Raymond Weil Launches 500-Piece Millesime Jubilee Chronograph for 50th Anniversary
Raymond Weil has released the Millesime Jubilee, a 500-piece limited edition chronograph celebrating its 50th anniversary. Priced at CHF 3,895, it offers a more accessible alternative to the sold-out 'The Fifty' with a 39mm stainless steel case, blue bi-compax dial, and automatic RW5030 movement.
Key points
- The Millesime Jubilee is a 500-piece limited edition priced at CHF 3,895, EUR 4,275, or USD 4,275.
- It features a 39mm stainless steel case, 12.9mm thick, with a glassbox sapphire crystal and 50m water resistance.
- The dial has a light blue center, midnight-blue sub-dials, and green-glowing Super-LumiNova markers.
- Powered by the automatic RW5030 movement (based on Sellita SW510), it offers a 62-hour power reserve.
- It follows the sold-out 'The Fifty' release, which used restored 1976 Valjoux movements and was priced at AUD 15,500.
Background
Raymond Weil, founded in 1976, is celebrating its 50th anniversary throughout 2026. Earlier this year, the brand launched 'The Fifty,' a 50-piece limited edition chronograph using restored 1976 Valjoux movements, which sold out quickly. The Millesime Jubilee is the next step in these anniversary celebrations, offering a more accessible design while maintaining the neo-vintage aesthetic of the Millesime collection. The brand also recently launched its A.R.T line, indicating a strong 2026 for the independent Geneva-based maison.
How outlets are covering it
Monochrome Watches emphasizes the technical specifications and the connection to the Millesime collection's neo-vintage character, noting the bi-compax layout and classic automatic calibre. Man of Many highlights the accessibility of the new release compared to the sold-out 'The Fifty,' noting the price difference (AUD 6,995 vs. AUD 15,500) and the contemporary package. lenouveaureveil.com focuses on the design aesthetics, praising the balanced proportions and the blue dial's contrast, while noting the movement's 62-hour power reserve. All sources agree on the 500-piece limit and the core design elements, but differ in emphasis: Monochrome on technical details, Man of Many on market accessibility, and lenouveaureveil.com on visual design.
Why it matters
The Millesime Jubilee provides a more accessible entry point into Raymond Weil's 50th anniversary celebrations for collectors who missed the sold-out 'The Fifty.' It demonstrates the brand's ability to balance heritage with modern usability, offering a limited edition that is both exclusive and attainable. The release also underscores Raymond Weil's active 2026, following the success of its A.R.T line, and reinforces its position as an independent Swiss watchmaker with a strong heritage.
What to watch
The Millesime Jubilee is available now through Raymond Weil boutiques and authorized retailers until the 500 pieces sell out. The brand may release further anniversary editions or continue expanding its A.R.T line in 2026. Collectors should monitor availability, as the limited nature of the release suggests it could sell out quickly, similar to 'The Fifty.'
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