A titanium sports watch with a sophisticated secret

When a watchmaker invests the time, capital, and artistry into building a tourbillon, the temptation to proudly display it on the dial is almost insurmountable. Yet, some brands resist the urge, and it pays dividends, proving that restraint is the ultimate luxury. Laurent Ferrier is a name that caters unequivocally to the discerning purist. With the new Grand Sport Tourbillon Iceberg, the independent brand conceals its mechanics behind a cool, crisp, glacier-inspired display. The tourbillon and its double-balance-spring architecture remain a private reward, visible only through the sapphire case back.

Large but light

When it comes to case sizes, 44 is a number that usually sends purists running for the hills. On paper, it sounds intimidating, but Laurent Ferrier’s Grand Sport case feels beautifully fluid and barrel-shaped. The case length is relatively restrained, while a cushion-shaped bezel gives it a 1970s sports-watch feel.…