A More Playful, Accessible Worldtime Emerges With Baltic’s Heures du Monde

Balancing visual impact and practicality, the model pairs vibrant stone textures with a well-priced, travel-ready complication.

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Worldtimers are intricately engineered timepieces that utilise synchronised discs to display all time zones simultaneously. That does not accurately represent Baltic's actions in this context. The new Heures du Monde adopts an alternative approach, priced below EUR 1,500, utilising a Swiss GMT movement to innovate the presentation of information. Baltic employs a transparent 24-hour disc above the dial, which completes one full rotation daily, in lieu of a conventional 24-hour GMT hand, functioning in conjunction with the city ring on the bezel. The outcome evokes the sensation of a worldtimer, while embodies the rationale (and cost) of a GMT.

The scaled disc, matching the hue of the dial and bezel, can be separately altered by the crown, allowing for the setting of a second time zone without disrupting the primary display. The city ring allows you to ascertain the time in various areas. The casing adheres to Baltic's typical design, including a tiny size that is comfortably worn on the wrist. Constructed from stainless steel, it has a diameter of 37mm, a lug-to-lug measurement of 45mm, a lug width of 20mm, and a thickness of 11.3mm (or 9.3mm excluding the crystal). This results in a small timepiece, an ideal size for travel.

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The dial is where Baltic exhibits greater creativity with the new Heures du Monde collection. Multiple variants are available, including stone dials that impart a distinctly different aesthetic. You may select between labradorite, tiger eye, and sodalite, each presenting a distinct appearance. Labradorite is the darker variant, exhibiting nuances of blue and grey that manifest according to the lighting conditions. Tiger eye exhibits a warmer appearance with brown hues, whilst sodalite is characterised by intense blue tones. Collectively, they offer texture and diversity, imparting a more casual ambiance to the watch, distinguishing it from a conventional tool watch. Each dial is crafted from real stone, ensuring that no two are identical.

Additional features comprise baton markers, faceted sword hands, and a hint of luminescence. The ceramic city bezel provides contrast and is expected to endure over time. The watch is powered by a Swiss Soprod C125 automatic movement, serving as the foundation for this GMT-style display. This engine operates at 4Hz and provides a power reserve of approximately 42 hours. The watch is available in various configurations, including a leather strap and Baltic's beads-of-rice and flat-link steel bands. The water resistance is rated at 100 meters.

The Baltic Heures du Monde is available for EUR 1,300 with a leather strap and EUR 1,360 with a steel bracelet. The initial series is restricted to 200 pieces per model, with the collection anticipated to be incorporated into the permanent catalogue at a future date. For additional information, kindly visit baltic-watches.com.