Zenith, Bovet, and Armin Strom make up some of our favourite watches for August with offerings that span technical excellence, natural artistry, and performance-driven design
Where has the time gone? With the final quarter of 2025 now well and truly underway, we’re taking stock of some of the finest watches to emerge this month—from watchmakers who, impressively, show no signs of slowing down.
Zenith Chronomaster Sport Meteorite
Material innovation continues to shape contemporary watchmaking—and with the Chronomaster Sport Meteorite, Zenith taps into one of the most intriguing surfaces of all. Previously a Japan-exclusive and now available worldwide, this latest edition pairs the beloved Chronomaster Sport’s silhouette with a radiant grey meteorite dial that immediately catches the eye. The dial, sporting the naturally formed Widmanstätten pattern—a geometric signature created by the gradual cooling of molten iron in space—is framed by a black ceramic bezel and accented by a more subdued take on Zenith’s signature tri-colour sub-dials.
Balancing raw cosmic texture with modern sporting finesse, the timepiece is powered by the legendary, high-frequency El Primero 3600 movement that delivers 60-hour power reserve.
Bovet Récital 12 Malachite
Stone dials are having a moment in watchmaking—and Bovet is approaching the trend with signature flair. Known for its highly decorative approach to watchmaking, the maison brings a natural flourish to its Récital 12 line with a limited edition in Malachite.
Sporting bold green striations that sweep across its off-centre dial, the timepiece juxtaposes the natural splendour of the stone with its architectural skeletonised movement beneath. Adding to that, the natural patterns of the dial contrast against its 40mm titanium case, resulting in a timepiece that balances rich materiality with a refined, sporty silhouette.
Powered by the manual-wound Calibre 13BMDR12C2, the timepiece boasts an impressive 7-day power reserve.
Armin Strom Mirrored Force Resonance Rose Gold
Few concepts excite horological purists more than resonance—a phenomenon where two oscillators, placed in proximity, begin to synchronise naturally through shared vibrations. In watchmaking, this principle enhances chronometric precision by allowing each balance wheel to compensate for the other’s deviations. While rarely explored—let alone mastered—Armin Strom has made resonance a hallmark of its technical identity.
Now, the independent watchmaker unveils its most arresting iteration yet: the Mirrored Force Resonance in 18K rose gold. The warm, radiant glow of the 43mm case delivers serious visual punch, balancing the watch’s bold, architectural presence with a refined elegance. Elsewhere, a striking off-centre black dial, finished in hand-crafted sunray guilloché, adds further depth and contrast.
While the exquisite case and dial catch the eye, the main allure, as expected, lies in the twin balance wheels that oscillate in perfect harmony. Linked by Armin Strom’s patented resonance clutch spring, the synchronised movement is fully on display, thanks to the timepiece’s openworked architecture. Powered by the manual-wound Caliber ARF21, the limited edition timepiece offers a 48-hour power reserve.
Panerai Submersible Marina Militare PAM01698
With a history interwoven with the Italian Navy, Panerai has long charmed collectors attracted to a rugged sense of masculinity. And with the Submersible Marina Militare PAM01698, Panerai once again appeals to those sensibilities.
Crafted from Carbotech, a high-performance and carbon composite, the 44mm case is both robust and visually distinct. Even lighter than titanium, the matte black case is deftly complemented by a green-grained matte dial that is inspired by the flight gear worn by members of the Italian Navy’s aviation branch.
Elsewhere, a radar-style small seconds subdial, along with a green canvas strap enhance its tactical feel. The timepiece, which is powered by the automatic P.900 calibre, delivers a 3-day power reserve.
Norqain Wild ONE Skeleton Stan the Man
Norqain pays tribute to Grand Slam champion Stan Wawrinka with a limited-edition take on its beloved Wild One Skeleton. Limited to 85 pieces, the watch pairs the brand’s high-impact Norteq carbon fibre case with a vivid yellow-green shock absorber.
Framed by the openworked architecture of the COSC-certified Calibre NN08S, the black skeleton dial features matching fluorescent accents and a left-side Norqain plate embedded with actual tennis ball fibres. On the reverse, a sapphire caseback displays the dates of Wawrinka’s three Grand Slam wins.
Adding to its sporty appeal is a black and yellow-green rubber strap that sports a crisscross pattern reminiscent of a tennis net. Tennis superfans will also appreciate its bespoke spherical chrome presentation box, which includes a signed ball and commemorative plate.
