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Man of Many
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- Man of Many
The Wind Up – Watch News #326
By Mr Dimitri Tsilioris - News Published: 26 May 2025 Share Copy Link Readtime: 8 min Every product is carefully selected by our editors and experts. If you buy from a link, we may earn a commission. Learn more. For more information on how we test products, click here. Welcome back to The Wind Up, our weekly series highlighting the newest watches of the past seven days. With Watches & Wonders 2025 now in the rear-view mirror, it's time to set our sights on the future. The world's biggest brands are back on the design block, unveiling a string of incredible haute horology pieces, daily drivers and unique novelties. From dive watches and sports timepieces to the latest in classy dress watches and grand complications, the last few weeks have offered no shortage of stand-out announcements. What's more, it isn't over yet. This week, the world's biggest watchmakers—and a few budding independents—kept the good vibes rolling. In this latest instalment, we'll be featuring some of the coolest new watches, including releases from the likes of Breguet, IWC Schaffhausen and even a special art installation on behalf of TAG Heuer. Happy reading, fellas, and I hope you have a great week ahead. Werner Bronkhorst at the new TAG Heuer Sydney Boutique | Image: TAG Heuer TAG Heuer x Werner Bronkhorst Continuing TAG Heuer's motorsports celebrations for this year, the Swiss watchmaker unveiled a new multi-dimensional artwork created in collaboration with acclaimed contemporary visual artist, Werner Bronkhorst. Sitting pride of place in the recently renovated flagship Sydney boutique, the triptych of artworks pays tribute to TAG Heuer's indelible legacy in the world of motor racing and Formula 1. In the first piece, Bronkhorst captures the essence of the TAG Heuer x F1 partnership through a textured canvas adorned with a detailed outline of the Red Bull Ring, located in Spielberg and hosting the Austrian Grand Prix each year. A series of precise miniature paintings of the Red Bull racing cars are scattered along the track, illustrating the brand's existing partnership with the reigning Driver's Championship-winning team. The second piece focuses on the Porsche 917K, a model made famous by Steve McQueen in the 1971 film Le Mans. In that iconic film, McQueen portrays an endurance racer who, by virtue of real-life driver turned instructor Jo Siffert, has a penchant for the TAG Heuer Monaco. Featuring the classic orange and blue livery with miniature Porsche 917K cars on the Monaco Grand Prix Circuit, the sculpture celebrates TAG Heuer's heritage and its continued presence within motor racing as the title sponsor of the Formula 1 TAG Heuer Grand Prix De Monaco 2025. Finally, Bronkhorst's Porsche 911 sculpture provides a local connection, celebrating the first race of the 2025 Formula 1 season at Melbourne's Albert Park and TAG Heuer's announcement as the official timekeeper. The sculpture features the red-painted racetrack and miniature paintings of Porsche 911 cars, representing the global TAG Heuer Porsche partnership that began in 2021. 'TAG Heuer's proud history in motorsports is brilliantly captured in Werner Bronkhorst's artwork,' TAG Heuer Australia and New Zealand general manager Van Mulryan said. 'His storytelling approach, connecting all facets of our racing heritage, reflects a genuine passion. As the final touch to our renovated Sydney Boutique, we're delighted to display this piece, so our clients can experience this storytelling firsthand.' You can now check out Werner Bronkhorst's installation at the TAG Heuer Sydney Boutique for yourself. The installation was completed on May 22, the commencement date of the Formula 1 TAG Heuer Grand Prix De Monaco. IWC Big Pilot Perpetual Calendar Tourbillon Le Petit Prince | Image: IWC Schaffhausen IWC Big Pilot Perpetual Calendar Tourbillon Le Petit Prince Brand: IWC IWC Model: Big Pilot Perpetual Calendar Tourbillon Le Petit Prince Big Pilot Perpetual Calendar Tourbillon Le Petit Prince Reference: Ref. IW504901 Ref. IW504901 Diameter: 46.50mm 46.50mm Thickness: 16.18mm 16.18mm Material : Ceramic : Ceramic Movement : Calibre 51950 : Calibre 51950 Power Reserve: 168 hours 168 hours Water Resistance: 100 metres 100 metres Price: CHF100,000 (Limited to 100 pieces) IWC unveiled its