HD8 Vésuve Watch

The Watch

Quality, performance, and elegance are the hallmarks behind every Humbert-Droz timepiece. Founded in 2016, this standout brand celebrates ancestral French craftsmanship and family heritage through modern, timeless watches that - rooted in tradition yet attuned to contemporary trends - distinguish themselves with refined designs, clean finishes, and impeccable quality. From its HD8 collection, the brand now presents its new limited edition: the Vésuve watch. Crafted in only 100 pieces, it is the ultimate refined, modern accessory - elevating every outfit with effortless masculine elegance for any occasion. It sports a full black look offset by a sleek silhouette that dresses your wrist with understated sophistication. Its round case is crafted in black PVD stainless steel and measures 41 mm in diameter and 10.60 mm thick. The dial is protected by a sapphire crystal that absorbs potential impacts without compromising its beauty or performance. A knurled, signed crown at 3 o'clock allows you to set the hours, minutes, and date. Water-resistant to 5 ATM, this timepiece features a screwed, numbered caseback that is also transparent, offering an unobstructed view of its movement's inner workings.

The Dial

A beautiful round dial sits elegantly within the case, creating an admirable visual effect on the wrist. Black in color, it features a double finish with an inner clou de Paris circle and guilloche edges that give the watch an elegant, modern contrast. It is fitted with two rhodium-plated dauphine hands with a Luminova coating that clearly display the hours and minutes in both bright and dark environments. The seconds are indicated by a slender seconds hand. A minute track is finely graduated around the perimeter, framing twelve markers. White in color, these are rendered as Arabic numerals for even hours and baton indices for odd hours. A black-background aperture at 3 o'clock indicates the date. Finally, the brand signs the dial at 12 o'clock with its name and places the movement type, power reserve, and the mention "Assembled in France" at 6 o'clock.

The Movement

A Swiss-made manufacture automatic movement brings this timepiece to life. A benchmark for quality and flawless precision, it is specifically the G100 NAC-finish caliber supplied by La Joux-Perret and fully assembled in-house by Humbert-Droz. It is equipped with 24 jewels and a power reserve of 68 hours. Beating at 28,800 alternations/hour, it reliably drives the hands and date aperture to deliver an accurate display of hours, minutes, seconds, and date.

The Strap

The strap chosen for this model is crafted in stainless steel with a black PVD coating for an elegant, harmonious look with the rest of the watch. It features five rows of links, including two narrower rows, lending the bracelet a relaxed, contemporary touch. Versatile enough to pair with any outfit, it will effortlessly elevate your wrist with refined style. It is fitted with a black deployant clasp for easy, comfortable wear. Note that the lug width is 20 mm.

Water Resistance

This model offers water resistance of 5 atmospheres, or 50 m. It is designed to be strikingly beautiful and shine in any social setting. Yet this refined appearance in no way compromises its ability to withstand the elements. You can wear it in the shower, though the Ocarat team recommends leaving it gently on the edge of the sink to preserve its brilliance and integrity longer. For swimming and scuba diving, we strongly advise against wearing this watch in the water, as doing so may damage it and result in repair costs.