Newport 12288A15BL Watch

The Watch

Herbelin is a French watchmaking brand that, since 1947, has maintained its independence and spirit of unity. Today, three generations of the Herbelin family work side by side, continuing a remarkable family story that evolves with the times. The Maison relentlessly pushes the boundaries of fine watchmaking, where craftsmanship, precision, and reliability are non-negotiable. This heritage pairs seamlessly with cutting-edge technology and boundless creativity - redefining what French elegance looks like on the wrist. The brand presents the Newport 12288A15BL watch, a timepiece whose refined simplicity speaks volumes. It features a case crafted from brushed and polished 316L stainless steel, giving it that captivating grey tone. Its round shape measures 40.50 mm in diameter with a thickness of 8.35 mm - ideal proportions for men's wrists. The bezel is adorned with screws, engraved with the collection name, and surrounds a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal that shields the dial from impact. At 3 o'clock, a grey crown with a knurled profile provides a firm, precise grip for adjusting the movement. Finally, the case back ensures a water resistance of 3 ATM.

The Dial

The dial makes an immediate impression with its striking sunray finish. Set against a blue background, it features a date window at 3 o'clock for effortless daily reading. At its center, three hands keep time with fluid clarity. The slender red seconds hand tracks the seconds, the long hand marks the minutes, and the short hand indicates the hours. Together, they sweep over the hour markers and the minute track along the rim. These bold markers - like the two main hands - are coated with a luminescent treatment for optimal readability in the dark. At the bottom, the country of manufacture is noted alongside the water resistance rating, while the brand signature sits proudly at 12 o'clock.

The Movement

This watch is powered by a Swiss quartz movement - specifically the Ronda 715 caliber, engineered for exceptional resistance to vibrations. This mechanism delivers precise timekeeping and runs on a battery with an autonomy of approximately 5 years.

The Strap

With its eye-catching blue tone, this strap elevates any look effortlessly. Crafted from fabric, it sits lightly and comfortably on the wrist for any occasion. Its minimalist design flatters the wrist with clean lines, enhanced by woven patterns and white stitching. The pin buckle makes it easy to put on and take off.

Water Resistance

With water resistance rated at 10 atmospheres - that's 100 meters - this watch means business in the water. Whether you're splashing through puddles or diving into the pool, it handles baths, showers, and lap swimming without complaint. That said, our Ocarat watchmaking experts note that while this model is water-resistant, it is not designed for professional or recreational diving and should be kept away from high-pressure cleaning equipment. We also recommend keeping the crown and pushers out of use during submersion.