Raymond Weil Watches – The Perfect Christmas Gift
With Christmas just around the corner, we have been following Raymond Weil watches and their 12 day’s of Christmas, where they have put together a list of their favorite festive watches, that could just be the perfect present for someone special this year! The 12 days of Christmas usually starts on the 25th, but we thought we’d bring you these great gift ideas a few days early, in case you still need some gift ideas for that special someone!
So take a look at the list below at some of the models chosen, which are some of their brand new Limited Edition pieces, and more classics that have been favorites of the brand throughout the years!
12 Day’s of Raymond Weil – Day 01
Parsifal Men’s Quartz Classic White Dial Bracelet Watch – Shop Now
Almost three decades on from the original production of the Raymond Weil Parsifal collection, this autumn ’18 the iconic piece made a come back. Hugely popular, it was originally released back in the early 90’s, and has now been re-imagined by RW’s luxury Swiss watch making team, bringing a splash of modern influence on the timeless design.
This piece has been released again just in time for the festive season, so how could it not make the list? It was originally inspired by the last opera of Richard Wagner, named Parsifal, making this collection or men’s and women’s watches the perfect accumulation of horology, classic aesthetics and accessible luxury.
12 Day’s of Raymond Weil – Day 02
Tango 300 Marshall Amplification Limited Edition – Shop Now
The Raymond Weil Marshall Amplification Limited Edition timepiece is a part of the Tango collection, and pays tribute to the iconic amplifiers and speaker cabinets produced by Marshall. Renowned for being used by the most iconic musicians of all time like Led Zepplin and Jimi Hendrix, this exclusive watch pays homage to the distinctive style and appeal of Marshall.
This latest Limited Edition timepiece from the Swiss watchmakers incorporates subtle design aesthetics, with the main influence coming from Marshall’s iconic product design and intricate detailing. With a case width of 43mm, the Marshall Limited Edition is perfectly proportioned, for comfort and security. The piece comes with a black PVD coated case, with the surface of the dial replicating the texture of the external grille of a Marshall amp! This, along with a whole load more features inspired by the production of Marshall, makes for a fantastic looking piece, and the perfect gift for any musician or music fan!
You can read even more about this watch in our press release here!
12 Day’s of Raymond Weil – Day 03
Noemia Ladies Quartz 62 Diamond Mother-of-Pearl Watch – Shop Now
The Noemia is one of the most popular women’s models on the site, and as far as Raymond Weil watches go, it’s definitely one of their flagship collections! These models perfectly capture elegance and understated timeless style combined with a touch of contemporary design.
Available in either 32mm or 24mm case widths, with mother of pearl or galvanic dials, the Noemia collection was named after one of Mr. Raymond Weil’s Granddaughter’s, Noemia Bernheim, re-affirming the company’s family-owned and operated ethos and passion for family. The collection’s design has been modeled to convey an image of contemporary design, which is enhanced with the use of diamond embellishments, whilst keeping the Swiss precision timekeeping that the brand are known for.
The Noemia is the perfect gift this Christmas!
12 Day’s of Raymond Weil – Day 04
Freelancer Calibre RW1212 Skeleton Men’s Automatic Black Watch – Shop Now
With a 42mm case, the Freelancer automatic skeleton timepiece features a sleek stainless steel, black PVD coated exterior. The open dial skeleton style dial, offers a view on the heart of the automatic winding movement, which features Raymond Weil’s 38-hour power reserve mechanism, with the dial being completed with rose gold PVD indexes.
Raymond Weil’s very first skeleton timepiece offers a sleek and stylish design, showcasing the Brand’s watchmaking expertise. Launched back in 2007, the Freelancer collection offers a huge array of urbane mechanical watches, which have proved to be extremely popular since being imagined up 11 years ago!
Produced to honor the free-spirited man who wishes to remain in control of his own destiny. This freelancer watch mixes sporty and modest to create a harmonious and unique design perfect for active men.
