Frederique Constant Introduces GMT Model to Classics Runabout Series
Frederique Constant has expanded its Classics Runabout series with a new Automatic GMT model, adding a second time‑zone function to the water‑inspired collection. The 2026 release comes in two colour options—deep navy and teak brown—and each version is limited to 888 pieces, featuring vertical satin‑striped dials, a three‑ring layout with a central 24‑hour GMT scale, beige “old radium” lume, and a date window at six o’clock. Powered by a Sellita SW200 base (FC‑350) equipped with an in‑house GMT module, the watch offers a 38‑hour power reserve, a 12.85 mm thickness, and Côtes de Genève finishing on the bridges, all housed in a smoked sapphire caseback that displays the Riva Historical Society pennant. The blue model is paired with a black rubber strap and pin buckle, while the brown version features a leather strap with a folding clasp, each presented in a box containing a miniature wooden runabout. Priced at CHF 1,995, the 42 mm, nearly 13 mm thick timepiece blends robust functionality with elegant dress‑watch aesthetics, continuing the brand’s tradition of supporting Italy’s classic wooden speedboats through its partnership with the Riva Historical Society.
Buying Time Analysis: This story highlights Frederique Constant’s continued collaboration with the Riva Historical Society, showcasing the brand’s dedication to heritage-inspired design and the introduction of a functional GMT complication that enhances the watch’s utility while supporting classic boat preservation.
