With a rich watchmaking heritage stretching back 75 years, French watch company Michel Herbelin launched its Newport Héritage collection in 2020 with a limited edition of 1,000 numbered timepieces.
Instantly recognisable as the iconic Newport – the strap’s central lugs, the porthole-style bezel adorned with five screws modelled on yacht winches, the embossed steering wheel on the winding crown – this new piece borrows directly from the style of typical Michel Herbelin models of the 1970s.
Tastefully complemented by polished and brushed surfaces, the 316L stainless steel cushion-shaped case (42 mm diameter) enhances the Newport silver dial. Its large Day/Date aperture at 3 o’clock is reminiscent of a compass used for navigation. Slender red intersecting lines echoing the four compass points accurately coordinate the information.
Located on the circular brushed flange is a clearly marked minute track with imposing faceted hour markers. Steel coloured with white luminescent coating, the latter match the hour and minute hands, powered by a red central seconds hand. Protected by a double-sided domed sapphire glass, the combination offers optimal readability accentuated by contrasting colours.
Water-resistant to 100 metres, this timekeeping instrument is fitted with a chestnut-brown leather strap, rounded in the middle and finished with off-white double saddle stitching. This comfortable watch is powered by a Swiss-made, Sellita automatic mechanical movement, oscillating at 28,800 vibrations per hour and incorporating 26 jewels. Equipped with a 38-hour power reserve, the transparent case-back reveals an oscillating weight with “Michel Herbelin” engraving and softened finish.
Technical Specifications:
NEWPORT HERITAGE 1764/T11BR
CASE :
• polished 316L stainless steel
• bezel in polished 316L stainless steel decorated with polished screws
• double-sided domed sapphire glass
• transparent case back
• crown stamped with a ship’s wheel
• cushion-shaped; diameter: 42 x 42 mm
• water-resistant to 100 metres
DIAL :
• silvered sunray-finish
• gold faceted hour markers with white luminescent coating
• gold hour and minute hands with white luminescent coating
• nickel central seconds hand with red varnish
• day/date aperture at 3 o’clock
FUNCTIONS :
• hours, minutes, seconds, day, date
STRAP :
• chestnut-brown saddle stitched leather
• steel double-folding clasp
MOVEMENT :
• Swiss automatic (Sellita, SW220-1 calibre)
• 26 jewels, 28,800 vibrations per hour
• “Michel Herbelin” engraved oscillating weight, refined finish
• 38-hour power reserve
PRICE:
• £999.00
For more information please visit Michel Herbelin