MICHEL HERBELIN – Newport Automatic Black Rubber Strap Watch 1768/G15CA

Michel Herbelin Newport Automatic Black Rubber Strap watch

The Michel Herbelin Newport Automatic Watch is inspired by the America’s Cup and the race to Newport, Rhode Island. Indeed, Newport has been the flagship collection of Michel Herbelin for over 30 years. The collection has evolved in this time from traditional nautical models to cutting edge watches for the modern man with a spirit of adventure. Consequently, this handsome watch is sure to provoke some genuine wrist envy. Smart and functional, this is a wear anytime practical watch that will not let you down.

Case, Dial, Movement

Firstly, the imposing black PVD stainless steel case is 42mm in diameter. Secondly, a combination of brushed and polished finishing adds an interesting dimension. Also, the bezel has five “rivets” in a nod to the porthole on a ship. The dial is in a graded blue/black sunray finish getting gradually darker at the edges. Furthermore, faceted hour markers combine with a minute track on the outer flange for optimal readability. For the ultimate in comfort and practicality, the strap is made from superior FKM rubber.

Finally, the watch is equipped with a reliable Swiss Sellita automatic movement. It is also water resistant to 10 bars (100m).

Michel Herbelin

Michel Herbelin is an independent watchmaking company that has been in the hands of the Herbelin family since 1947. All watches are designed and made in France with great care and painstaking attention to detail. For complete peace of mind, the Michel Herbelin Newport Automatic has a three year guarantee.

• Swiss Sellita 11 ½ SW220-1 Automatic movement
• Black PVD stainless steel case, 42mm diameter, 11.05mm depth
• Weight: 120g
• Blue/black graded dial
• Hours, minutes, seconds, day, date
• Indexes, hour and minute hands coated in tritium for improved legibility in poor light conditions
• Black FKM rubber strap (covered by 10 year guarantee), folding clasp
• Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
• See-through caseback
• Water resistant 10 bars (100m)
• Made in France
• Three Year Manufacturer’s Warranty