{"id":127311,"date":"2026-09-08T02:04:24","date_gmt":"2026-09-08T02:04:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ch\/127311\/"},"modified":"2026-09-08T02:04:24","modified_gmt":"2026-09-08T02:04:24","slug":"gerald-genta-and-daniel-roth-novelties-launched-at-gwd-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ch\/127311\/","title":{"rendered":"G\u00e9rald Genta and Daniel Roth novelties launched at GWD 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

On This Page<\/p>\n

\u200bThe Rise of Geneva Watch Days<\/a>
\n \u200bDaniel Roth Extra Plat Rose Gold Gilt<\/a>
\n \u200bG\u00e9rald Genta Geneva Minute Repeater Golden Obsidian<\/a><\/p>\n

\u200bI have been captivated by the revivals of Daniel Roth and G\u00e9rald Genta ever since LVMH re-launched both independent houses in 2023. Ever since the group acquired their parent company, Bulgari, both names have served as showcases of LVMH\u2019s vast and elite\u00a0haute horlogerie\u00a0expertise. The novelties unveiled across key industry stages, from recent editions of LVMH Watch Week and Watches and Wonders, up to Geneva Watch Days 2026, have consistently exceeded expectations.<\/p>\n

The Haute Minute<\/p>\n

The 35.5mm Daniel Roth Extra Plat Rose Gold Gilt has a solid gold dial that has been intricately electroplated to achieve a deep black finish, while the 40mm G\u00e9rald Genta Geneva Minute Repeater Golden Obsidian pairs hand-sculpted gongs with a yellow gold case and golden obsidian dial.<\/p>\n

\"PreciousDaniel Roth Extra Plat Rose Gold GiltPhoto credit: Daniel Roth
\n\u200bThe Rise of Geneva Watch Days<\/p>\n

\u200bConceived in 2020 by Bulgari and its then-CEO Jean-Christophe Babin as a panacea for pandemic-era cancellations, Geneva Watch Days has grown into one of the year\u2019s premier gatherings for the LVMH Watch Division, and a crucial fixture on the industry\u2019s broader calendar. Alongside LVMH Watch Week each January, this September festival gives the group a second global stage to debut new creations just ahead of holiday season shopping.<\/p>\n

\"PreciousG\u00e9rald Genta Geneva Minute Repeater Golden ObsidianPhoto credit: G\u00e9rald Genta<\/p>\n

\u200bBabin, now CEO of LVMH Watches as well as President of Geneva Watch Days, has suggested that the independent brands gathered here could eventually eclipse many of today\u2019s traditional industry giants. It is an intriguing prediction, and one that feels particularly apt at a fair whose charm lies in its eclectic mix of historic\u00a0maisons\u00a0and fiercely independent watchmakers.<\/p>\n

\u200bAmong LVMH\u2019s own contingent, Bulgari, Hublot, Louis Vuitton, TAG Heuer, Tiffany & Co., and Zenith presented an engaging array of complications<\/a> and fresh takes on established classics. Yet, the quietest arrivals made the most arresting impression: Daniel Roth and G\u00e9rald Genta returned to the spotlight with restrained silhouettes concealing extraordinarily elaborate dials\u2014miniature canvases of rare materials and even rarer\u00a0savoir-faire.<\/p>\n

\"PreciousDaniel Roth Extra Plat Rose Gold GiltPhoto credit: Daniel Roth<\/p>\n

\u200bAlongside Louis Vuitton\u2019s intricate pocket watches, Daniel Roth\u2019s\u00a0m\u00e9tiers d\u2019art\u00a0creations are how LVMH drops the proverbial mic. Following a streak of celebrated releases\u2014including the Tourbillon Souscription (March 2023), Tourbillon Rose Gold (September 2024), Extra Plat Souscription (January 2025), Daniel Roth Extra Plat Rose Gold (May 2025), Tourbillon Platinum (November 2025), the Extra Plat Rose Gold Skeleton<\/a> (January 2026), and Daniel Roth Extra Plat Platinum (May 2026)\u2014the new Extra Plat Rose Gold Gilt continues an emphatic revival praised by the founder himself.<\/p>\n

\"PreciousAbove a snailed plate, the surfaces around the balance wheel and bridge are beveled, brushed and polished to perfectionPhoto credit: Daniel Roth<\/p>\n

\u200bWhile maintaining Daniel Roth\u2019s exacting finishing standards, the debutant revisits a lesser-known tradition: gilting. The technique begins with a solid gold plate that a craftsman spends several days engine-turning by hand. The brand logo, numerals, and indices are varnished by another artisan, before the plate undergoes precise electroplating cycles controlled within micrometer tolerances. Once the gold reaches the ideal depth of darkness, the artisan demasks the underlying elements. The gold details appear to sink into the dark backdrop, mirrored by matching gold hands, a pin buckle, and a 35.5mm case in the house\u2019s signature double-ellipse style.<\/p>\n

\"PreciousGuilloch\u00e9 is carefully executed on the solid gold base dial of the Daniel Roth Extra Plat Rose Gold Gilt before masking and electroplatingPhoto credit: Daniel Roth<\/p>\n

\u200bVisible through the back is the manual-winding DR002 movement, which reveals exceptional inner\u00a0anglage\u00a0and mirror polishing alongside a 65-hour power reserve. Developed by La Fabrique du Temps Louis Vuitton\u2014the renowned complications specialist consolidated under LVMH around the same time as the Bulgari acquisition\u2014the DR002 measures just 3.1mm thick. This allows the complete timepiece to achieve a slender profile of just 7.7mm. Paired with a black calfskin strap, it is priced at CHF55,000.<\/p>\n

