Elite Traveler Fall 2023

ARMIN STROM PURE RESONANCE ULTIMATE SAPPHIRE In a collaboration with watch collector Horomariobro, Armin Strom created a one-of a-kind watch that was so impressive it has become a limited-edition series. The manual winding Pure Resonance Ultimate Sapphire boasts a sapphire dial with a symmetrical design and is devoid of a second hand — something this brand has never done. Created in just 10 pieces, the 42mm watch is also devoid of the brand’s typical logo. The watch movement is equipped with Armin Strom’s patented resonance clutch spring system for improved precision, chronometry and extreme shock resistance. The black PVD-coated gear train bridges boast a unique graining pattern handmade by master watchmaker Kari Voutilainen. Available exclusively through Oster Jewelers in Denver. $59,000, arminstrom.com

ULYSSE NARDIN FREAK ONE Swiss watch brand Ulysse Nardin is known for its revolutionary take on luxury timepieces. The Freak One is no exception. The watch, inspired by the original unveiled in 2001, is devoid of hands, crown or a dial. It is equipped with the 229-part UN-240 automatic movement with a fl ying carousel that rotates on its own axis and a patented Grinder winding system with 90 hours of power reserve. The time is set using the bezel, which rotates the entire movement — a mesmerizing dance to watch. There is a barrel cover beneath the movement that acts as the rotating hour disc. $68,600, ulysse-nardin.com indicates the date and day of the week in linear format. The month is indicated on the perimeter of the dial on a moving disk that intravenously changes with each month, so that the month lines up with the day/date, and an arrow to the right of the date points to the month. The mechanical automatic caliber o ff ers 72 hours of power reserve. Crafted in Goldtech, the watch is a Panerai boutique exclusive. $39,200, panerai.com PANERAI RADIOMIR ANNUAL CALENDAR This year, for the fi rst time since the Radiomir was originally made available to the public in 1997, O ffi cine Panerai equips the beloved watch with an annual calendar. It was developed speci fi cally for the Radiomir collection. With an incredibly clean dial, the watch