Cricket President 36mm Black Watch

The Watch

Recognized worldwide as the "Brand of Presidents," the iconic Le Locle-based manufacture Vulcain continues to make waves with its innovative spirit and exceptional craftsmanship, perpetuated through iconic timepieces celebrated for their superior quality, intricate mechanics, and refined aesthetics. Each watch features a versatile design and groundbreaking complications that suit every style, making them a natural choice for watch enthusiasts everywhere. Today, the brand unveils a new chapter in its legendary Cricket collection: five limited-edition watches channeling the spirit of the 1970s - a refined blend of performance, technical mastery, elegance, and authenticity. Ocarat is proud to present this stunning Cricket President timepiece in its black version, a sophisticated model that will capture the hearts of seasoned collectors, fine watchmaking enthusiasts, and anyone with a taste for the extraordinary. A tribute to Vulcain's passion and ingenuity while honoring the golden age of classic watchmaking, this will become your new favorite timepiece - helping you stand out while asserting your distinguished personal style with effortless confidence. It elevates every outfit with an exquisite retro-modern touch and delivers an exceptional experience on the wrist. Offered as a limited edition of 50 numbered pieces, it features a round case in 316L stainless steel with a polished finish that gives the watch a refined casual look without compromising its classic appeal. The case measures 36 mm in diameter - a deliberate choice to sit beautifully on both men's and women's wrists while ensuring absolute comfort. It is topped by an anti-reflective sapphire crystal that lends a more vintage feel thanks to its domed shape. Ensuring impeccable legibility from every angle, it also protects the dial from the everyday knocks that come with daily wear. The crystal is framed by a grey bezel with a circular satin finish, adding a dynamic, modern note to the overall design. A crown with knurling sits at 3 o'clock for manual adjustment of the hours and minutes. The accompanying pusher at 2 o'clock allows you to operate the alarm complication, which sounds a distinctive chime for 20 seconds. Please note that this watch is delivered - your choice - with either a solid screw-back case back or one featuring a transparent sapphire crystal window. The case back ensures water resistance to 50 meters.

The Dial

This stunning limited edition pairs a round dial with a striking presence that adds a layer of bold modernity to the watch. The dial's deep black creates a rich, immersive backdrop that contrasts flawlessly with silver-toned indexes and hands. Its semi-matte finish is swept by four slender hands that give the ensemble a refined look while ensuring crystal-clear time reading. At the forefront, two dauphine hands glide smoothly to indicate hours and minutes. They are joined by a slim grey seconds hand that completes your time reading at a glance. The fourth hand, tipped with an arrow point, serves the alarm function, pointing to an alarm track graduated with Arabic numerals and white markers on a 12-hour scale. This scale surrounds a white chapter ring featuring a minute track. The ring is divided every 5 minutes by applied baton indexes marking the hours for faster time reading. You'll also notice the "Swiss Made" label at 6 o'clock, a reminder of this timepiece's origin. Finally, Vulcain signs the dial with its name and the "Cricket" signature just below 12 o'clock.

The Movement

At the heart of this timepiece beats a 12-ligne Swiss-made mechanical movement, renowned for its exceptional quality, efficiency, and dependable performance. Fitted with 25 jewels and the patented Exactomatic system with 165 components, it is specifically the Vulcain Cricket manufacture caliber V-10 that brings this watch to life, driving its hands with precision. The movement features two barrels - one dedicated to timekeeping and one to the alarm complication - ensuring undeniable accuracy. It beats at a frequency of 18,000 alternations/hour and offers a 52-hour power reserve. Reliable, precise timekeeping in every situation.

The Strap

For this stunning watch, you have the choice of five straps, each as refined and contemporary as the next, allowing you to express your personal style with effortless elegance. All feature a 316L stainless steel pin buckle in silver-toned steel engraved with the brand's logo, keeping the watch securely and comfortably on your wrist.

The first strap is crafted in calfskin leather. A retro-vintage accent that elevates your look day or night, lending an effortlessly elegant finish. It features stitching that coordinates perfectly with its black tone. This strap delicately follows the lines of your wrist for a comfortable, all-day wear experience.

Also crafted in calfskin leather, the second strap features a brown finish that gives the watch a more dynamic edge. Comfortable enough for all-day wear on any occasion, it delivers an effortlessly polished look. Tone-on-tone stitching in a lighter shade adds a subtle, stylish contrast. Versatile enough to pair with everything from smart-casual to formal attire.

For the third strap, the brand opted for grey calfskin leather with a textured finish and tone-on-tone stitching. It brings an elegant, chic edge to any look, day or night, enhancing the charm of every outfit. Comfortable enough for daily wear, it delivers ease, softness, and all-day wearability.

Blending vintage style with a confident modern edge, the fourth strap is crafted in calfskin leather with an alligator-print finish that elevates its refined look. Its rich black tone, highlighted by tone-on-tone stitching, pairs effortlessly with any look, day or night. Supple yet structured, it wraps your wrist with understated elegance and ultimate comfort.

Finally, the last strap is also crafted in calfskin leather, this time in a rich brown hue. With contrast stitching and an alligator-print finish, it brings a more sophisticated edge to your wrist. This strap hugs the contours of your wrist with refined precision, adding the perfect touch of elegance and modernity to both dressed-up and casual looks - the detail that makes all the difference.

Water Resistance

This model offers a water resistance of 5 atmospheres, or 50 m. Beautifully crafted, it's built to shine in any setting - and that elegance doesn't come at the expense of durability. You can keep it on in the shower, though the Ocarat team recommends setting it on the edge of the sink to preserve its luster and integrity over the long haul. For swimming and scuba diving, we strongly advise against wearing this watch to avoid damage and costly repairs.