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New Releases · 2026-05-29

Frédérique Constant refines its Classic Worldtimer with a new 72-hour manufacture movement

The FC-719 Worldtimer reduces the case to 40 mm, drops the date and upgrades power reserve to three days.

By Chronolume digest · Original English summary · Based on Frédérique Constant official model page; Japan 29 May 2026 announcement

Frédérique Constant Worldtimer FC-719BLW3H6 showing blue oceans
The new FC-719 brings three-day reserve to the 40mm Worldtimer. Frédérique Constant / Citizen Watch ↗

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What to know

Frédérique Constant's Classic Worldtimer is one of the rare highly useful complications that can be operated without an intimidating array of pushers. In the redesigned 2026 reference FC-719BLW3H6, it keeps that single-crown logic but adopts a more refined 40mm case. Removing the date subdial also creates more uninterrupted space for the world map and 24-city ring.

A blue-gradient ocean surrounds relief continents in warm grey-beige, all framed by the white city ring and contrasting day/night scale. The result is a busy dial, but one with a clear reading sequence: city, relative position and local time. Applied luminous indexes keep the familiar central time readable.

Three-quarter angled view of 2026 FC-719 blue Worldtimer
The slimmer case proportions help the elaborate city ring wear elegantly. Frédérique Constant / Citizen Watch ↗

The self-winding manufacture FC-719 calibre increases power reserve from approximately 38 to 72 hours while retaining a 4Hz frequency. Water resistance is now rated at 5 ATM. This is a thoughtful evolution of a much-loved Frédérique Constant rather than a superficial dial refresh, first announced in May for a June 2026 launch.

Caseback of 2026 FC-719 worldtimer showing automatic movement
The redesigned FC-719 calibre provides 72 hours of autonomy. Frédérique Constant / Citizen Watch ↗

At a glance

Specifications reported by Frédérique Constant official model page; Japan 29 May 2026 announcement
ReferenceFC-719BLW3H6
Announcement29 May 2026
CaseStainless steel, 40 mm x 12.53 mm
MovementFC-719 automatic manufacture worldtimer
Power reserve72 hours
Frequency28,800 vph
FunctionsWorld time across 24 zones, independently adjustable by single crown
Water resistance5 ATM
DialGradient blue oceans, taupe textured map
StrapNavy alligator
US listing$6,195

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Frédérique Constant official model page; Japan 29 May 2026 announcement · Published 2026-05-29 ↗