Classic Date Manufacture FC-706SAL3H6 Watch

The Watch

Frédérique Constant is a Swiss watchmaking brand. Since 1988, it has been crafting elegant, resilient timepieces that elevate your style on every occasion. Each watch is manufactured and tested by seasoned master watchmakers to deliver undeniable daily precision. The brand creates impeccably equipped models that never fail to delight lovers of fine watchmaking. Discover the Classic Date FC-706SAL3H6 watch, designed for men's wrists and part of the prestigious Manufacture collection. It features a round case crafted from 316L stainless steel with a polished finish for a stunning, luminous appearance. Robustly built, it measures 40 mm in diameter and 11.80 mm thick, and weighs 94 g. It is fitted with a convex sapphire crystal that shields the dial from impact, along with an anti-reflective coating for clear, glare-free legibility. At 3 o'clock, a grey crown is mounted, offering easy manipulation of the central functions - its knurled texture ensures a secure grip whenever needed. The whole is sealed by a transparent engraved case back that reveals the movement's oscillations and provides a water resistance of 5 ATM.

The Dial

Minimalist and eye-catching, this dial brings a refined touch to the model. Round in shape, it features a salmon sunray-finished base for a luminous, striking look. The perimeter hosts a minute track with grey applied indexes marking the hours - swept by three grey lance-style hands at the center. These consist of a short hour hand, a long minute hand, and a slender seconds hand. At 6 o'clock, a date counter displays the current date. Near 12 o'clock, the brand signs its name as a finishing touch.

The Movement

Beating at the heart of this model is the FC-706 automatic movement. Swiss-made and entirely manufactured in-house, this mechanism features 26 jewels to absorb friction, oscillates at 28,800 Alt/h (4 Hz), resists vibrations, and ensures precise performance across the hands and date counter - with a power reserve of 72 hours.

The Strap

This strap reveals a beautiful, striking brown tone. Expertly crafted from Mississippiensis alligator leather, it features square-pattern stitching with tone-on-tone topstitching for an exceptional finish. Supple and durable, it suits every occasion and pairs effortlessly with any outfit, adding an elegant note to your look. It measures 20 mm wide at the lug, with strap lengths of 75 mm for the short end and 115 mm for the long end. Easy to adjust and secured by an 18 mm deployant buckle, it's effortless to handle every day.

Water Resistance

This model offers a water resistance of 5 atmospheres, or 50 m. Striking and refined, it's built to shine on any occasion - and that elegance comes with real resilience. You can wear it in the shower, though the Ocarat team recommends leaving it on the edge of the sink to keep it looking its best over time. Swimming and scuba diving, however, are a no-go - the risk of damage and costly repairs simply isn't worth it.