latest and greatest in the new Big Pilot Perpetual Calendar Tourbillon Le Petit Prince. Clad in blue ceramic and featuring a whopping big tourbillon at 12 o'clock, the Big Pilot Perpetual Calendar Tourbillon Le Petit Prince is, despite what the name might suggest, anything but petite. It measures 46.50mm across by 16.18mm in thickness, and boasts a perpetual calendar along with a tourbillon and comes strapped on textured rubber. The Big Pilot Perpetual Calendar Tourbillon Le Petit Prince in blue ceramic is as striking as it is boisterous. I love the gold crown, a staple for all of IWC's Big Pilot watches. While its aesthetic is far from subtle, the combination of gold and blue paired with two high-complication functions is an absolute win in my book. Zenith Chronomaster Original Triple Calendar Lapis Lazuli | Image: Zenith Zenith Chronomaster Original Triple Calendar Lapis Lazuli Brand: Zenith Zenith Model: Chronomaster Original Triple Calendar Lapis Lazuli Chronomaster Original Triple Calendar Lapis Lazuli Reference: Ref. 03.3400.3610/51.C910 Ref. 03.3400.3610/51.C910 Diameter: 38mm 38mm Thickness: 14mm 14mm Material : Stainless steel : Stainless steel Movement: El Primero 3610 El Primero 3610 Power Reserve: 60 hours 60 hours Water Resistance: 50 metres 50 metres Price: USD$22,700 Wow, what a standout. Zenith's Chronomaster Original Triple Calendar is by far my favourite reference from the maison, and in its latest iteration, the Chronomaster Original Triple Calendar absolutely shines. This reference continues Zenith's blue theme for its 160th anniversary with a stunning lapis lazuli dial, the same stone found on the new G.F.J released at Watches And Wonders 2025. Proportion and construction-wise, Zenith hasn't toyed with the process too much, opting to retain the same 38mm diameter size, 14mm thickness and 46mm lug-to-lug properties. The lapis lazuli dial looks exceptional and serves as the perfect backdrop to the Chronomaster Original Triple Calendar's functions and layout. Similarly, the typical El Primero tri-compax layout remains with a chronograph seconds counter subdial at 3 o'clock, a 60-minute chronograph totaliser with a moon-phase aperture at 6 o'clock and a running seconds subdial at 9 o'clock. Most importantly, the use of the new stone dial looks every bit a winner, fusing unique design language with heritage inspiration. Make no mistake, Zenith has gone to town with the Chronomaster Original Triple Calendar, packing it with bucket loads of data and tech into a case that isn't overly large at all. Pair that with the lapis lazuli dial, and we have a solid winner from Zenith, which seems to be the trend as of late. MB&F SP One | Image: MB&F MB&F SP One Brand: MB&F MB&F Model: SP One SP One Diameter: 38mm 38mm Thickness: 12mm 12mm Material : Platinum; Rose gold : Platinum; Rose gold Movement: Calibre SP One Calibre SP One Power Reserve: 72 hours 72 hours Water Resistance: 30 metres 30 metres Price: CHF63,000 (Platinum); CHF58,000 (Rose gold) Max Busser and friends can do no wrong, and with the SP One, we not only get a new watch at a nice price point but also (potentially) a whole new collection of watches. The brand's latest release, which is available in either platinum or rose gold, could well be its most impressive in both design and functionality. With the SP One, we have a virtually open-worked dial with minimal architecture on display. At 38mm in diameter and 12mm thick, the new timepiece isn't exactly slim by traditional dress watch metrics, but the unique openworked construction makes it appear more streamlined than it actually is. What's more, MB&F watches aren't known for refined form factors, so the new proportions do feel like an important and entirely welcomed departure from the norm. MB&F's in-house calibre, eponymously named after the watch it powers, powers the SP One. The SP One is interesting because it's very dissimilar to anything MB&F has produced in the past, yet it looks as much an MB&F as any other watch the Maison has made, if that makes sense. The airy structure might be a bit much, but I really like it. Breguet Tradition Seconde Rétrograde | Image: Breguet Breguet Tradition Seconde Rétrograde Brand: Breguet Breguet Model: Tradition Seconde Rétrograde Tradition Seconde Rétrograde Reference: Ref. 7035BH/H2/9V6 Ref. 7035BH/H2/9V6 Diameter: 38mm 38mm Thickness: 12.60mm 12.60mm Material : Breguet gold : Breguet gold Movement: