Frederique Constant

The Swiss luxury watch brand Frédérique Constant was founded in 1988. In 2002 Alpina Watches was acquired by Frédérique Constant and added to the portfolio. Frederique Constant is focused on affordable luxury watches and has seen success with its heart beat movement, the first such caliber made in-house, with a bridge for the balance wheel on the front side of the movement (patented design).

Talking Shop with Frederique Constant CEO Niels Eggerding

Few brands went through such rapid developments as Frederique Constant. Within a record time, this brand evolved into one of the most respected and innovative Swiss watch manufacturers. Is it now resting on its laurels, enjoying the fruits of its current status or is it still all hence on deck as they move forward into...

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Aug 5, 2024 by Martin Green

It’s Time – WatchTime New York 2024 Tickets On Sale Now!

After an incredible show in 2023, WatchTime New York, the premier collector’s event in North America, is set to return to Manhattan from October 18th to 20th, 2024. WatchTime New York 2024 promises to be even more spectacular, with the show marking the 25th anniversary of WatchTime and bringing together the world’s finest watchmakers, timepieces,...

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Jun 20, 2024 by WatchTime

PORTFOLIO

Eternal Time: 6 Modern Perpetual Calendar Watches

In modern watchmaking, a perpetual calendar indicates the date, and corrects automatically for months with less than 31 days, as well as leap years. Unless the movement takes into account century years that are not leap years, a perpetual calendar will need manual adjusting in 2100, 2200 and 2300. Usually, a perpetual calendar combines additional complications (a moon-phase, for example). From WatchTime's February 2018 issue, here are six watches that are (almost) ready for eternity.

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Jul 25, 2024 by WatchTime

Frederique Constant Unveils New Classics Runabout Limited Editions

Blending Italian maritime heritage and Swiss craftsmanship, the Classics Runabout collection from Frederique Constant, first introduced in 2013, welcomes two stunning limited-edition releases. Created in collaboration with the Riva Historical Society (RHS), they uphold the collection’s chic style with a vibrant blue dial evoking a sea breeze and an aura of dolce vita. Available in...

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Jul 16, 2024 by Sabine Zwettler

Frederique Constant Unveils Classic Moonphase Date Manufacture in 18K Gold LE

Frederique Constant unveils the most exclusive version to-date of its Classic Moonphase Date Manufacture, now launching the model in a solid 18-carat rose gold case. To underline its exclusivity, the model is limited to 150 numbered pieces. At the heart of the Classic Moonphase Date Manufacture is the brand-new FC-716 manufacture movement, which comes with...

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Jun 17, 2024 by Sabine Zwettler

Dressed for Success: Best Dress Watches from Watches & Wonders 2024

Whether you’re dressing for an important party or a business lunch, a dress watch is always a safe bet. Also known as a suit watch, these three- or two-handed timepieces are ideal because they are subtle yet stylish and sophisticated. Here are five examples embodying understated luxury that were recently unveiled at Watches and Wonders...

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Apr 30, 2024 by Sabine Zwettler

Frederique Constant Unveils New Classic Moonphase Date Manufacture Models at Watches and Wonders 2024

A refined example of a contemporary moon-phase watch, Frederique Constant’s Classic Moonphase Date Manufacture is expanded at this year’s Watches and Wonders. The three new executions are presented in a 40mm stainless-steel case, each featuring a height of 12.4mm with a water resistantance to 50 meters. The fill-free dials with diamond cut indices are available...

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Apr 10, 2024 by Sabine Zwettler

Frederique Constant Presents Slimline Perpetual Calendar Manufacture Designed by Peter Speake

Continuing their collaborative journey, British watchmaker Peter Speake and the Geneva-based manufacture Frederique Constant unveil an extraordinary timepiece for 2024, the Slimline Perpetual Calendar Manufacture Designed by Peter Speake. Limited to just 135 pieces, this haute-horlogerie complication comes in a 42mm steel case with a svelte height of 12.05mm. Thanks to a bold open-work design,...

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Feb 8, 2024 by Sabine Zwettler

Introducing the Frederique Constant Highlife Tourbillon Perpetual Calendar

For its 35th-anniversary celebration in 2023, Frederique Constant unveiled a series of limited-edition models, culminating in the Highlife Tourbillon Perpetual Calendar in stainless steel on the occasion of Citizen’s opening of its New York City Flagship store in December 2023. This haute-horlogerie model brings together two prestigious complications, the tourbillon and the perpetual calendar, in...

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Jan 17, 2024 by Sabine Zwettler

Citizen Watch America Opens Flagship Store in New York City

Citizen Watch America (CWA) officially opened the group’s first-ever U.S.-based multi-brand flagship store on December 6, 2023. Situated within one of Manhattan’s premiere shopping destinations at 605 Fifth Avenue, steps from Rockefeller Center, this new retail concept invites customers to shop the full range of timepiece offerings across the group’s portfolio of brands that includes...

