1. The Swatch x Audemars Piguet Royal Pop is a collection of eight unique pocket watches, functioning as both traditional watches and desk clocks.
2. The collection includes two main variants: Lepine-style with six designs and Savonnette-style with two designs.
3. Powered by the Sistem51 movement, these watches offer approximately 90 hours of power reserve and feature high-precision, antimagnetic components.
4. Prices range from $400 to $420, with availability from Swatch boutiques starting May 16th.
Launch Details and Type of Collection
The much-anticipated Swatch x Audemars Piguet Royal Pop has now officially hit the global market, so people are excited about it. In case you think it’s just another wristwatch, you mistaken! These are actually eight special pocket watches designed for various uses like slipping into your pocket, clipping onto a bag, or standing on a desk with a removable stand.
Variants and Designs
Lepine-style and Savonnette-style Pocket Watches
The collection comes in two main styles: the Lepine-style with a crown positioned at 12 o’clock, showing just the hour and minute, and the Savonnette-style featuring a crown at 3 o’clock with a small second hand at 6 o’clock. The Lepine style has six diverse models, each with its own striking color schemes—such as Orenji Hachi with its navy case and red/orange screws, and Huit Blanc which sports a pristine white finish with rainbow indices. Meanwhile, the Savonnette collection only includes two options, namely Lan Ba in shades of blue and Otg Roz in lively pink, yellow, and teal colors.
Movement and Price Points
Power and Precision
These pocket watches are powered by the Sistem51 movement, promising an impressive power reserve of about 90 hours. They include an antimagnetic Nivachron hairspring and feature precision adjustments done with laser-based technology straight from the factory, ensuring high accuracy and reliability.
Cost and Availability
Pricing-wise, the Lepine style version of the Royal Pop is priced at $400, while its Savonnette counterpart is a little more expensive at $420. They are scheduled to be available from selected Swatch boutiques starting from the 16th of May. More detailed information can be found on Swatch’s official website, where enthusiasts can learn everything about these innovative pocket watches.