Items such as Felix Baumgartner’s personal tool kit that he used at watchmaking school before co-founding Urwerk, a full set of MB&F Minimillians, and a weekend away in Jorge Werdelin’s hideaway cabin in Portugal are just some of the things that will be up for grabs.
For aviation lovers, Breitling is offering an experience with the Patrouille Suisse, and for Formula 1 fans, TAG Heuer has a Max Verstappen race suit up for grabs …and that is just the start. Find the full list of lots below.
Where and When
This will be the third edition of the Geneva Watch Days X Phillips in Association with Bacs & Russo charity auction that has been gaining momentum since it was inaugurated in 2023. The event will be held inside the official Geneva Watch Days Pavilion on La Rotonde du Mont Blanc on Saturday 6th September 2025 at 6 p.m. To take part in the auction – as a bidder or a spectator – please kindly pre-register here.
The Geneva School of Watchmaking
Profits from the sale will go to the Pierre Amstutz Fund, a non-profit organization which was named after the former director of the Geneva School of Watchmaking. Money raised goes to providing scholarships for the school’s watchmaking and micromechanics apprentices who can sometimes find themselves in precarious financial situations, which can impact their studies.
A total of CHF 218,000 has been raised to date, and this year’s exceptional lots will take this sum even higher, enabling more apprentices to carry out their studies in optimal conditions.
LOT 1. Behrens
Behrens has joined forces with renowned Chinese artist Xia Hang in the creation of a mechanical sculpture depicting a horse in full gallop. The inspiration behind the artwork comes from Han Gan’s celebrated painting “Night-Shining White” from the Tang Dynasty, which features a heavenly steed soaring across the skies. Created from steel, the sculpture measures 25cm x 11cm x 22mm and includes mystical blue “Spirit Pearl” beneath the horse’s hooves.
LOT 2. Breitling
In celebration of its passion for aviation, Breitling is offering a guided tour of the Patrouille Suisse hangar in Emmen (Lucerne) to see its amazing aircraft. This lot includes lunch with the entire Patrouille Suisse team, the opportunity to participate in the Patrouille Suisse training briefing and debriefing, and experience the training together with the Patrouille Suisse Commander from the ground.
LOT 3. Bremont
Bremont is sharing the very British experience of clay pigeon shooting for two people at the prestigious shooting school E.J. Churchill in the UK town of Henley-on-Thames. This lot includes a one-night stay and dinner at a traditional thatched pub "The Bottle & Glass" in Oxfordshire.
LOT 4. Bulgari
Bulgari presents an immersive and exclusive experience for two guests during La Biennale di Venezia, starting with two seats at the coveted preview gala dinner, followed by a private visit to the 2026 Art Biennale and an overnight stay in Venice. The journey will continue with a visit to Bulgari’s iconic manifattura in Valenza, where the lucky guests will witness the meticulous craftsmanship behind the brand’s legendary jewelry. Finally, a trip to the flagship boutique and BH&R in Milan for a personalized experience in the heart of the city.
LOT 5. Czapek & Cie.
Czapek is offering an exclusive design session with its creative team at the manufacture, where the lucky bidder will be able to create the dial of their dreams within an existing Czapek collection. This unforgettable experience will be captured by a professional photographer, preserving the memory of this wonderful day. Drawings or renderings of the dial design are also part of the package and the possibility to create the bespoke dial, if desired. The experience will conclude with a shared lunch with the Czapek team in a delicious traditional Swiss brasserie in La Chaux-de-Fonds.
LOT 6. Emmanuel Bouchet
A unique opportunity for two people to spend one day with master watchmaker Emmanuel Bouchet. The day will include a champagne breakfast, a morning at the bench working alongside Emmanuel, lunch with Emmanuel and a surprise guest, and a tour around the village of Môtiers and along the famous absinthe route. The experience will end with the creation of a special object that can be kept as a souvenir of the special day. Transfers within the area, dinner, and an overnight stay for 2 persons at a local hotel are also part of this amazing package.
LOT 7. FHH Immersion X GPHG
The FHH and the GPHG are offering an immersive experience during the GPHG 2025 edition, accompanied by an FHH expert. Highlights will include a guided tour of the GPHG exhibition at Musée d’Art et d’Histoire, a workshop providing a chance to discover three watchmaking skills, two seats for the GPHG ceremony, and two gala-dinner seats at the FHH table
LOT 8. H. Moser & Cie.
H. Moser & Cie. has called upon Hong Kong-based artist Gabriel Lau, aka LABEG, for its auction lot. Lau reimagines luxury timepieces by crafting irregular watches from cardboard, paint, and plastic, blending high art with everyday materials. Drawing inspiration from the H. Moser & Cie. Streamliner Flyback Chronograph Automatic Frozen, this one-of-a-kind wall clock not only serves as a functional timepiece but also as a sculpture that embodies irony, blending Swiss craftsmanship with a spirit of handcrafted rebellion.
LOT 9. Konstantin Chaykin
This year the world celebrates the 300th anniversary of the first publication of Antonio Vivaldi’s renowned set of twelve concertos, Il cimento dell’armonia e dell’inventione. The opening four concertos, better known as The Four Seasons (Le quattro stagioni), have inspired listeners for three centuries. In 2021 Chaykin patented a unique perpetual calendar that assigned a separate dial to each season, though its production was deferred. Chaykin first embodied the idea in painting with the canvas Autumn. The present lot is the preparatory sketch for that work. Painted in a warm palette that evokes early autumn, with golden leaves, sunlit days and the season’s first frosts, it focuses on the Autumn calendar module created for Chaykin’s Four Seasons timepieces.
