HD11 "Nivôse" Watch

The Watch

Humbert-Droz sets itself apart through family craftsmanship rooted in the finest watchmaking tradition. The brand creates quality timepieces with elegant, timeless designs built with passion. Through the HD11, it makes a bold statement honoring France's republican heritage. This collection is embodied here by the HD11 "Nivôse" watch, a name drawn from "the snow that blankets the earth from December through January". Elegant and distinctive, it features a beautiful cushion case crafted in 316L stainless steel. The polished silver case is complemented by a black PVD-treated bezel enhanced by radial brushing. Screw-mounted, the bezel surrounds the sapphire crystal that shields the dial from scratches. The case measures 44 mm in diameter and 13.50 mm thick - proportions perfectly suited for men's wrists. On the right side sits the protected screw-down crown. Textured and finished in carbon black, it handles time and date adjustments. The case back features a transparent window that lets you admire the movement's inner workings. It ensures water resistance to 10 ATM.

The Dial

This watch features a dial crafted with meticulous attention to detail. It showcases a silver-toned base enhanced by a sunray finish and highlighted by radial brushing, resulting in a striking overall effect. The outer ring is marked by a black bezel featuring a minute track and dot markers at every 5-minute interval. The hours are indicated by baton indices and Arabic numerals at 3, 6, 9, and 12 o'clock. Their black tone echoes the baton hands and the slim arrow-shaped seconds hand. These hands are partially coated with Luminova for clear readability in low-light conditions. The whole is framed by a black inner bezel marked with indices and Arabic numerals from 10 to 60. A white-background date window sits at 3 o'clock, adding practical everyday functionality. The finishing touch: the brand's signature at 12 o'clock and the word "Automatic" at 6 o'clock.

The Movement

This watch is powered by an automatic movement from La Joux-Perret manufacture. The G100 caliber features 24 jewels and delivers a power reserve of 68 hours. Reliable and precise, it beats at 28,800 vibrations per hour (4Hz), driving a 3-hand analog display with a date function.

The Strap

The strap on this watch is crafted in bovine leather with a black finish and carbon accents. Elegant and refined, it ensures optimal wrist comfort and features a deployant clasp. Crafted in stainless steel, it delivers a secure and reliable fit.

Water Resistance

This model offers water resistance up to 10 atmospheres, or 100 meters. This watch is truly water-resistant! Its sporty character makes it ready to dive into any aquatic adventure. From puddles to the pool, this timepiece handles submersion without complaint. Showers, baths, and lap swimming are all fair game. That said, our Ocarat watchmaking experts note that while water-resistant, this model is not designed for diving (professional or otherwise) and should be kept away from high-pressure cleaning devices. We also recommend not operating the crown or pushers while submerged.