Calibre 505SR Calibre 505SR Power Reserve: 50 hours 50 hours Water Resistance: 30 metres 30 metres Price: AUD$74,600 (Limited to 250 pieces) After dropping a stunning Classique Souscription 2025 last month, Breguet's birthday celebrations are in full swing, with the heritage watchmaker dropping a new Tradition Seconde Rétrograde to mark its 250th anniversary. Clad in Breguet gold and featuring a flinque enamel dial, the Tradition Seconde Rétrograde is everything that we know and love about Breguet, just made better. Taking design cues from the maison's revered collection of established timepieces, the latest novelty arrives in a safe 38mm case made from Breguet Gold. Created especially for the anniversary celebrations from a blend of gold, silver, copper, and palladium, the bespoke alloy lands in the sweet spot between traditional yellow gold and more contemporary rose gold hues. It is, to put it simply, stunning, and it's a similar story on the dial. The Tradition Seconde Rétrograde features an intricately designed engine-turned dial crafted from gold and decorated in flinque enamel. Throw in the classic Breguet hands and numerals, and you've got a remarkable timepiece that pays homage to the most important name in modern watchmaking. The Breguet Tradition Seconde Rétrograde 7035 is limited to just 250 pieces worldwide and priced at a stellar AUD$74,600.
Yahoo
11-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Jerry Seinfeld Finally Sells Historic Porsche 917K Post-Auction
Read the full story on Modern Car Collector Jerry Seinfeld has successfully sold his prized Porsche 917K, famously driven by Steve McQueen in the movie "Le Mans," after initially turning down a $25 million offer at a Mecum Auctions event earlier this year. Seinfeld disclosed the sale during an appearance on Spike Feresten's 'Spike's Car Radio' podcast, confirming that the vehicle was purchased by a private collector after the auction. This iconic car, chassis 022, initially attracted global attention when Seinfeld announced his decision to auction it through Mecum, a venue known more for American muscle cars than European race cars. Despite high expectations, the highest bid at the January auction was $25 million—insufficient at the time for Seinfeld. However, the auction served as a high-profile marketing platform, rather than the final sale venue. Seinfeld explained that the potential buyers of such a unique and valuable vehicle often prefer privacy and deliberation over the public and pressurized environment of an auction. This strategy proved effective; a private sale was concluded shortly after the auction, within the same price range as the highest bid. The Porsche 917K is not only notable for its cinematic history but also for its value in the collector car market. If Seinfeld's sale price was indeed around $25 million, it would surpass the previous record for a Porsche at auction—$14.08 million for another 917K used in "Le Mans," sold in 2017. The sale marks the end of Seinfeld's tenure as the caretaker of one of the most storied cars in both cinematic and racing history. Purchased in 2001, Seinfeld has maintained the car's condition and provenance, enhancing its value and desirability among collectors. The new owner, whose identity remains confidential, now possesses a significant piece of automotive and entertainment history. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter
Yahoo
07-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Jerry Seinfeld Finally Sold the Porsche 917K from ‘Le Mans' After Turning Down $25 Million
The price was finally right for Jerry Seinfeld. The comedian revealed that he has finally sold his Porsche 917K during his appearance on Spike Feresten's 'Spike's Car Radio' podcast (via Road & Track) earlier this week. News of the sale comes just weeks after Seinfeld turned down $25 million for the race car that Steve McQueen drove in the movie Le Mans at Mecum Auction's Kissimmee 2025 sale. More from Robb Report This Rare, Barely Driven Lamborghini Sían Is Now up for Grabs This 1967 Ford GT40 Race Car Was Completely Refurbished. Now It's up for Auction. This 1969 Mustang Restomod Has One of Mario Andretti's Old Engines. Now It Could Fetch $1 Million. Jaws dropped last fall when Seinfeld announced that he was selling his 917K chassis 022. Enthusiasts weren't just shocked the renowned Porsche lover was parting ways with the marque's most famous vehicle