The automatic movement that this collection comes equipped with gives life to its array of chronograph, diver, and open aperture watches that can accurately measure intervals of time. Raymond Weil watches are constantly being reinterpreted, allowing them to be free from all constraints, the freelancer conserves those elements which constitute its strengths.
12 Day’s of Raymond Weil – Day 05
Shine Two-tone 57 diamonds, interchangeable strap – Shop Now
A classic dress watch, given a luxury, modern taste. With its 32mm round case, the watch is on the smaller side, but this does not take away from it’s impact. A flowing, graceful mother of pearl dial with a subtle white motif adds the perfect level of detail, perfectly complimenting the golden hands and markers! This piece actually comes with a unique, patented system of removable lugs which was developed by the R&D team of Raymond Weil, making the bracelet and strap of the shine ‘Etoile’ easily interchangeable, to make the watch perfect for any occasion.
Along with it’s two-tone stainless steel bracelet, this model will come with and additional Repetto leather strap to change to! This collection displays a blend of glamour and elegance, surrounding your wrist with a graceful, light touch.
12 Day’s of Raymond Weil – Day 06
Maestro Moon Phase Men’s Automatic Silver Mesh Steel Watch – Shop Now
The brand new Raymond Weil Maestro Moon Phase is one the latest innovations to come out of the Swiss company. Being powered by a Swiss Automatic winding mechanical RW4280 movement, the watch is extremely accurate and reliable. Arriving in a smooth 40mm stainless steel case, this piece offers a classic and refined look, perfect for any and every occasion. Created with passion, the main draw for this model is it’s moon phase indicator, positioned at 6 o’clock this offers an inter-stellar view at the crescent shaped aperture!
The watch features an intricate wave-like dial adding yet another level of detail, with its classic roman numeral markers and striking blue hands, which really stand out on this fantastic dial! Definitely one of the most desirable Raymond Weil Watches that you could ask for this Christmas!
Raymond Weil watches, a distinguished horological performer, once again celebrates the elegance and timelessness with the maestro Moon Phase.
12 Day’s of Raymond Weil – Day 07
Freelancer AC/DC Limited Edition – Shop Now
One of the biggest music collaborations that Raymond Weil have produced, in tribute to the legendary rock & roll band AC/DC, as part of their music icons series. The Freelancer AC/DC Limited Edition pays homage to the band in the most Raymond Weil way possible.
The exclusive piece comes fitted with Raymond Weil Watches’ in-house developed movement, the RW1212, which perfectly allows you to view the rocking “Alternating Current/Direct Current” balance within the timepiece. As previously mentioned on Day 04, the Freelancer was first launched in 2007 and is one of the most iconic models that the brand produce today!
Perfect for a fan of the legendary rock band, or a collector of unique and special watches! You can read more on this model here!
This freelancer mixes classic and modest to create a harmonious and unique design. Constantly reinterpreting itself and free from all constraints, the freelancer conserves those elements which constitute its strengths.
12 Day’s of Raymond Weil – Day 08
The Tango 300 Diver with red/blue Bezel – Shop Now
On of the most iconic, standout pieces from the Raymond Weil range, part of the 300 Diver collection, which features a group of luxury watches that are designed to combine the contemporary design style with the classic sporting, dive aesthetic.
The Tango 300 Diver arrives with a 42mm case, relatively modest for a dive style watch, increasing its functionality and wear-ability day-to-day. The bi-directional bezel has been created using both red and blue anodized aluminium, creating that Pepsi dial inspired look, which has been an iconic design through the years, featured on so many of the worlds most famous watches like the Rolex GMT-Master II. The hands and indexes both come treated with super-luminova coating to give luminosity in dark environments, all of which is protected by a sapphire crystal glass treated with double-sided anti-glare.
The watch is still perfectly fit for purpose however, not only does it look like a divers watch, with the iconic Pepsi look, it is one! The watch is water resistant to 30ATM/ 300metres/ 1000ft, making it the perfect watch for all kinds of water based activities, and the ideal gift for an active man.
