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New Glashütte Original Sixties Chronograph Annual Edition . . .
Per their Instagram post, the latest iteration of their Sixties Annual Chronograph has a purple dial:
It’s also on their site:
It’s also on their site:
Here is more info about this watch.
The new Sixties Chronograph Annual Edition by Glashütte Original
Glashütte Original presents the Sixties Chronograph Annual Edition in purple. Its dial
picks up a colour motif that since the 1960s has inspired album covers, the names of
bands, and song titles that have made history in popular music – a rich shade of violet
whose texture is enhanced by refined embossing. The Manufactory Calibre 39-34
provides the rhythm, its quiet ticking reminding us that the Annual Edition, although
A playful move adds colour to the mix
The Sixties Chronograph plays by its own rules, assembling elements from diverse decades,
styles and materials with carefree nonchalance to form a unique mix. The result: a fresh,
individual look offering a new interpretation of vintage styling. For the 2026 Annual Edition,
Glashütte Original’s own dial manufactory created the luminous purple hue. Every single
dial is the product of an elaborate production process demanding dozens of artisanal moves,
The making of a purple dial
Thin strips of bronze form the base of the Sixties Chronograph’s purple dial. An embossing
stamp first gives them a refined texture before the dial blank is cut out and fitted with tiny
bore holes. Subsequent milling allows the characteristic “vinyl” finish to appear: fine, parallel
grooves form a pattern that evokes vinyl record albums. The dial is then carefully domed
and given a galvanic coat of gold. At this point, colour comes into play: translucent purple
lacquer is applied by hand and then fired in a kiln. As for the Sixties Chronograph dial, the
hour indexes are not applied or printed – the usual methods – but manually incised in the
domed and lacquered dial. This brings the base material to the fore: warm, shimmering
bronze. The entire surface is then coated with a protective clear lacquer. In several passes,
the numerals and logo are then imprinted and kiln-fired, followed by the finishing touch: a
A carefully crafted staging
A dial featuring such artistic qualities demands a worthy stage and a grand entrance,
provided here by a polished, 42-mm stainless steel case: its slightly domed sapphire crystal
– antireflective on both sides – reduces light reflections to offer a clear view of the dial. The
long, gold-plated hands follow the curvature of the glass, so that the time can be read
precisely and without optical distortion, and as easily by night as by day, thanks to Super-
LumiNova®. The fluted stainless-steel crown is adorned with the brand’s signature Double-
G symbol, which can also be found on the back of the watch: A sapphire crystal case back
The beat goes on: a purple dial with star quality
picks up a colour motif that since the 1960s has inspired album covers, the names of
bands, and song titles that have made history in popular music – a rich shade of violet
whose texture is enhanced by refined embossing. The Manufactory Calibre 39-34
provides the rhythm, its quiet ticking reminding us that the Annual Edition, although
rooted in the Sixties, taps out the pulse of the present with every second.
The Sixties Chronograph plays by its own rules, assembling elements from diverse decades,
styles and materials with carefree nonchalance to form a unique mix. The result: a fresh,
individual look offering a new interpretation of vintage styling. For the 2026 Annual Edition,
Glashütte Original’s own dial manufactory created the luminous purple hue. Every single
dial is the product of an elaborate production process demanding dozens of artisanal moves,
a great deal of time, and years of experience in the craft of watchmaking.
Thin strips of bronze form the base of the Sixties Chronograph’s purple dial. An embossing
stamp first gives them a refined texture before the dial blank is cut out and fitted with tiny
bore holes. Subsequent milling allows the characteristic “vinyl” finish to appear: fine, parallel
grooves form a pattern that evokes vinyl record albums. The dial is then carefully domed
and given a galvanic coat of gold. At this point, colour comes into play: translucent purple
lacquer is applied by hand and then fired in a kiln. As for the Sixties Chronograph dial, the
hour indexes are not applied or printed – the usual methods – but manually incised in the
domed and lacquered dial. This brings the base material to the fore: warm, shimmering
bronze. The entire surface is then coated with a protective clear lacquer. In several passes,
the numerals and logo are then imprinted and kiln-fired, followed by the finishing touch: a
steady hand places luminous dots on the indexes.
A dial featuring such artistic qualities demands a worthy stage and a grand entrance,
provided here by a polished, 42-mm stainless steel case: its slightly domed sapphire crystal
– antireflective on both sides – reduces light reflections to offer a clear view of the dial. The
long, gold-plated hands follow the curvature of the glass, so that the time can be read
precisely and without optical distortion, and as easily by night as by day, thanks to Super-
LumiNova®. The fluted stainless-steel crown is adorned with the brand’s signature Double-
G symbol, which can also be found on the back of the watch: A sapphire crystal case back
reveals the skeletonised rotor with its Double-G insignia and 21-carat gold oscillating mass.
A breathable black synthetic fabric strap completes the casually elegant character of the
watch.
A regular beat
In the heart of the watch, the automatic movement Calibre 39-34 ensures a steady beat. It
drives the hour, minute and small second displays with reliable precision, along with the
chronograph stop-second and 30-minute counter at 9 o’clock. Numerous components and
finishes testify to its origins: the three-quarter plate with Glashütte stripe finish, the elegant
swan-neck fine adjustment, the bevelled edges and tiny polished screws. All are easily
admired through the transparent case back.
The Sixties Chronograph Annual Edition in purple pays tribute to a colour that for decades
has exerted an almost magical influence across all musical genres. Available in Glashütte
Original Boutiques and from authorised dealers worldwide beginning in May 2026.
watch.
A regular beat
In the heart of the watch, the automatic movement Calibre 39-34 ensures a steady beat. It
drives the hour, minute and small second displays with reliable precision, along with the
chronograph stop-second and 30-minute counter at 9 o’clock. Numerous components and
finishes testify to its origins: the three-quarter plate with Glashütte stripe finish, the elegant
swan-neck fine adjustment, the bevelled edges and tiny polished screws. All are easily
admired through the transparent case back.
The Sixties Chronograph Annual Edition in purple pays tribute to a colour that for decades
has exerted an almost magical influence across all musical genres. Available in Glashütte
Original Boutiques and from authorised dealers worldwide beginning in May 2026.
I love this piece!
I love purple, super versatile, I would buy preowned, the 10k is a lot, I know it is super well made, but, for 6k I would buy in a second.