WATCHES & STYLE

Dark Matter

by Anton D. Javier
13 May 2019

Predominantly all black timepieces that boast beautiful design and powerful performance, which are sure to make a statement as soon as you strap them on your wrist

  • BREGUET LA MARINE 5517
  • BLANCPAIN FIFTY FATHOMS TITANIUM
  • ZENITH DEFY EL PRIMERO 21 CARBON
  • LONGINES HYDROCONQUEST
  • HAMILTON KHAKI FIELD MURPH AUTO

BREGUET LA MARINE 5517

The Marine 5517, which is part of Breguet’s greater La Marine collection, is the perfect timepiece that brings together sportiness and luxury, all housed in a 40mm case. This particular titanium model features a sunburst slate grey dial, a black rubber strap, and a sapphire crystal caseback – aesthetic elements that are sure to attract those who lead active lifestyles while making time for the occasional formal affair.

www.breguet.com

  • BREGUET LA MARINE 5517
  • BLANCPAIN FIFTY FATHOMS TITANIUM
  • ZENITH DEFY EL PRIMERO 21 CARBON
  • LONGINES HYDROCONQUEST
  • HAMILTON KHAKI FIELD MURPH AUTO

BLANCPAIN FIFTY FATHOMS TITANIUM

Blancpain’s Fifty Fathoms timepiece enjoys the distinction of being the first modern diver’s watch, making it an instant hit among professional divers and watch enthusiasts. Sixty-six years later, the watch still boasts its main original technical and aesthetic characteristics, updated with a satin-brushed titanium case that pairs well with its signature ebony-black color.

www.blancpain.com

  • BREGUET LA MARINE 5517
  • BLANCPAIN FIFTY FATHOMS TITANIUM
  • ZENITH DEFY EL PRIMERO 21 CARBON
  • LONGINES HYDROCONQUEST
  • HAMILTON KHAKI FIELD MURPH AUTO

ZENITH DEFY EL PRIMERO 21 CARBON

Zenith’s DEFY El Primero 21 Carbon is a visually arresting timepiece and one look is not enough to take in all the elements. The dial alone is made up of a combination of straight lines and angles, revealing the architecture of the openworked movement. The instrument’s black treatment also allows for the gleaming edges of the innovatory skeleton movement to shine through the dark, subtly calling out to watch aficionados that place importance on both form and function.

www.zenith-watches.com

  • BREGUET LA MARINE 5517
  • BLANCPAIN FIFTY FATHOMS TITANIUM
  • ZENITH DEFY EL PRIMERO 21 CARBON
  • LONGINES HYDROCONQUEST
  • HAMILTON KHAKI FIELD MURPH AUTO

LONGINES HYDROCONQUEST

Longines takes the HydroConquest to new heights with the launch of a model that is made entirely from black ceramic – a highly technical and scratch-resistant material that is perfectly suited for the timepiece’s sporty outlook. Where other features are concerned, the HydroConquest boasts water resistance of up to 300 meters, a unidirectional bezel, screw-in crown, and a double security-folding clasp. Another feature we enjoy are the large numbers and the radiance of the white Super-LumiNova coated indexes and hands against the deep black dial.

 www.longines.com

  • BREGUET LA MARINE 5517
  • BLANCPAIN FIFTY FATHOMS TITANIUM
  • ZENITH DEFY EL PRIMERO 21 CARBON
  • LONGINES HYDROCONQUEST
  • HAMILTON KHAKI FIELD MURPH AUTO

HAMILTON KHAKI FIELD MURPH AUTO

Film buffs and Hamilton enthusiasts who enjoyed the 2014 film “Interstellar” would have definitely noticed this timepiece, and now, the watch brand has released a faithful recreation of it – the Khaki Field Murph Auto, named after actress Jessica Chastain’s character. The stylish instrument features a three-hand movement with a date function, as well a power reserve of 80 hours, finished off with a stainless steel case and calf leather strap.

www.hamiltonwatch.com