12 Day’s of Raymond Weil – Day 09
Lady Freelancer with mother of pearl dial – Shop Now
One of the more refined pieces in the Raymond Weil Watches women’s collection, part of the Freelancer range, is this stunning Lady Freelancer! A much smaller 29mm case makes comfort and luxury the focus for this watch, with a mother of pearl dial punctuated by refined and elegant 12 diamond dot hour markers, the piece is also available in a version with a 55 diamond bezel. Unfortunately this 55 diamond model is not currently available from our online store, but let us know if you are interested and we can definitely help you further!
The Lady Freelancer is fitted with a matching 5-row bracelet equipped with a folding clasp and double push-security system. The 100 meter water resistance makes the watch an ideal timepiece for active individuals.
The RAYMOND WEIL freelancer Ladies is the ideal watch for a woman juggling between a career, a family and a social life. The stainless steel bracelet makes this timepiece suitable for active individuals. For Ladies wishing to express their femininity with a touch of sparkle the freelancer collection offers diamond set dial and case options.
12 Day’s of Raymond Weil – Day 10
Toccata classic men’s brown leather strap watch – Shop Now
A classic from Raymond Weil watches, created for a classy alternative, for those who are not interested in a sports watch, perfect for dressing up with a suit, or for wearing everyday!
The simple minimal design of this piece actually adds more depth to the watch, making time-telling the main priority. A clear precise dial with stainless steel markers and a date display at 3 o’clock gives a refined, classy look, that is perfect for any and every occasion!
This could just be the ideal watch for the special person this Christmas!
12 Day’s of Raymond Weil – Day 11
Freelancer David Bowie Limited Edition Men’s Automatic Watch – Shop Now
Possibly the most perfect gift for any fan of music, or David Bowie, and there are plenty of those! The new freelancer David Bowie special edition celebrates the iconic artist and pays tribute to all of his achievements and works over the years. In collaboration with the David Bowie Estate, Raymond Weil watches have produces this wonderful timepiece, in an attempt to encapsulate the life and career or one of the most influential artists of all time.
Created to celebrate what would have been Bowie’s 70th birthday, the fantastic timepiece is dedicated to a few of the many personas created by David Bowie, an artist with unparalleled creativity, a singular visionary, a man of a thousand faces and voices. Bowie’s boundless talent and fearless innovation shone through his final masterpiece, ★, released last year to some of the best critical notices of his distinguished career and winning five Grammy Awards and two Brit Awards in 2017.
The deep black galvanic vinyl dial is topped by the iconic red lightning bolt at the 12 o’clock position, made famous throughout the Aladine Zane era before becoming one of his most iconic features of the imaginary character. The red pop art Bowie logo produced by Andy Warhol to feature on the diamond dogs album graphics is positioned prominently on the lower half of the dial. The case-back features a sapphire crystal glass with double-sided anti-glare treatment, with a portrait of Bowie, which was originally taken by world famous portrait photographer, Terry O’Neil. The timepiece is completed with a unique Limited Edition number, engraved into the case-back and a certificate of authenticity, signed by Raymond Weil’s CEO and Terry O’Neil.
This piece is truly special, and comes in an extravagant display box, which is worth having on its own, but the watch really is a unique and special way of paying homage to the artist, and could really make someones day (Or Year!) this Christmas!
12 Day’s of Raymond Weil – Day 12
Gold on steel, 44 diamonds – Shop Now
One of the most popular Raymond Weil Watches, with diamonds and mother of pearl features, this piece is a classy, smart alternative to the sporty dive watches available from Raymond Weil.
With a date window located at 3 o’clock, this timepiece allows the wearer to check both the date and the time at once, in one simple glance at the wrist. With a refined 30mm stainless steel case, and multiple options when it comes to diamonds, this model is a stunning looking watch, sitting perfectly on your wrist.
