Timeless Watch Week Presented By Wristcheck x Tatler Asia
Immerse yourself in the world of horological excellence at TIMELESS Watch Week, featuring captivating panel discussions with industry experts, an exclusive showcase of the 90 nominated GPHG timepieces and more
To celebrate the exceptional timepieces nominated for the prestigious Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) awards this year, Wristcheck and Tatler Asia are hosting the inaugural edition of TIMELESS Watch Week in Hong Kong. This is the first time GPHG will be bringing the nominated pieces to Hong Kong and Macau. This extraordinary experience will kick off at The Londoner Macao between September 25 to 26 and will be hosted at Centricity at LANDMARK in Hong Kong between September 29 to October 1.
The highlight of TIMELESS Watch Week is an exclusive exhibition that showcases all 84 watches and 6 clocks nominated for the highly-coveted 23rd edition of the GPHG by the 827 members of the Academy. This showcase offers a unique opportunity to marvel at these timepieces up close, allowing you to appreciate their craftsmanship before they claim the spotlight at the upcoming awards event. Scheduled to take place on November 9, 2023, at the Théâtre du Léman in Geneva, the awards ceremony serves as the grand finale of a remarkable journey that takes the nominated watches on a tour. From Kuala Lumpur (October 5th to 8th, 2023) to New York (October 18th to 22nd, 2023), and finally back to Geneva (October 26th to November 12th, 2023), these exceptional timepieces will captivate audiences around the world in both exhibits and the culminating awards ceremony.
Kicking off on September 29, 2023, TIMELESS Watch Week will also include panel discussions and a masterclasses led by esteemed industry professionals. The "Women & Watches" panel, moderated by Wristcheck’s Media Director Neha Bajpai, will have prolific women like Grace Huang, Zoe Abelson aka @watchgirloffduty, Antonia Li, and PHILLIPS Watches’ Gertrude Wong discuss the evolving role of women in the watch industry.
For those with a passion for collecting watches, the "Masterclass: The Art of Collecting Watches" is a must-attend session. Moderated by Austen Chu, co-founder of Wristcheck and founder of Horoloupe, this masterclass features insightful discussions with industry experts Winston Koo, Mark Cho and Vintage Watch Collector. Gain valuable insights into the world of watch collecting, including tips on identifying rare pieces, understanding market trends, and building a curated collection.
Exclusive to VIP attendees, a masterclass hosted by Wristcheck’s Watchmaker and Professional Services Lead, Peter Glomb, offers a rare opportunity to witness the intricate process of assembling and disassembling movements.
The TIMELESS Watch Week exhibition opens to the public from September 29 until October 1, 2023 with pre-registration required for hourly sessions from 10am to 7pm. Limited-entry panel discussions and masterclasses also require pre-booking. Reserve your spot and find detailed registration information at timelesswatchweek.com.
