HEINRICH wins the 2026 WatchTime Collectors' Choice Award!
HEINRICH wins the 2026 WatchTime Collectors' Choice Award!
A special milestone for our young watch brand: Our HEINRICH Helicoprion MKII Stone was honored with the 2026 WatchTime Collectors’ Choice Award. This achievement means a great deal to us—because it was the watch community itself that made the decision.
An award from collectors for collectors
On October 23, 2026, we had the privilege of experiencing a very special moment at WatchTime Düsseldorf: HEINRICH was honored with the 2026 WatchTime Collectors’ Choice Award !
With our Helicoprion MKII Carnelian we were able to come out on top among a field of 23 nominated watch brands.
What makes this award special is that, unlike the other categories of the WatchTime Awards, the Collectors' Choice Award did not involve a shortlist selected by a panel of experts. Watch enthusiasts and collectors decided for themselves which watch deserved their vote.
For us, that's exactly what makes this award so valuable.
The Helicoprion MKII – Vintage Inspiration Meets Originality
The Helicoprion embodies our design philosophy like no other model: a watch design with a strong character, inspired by the 1970s, yet with a distinct identity of its own.
With the second generation, we have consistently refined our design concept. A slimmer case just 10.5 mm thick, a redesigned dial, domed sapphire crystal, and our new Beads-of-Rice bracelet with tool-free fine adjustment combine vintage charm with modern comfort.
The dials made of genuine natural stone, in particular, give each watch its own personality. No two stones are alike. Every grain, every shade, and every texture is unique.
This exquisite Carnelian model, with its warm, vibrant carnelian dial, embodies this philosophy in a special way.
Developed in Stuttgart and manufactured in small batches in Pforzheim, the Helicoprion MKII embodies what HEINRICH is all about: distinctive design, high-quality materials, and an uncompromising attention to detail.
A special moment on our journey
When we founded HEINRICH in 2021, we had a clear vision of the watches we wanted to create.
Watches with character. Watches that aren't driven by short-term trends, but instead develop their own design language. Watches for people who are looking for something special.
The fact that, just a few years later, we are honored to receive one of the WatchTime Awards is an incredible moment for us.
This award reaffirms our commitment to continuing on our own path, trying out new ideas, and even making some unconventional decisions from time to time.
Because that is exactly what gives rise to watches that don't have to appeal to everyone—but are meant to inspire those who share our passion.
This award belongs to you, too!
A huge thank you to everyone who voted for us, wears our watches, and has supported us since the very beginning.
To our customers, collectors, friends, and the entire watch community: You are an essential part of our history.
We would also like to thank our small team and all of our partners, whose expertise, passion, and dedication help bring our ideas to life.
And, of course, to the entire WatchTime team for organizing this fantastic event and for recognizing independent watch brands.
For a small brand like HEINRICH, this award is a major milestone. At the same time, it motivates us to continue breaking new ground.
Thank you so much for being a part of this!
Wolfgang Heinrich
Founder, HEINRICH Watches
Vintage redefined.
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You can find the official report and all the winners of the 2026 WatchTime Awards here: