Highlife Chronograph Automatic FC-391NS4NH4 Watch

The Watch

Headquartered in Geneva, the cradle of luxury watchmaking, Frédérique Constant was founded in 1988. A brand defined by meticulous attention to detail, it embodies Swiss excellence - blending tradition with innovation across a wide range of collections, from classic to contemporary. Every timepiece reflects a deep commitment to traditional craftsmanship and high-quality materials. Today, the brand invites you to discover the Chronograph Automatic FC-391NS4NH4 Watch, a distinguished piece for men's wrists. Part of the iconic Highlife collection - launched over 20 years ago - this watch features a tonneau-shaped case measuring 41 mm in diameter and 14.20 mm thick. Crafted from 316L stainless steel with rose gold plating (10 microns), the case is brushed and polished for a polished, sophisticated look. A convex sapphire crystal protects the dial from impacts and features an anti-reflective coating for effortless legibility. At 3 o'clock, a rose-toned crown with a double O-ring and ridged grip makes adjustments easy. It is flanked by two pushers of the same finish to operate the chronograph functions. Finally, the watch weighs 109 g and is secured by a screw-down caseback ensuring water resistance to 10 ATM. Its transparent display lets you admire the movement in action.

The Dial

This striking dial is the heart of the watch's appeal. Set against a rich matte blue background that perfectly complements the strap, it features engraved details showcasing the brand's iconic openworked globe logo. The outer rim reveals a minute track followed by applied hour markers. At the center, rose gold-colored brass hands tell the time with precision: a slender seconds hand, a minute hand, and an hour hand - all coated with SuperLuminova C1 treatment, also applied to the hour indices for optimal low-light legibility. A date window and 3 sub-dials at 3, 6, and 9 o'clock complete the layout, indicating respectively the 30-minute chronograph counter, the 12-hour display, and the 60-second counter. At 6 o'clock, "Swiss Made" is inscribed, while the brand's name appears as a signature just beneath the 12 o'clock index.

The Movement

This watch is powered by an in-house automatic movement. Robust yet refined, it features caliber FC-391 on a LJPL 110 base, beating at a frequency of 28,800 vph with 26 jewels. Shock-resistant and precise, it drives the hands, counters, and date window flawlessly. This Swiss movement delivers a power reserve of 60 hours.

The Strap

This stunning strap adds a touch of elegance to the watch. Crafted in calfskin leather for comfort and style, its deep blue hue is enhanced by tone-on-tone stitching and a crocodile-embossed pattern for a refined finish. Versatile enough for any outfit or occasion, it measures 115/75 mm in length and fastens with a pin buckle 22 mm wide. Easily interchangeable, it features a lug width of 25.50 mm.

To help you switch up the look of this timepiece, it comes with a second strap in rubber - lightweight, flexible, and perfect for active wear. Its clasp is also a pin buckle.

Water Resistance

This model offers water resistance to 10 atmospheres, or 100 meters. That makes it a truly water-ready timepiece. Whether you're splashing through puddles or taking a swim, this watch handles it all without complaint - shower, bath, and lap swimming included. That said, our Ocarat watch experts note that while this model is water-resistant, it is not designed for diving (recreational or professional) and should be kept away from high-pressure cleaning equipment. We also recommend keeping the crown and pushers dry during immersion.