SJX Podcast: Best of 2025 – Complications
Episode 22 of the SJX Podcast reflects on the intricate watch complications that debuted in 2025, marking a significant year for the industry with numerous ambitious releases from major brands. Celebrating important anniversaries, such as Vacheron Constantin’s 270th and Audemars Piguet’s 150th, the year witnessed remarkable timepieces like Lange’s black enamel minute repeater perpetual calendar and Blancpain’s Grande Double Sonnerie, which features a unique melody composed by Kiss drummer Eric Singer. Chopard also made headlines by showcasing its sapphire gongs with the Grand Strike, the brand's first grande sonnerie. Additionally, Audemars Piguet introduced the RD#5 as a centerpiece for its anniversary celebrations, while also releasing a crown-operated perpetual calendar that stands out among the year's significant complications. The podcast provides insights into these notable achievements in horology, highlighting the creativity and craftsmanship that characterized 2025.
