The world of luxury watches has got a refreshing new collection in 2022. Renowned names like Tag Heuer, Hublot, Audemars Piguet are among the many watch brands who have launched new products this year. If you are a collector or a watch connoisseur looking to upgrade your collection, here are some of the top watches you should know about in 2022.
Top luxury watches launched in 2022
Luxury watches are part of the high-end lifestyle. From Swiss brands to US based companies, the watch industry has welcomed a range of new exclusive premium watches to the market.. Mentioned below are the top luxury watches that were launched in 2022.
- Zenith Caliber 135 Observatoire
- Breitling Navitimer 2022 Collection
- Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding 50th Anniversary
- TAG Heuer Autavia Chronometer Flyback
- Hublot Big Bang Integral Time Only
- IWC Aquatimer Automatic
Zenith Caliber 135 Observatoire
Limited to only 10 pieces, the Zenith Caliber 135 Observatoire is a product of collaboration. Swiss watchmaker Zenith teamed up with popular auction house Phillips to create this exclusive timepiece. The watch features the most famous movement, the 135 Observatoire, hence its name.
This particular movement has won several awards for its accuracy during its time in the 1950s. Zenith decided to work with Kari Voutilainen to adopt the same movement but modernize it by making a few minor refinements with a new case style. The Caliber 135 Observatoire has a 38 mm case and is categorized as a dress watch that can enhance your sense of fashion. This classic inspired watch currently retails at $138,000.
Breitling Navitimer 2022 Collection
Refreshed for its 70th anniversary, Breitling has recently unveiled the Navitimer 2022 collection. This particular chronograph watch derived its name from the navigation and time accuracy it delivers. The watch comes in three different dial sizes, a 41 mm, 43 mm and a 46 mm and features Breitling’s famous B01 automatic movement.
When fully wound, the Navitimer 2022 will have a continued power reserve for up to 70 hours. The glass caseback gives you an insight into the intricacies of the movement and adds to the sophistic design of the watch.
Breitling watches were particularly famous among pilots, and as a tribute the company has gone ahead and placed a wing in its dial. The watch carries a logarithmic scale, three chronograph subdials, and its serrated bezel from its previous iterations. Breitling continues to be a popular watch brand among other luxury watches in the market.
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding 50th Anniversary
The Royal Oak turns 50 years old this year. In order to mark this achievement, Audemars Piguet decided to launch the Royal Oak Selfwinding 50th Anniversary watch. This particular watch features a simple and minimalistic design approach. It has a 37 mm dial, a new movement and brand new case style with slim aesthetics.
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding 50th Anniversary features the company’s most famous movement, the Audemars Piguet 5900 automatic. Defining this watch is quite simple, it has a grand tapisserie dial, a slim case, accentuated bezels and a well integrated bracelet. Currently the Royal Oak 50th retails at $25,000.
TAG Heuer Autavia Chronometer Flyback
This rugged looking watch is a step into the future that carries forward the classic design ques of a chronograph. Going into its 60th year, TAG Heuer introduced a range of chronograph watches that exhibit a bulky and functional design.
The Autavia Chronometer Flyback features a 42 mm with luminescent numerals and hands, three sub-dials placed strategically, and a glass caseback. Notable aspects of the watch are a 100 meter water resistance capability thanks to its screw-in crown, interchangeable straps with a quick release button, and a power reserve of up to 80 hours.
Hublot Big Bang Integral Time Only
Unlike the older Big Bang Integral models, this brand new time only Hublot showcases a reduced dial size of 40 m. The movement of the watch is a Hublot HUB1710 automatic. As the name suggests, it’s a time only dial with a skeletonized layout and a 50 hour power reserve.
In comparison to its older versions, this particular Hublot Big Bang Integral reduces the overly bold sized design and goes for a more compact approach instead. It comes in three distinct types, a black ceramic, titanium and of course the classic yellow gold. This luxury watch retails for $17,800 in the US market.
IWC Aquatimer Automatic
With the latest Aquatimer Automatic, IWC has changed the perception of its dive watches by adopting an in-house movement. It features an IWC 32111 automatic movement and offers a power reserve lasting for close to 95 hours, which is impressive on its own.
Apart from some internal upgrades, the watch still carries forward the same features from its predecessor, like 300 meter water resistance, a 42 mm dial size, and a simple design outlook. IWC watches are some of the most sought after luxury watches in Dubai. The Aquatimer Automatic is currently retailing for $6,100.
Apple Watch Ultra
Lastly, what’s not typically considered a luxury watch but still makes the list as a bonus, is the Apple Watch Ultra. This technology packed little computer strapped to your wrist is among the best smartwatch in 2022. Apple Watches are popular for their entertainment and sports features.
The Ultra is the latest addition to the Apple watch series. Launched in september of 2022, this premium watch is built for the outdoor, adventure junkies. Unlike the Series 8 and the SE, the Ultra features a rugged design with a 49 mm dial and a crown guard. Highlights of the Ultra include:
- 100 meter water resistance capability (EN13319 certified)
- 36 hours power backup (60 hours on low power settings)
- An ‘Action Button’ enabling you to customize certain features
- Depth gauge
- And Apple’s latest, emergency crash detection system
Apple Watch Ultra comes in a few different case and lug color options. The one color element that remains standard across all variants is the orange accents on the watch. It carries all the other standard health tracking features available across other Apple watches, like heart rate monitor, blood oxygen level, sleep tracking, etc. The watch currently retails for $799.
Upcoming watches and their key highlights
Mentioned below are the 7 premium watches; their features, dimensions, pricing and other highlights:
| Watch Models | Highlighting Features | |||
| Dial Size | Battery | Movement | Price | |
| Zenith Caliber 135 Observatoire | 38 mm | 40 hours | Zenith Caliber 135-O manual winding | $138,000 |
| Breitling Navitimer 2022 Collection | 41 mm/43 mm/46 mm | 70 hours | Breitling B01 | $9000 – $9600 |
| Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding 50th Anniversary | 37 mm | 70 hours | Audemars Piguet 5900 automatic | $25,000 |
| TAG Heuer Autavia Chronometer Flyback | 42 mm | 80 hours | Automatic Chronograph | $6,950 |
| Hublot Big Bang Integral Time Only | 40 mm | 50 hours | Hublot HUB1710 automatic | $17,800 |
| IWC Aquatimer Automatic | 42 mm | 95 hours | IWC 32111 automatic | $6,100 |
| Apple Watch Ultra | 49 mm titanium case | 36 hours | Apple WatchOS | $799 |
Best premium watches of 2022
Whether it’s the TAG Heuer, the Audemars Piguet or even the Apple Watch Ultra, these watches have been hand picked based on their features, value and exclusivity. Now that we have listed out the top 7 watches you should know about in 2022. It’s time for watch connoisseurs to hit the market to add a timepiece that suits their collection.