\"PreciousG\u00e9rald Genta Geneva Minute Repeater Golden ObsidianPhoto credit: G\u00e9rald Genta
\n\u200bG\u00e9rald Genta Geneva Minute Repeater Golden Obsidian<\/p>\n

\u200bFollowing January 2026\u2019s duo of Time Only novelties<\/a>, the latest addition to the G\u00e9rald Genta Geneva collection is the 40mm Geneva Minute Repeater Golden Obsidian.<\/p>\n

\u200bUnlike new-generation Daniel Roth timepieces that closely replicate vintage rarities hand-built by their founder, the new G\u00e9rald Genta watches take a bolder path. Designed by La Fabrique du Temps\u2019 Artistic Director Matthieu Hegi using Genta\u2019s archived sketches, the 3N yellow gold cushion-shaped case pays tribute to Genta\u2019s love for minute repeaters and soft geometric forms. The cardinal points of its case feature central lugs at the 12 and 6 o\u2019clock positions, a golden obsidian cabochon on the 3 o\u2019clock flange, and a minute repeater slide integrated seamlessly into the 9 o\u2019clock side.<\/p>\n

\"PreciousThe G\u00e9rald Genta Geneva Minute Repeater Golden Obsidian\u2019s shimmering dial is complemented by polished 3N yellow gold pointers and markersPhoto credit: G\u00e9rald Genta<\/p>\n

\u200bThe highlight is its obsidian dial\u2014a natural volcanic glass that glimmers gold thanks to trapped microscopic bubbles of iron and gas\u2014accentuated by polished, rounded yellow gold hands and indices. To optimize acoustic performance, the 9.6mm case walls and sapphire crystal were meticulously thinned.<\/p>\n

\"PreciousAn octagonal inertia wheel can be seen on the right side of the G\u00e9rald Genta Geneva Minute Repeater Golden Obsidian\u2019s open casebackPhoto credit: G\u00e9rald Genta<\/p>\n

\u200bPowering the watch is the caliber GG-002 developed and finished by La Fabrique du Temps, which is the same manual-wind movement with an 80-hour power reserve found in the Black Onyx repeater released in September 2025. Its gongs are individually cut and tuned by hand, the hammers feature black polishing, and an octagonal inertia wheel rests within the openworked caseback\u2014a subtle nod to Genta\u2019s industry-wide impact.<\/p>\n

\"PreciousThe G\u00e9rald Genta Geneva Minute Repeater Black Onyx (left) and Golden ObsidianPhoto credit: G\u00e9rald Genta<\/p>\n

\u200bPricing for the G\u00e9rald Genta Geneva Minute Repeater Golden Obsidian is available upon request. If its Black Onyx predecessor is any indicator, it will likely hover around CHF320,000 and be limited to ten pieces or fewer per year.<\/p>\n

Timely FAQsWhat makes the Daniel Roth Extra Plat Rose Gold Gilt dial unique?<\/p>\n

The dial utilizes a specialized gilting and demasking technique over a solid gold plate. The brand logo, numerals, and indices are varnished before undergoing precise electroplating cycles. Once the electroplated gold achieves a rich dark depth, the underlying gold details are exposed, appearing to sink into the dark backdrop.<\/p>\n

How thin is the Daniel Roth Extra Plat Rose Gold Gilt, and what movement powers it?<\/p>\n

The watch measures 7.7mm thick with a 35.5mm case diameter. It is powered by the manual-winding caliber DR002, developed by La Fabrique du Temps Louis Vuitton. The movement itself is only 3.1mm thick and offers a 65-hour power reserve with high-end finishing, including mirror polishing and interior anglage.<\/p>\n

What are the key design and technical specs of the G\u00e9rald Genta Geneva Minute Repeater Golden Obsidian?<\/p>\n

Housed in a 40mm 3N yellow gold cushion-shaped case, the watch features a dial made from natural golden obsidian\u2014a volcanic glass containing microscopic iron and gas bubbles. It is powered by the manual-wind caliber GG-002, which delivers an 80-hour power reserve and features hand-tuned gongs, black-polished hammers, and an octagonal inertia wheel visible through the caseback.<\/p>\n

\"Andre<\/p>\n

Andre Frois<\/p>\n

Asia Editor \u00b7 Haute Time<\/p>\n

Andre Frois, previously the Editor-in-Chief of Revolution Asia, brings a wealth of experience to Haute Time. A Singaporean of Portuguese-Chinese descent, Frois has been creating compelling watch content since 2010 for prestigious publications such as Tatler, World of Watches, and The Peak. Renowned for his ability to distill the technical, historical, and financial aspects of watches into accessible narratives, he has also made a mark with investigative stories for VICE and the South China Morning Post. A graduate of NTU\u2019s School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering with a specialization in biomedical engineering, Frois furthered his expertise with a specialist diploma in Sport Science.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"On This Page \u200bThe Rise of Geneva Watch Days \u200bDaniel Roth Extra Plat Rose Gold Gilt \u200bG\u00e9rald Genta…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":127312,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":"","_share_on_mastodon":"0"},"categories":[7],"tags":[35476,65,58803,41941],"class_list":["post-127311","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-geneva","tag-daniel-roth","tag-geneva","tag-geneva-watch-days-2026","tag-gerald-genta"],"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"https:\/\/pubeurope.com\/@ch\/117232970344454931","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/127311","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=127311"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/127311\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/127312"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=127311"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=127311"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=127311"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}