Frederique Constant and Watch Angels have collaborated on a new Worldtimer Manufacture. It is “an exclusive special limited edition” version of Frederique Constant’s Worldtimer powered by manufacture calibre FC-718.
Image: A collaboration between Frederique Constant and Watch Angels.
“This new 40.50mm version introduces a new and timeless case and dial design, as well as new finishing combinations, complementing the ones of the Maison’s highly successful 42mm model.
This new iteration caters to the aesthetic preferences and usability expectations of an important segment of the community, offering a versatile and comfortable alternative to the classic larger size model.”
Frederique Constant Group comprises of Frederique Constant, Alpina Watches and Ateliers DeMonaco, and is part of Japan’s Citizen Group since 2016.
Watch Angels is a Swiss crowd manufacturing platform.
The Worldtimer Manufacture has been “co-designed, co-developed, and co-produced,” by both Frederique Constant and Watch Angels. It is a limited edition of 718 pieces.
Key Features
Functions and Operation
Image: A glance at the dial reveals the time around the world. All operations via the crown at 3 o’clock.
Central hours, minutes, and seconds.
24-hour disc indicating time with a day and night indicator.
24 time-zone world time function indicated by a city disc.
All functions operated by the crown at 3 o’clock.
Crown pushed in – wind the watch.
Crown pulled out 1st position – set the city disc (aligning it with local time with midday position at 12 o’clock).
Crown pulled out 2nd position – set central hours and minutes. The 24-hour disc adjusts automatically.
Dial
Three-piece dial in different shades of blue.
Rhodium hour, minute, and seconds hand are hand polished.
Blue sunray finished inner dial features 13 (2 for 12 o’clock) applied rhodium hour markers, and a circular grained minute scale graduated in increments of 5 minutes each.
Two-tone matt blue 24-hour disc encircles inner dial. Daylight is indicated from (approximately) 6 hours to 18 hours in a lighter shade of blue with an applied polished gold semi-hemisphere sun on 12 hours (midday). Night is indicated from (approximately) 18 to 6 in a darker shade of blue with an applied silver polished and sandblasted semi-hemisphere crescent moon on 24 hours (midnight).
Inclined matt blue 24 time zone city-disc encircles the 24-hour disc. Full names are used for the cities. The red colour “GMT” and “+1” after Geneva contrast well with the different shades of blue, rhodium hands and hour markers, and white markings on the dial.
Case and Strap
Three-piece case is made from 316L stainless steel.
Diameter: 40.50 mm. Height: 11.10 mm. Lug to lug distance: 49.20 mm. Lug width: 20 mm.
Lugs and case profile are vertically brushed. Polished bezel.
“The new case design combines subtle curves with sharp bevels, reflecting the design codes of Frederique Constant. The polished bevels complement the brushed surfaces, dividing the case into levels providing a slim and elegant appearance.”
Dial side features a domed sapphire crystal with triple layer anti-reflective treatment.
Image: Notice the Watch Angels logo on the lug top left of image.
Polished caseback, screwed to the main case, features a sapphire crystal and typical watch text engravings.
Polished crown at 3 o’clock engraved with the brand’s crest.
Water resistant up to 5 ATM / 50 Metres / 165 feet.
Watch comes with a “handmade genuine leather black strap.” It is fitted to a folding clasp made from polished and sandblasted 316L stainless steel, engraved with the brand’s crest.
Movement
Powered by manufacture automatic calibre FC-718. Developed, manufactured, and assembled at Frederique Constant.
Drives the hours, minutes, seconds, 24-hour disc, and world time function.
Parts: 139. Jewels 26. Frequency 28,800 vph or 4 Hz. Power reserve 38 hours.
Movement finishing includes Perlage, circular Côtes de Genève decorations, blued screws, and an openworked automatic winding rotor.
“Since our founding we innovate by collaborating with best-in-class manufacturers and partners. They are able to take us out of our comfort zone which is necessary for experimentation and innovation. The collaboration with Watch Angels situates itself within this framework and additionally brings us the feedback of a collector community further reinforcing our way of innovating which includes closely listening to the market”. – Niels Eggerding, Frederique Constant CEO
Our Thoughts
Image: Beautiful details.
The Frederique Constant + Watch Angels Worldtimer Manufacture is a beautiful watch. It’s dial execution, case design and smaller diameter appeal to me a great deal more than the brand’s impressive Classic Worldtimer Manufacture.
In addition to the usefulness of its world time function, it will be a lovely sight and conversation piece at watch GTGs. A versatile world time watch and a compelling addition to any watch collection.
The collaboration with Watch Angles highlights Frederique Constant’s forward-thinking nature, one that is open to “experimentation and innovation.” This same mindset enables them to develop the relatively affordable Classic Tourbillon Manufacture.
I hope Frederique Constant keeps a version of this 40.50 mm edition in their permanent catalogue. Perhaps they can experiment with different dial designs and colours. Such a model would be among the most sought-after world time watches among collectors globally.
Additional Details
Name: Frederique Constant + Watch Angels Worldtimer Manufacture
Price: Swiss Franc (CHF): 4,490
Limited edition of 718 pieces.
Available only on Watch Angels website. Subscription order window opened on 13 February 2025 and ends on 13 March 2025. Delivery is in September 2025.
Pay 50% now and 50% upon delivery. Price includes shipping and taxes.
5 years international warranty.
Please visit the Frederique Constant Instagram page and Watch Angels website and Instagram page for more information.
Image Credits: Frederique Constant and Watch Angels website.
Top: Watch Angels logo. Bottom: Frederique Constant logo.
