Seiko introduced the Seiko Spring Drive Chronograph SP003 at the BaselWorld 2008.

The Seiko Spring Drive Chronograph SP003 takes the very best advantage of the platform of Spring Drive; thanks to the revolutionary and unique glide motion of the hands, the chronograph stops at precisely the moment that the button is depressed, not at the nearest fraction.

Seiko unveils the SEIKO Spring Drive Spacewalk watch at the BaselWorld 2008, which will go into Space in October.

In October 2008, Richard Garriott, the renowned video game designer and adventurer, will become the sixth private space explorer. Richard will conduct his space mission aboard the International Space Station, and during his flight, he intends to conduct a spacewalk, which would make him the first private individual to do so. As steps out into free space, he will be wearing a SEIKO Spring Drive watch, specially designed and built for this purpose.

Still a Matrix fan? Hamilton brings the new and very hacker affine Code Breaker watch to the BaselWorld 2008.

Hamilton has a long-standing relationship with the science fiction movie genre, dating back to 1968. This was the year when Stanley Kubrick’s 2001: A Space Odyssey came out, with its groundbreaking visual effects – and the specially designed Hamilton wristwatch and a desk clock. Roles in over 20 major science fiction titles have followed since, with the impressive list featuring ‘I Am Legend’, ‘Men in Black’, ‘War of the Worlds’ , ‘Independence Day’ and ‘The Hulk’. Hamilton has convincingly proven it is at home where time meets technology – yesterday, today and tomorrow.

Swiss watchmaker Glycine introduces the big AIRMAN 7 timepiece at the BaselWorld 2008.

the AIRMAN 7 models by Glycine are very big (53 x 53mm without crown). Three independent movements combined in one watch need their space. Glycine’s new watches prove that largeness does not necessarily have to mean a lot of weight. Thanks to the high quality materials titanium and carbon fibre, the round AIRMAN 7 and the square AIRMAN 7 Plaza Mayor weigh about a quarter to a third less than their predecessors.

Swiss watchmaker Glycine introduces the AIRMAN Chrono 08 at the BaselWorld 2008.

The Glycine AIRMAN Chrono 08 displays three time zones and has an integrated chronograph.

the 24-hour rotating bezel which is a novelty for Glycine as it lies under the sapphire glass: it is separated into a lower white part for the day and an upper black part for the night. Thanks to the protection provided by the crystal, it was possible to use luminous material, like on the dial. This makes the third time zone luminescent, too. The rotating bezel can be adjusted with the screw down crown at 8 o’clock.

Hamilton introduced the dramatic X-Copter wristwatch at the BaselWorld 2008. The 44mm Hamilton X-Copter takes inspiration from helicopter flying. It actually features practical Fahrenheit/Celsius temperature converter and ‘ascends’ to a Maximum Take-off Weight (M.T.O.W.) calculator.

The bezel bears fine markings indicating compass bearings, temperature scales and seconds - cockpit style. These are contrasted with easily visible key numbers for rapid orientation, assisted by the pointed arrow hands showing the way. Orange touches add dynamism and are reminiscent of helicopter navigation. There is even a bold letter ‘H’ at 6 o’clock – the ultimate miniaturized ‘helipad’ – and a cut out propeller at the rear of the case to reveal the automatic ‘motor’ at work.

Breitling introduces the very tough Avenger Seawolf Chrono at the BaselWorld 2008.

The Breitling Avenger Seawolf Chrono is the world's only chronograph to be both watertight and operational at a depth of 3,300 feet (1000 meters).

Whereas most chronographs cannot be activated while diving so as to prevent water seeping in through the pushpieces, Breitling has achieved a major technical breakthrough by developing the magnetic pushpiece principle, involving controls operated through the metal of the case and thus avoiding any direct contact between the pushpiece and the movement.

Besides the Tag Heuer Formula 1 Grande Date Kimi Räikkönen limited edition , Tag Heuer also introduced a special edition Tag Heuer Formula 1 Grande Date Indy 500 at the BaselWorld 2008.

The Tag Heuer Formula 1 Grande Date Indy 500 features polished bezel with authentic Indy 500 sports tachymeter scale. The pearled dial in black gold or silver plate also sports the Indy 500 logo.

Tag Heuer announced a new special edition Tag Heuer Formula 1 Grande Date in honor of current Formula One champion Kimi Räikkönen.

The Tag Heuer Formula 1 Grande Date Kimi Räikkönen limited edition features a black dial with red accents, Tag Heuer logo and Kimi Räikkönen inscription.

Breitling gives its Cockpit and Cockpit Lady models a whole new face by redesigning their dials at the BaselWorld 2008.

The new Breitling Cockpit watches are available in a broad choice of metals, dial colors and wristband types (bracelets or leather straps), the Cockpit and Cockpit Lady models will appeal to all those who do not necessarily need a chronograph, but are looking for an elegant, sturdy and reliable watch in the grand tradition of Breitling wrist instruments.

Breitling introduces at the BaselWorld the new Breitling Chrono-Matic 49.

In 1969 Breitling creates the first selfwinding chronograph movement. This major invention was to enable the development of a whole range of chronographs named Chrono-Matic, forerunners of the current vogue for extremely large-sized watches, and featuring an original and distinctive appearance.
The new 49 mm-diameter Chrono-Matic 49 is inspired by the generous volumes of the original model and by its modern design with unmistakable Sixties and Seventies accents including taut, angular lines and geometrical rectilinear hands with a square base or arrow tip.

Tag Heuer introduces a new Formula 1 wristwatch at the BaselWorld 2008. The Tag Heuer Formula 1 Grande Date features an oversized 44mm case.

The Tag Heuer Formula 1 Grande Date is going to be available in 5 colors. The black model (photo) features black titanium carbide-coated case, bezel, crown, pushbuttons, black dial and rubber strap.