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Gérald Genta Retro Classic: The Definitive Genta Masterpiece? – Reprise

Martin Green is no Gérald Genta groupie charmed by everything the designer created, but he appreciates greatness. While some may favor the Genta Gefica or Grande Sonnerie as the master's definitive design, Martin makes a case for the Retro. Find out why here.

Bulgari are taking the Mickey, with the return of this Gerald Genta classic

You may be aware that Gérald Genta sold his company to Bulgari in 2000. But relatively little has been made of the hook-up since then. However, there was always one particular option in the Genta catalogue whose cycle back into fashion has been slowly, but steadily happening as each month passes. With an ever-increasing number … ContinuedThe post Bulgari are taking the Mickey, with the return of this Gerald Genta classic appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Bulgari Revives the Gerald Genta Retro Disney Mickey Mouse

Having tested the market with a handful of Gerald Genta-branded limited editions, Bulgari has just revealed during Geneva Watch Days 2021 that the Genta name will be revived. And the inaugural model for that venture is the Gerald Genta Arena Retrograde Mickey Mouse, a Disney-themed watch that harks back to the 1990s Fantasy watches of Gerald Genta. Initial thoughts The commercial opportunity with the Gerald Genta name has been obvious for several years, given the enduring popularity of a narrow set of his designs, namely the 1970s sports watches like the Royal Oak and the later Fantasy watches with Disney characters, all of which sell for handsome sums on the secondary market. While all the 1970s sports watch belong to the brands that Genta designed them for, Bulgari does have the Octo, which was created long after Genta himself left the brand. And now Bulgari has resurrected the Arena Retro Mickey Mouse. Like the Octo, the Arena case was created after Genta departed the namesake company when Bulgari acquired it, but the new Mickey Mouse Retro successfully channels the spirit of the 1990s originals in style and complication. And in terms of mechanics, it’s also more sophisticated than the originals, in that it is powered by a variant of the in-house Bulgari BVL 191 “Solotempo” calibre, instead of the ETA movements found in the originals. The Mickey Mouse reissue, however, does come at a steepish price of about US$17,500. That’s slightly more than the most desirab...

Bvlgari Adds to the Octo Roma & Re-Introduces the Gerald Genta Mickey Mouse

Bvlgari reprises a version of the beloved Gerald Genta Mickey Mouse watch and announces four new additions to the Octo Roma line for Geneva Watch Days 2021.

Buying, Selling, & Collecting: The Gérald Genta Mickey Watch

Gérald Genta's affinity for a certain cartoon mouse (and a few of his friends) is preserved in watches bearing the late designer's name.

The Hit Maker – The Gérald Genta Arena Bi-Retro Sport

Gérald Genta’s spirit and legacy live on at Bulgari.

Just Because: The Gérald Genta Nobody Knows

"I will request you don't write this, but I don't like watches." – Gérald Genta, 2009

RECOMMENDED READING: The Gérald Genta archives

If you’re reading this, you probably know who Gérald Genta is, and if you don’t, you probably recognise the name. He was the most prolific watch designer of the 20th century, having been the source of inspiration for the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, the Patek Philippe Nautilus and the Omega Constellation. He designed for everyone, … ContinuedThe post RECOMMENDED READING: The Gérald Genta archives appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

The Gerald Genta Heritage Association is Born

Gerald Genta’s widow sets up a heritage association to preserve watch designer’s legacy and nurture a new generation of watch designers.

INTRODUCING: Bulgari bring back a legend with the Gérald Genta 50th Anniversary Watch

Few names loom larger in the collective consciousness of horological history than Gérald Genta. He’s one of the few individual designers whose name - because of the strength of his work - stands as tall as the great houses for whom he worked. But later in his career, Genta launched his own eponymous brand which … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: Bulgari bring back a legend with the Gérald Genta 50th Anniversary Watch appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Introducing: The Gerald Genta Geneva Time Only 'Marrone' And 'Grafite'

Two new colorways launch a simplified layout for the Geneva lineup.

LVMH Watch Week 2026: Gérald Genta Debuts a Cushion Cased Time Only Watch

Introducing: The Gérald Genta Genissima Oursin Goes Big With New 41mm Models (Live Pics)

A larger size, rubber straps, and increased water resistance offer a more contemporary twist on the Oursin.

The Enduring Legacy Of Gérald Genta And The Ingenuity Behind His Credor Locomotive, As Told By Evelyne Genta

First Look: Gérald Genta at Geneva Watch Days 2025

Hands-On: The Gérald Genta Minute Repeater – Quintessential Genta, Revised

The brand's second caliber since the relaunch combines many Genta's favorite elements into one stunning watch.

Introducing The Gérald Genta Minute Repeater

8 Watch Designers You Should Know Besides Gérald Genta

gérald genta Unveils Its Fourth Iteration Of The Gentissima Oursin, Adorned With Fiery Opals

The Power of Nostalgia: gérald genta, Universal Géneve, Favre Leuba, Urban Jürgensen

A Collecting Guide: Gérald Genta

Hands-on – The Divisively Beautiful Gerald Genta Designed Credor Locomotive

This year marks the 50th anniversary of Credor, a brand that began as Seiko‘s high-end line, offering timepieces crafted from precious metals. Today, Credor is renowned for its commitment to superior craftsmanship and aesthetic sensibility, which is evident in every aspect of its watches, from design to the intricate movements made up of countless minute […]

gérald genta Presents a Studly Trio of Watches in a Sea Urchin-Inspired Design

Introducing: Credor's Revival Of The Locomotive, A Long-Overlooked Gerald Genta Design (In-Depth, Live Pics)

We talked to Evelyne Genta to learn why the Locomotive – and Seiko – were so important to the late designer.

LVMH Watch Week 2024: Daniel Roth Tourbillon Souscription and the gérald genta Only Watch Mikey Mouse Repeater