Zurich, May 28, 2025
An electrifying race, millions expressing interest in casting their vote, and one resounding verdict: A. Lange & Söhne’s Minute Repeater Perpetual has captured the hearts of the global watch community. In one of the most intense and closely followed polls in recent years, TEMPORIS proudly crowns this remarkable timepiece as the “Masterpiece presented at Watches & Wonders 2025.” The official award will be presented at the 12th edition of the TEMPORIS International Awards Gala — the Golden Globes of global watchmaking — on October 2nd in Zurich.
The Minute Repeater Perpetual to be officially awarded at the Golden Globes of Global Watchmaking on October 2nd
After an electrifying race that captivated the global watchmaking community, A. Lange & Söhne’s Minute Repeater Perpetual has been officially named the “Masterpiece presented at Watches & Wonders 2025” — a distinction awarded by TEMPORIS International Awards through an international public vote that reached unprecedented levels of engagement.
This year’s competition was unlike any before. The vote attracted millions of watch lovers, collectors, and horological insiders from across the globe, all eager to support their favorite creation presented at Watches & Wonders. The momentum grew so intensely, and the lead changed so many times that the voting window was extended to allow for a fair and complete reflection of the community’s voice. The result? A finish as dramatic as the complications it celebrates.
Selected from a shortlist of 10 exceptional timepieces nominated by members of the TEMPORIS International Jury, the winning piece from A. Lange & Söhne rose above a field of icons — including extraordinary entries from Patek Philippe, Rolex, Vacheron Constantin, and other heavyweights of haute horlogerie.
The Minute Repeater Perpetual represents the pinnacle of German watchmaking:
A fusion of high complications, noble restraint, and a design philosophy that whispers rather than shouts. With its mechanical architecture — combining two of the most poetic and complex functions in watchmaking — the timepiece stands as a profound testament to A. Lange & Söhne’s relentless pursuit of excellence.
Wilhelm Schmid, CEO of A. Lange & Söhne, welcomed the recognition with gratitude: “We dedicate all our energy to developing and manufacturing watches with designs and movements that meet the highest expectations associated with A. Lange & Söhne fine watchmaking. The MINUTE REPEATER PERPETUAL not only reflects the wide range of our craftsmanship, but also our ambition to ‘never stand still’. Thanks to our highly skilled and trained watchmakers, finisseurs and other experts in related professions, we are able to keep this philosophy alive. In this respect, I am deeply grateful that their achievements have been recognized by the voters of the TEMPORIS International Awards.”
“This is more than just a technical tour de force. It’s a declaration of identity, of courage, and of legacy. In a year where the competition was extraordinary, A. Lange & Söhne has reminded the world why it remains one of the purest voices in watchmaking today,” said Dan Vardie, Founder of TEMPORIS International Awards.
The official trophy will be presented on October 2nd, 2025, during the much-anticipated TEMPORIS International Awards Gala in Zürich — also known as the Golden Globes of Global Watchmaking. The Gala will bring together some of the most respected figures in the industry, along with independent creators, collectors, and thought leaders — all united in celebrating horology’s most impactful achievements.
The TEMPORIS International Awards team extends heartfelt thanks to the global community of voters and brand supporters, whose passion and participation made this edition truly unforgettable. Your voice shaped the outcome. Your enthusiasm gave this contest its soul.
The “Masterpiece presented at Watches & Wonders” vote remains a unique opportunity for the global audience to help spotlight technical innovation, emotional storytelling, and design excellence in watchmaking.
To explore the full list of finalists and relive the vote, visit: https://temporis.watch/poll/masterpiece-presented-at-watches-wonders-2025
About TEMPORIS International Awards
TEMPORIS International Awards is one of the most respected independent platforms dedicated to excellence in contemporary watchmaking. With a cosmopolitan jury composed of seasoned journalists, designers, collectors, and visionaries, TEMPORIS brings together the very best of traditional and modern horology. With multiple landmark editions hosted in Zürich, the TEMPORIS International Awards Gala has become one of the most anticipated events in the world of watchmaking — celebrating time, culture, and innovation with unmatched flair.
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