Tambour models are ideal for fashionista fathers who appreciate craftsmanship, innovation, and timeless design.
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