Watches and Wonders 2026 may officially be closed, but we’re highlighting some of the key brands we visited. Gerald Charles is known for its distinctively styled baroque wristwatches, with a case shape originally designed by Gérald Genta. This year, the brand added to its lineup with a trio of attractive releases. I had the opportunity to try the pieces on and am happy to share my thoughts.
For a small brand, Gerald Charles makes some of the most recognizable watches available today. Sure, the unique case design is highly polarizing, but as someone who has tried on most of the company’s releases over the past five years, I can honestly state that the watches are harmonious on the wrist. This year, I was able to sample the newest novelties, three very different watches that are all worth a look.
The Gerald Charles Maestro GC Sport Tennis White
I had the opportunity to cover the Maestro GC Sport Tennis White when its embargo date dropped, so it was nice to see it in person just a couple of days later. For starters, this watch is the latest in a series of tennis-inspired watches. They’re not just meant to evoke the sport, though, as they can also be worn during play. With a 39mm by 41.7mm Darkblast Grade 5 titanium case, the watch feels like wearing nothing on the wrist. It’s incredibly light at just 64 grams in total and feels like it wouldn’t be a bother on the courts.
The case fit my wrist well, with its downward-curved lugs and left-mounted crown. Plus, the strap felt suitable for an active lifestyle. Then again, it also looks classy and appropriate for moderately dressy situations. Inside, the watch uses the GCA2001 automatic caliber from Vaucher Manufacture Fleurier. In person, the movement is smooth and quiet. It’s also appropriately decorated and visible through a sapphire-equipped display back. Historically, Gerald Charles has had no issue selling out its limited-edition tennis models. While US$23,800 isn’t a small sum, I’d expect that all 250 pieces will find their way onto the courts.
The Gerald Charles Masterlink Perpetual Calendar
The second release actually comprises two watches. Technically, they’re both the same, but they look very different. The Gerald Charles Masterlink Perpetual Calendar is the marque’s take on an integrated-bracelet sports watch with a desirable complication. Once again, Grade 5 titanium was the chosen medium for the case material and bracelet. When seeing these watches in person, I found that the Darkblast finish on the bracelet’s center links had a suede-like texture. Very cool! With a 40mm width and 10mm thickness, they also fit beautifully.
Regarding the dials, Gerald Charles offers fumé anthracite gray or clear sapphire. I tried on the latter, and it was definitely a head-turner. Functionally, the watches have a full calendar display spanning three sub-dials. The bottom also includes a moonphase complication. Perhaps one of the more intriguing details relates to the GCA11000 micro-rotor movement. Here again, this is a Vaucher base, but this time, it contains a proprietary module for the complication. The “Easter egg” relates to the movement’s finishing. The Côtes de Genève evokes streets and waves, while a single black ruby signifies the brand’s atelier. Indeed, I’ve visited, and it’s on a street directly next to Lake Geneva. Overall, I really enjoyed these pieces, and though this is certainly a rarity for me, I prefer the openworked version. With that one retailing for CHF 70,000 and the black-dial model for CHF 63,000, I’ll need to do some saving!
Final takeaways
With a set of strong releases at Watches and Wonders 2026, Gerald Charles had a nice buzz at its booth. It was busy, and the mix of journalists and retailers seemed to enjoy checking out the new pieces. Let us know your thoughts on these watches, and head to the brand’s official website for more details.
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Michael Stockton
2026-04-22 13:00:00