BURO Watch List: 5 Mechanical Alarm Watches to Keep You on Time This Ramadan

In the holy month of Ramadan, time is of the essence. You have to know when Fajr is approaching so you can stop munching and when dusk is looming so you can start again. These critical moments often slip by unnoticed amid the chaos of our busy schedules and endless commitments. That is why these mechanical alarm watches are a lifesaver for those of us fasting as they help us stay on track with time.

VULCAIN CRICKET PRESIDENT

Swiss watch manufacturer Vulcain is widely regarded as the pioneer of the alarm complication. Its Vulcain Cricket range, for instance, has been heralded as the crown jewel in the brand’s catalogue since its debut. The Vulcain Cricket President carries that legacy with an alarm system tucked inside its hand-wound movement. Just wind the watch backwards, press the pusher at 2 o’clock, and wait for the cricket-like sound to go off.

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PATEK PHILIPPE GRAND COMPLICATIONS 5520RG

For a perfect blend of style and substance, go for the Grand Complications 5520RG by Patek Philippe. Marrying its groundbreaking dual time zone “Travel Time” system with a 24-hour alarm mechanism, the storied watchmaker has devised a masterpiece that won’t let you miss suhoor and iftar. All you have to do is press on the 2 o’clock pusher to activate or deactivate the alarm. The sound of a hammer striking on a classic gong will soon follow.

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JAEGER-LECOULTRE MASTER CONTROL MEMOVOX TIMER

One of the most sought-after alarm watches in the luxury market at the moment is the Master Control Memovox Timer. Anchored by the innovative Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 956, this timepiece boasts a red triangular icon that points out the alarm time on the light grey inner rotating disc. To work this feature, remember that the 18k pink gold crown at 4 o’clock is used to wind the movement and set the time, and the one at 2 o’clock to set the alarm.

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BREGUET MARINE ALARME MUSICALE

Another high-end option you should consider getting this Ramadan is Breguet’s stunning Marine Alarme Musicale timepiece. The suite of noteworthy features here includes an alarm that rings on a gong. To use this function, set the alarm time via the crown at 4 o’clock—it will be displayed on the 12-hour counter at 3 o’clock—and activate it using the pusher at 8 o’clock. A marine bell will pop out in an aperture at 12 o’clock when the alarm setup is complete.

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BLANCPAIN VILLERET REVEIL GMT

Designed for those who live life in the fast lane, the Villeret Reveil GMT by Blancpain offers a one-stop solution to their modern problems. Its alarm system, especially, promises to alleviate daily hustles. Making it highly accessible to users, the Swiss watch brand allows them to unlock the feature in two simple steps. They just need to set the alarm by toggling the crown at the 2 o’clock position and tap the on/off button at the 8 o’clock position.

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