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Dec 6, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

A Celestial Beauty: Frederique Constant Manufacture Classic Tourbillon Meteorite

In celebration of its 35th company anniversary and 15th anniversary of its in-house tourbillon movement in 2023, Frederique Constant introduces the Manufacture Classic Tourbillon Meteorite, following a pink gold and stainless steel execution earlier released this year. As the name suggests, the haute horlogerie complication features a rare meteorite dial that creates a beautiful, “out-of-this...

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Nov 27, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Showing at WatchTime New York 2023: Frederique Constant Launches Classic Power Reserve Big Date Manufacture (with Hands-on Photos)

Photography via Roger Ruegger Introducing moon phase, power reserve, and large date functionalities in a single timepiece, Frederique Constant unveils a trio of complications through its new FC-735 in-house caliber. Launched at this year’s Geneva Watch Days, the timepiece marks a novel addition for the Geneva-based brand as it commemorates its 35th anniversary this year....

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Oct 13, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

WATCH REVIEW

Beautifully Bicompax: Comparing Chronographs from Stowa, Staudt, and Frederique Constant

We compared three elegant chronographs from Frederique Constant, Stowa, and Staudt. Visually, they all benefit from a symmetrical dial layout and lack of a date window, but are they more than just pretty faces? Find out in this review from our archives, with original photos by Olaf Köster.

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Oct 12, 2023 by Jens Koch

WatchTime New York 2023 Tickets on Sale Now

Following what was one of WatchTime New York’s biggest shows to-date in 2022, the esteemed collector’s event returns to Manhattan once again this year from October 20th to 22nd. WatchTime New York 2023 will bring together many of the world’s most impressive watchmakers and timepieces alongside countless enthusiasts, collectors, and industry experts. The multi-day event...

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Jun 16, 2023 by WatchTime

Frederique Constant Announces Two Additional Variants of the Classic Tourbillon Manufacture

Following the success of the 150-piece limited version of the Classic Tourbillon Manufacture in pink gold unveiled at this year’s Watches and Wonders, Frederique Constant now announced two additional executions of this statement piece in polished stainless steel. Limited to 350 pieces each, they are presented with a sunray silver and blue watch face. While...

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May 12, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Frederique Constant Expands Highlife Collection with a Sparkling Addition

Frederique Constant’s Highlife collection has expanded by one model more at this year’s Watches and Wonders with the introduction of the Highlife Ladies Automatic Sparkling. Aptly named, the design includes a series of diamond accents and a sparkling dial that give it a vibrant vitality in any light condition. With its sporty yet gem-centric design,...

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May 5, 2023 by Caleb Anderson

Hands-On: Frederique Constant Classic Tourbillon Manufacture

One of the more pleasant surprises at Watches & Wonders 2023 came from Frederique Constant who celebrated its 35th anniversary with the release of a very special limited edition Classic Tourbillon Manufacture. A refresh of the FC-980 from 2008, this new and contemporary take shows the brand playing at a much higher level than you...

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Apr 13, 2023 by Bilal Khan

Frederique Constant Celebrates 35 Years With the Manufacture Classic Tourbillon

In 2023 Frederique Constant celebrates its 35th anniversary and the brand coincidingly made its debut at Watches and Wonders this year. The latest iteration of the Manufacture Classic Tourbillon, a three-hand watch in pink gold with a tailor-made movement, honors both milestones. The name-giving grand complication is displayed at 6 o’clock on the very minimalist...

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Apr 11, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

An Elegant New Travel Companion: The Frederique Constant Highlife Worldtimer

First released in 1999 and then re-introduced in 2020, Frederique Constant’s Highlife collection embodies the values that have contributed to the Maison’s success: a refined design, Swiss high-end watchmaking, and an attractive price point. Now this highly contemporary watch family is being further expanded to include two timepieces with a world time function. This sophisticated...

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Mar 13, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

2022 Year in Review: 4 Notable Perpetual Calendars

Continuing our annual recap tradition, today we look back at more of the most exciting and innovative releases that broke onto the scene in 2022. Like many years, this one saw the debut of many fascinating, complication-equipped timepieces, from chronographs to alarm watches to GMTs and more. Today, we are highlighting the esteemed perpetual calendar...

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Dec 29, 2022 by Caleb Anderson

2022 Year in Review: 8 Chronographs Ready for Action

Kicking off our annual tradition of recapping some of the most notable stories and watches from the year, today we’re talking about the watch world’s most common complication (after a simple date aperture, that is), in the chronograph. Equipping sports watches to formal pieces to everything in between, the chronograph is a complication as useful in...

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Dec 21, 2022 by Caleb Anderson

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