[2025 Edition] Truly works of art! 5 recommended watches with beautiful case backs

Today, we will be introducing our top 5 recommended watches with beautiful case backs for 2025. These are truly works of art!

The appeal of a luxury watch cannot be explained by the exterior design of the dial and case alone. Many people have probably had the experience of taking off their watch and being captivated by the beauty of the movement visible through the back cover.

This time, we will focus on the "art" hidden behind the case back and introduce five "recommended models" equipped with beautiful movements that will captivate you just by looking at them. Please come and experience the true charm that lies behind the watch.

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① [Omega] "Speedmaster Caliber 321 Chronograph 39.7MM" "Ref.311.30.40.30.01.001"

Released in 2020, this special Speedmaster is inspired by the third-generation style of the same model worn during America's first spacewalk in 1965 and is equipped with the legendary movement, Cal. 321.

The case size is 39.7 mm. It is made of stainless steel, has a domed sapphire crystal, and features a vintage tachymeter bezel, recreating the design of the early Speedmaster.

Aside from the attention to detail in the exterior, the biggest attraction is the presence of the hand-wound movement "Cal. 321" that can be seen through the case back. This movement, which faithfully reproduces the design of the Lemania base and is carefully assembled one by one in Omega's own workshop, boasts a beauty that will captivate you just by looking at it.

The "Speedmaster that you'll want to show off" allows you to enjoy the artistry of a mechanical watch from the back as well. If you're a watch lover, this is one you'll want to get your hands on at least once.

② [Parmigiani Fleurier] "Tonda PF Skeleton" "Ref. PFC912-1020001-100182"

The Tonda PF Skeleton, which was released in 2022, is a mechanical wristwatch made to be a showpiece, combining Parmigiani Fleurier's advanced watchmaking technology with a minimalist and sophisticated aesthetic.

The case is made of stainless steel and is 40mm in size. The see-through sapphire crystal allows you to see the in-house automatic movement "Cal. PF777". The bridges and base plate are delicately chamfered and sandblasted, creating an impressive three-dimensional structure reminiscent of architectural beauty.

The entire movement can be seen from the back, so you can enjoy the perfection from any angle. No compromise has been made even in the details of the exterior, such as the knurled bezel .

This model has a quiet yet definite presence and is a must-have for anyone who is attracted to the structural beauty of the watch itself.

3. [Patek Philippe] "Calatrava Officer" "Ref. 5153G-001"

The Calatrava Officer "Ref. 5153G-001", which was released in 2010, is a rare model that combines a classical atmosphere with a complex structure. It has a white gold case with an openable back = hunter case structure, and is a watch that shows Patek Philippe's tradition and craftsmanship everywhere.

The black dial has a delicate guilloché pattern in the center and applied hour markers on the periphery for a three-dimensional finish. The 38mm white gold case and sapphire crystal windshield create a soft light and shadow effect.

Opening the case back reveals the in-house automatic movement, Cal. 324 SC. With its Cotes de Genève decoration, careful chamfering, and the shine of the 22K gold rotor, it is truly a work of art, with beautiful finishes worthy of being called such.

This model makes even the act of opening the case feel special, making it a particularly unique piece among Calatravas.

④ [A. Lange & Söhne] "Datograph Up/Down" "Ref. 405.035"

The Datograph Up/Down "Ref. 405.035", which was released in 2012, is a hand-wound model equipped with a flyback chronograph and big date display, which are A. Lange & Söhne's pride and joy.

The case is made of platinum, and it is a watch that combines a thick, imposing appearance with precise design. The arrangement of the subdials and big date display on the black dial achieves both high visibility and design at a high level. In addition, a power reserve display has been added at the 6 o'clock position, further enhancing practicality.

The biggest highlight is the presence of the in-house movement "Cal. L951.6" which can be seen through the case back. It boasts one of the most beautiful structures among manual winding chronographs, and is a movement of artistic perfection that has been called "the most beautiful chronograph in the world."

This is truly a watch that you will want to get your hands on just to admire the movement, and its beauty, which could be said to be the pinnacle of precision machinery, is a work of art that any watch fan should see at least once.

⑤ [Patek Philippe] "Perpetual Calendar Single Push Button Split Second Chronograph" "Ref. 5372P-010"

The Ref. 5372P-010, which was announced at Baselworld in 2017 and produced until 2021, is one of Patek Philippe's rarest complication models.

In addition to the perpetual calendar, this watch is equipped with a split-second chronograph with a single push button, making it a truly "super complicated mechanism." The case is made of platinum and measures 38.3 mm. The dial is rose gold colored, and the elegance and strength of the mechanism are perfectly balanced.

The movement is the hand-wound "Cal. CHR 27-525 PS Q". This movement, which features a split-second chronograph and perpetual calendar, has been meticulously finished down to each of its bridges and parts, and the view from the back cover is truly worthy of being called a work of art.

The beauty of the sophisticated dial and the structural beauty of the movement packed with superb craftsmanship. Both are captivating, making this a watch that watch fans will drool over. It is an extremely rare model that is rarely seen on the market, and it is a special piece that gives you the joy of owning it just by looking at it.

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What did you think?

The see-through back of a watch allows you to fully experience the technical skill and aesthetic sense that went into the model. A beautiful case back, which offers new discoveries every time you look at it and gives you a sense of pride in owning it, is an important element that elevates a watch from a mere tool to a work of art.

Why not take a look at the movement and find a watch that catches your eye?