Introducing The Frederique Constant Classics Vintage Rally Healey 2025 Editions

Since 2004, Frederique Constant has kept one foot in Switzerland and the other on the British tarmac, thanks to its enduring partnership with carmaker Austin-Healey. Every two years, the brand unveils a new Vintage Rally Healey model, tipping its hat to the golden era of racing born from the iconic collaboration between the Austin Motor Company and visionary driver-designer Donald Healey.

This year, the brand is releasing two new limited editions, the Classics Vintage Rally Healey Chronograph Automatic , the Vintage Rally Healey Date, and the non limited Healey Automatic. Draw inspiration from the same rich British racing DNA, with beautifully colored dials and retro cues. 

Frederique Constant Classics Vintage Rally Healey Chronograph Automatic

The sportier of the duo, the Chronograph model makes an immediate impression with its 42mm stainless steel case, round profile, and prominent pump pushers, an ode to classic racing watches. 

The Healey Blue dial is the signature colour of the iconic Austin-Healey 3000 MKII BM7. A sunray brushing radiates from the centre, enhancing the vintage charm. At 12 o’clock sits a bold Arabic numeral, while the baton hour markers are accented with luminous strips. The bicompax chronograph layout features snailed subdials, small seconds at 9 o’clock and a 30-minute counter at 3 o’clock, both outlined in dark blue. Red chronograph hands add a sharp contrast and tie into this year’s racing theme. The polished lugs lead to a blue calf leather strap that echoes the dial’s rich hue.

The watch is powered by the automatic calibre FC-397, a reliable movement Frederique Constant has used in its Healey line since 2018. It delivers a 62-hour power reserve and beats at 28,800 vph (4 Hz).  Limited to 1,888 pieces, the Chronograph Automatic is priced at EUR 1,695, approximately AED 7,000.

Specs

• Model: FC-397HLBN5B6
• Case: 42mm × 14.45mm, stainless steel, 21mm lug width
• Dial: Healey Blue sunray with Arabic 12 and baton indices
• Movement: Calibre FC-397, automatic
• Frequency: 28,800 vph (4 Hz)
• Power Reserve: 62 hours
• Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, chronograph
• Strap: Blue calf leather with pin buckle
• Availability: limited to 1,888 pieces
• Price: EUR 1,695, approximately AED 7,000

Frederique Constant Classics Vintage Rally Healey Date

For those who prefer a smaller, more refined aesthetic, Frederique Constant also introduces the Vintage Rally Healey Date. This 36mm × 9.85mm timepiece is a charming, vintage-styled companion to the Chronograph, perfect for slimmer wrists.

It shares the same polished case and Healey Blue dial, though its layout is cleaner with central hours, minutes, seconds, and a date window at 6 o’clock. Just above the date, the Healey logo adds a nostalgic touch, reinforcing the motorsport theme. The red-accented seconds hand offers a subtle nod to its sportier sibling.

This watch runs on the automatic calibre FC-303, based on the Sellita SW200. With a 38-hour power reserve, and a frequency of 28,800vph (4Hz). Unlike the Chronograph, it has a solid caseback engraved with the silhouette of the Austin-Healey car that inspired the collection. This model is also limited to 1,888 pieces and comes in at a price of EUR 1,495, approximately AED 6,300.

Specs

• Model: FC-303HLBN3B6
• Case: stainless steel, 36mm × 9.85mm
• Dial: Healey Blue sunray with applied Arabic 12 and baton indices
• Movement: Calibre FC-303, automatic 
• Frequency: 28,800 vph (4 Hz)
• Power Reserve: 38 hours
• Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, date
• Strap: Blue calf leather with pin buckle
• Availability: limited to 1,888 pieces
• Price: EUR 1,495, approximately AED 6,300

Frederique Constant Classics Vintage Rally Healey Automatic 40mm

Frederique Constant has brought back the Classics Vintage Rally Healey Automatic in 40mm, following up on the 2023 edition but this time without any limitation on numbers. Its sleek stainless steel case measures a balanced 40mm across and 10.16mm thick, housing a striking matte British Racing Green dial, a shade inspired by the legendary Austin-Healey 100S. A convex sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating protects the dial, and the solid, threaded caseback is engraved with a detailed Healey pattern. The Water-resistant is rated at 50 meters.

The dial features a crisp white minutes and seconds track circling the edge, with Healey’s logo proudly printed at 6 o’clock. Applied silver indices and hour and minute hands are coated in white lume, while the signature sporty red seconds hand adds a splash of dynamic color shared by all three models.

Inside beats the FC-301 automatic calibre, based on the La Joux-Perret G100, running at 28,800 vph (4Hz) and offering a 38-hour power reserve. The watch pairs beautifully with a dark brown calf leather strap accented by white stitching and a classic pin buckle. This watch comes at a price of EUR 1,695, approximately AED 7,100.

For more information, visit Frederique Constant’s official website. 

Specs

• Model: FC-301HGRS5B26
• Case: Stainless steel, 40mm x 10.16mm
• Dial: Matte British Racing Green red sporty seconds hand, Healey logo at 6 o’clock
• Movement: FC-301 calibre, automatic, based on La Joux-Perret G100
• Frequency: 28,800 vph (4 Hz)
• Power Reserve: 38 hours
• Strap: Dark brown calf leather with white stitching, pin buckle
• Availability: permanent line  
• Price: EUR 1,695, approximately AED 7,100