In late June, within the elegantly curated space of Masterpiece by King Fook in Hong Kong, guests gathered for a refined evening dedicated to the art of horology. The occasion was an intimate product preview dinner and hands-on decoration workshop hosted in partnership with independent Swiss brand Laurent Ferrier.
Since 2015, Laurent Ferrier and King Fook have maintained a thoughtful partnership that reflects their shared values—discretion, quality, and the importance of personal connection. This latest gathering was no exception. At its center were three of Laurent Ferrier’s latest novelties,
Revealed in person by the brand’s Head of Sales, Robert. Each of the new timepieces offers a distinct perspective on elegance and engineering.
The Classic Traveller Globe Night made an impression with its dramatic navy dial and gold miniature continents, featuring city lights delicately rendered by hand. The Classic Horizon, true to its name, embraced minimalism and balance in a case and dial layout that lets proportion do the talking. The Sport Auto 79, now offered in red gold, fused athletic lines with the warmth and density of precious metal—an evolution that felt both contemporary and rooted in tradition.
What set the evening apart, however, was its second act. In a quiet corner styled as a modern atelier, guests were invited to experience what most collectors only admire from afar: the meticulous finishing process. With instruction from Basile, Head of Watchmaking at Laurent Ferrier, attendees tried their hand at classic decorative techniques,
such as perlage and anglage, using oversized 4:1 scale movement parts. It was a rare opportunity to feel firsthand the delicacy and patience required to achieve the kind of finishes that, in a Laurent Ferrier watch, are always done by hand.
The Atelier’s commitment to manual craftsmanship stood out not only in the workshop, but also in the conversations it sparked. One guest in attendance wore a Laurent Ferrier with Breguet numeral indices—a configuration he learned was limited to only around 20 examples worldwide. To his surprise, another guest happened to be wearing one as well, turning the moment into an unscripted reunion between rare pieces and passionate owners.
While the industry continues to speed up, seeking scale and spectacle, Laurent Ferrier and King Fook offered a contrasting vision—one that prioritizes care, intimacy, and lasting value. In a market filled with noise, their evening in Hong Kong reminded attendees that watchmaking, at its best, is not just about product. It’s about people, process, and a sense of timelessness that extends beyond the dial.
Explore the full collection via laurentferrier.ch
