Frédérique Constant is presenting two distinct releases at Watches and Wonders 2026 that sit at opposite ends of the Maison's personality: One a technically overhauled horological complication that has been a pillar of the collection since 2012, the other a pair of bracelet watches with a distinctly irreverent, glam-rock edge.
Classic Worldtimer Manufacture
The Classic Worldtimer Manufacture has been one of Frédérique Constant's most recognised models since its debut 14 years ago, and the version presented at this year's fair amounts to a thorough rethinking of the whole. The case is new, the movement is new, the dials are new, and the result is what the Maison describes as its 35th in-house manufacture calibre — almost one per year since the company was founded in 1988.
The new FC-719 movement retains the core proposition of the Worldtimer: A simultaneous, real-time display of the time across all 24 reference time zones, with a two-colour disc allowing the wearer to distinguish day and night zones at a glance. What has changed substantially is the power reserve. The FC-719 extends it from 38 to 72 hours, offering an increase of roughly 90%, achieved through a longer mainspring with a revised alloy composition. This is delivered at the same 4 Hz frequency as its predecessor, and despite accommodating a larger mainspring, the movement fits into a case that is actually 2 mm smaller in diameter, now measuring 40 mm. The decision to remove the date display from the new dials further improves the legibility of the hours, minutes, and worldtime complication.
Practicality was clearly a consideration throughout the redesign. All functions are controlled through a single crown with no correctors, no push-pieces, and no stylus required. This also eliminates additional case openings, contributing to a water resistance rating of 5 ATM, and preserves the clean lines of the case. The module itself requires only 24 components, a figure the Maison points to with pride as evidence that complexity and simplicity are not mutually exclusive.
The finishing visible through the sapphire crystal caseback reflects Frédérique Constant's attention to detail at this level: the frame carries sunburst Côtes de Genève decoration, the barrel, gear train, and balance bridges are circular-grained, and the oscillating weight is satin-finished with a snailed pattern.
Three versions are being presented. The first is a limited edition of 88 pieces set with 70 diamonds on the bezel and 12 diamond-set indexes on the dial, totalling 0.785 carats. Its dial features a sunray light blue ocean and continents rendered in relief with a grey grained finish, and it comes with two interchangeable alligator straps. Each piece is individually numbered.
The second version is a continuation of the collection's most established aesthetic: navy blue oceans and city disc with grey grained relief continents, applied Super-LumiNova-coated indexes, presented exclusively on a new five-link steel bracelet with alternating satin-finished and mirror-polished links. The third features a gradient blue ocean and taupe-grained relief continents with a white city disc and applied indexes, worn on an interchangeable alligator strap.
Classics Manchette in turquoise and mint
The second release is rather different in tone. The Classics Manchette with the Clou de Paris stud motif running across its integrated link bracelet returns in two new versions that expand on the collection's rock-infused character.
The first is presented on a gold-toned bracelet and features a turquoise mineral dial. Like the malachite-dialled model launched in 2025, each dial is a unique piece shaped by the natural stone, meaning no two are identical. The pairing of warm gold tones with vivid turquoise creates a deliberately bold contrast, unashamedly glamorous in its intent. The minimalist hour and minute hands are signed "Frédérique Constant Genève."
The second new Manchette takes a cooler approach, with a steel Clou de Paris bracelet and a mint-green sunray-brushed dial. Where the gold and turquoise version commands attention, this one holds its own with a softer, spring-inflected palette that the Maison describes as deceptively restrained — the studded bracelet and the Manchette's inherent attitude ensuring it doesn't stay quiet for long. Both new models join the permanent collection.
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