Titan Marks 40 Years of Excellence With India's First Flying Tourbillon

The story of Titan Company Limited begins in 1984, marking a pivotal moment in Indian manufacturing history. Born as a joint venture between the prestigious Tata Group and the Tamilnadu Industrial Development Corporation (TIDCO), Titan emerged with a clear vision: to revolutionize the Indian watch industry. The company commenced operations in 1987 under the name Titan Watches Limited, and what followed was a remarkable journey of transformation and diversification. Over the decades, Titan expanded far beyond its initial focus on watches. In 1994, the company ventured into jewelry with the launch of Tanishq, followed by a successful expansion into eyewear. The company's growth story continued with the introduction of fragrances under the SKINN brand, accessories and Indian dress wear through Taneira, and thoughtfully designed women's bags under the IRTH label. This evolution transformed Titan from a watch manufacturer into a lifestyle brand powerhouse that has shaped India's retail landscape through pioneering experiential retail.

Now, Titan celebrates 40 years of excellence with its most ambitious achievement yet – the launch of India's first Flying Tourbillon watch, alongside a specially curated anniversary collection that pays homage to its rich heritage while embracing the future of watchmaking.

The Crowning Achievement: India's First Flying Tourbillon
The centerpiece of Titan's 40th-anniversary celebration is their groundbreaking Flying Tourbillon watch, featuring the innovative 7TH1 Calibre (1984GL01). This masterpiece, developed entirely in-house, represents a watershed moment in Indian watchmaking history. The movement features a flying tourbillon bridge ingeniously designed in the shape of a "T" – an elegant tribute to the Titan brand – positioned at 6 o'clock, which also serves as the Petite Seconds hand.

The technical sophistication of this timepiece is evident in its 4 Hz frequency movement and 36-hour power reserve, all housed within an exquisite 44mm 18K rose gold case. The movement's decoration showcases traditional watchmaking finishes including Perlage, Côte de Genève, Spiral Satin, and Circular Satin, demonstrating Titan's mastery of classical horological arts.

The dial exemplifies fine craftsmanship with two hand-crafted Guilloché patterns: the peacock blue sub-dial features a distinctive "flinque" guilloche pattern, while the main dial showcases an elegant "grain of rice" pattern. Through the sapphire glass exhibition caseback, owners can admire the beautifully finished movement, complete with individual numbering and a proud "INDIA" designation marking its origin. This extraordinary timepiece is offered at INR 26,00,000.

The Commemorative Collection: A Tribute to Legacy
The anniversary collection continues with the Classique Case Series, available in both 40mm (10030WL01) and 34mm (2755WL01) sizes. These watches honor Titan's original bestselling designs, featuring rose-gold accents against silver-white lacquered dials. Crafted from surgical grade stainless steel, each watch includes a sapphire crystal with triple anti-reflective coating and bears the original 'Tau' Titan logo. The series, powered by the in-house P3H Quartz movement, is limited to 1,000 numbered pieces and priced at INR 24,995 and INR 21,995 respectively.

The Moonphase Multifunction Watch, offered in 40mm (10031WL01) and 34mm (2756WL01) variants, combines elegance with functionality. These sophisticated timepieces feature regal blue hour and minute hands, an intricate moonphase display, and a silver-white cambered dial. Limited to 900 numbered pieces, these watches are priced at INR 41,995 and INR 36,995 respectively.
Completing the collection is the Titan Gold Mechanical Watch (5609GL01), a 38mm masterpiece that showcases the iconic Slim Edge Mechanical Movement. This exceptional timepiece features an 18K gold case, the ultra-thin 2.2mm hand-wound Calibre 903 movement with 106 metal parts, and a 42-hour power reserve. The watch is fitted with a genuine alligator leather strap and carries a price tag of INR 5,50,000.

Leadership's Vision
Suparna Mitra, CEO of Watches & Wearables at Titan Company Ltd., reflects on this milestone: "For four decades, Titan has been a beacon of innovation, art, and craftsmanship. The Titan Tourbillon, made in India, is a testament to our horological prowess and our manufacturing and design capabilities."

Each timepiece in the commemorative collection arrives in premium packaging that includes a metal plaque, leather travel pouch, microfiber cleaning cloth, and detailed documentation. For the Flying Tourbillon, the package is further enhanced with a loupe and special story booklet.

This 40th-anniversary celebration represents more than just a collection of watches – it marks a defining moment in Indian watchmaking history. From its humble beginnings to creating India's first Flying Tourbillon, Titan's journey embodies the evolution of Indian manufacturing excellence. The company has not only transformed the watch and jewelry industry in India but has also played a crucial role in shaping the country's retail market through its innovative approach to experiential retail.

As Titan marks this significant milestone, the commemorative collection stands as a bridge between its illustrious past and promising future, demonstrating that world-class horological excellence can be achieved on Indian soil. The Flying Tourbillon, in particular, serves as a powerful statement of India's growing capabilities in precision engineering and luxury watchmaking, setting new standards for the decades to come.