LOT 10. Linde Werdelin
Linde Werdelin’s founder and CEO, Jorge Werdelin, is offering two peaceful nights at his personal hideaway located in the hills of Melides in Portugal. Called the Cabana do Sal, this charming and secluded cabana sits on a private three-hectare estate with stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Arrábida mountains. The cabana is beautifully designed using local materials, with a cozy interior, modern bathroom, outdoor dining area, and a small green pool - perfect for unwinding in nature. Surrounded by cork, olive, and pine trees, it’s a quiet place to slow down and recharge, ideal for a couple or small family.
LOT 11. Louis Vuitton/La Fabrique du Temps
This double prize includes a Louis Vuitton eight-watch trunk in iconic Monogram canvas, transformed into a bespoke objet d’art with a hand-painting by Matthieu Hegi, the Artistic Director of La Fabrique du Temps Louis Vuitton. It will also be possible to further personalize this treasure with the new owner’s initials. La Fabrique du Temps Louis Vuitton also extends an invitation for two people to receive a private tour of the Manufacture to witness the artistry, feel the passion, and personally collect the unique trunk, a testament to the timeless elegance of Louis Vuitton.
LOT 12. MB&F – The Minimilians Full Set
Last year, MB&F released The Milimilians – a quirky collection of collectable, alien-like creatures with heads modeled after the various MB&F watches. Not for sale, the only way to obtain a Minimilian is to own the corresponding watch and register with The Tribe, MB&F’s owners’ club. Today, there are 32 different Minimilian characters in the MB&F world, and no one has yet to unite them all…until now. For the Geneva Watch Days charity auction, MB&F is offering this world-first complete set with 32 dressed up Minimilians in metallic silver in a beautiful presentation box for the lucky bidder to enjoy.
LOT 13. Ming X Fears
This lot unites the artistry of MING and Fears Watches with an original hand-illustrated artwork by Lee Yuen-Rapati. Executed with alcohol-based markers and fine-tip pens on handmade paper, the illustration merges whimsical imagination with rich horological symbolism. Woven throughout the piece are subtle nods to the heritage and identities of both brands — from the industrial charm of Bristol, England, home of Fears, to the modern vibrancy of Kuala Lumpur, where MING originated.
LOT 14. Phillips
Phillips in Association with Bacs and Russo, in partnership with Kidston SA and Top Motors Salvioli, is delighted to present to you an unforgettable journey into the world of Lamborghini with this exclusive, full-day experience for 2 people in Italy’s legendary Motor Valley. The day will begin with a private tour of Top Motors Salvioli, a renowned workshop dedicated to the restoration of classic mechanical cars, followed by a unique drive in the countryside accompanied by Valentino Balboni, Lamborghini’s iconic former test driver and one of the most revered figures of the supercar world. After lunch at a secret spot, the day will end with a luxurious overnight stay in Bologna.
LOT 15. Speake Marin
Winston, the iconic English bulldog mascot of Speake Marin, is being offered by the brand for this worthy cause. Handcrafted by Swiss leather atelier Vaudaux, this unique acrylic resin and fine leather sculpture embodies the brand's British-inspired design, featuring details such as a midnight blue suit, red bow tie, and Speake Marin sunglasses. Measuring 60 cm by 40 cm and weighing 2.5 kg, Winston is a distinctive and elegant collectible that reflects the charm and style of the Speake Marin universe.
LOT 16. Squale
Squale is offering a unique charity auction package that combines sports and Italian lifestyle on the stunning Sorrento Coast. In partnership with freediving record holder Vincenzo Ferri, two participants will receive personalized freediving training, tailored breathing and relaxation sessions, and guided dives in the Mediterranean Sea. The experience includes a two-night full-board stay in a four-star hotel, blending high-performance coaching with authentic Italian hospitality, breathtaking scenery, and the pleasures of local cuisine—providing a transformative journey and lasting memories.
LOT 17. TAG Heuer
For motor racing fans, TAG Heuer is presenting a rare piece of Formula 1 history with an Oracle Red Bull Racing Max Verstappen signed replica race suit & top from the Miami GP 2024, created for the exclusive TAG Heuer x KITH edition. A collaboration between TAG Heuer, Oracle Red Bull Racing’s official timekeeper, and streetwear icon KITH, this edition blends precision, performance, and urban style like never before. Personally signed by Max Verstappen, this is more than just a replica, it’s a tribute to a dominant race weekend and an unforgettable moment in F1 and TAG Heuer history.
LOT 18. Urwerk
The co-founder of URWERK, Felix Baumgartner, trained for four years at the watchmaking school in Solothurn, where one of the most demanding tasks was to craft his own instruments. Armed with a lathe and basic equipment, he learned to cut, mill, and shape a set of precision devices — his very first creations. He has decided to offer a selection of these early pieces for the auction as a way to give back and encourage the next generation of young watchmakers to embrace this discipline which is so dear to him.
LOT 19. ZENITH
This exceptional lot offers two guests an exclusive, tailor-made experience in Switzerland with ZENITH and its brand-new collaborative partner, USM Modular Furniture. The journey includes a private dinner with a ZENITH spokesperson, an overnight stay for two in a five-star hotel, and a private lunch with a representative of USM. Guests will also enjoy exclusive guided visits of both the ZENITH Manufacture and USM’s headquarters, with private transfers arranged between the two locations.