Move over, iced coffee—this summer, Mark Wahlberg’s wrist is serving up something cooler. The Hollywood icon and watch enthusiast has just unofficially crowned the NORQAIN Freedom 60 Chrono “Enjoy Life” Special Edition as his watch of the summer, and the story behind it is as sweet as the timepiece itself.
A Scoop of Serendipity
Unlike most celebrity watch placements, there’s zero sponsorship involved here. That’s right—NORQAIN has never paid Wahlberg a cent. So how did the rising Swiss independent brand end up on his wrist?
It all started last year when Mark spotted tennis champion Stan Wawrinka wearing the Wild ONE Skeleton 42mm Turquoise. The two are close friends, and after a quick chat, Mark was intrigued. Fortunately, he was in New York City at the time, and NORQAIN was able to deliver one to him directly. Later that very night, Wahlberg wore it on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert—and the rest is history.
The watch became an instant bestseller.
Birthday Surprise in Vegas
Fast forward to June 4, 2025: NORQAIN launched their newest showstopper—the Freedom 60 Chrono 40mm “Enjoy Life”—in Las Vegas during Couture. The launch event, co-hosted with retail giant Bucherer, was all about celebrating the playful spirit of summer. While Mark couldn’t attend, NORQAIN CEO Ben Küffer made sure the actor got his hands on the colourful chronograph the next day—on Mark’s 54th birthday, no less.
The result? Mark showed off the watch in an Instagram post just days later, instantly sparking a new wave of attention around what may be the most joyful chronograph of the season.
The Watch: Freedom 60 Chrono “Enjoy Life” Special Edition
So what makes this NORQAIN piece so irresistible?
The Highlights:
- 40mm stainless steel case with polished crown and pushers
- Three pastel subdials in refreshing pink, green, and blue—a nod to summer gelato
- Date window surprise: on the 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th.
- Sapphire caseback engraved with the motto: “Enjoy Life”
- Available on a white rubber strap or brushed steel bracelet
- Powered by the NORQAIN Calibre N19 with a 62-hour power reserve
- Comes with summer-ready sunglasses in a matching collector’s box
CEO Ben Küffer explains:
“People often ask what NORQAIN’s purpose is. It’s simple: we’re here to bring positive energy, to inspire joy, and to create watches that make people feel good. This piece is a tribute to the kid in all of us… and a reminder to enjoy life.”
Get the Scoop
Available now, the Freedom 60 Chrono “Enjoy Life” is available through NORQAIN’s global retail partners and select boutiques.
Find your local Authorized Dealers in our store locator here.
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