What do you get when you combine the latest men’s collection from frederique constant with its globe trotting manufacture calibre? The answer is the highlife worldtimer manufacture, a future icon. The globe engraved dial that features on this timepiece, with its contemporary 41 mm steel case, is sure to awaken the wanderlust in you. To this end, frederique constant has capitalised on the expertise of its geneva based manufacture. It’s here, in the birthplace of watchmaking, that the brand’s fc 718 calibre was designed, produced and assembled it is a movement of its time modern, precise and reliable, not to mention tried and tested. Featuring at the forefront of the highlife collection is a first and represents a major turning point for frederique constant. Tech meets style. The highly contemporary design of the 41 mm steel case and dial with globe engraving is an ode to travel. The fc 718 manufacture calibre is designed for exactly that. The self winding mechanical movement has a power reserve of 38 hours. It is visible through the case back, water resistant to 50 metres. Admire the typical genevan finishes that frederique constant is so fond of, perlage and circular côtes de genève among them. To celebrate the arrival of this new model, the manufacture has created not one, not two, but three straps for it – a rarity in watchmaking nowadays. The integrated interchangeable strap from the highlife collection has become one of its characteristic features and frederique constant wanted to emphasise its importance. The first option is a polished and satin brushed three link steel strap with folding buckle, the second is a blue strap with silky nubuck finish and the third is a blue rubber strap to complement the urban feel of the watch.