This weekend, the world’s most prestigious watch brands will converge in Geneva to show their support for Only Watch, the renowned biennial charity event that invites the crème de la crème in the world of Haute Horlogerie to contribute a unique timepiece for a noble cause. Established in 2005 by Luc Pettavino, proceeds generated from this event will be channelled towards finding a cure for neuromuscular diseases such as Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Now in its seventh edition, this year’s event makrs the first time that Only Watch will be hosted by the prestigious British auction house Christie’s. Here’s a look at some of the one-of-a-kind creations that will be auctioned off to the highest bidder with a heart of gold.
05 BELL & ROSS BR-X1 R.S.17 ONLY WATCH
This enticing sporty timepiece features several colourful details inspired by the steering wheel of the official RS17 race car used by the Renault Sport Formula One Team. Enhancing the sporty allure of the model is the 45mm case forged from carbon fibre, a lightweight yet durable material widely used in constructing superfast cars. Among its useful features are a tachymeter scale located on bezel, which can be used for measuring speed, ‘rocker’ push buttons for activating the chronograph function, and pushers made of high-tech ceramic and clad in yellow rubber for extra traction. As an added bonus, the lucky bidder of this watch will also get a chance to meet the racing team in Abu Dhabi during the last race of the F1 championship, where they will receive the official race gloves worn by German professional race driver, Nico Hülkenberg.
