While we are always excited to see what is new at Baselworld, Whitewall was equally as thrilled by these brands' nod to tradition and classic style.

Glashutte Original Seventies Panorama Date

The seventies inspired a movement in style that affected all fields. Glashutte Original is revisiting this exciting time with its Seventies Panorama Date timepiece. This watch is classic in every sense of the word - both understated and daring - a piece for the collector who wants to keep a little retrospection in his future. The stainless steel case is attached to a traditional four-link metal bracelet and is powered by the flawless Caliber 39-47 automatic movement designed by Glashutte Original.

Hermes Arcea Grande Lune

Hermes wows Baselworld once again with the Arceau Grande Lune. This timeless instrument boasts a full calendar based around the phases of the moon. A new look at one of the signature pieces of their collection, the Arceau possesses such distinctively classic touches as a transparent back case showcasing the watches functions and a hoop-shaped component at the band. Available in herringboned black or silver dials, this piece is expressly elegant.

Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Chronograph

After many years of innovations in chronograph design, this year Patek Philippe took a look back at classic design with its Perpetual Calendar Chronograph. Notorious for its complex engineering, Patek chronographs are designed specifically for the afficionado. While this year’s design maintains many of the original’s features, new elements such as a chronograph caliber with wheel control and horizontal clutch are proof that Patek continues to evolve as a cult chronograph manufacturer.

Rado True Thinline

The True Thinline watch is irresistibly slender and technologically advanced. Rado has revolutionized their expertise in ceramic watchmaking to incorporate every mechanical function into the world’s thinnest watch without sacrificing the strength or comfort that has defined their history. With features such as a sapphire crystal dome and clear glass or diamond indices, this watch is state-of-the-art not only in this pioneering technology, but in style and luxury.

Breguet Hora Mundi

Designed for the frequent traveler, Breguet has revealed its latest evolution of the Hora Mundi watch. Always looking ahead, Breguet has incorporated several new features including a revolutionary, instant jump, time zone display and a programmable, mechanical memory wheel. Time travel has never been so easy!