but also that he'd chosen Mecum to oversee its sale, as opposed to RM Sotheby's or Gooding & Company. The auction house has a proven track record, but it's more associated with American-made muscle cars than the kind of historic European sports and race cars they write books about. Seinfeld told Ferensten and his co-host, Paul Zucker, that he went with Mecum because of a meeting he had with its founder, Dana Mecum. During their conversation, Mecum outlined how they would use the auction as a marketing opportunity for the comedian's car and his auction house, driving up interest in both. Seinfeld was so convinced by the idea that he claims he didn't even bother to pay attention to auction, where bidding topped out at $25 million, in January. Seinfeld went on to explain that the kind of collectors who have the money to buy something like the Le Mans 917K, don't always want to do business in a public setting. 'Some people don't want to buy it in that frenzied moment of an auction,' he said. 'They want to do it after. And that's what happened.' The comedian did not identify the new owner of the 917K. He also wouldn't say how much the paid for the car, other than that it was in the $25 million range. That would make the 917K the most expensive Porsche of all time, easily beating the $14.08 million that another example used to film Le Mans, chassis 024, sold for in 2017. Regardless the final price, Seinfeld is sure to have turned a nice profit on the vehicle, which he acquired from Frank Gallogly for an undisclosed sum in 2001, one year after his fellow Porsche buff bought the car for $1.32 million. Le Mans. Best of Robb Report The 2024 Chevy C8 Corvette: Everything We Know About the Powerful Mid-Engine Beast The World's Best Superyacht Shipyards The ABCs of Chartering a Yacht Click here to read the full article.
Yahoo
06-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Here's Why Seinfeld Turned Down $25 Million at Auction for His Porsche 917K
The Porsche 917K once owned by Steve McQueen, and later, Jerry Seinfeld, made headlines back in late January for failing to sell at auction despite a $25 million bid. However, on a March 5 episode of Spike Feresten's "Spike's Car Radio" podcast, the comedian announced that the car has since been sold to a private collector. As a bad Seinfeld impersonator might say, what's the deal with that? It's safe to say Porsche 917K chassis 022 is one of the most iconic cars of all time. The car was driven by McQueen in the 1971 film Le Mans, and was purchased by Seinfeld in 2001. When it was announced that it would be crossing the block at the Mecum Kissimmee auction, the car collecting world took notice. How much would it ultimately sell for? Would it be the most expensive car to ever sell at Mecum? Bidding started out strong, but then fizzled out at the $25 million mark and the car was a no sale. Bummer. But not for Seinfeld. He had another plan. On the podcast, Seinfeld admits he never even bothered to watch the auction. 'I am a carefree guy, you know. Whatever happens, happens,' said Seinfeld, when asked why he didn't watch. He also said he didn't really expect to sell the car at the auction anyway; to him, it was more of a global advertisement for the car and for Mecum than anything else. Seinfeld explains that with high-end items like this, a lot of the time, serious buyers don't want to buy in the frenzy of an auction setting. So he met with Dana Mecum, the president and founder of Mecum Auctions, and they devised a plan. According to Seinfeld, many people in the industry didn't think the car would be worth $25 million. But Mecum and Seinfeld thought that it was, and Mecum had a plan to market it. It would be great exposure for the car, and great exposure for the auction house. From that perspective, the plan worked beautifully, even if the auctioneer didn't ultimately make the sale. After the auction was over, interested parties met and a deal was reached. The new owner wishes to remain anonymous, but Seinfeld said they've already taken delivery of the car. The comedian wouldn't comment on the final transaction price, but said it was in the $25 million range. So — he got his money, Mecum got a lot of attention, and a new owner got one of the most important cars in history. Sounds like a win-win-win. You Might Also Like You Need a Torque Wrench in Your Toolbox Tested: Best Car Interior Cleaners The Man Who Signs Every Car
