Maison Herbelin, faithful to its heritage of watchmaking precision and innovation, has just launched a spectacular limited edition model: the Newport Carbon Titanium Skeleton. Inspired by the world of extreme sports, this watch, limited to 500 pieces, is a true concentrate of technology and know-how. It was designed in collaboration with the brand ambassador, Aurélien Ducrozdouble freeride ski world champion and winner of the 2022 Route du Rhum. The Newport Carbon Titanium Skeleton embodies watchmaking excellence in a resolutely sporty and modern design, while remaining faithful to the DNA of the Newport collection.
A design built for adventure
The Newport Carbon Titanium Skeleton model immediately attracts attention with its aesthetics inspired by racing sailboats. At first glance, the central strap attachments, the porthole-shaped bezel and the screws evoking sailboat winches recall the nautical references dear to the Newport collection. But beyond these identity details, it is its skeleton design that truly distinguishes this watch.
This aesthetic and technical choice allows you to admire the entire watch mechanism. The watch has been stripped of everything superfluous, highlighting a Swiss automatic caliberTHE Sellita SW400-1recognized for its precision and robustness. This visible mechanism is housed in a housing 43mm in diameter, designed in forged carbon and in DLC treated titanium (Diamond Like Carbon), two materials known for their lightness and resistance. This combination, inspired by aeronautical manufacturing methods, ensures not only exceptional lightness, but also great strength against impacts and corrosion.
High performance materials
THE forged carbonused for the bezel and the case, is distinguished by its ability to withstand thermal and mechanical stress. This material is complemented by a titanium container, ensuring an optimal balance between weight and durability. Together, these elements guarantee a watch ready to face the challenges of extreme environments while maintaining unparalleled elegance.
This technical architecture is reinforced by waterproofing up to 200 metersallowing the Newport Carbon Titanium Skeleton to follow its owner in the most difficult conditions, whether deep sea diving or a nautical competition.
The art of skeletonization: a mechanics revealed
Perhaps one of the most fascinating aspects of this watch is its skeleton mechanism, which offers a bird’s eye view of the timepiece’s inner workings. The skeletonization of the movement, inspired by the stylized shape of a steering wheel, is a direct homage to the nautical world and the Newport collection. Made in anthracite rutheniumit highlights the workings of the Swiss caliber, while guaranteeing optimal readability.
This Sellita automatic caliber SW400-1 understand 26 jewelsbeating at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour and offering a 41 hour power reserve. This mechanics is visible not only through the dial, but also through the transparent case back, allowing watch enthusiasts to admire every detail of this complex movement.
The faceted, stick-shaped hands coated in white luminescent material facilitate readability, even in the darkest conditions. As for the central second, painted in bright yellow, it brings a sporty touch to this model, while recalling the colors of Aurélien Ducroz’s boat.
A high-performance and ergonomic bracelet
Designed to be worn in action, this watch comes with a stainless steel bracelet. FKM elastomer high performance. This material is particularly appreciated for its resistance to chemical attack and temperature variations, thus guaranteeing exceptional durability. The bracelet features a pantone yellow 809Can energetic and dynamic color, perfectly matched to the sporty aesthetic of the watch. It also has a titanium deployment clasp with safety buckle, ensuring optimal support on the wrist, even in the most demanding situations.
For lovers of sobriety, Herbelin also offers a version with a black FKM bracelet, offering a more discreet but equally efficient alternative.
A watchmaking heritage Made in France
Each Newport Carbon Titanium Skeleton watch is engraved with its limited edition number, guaranteeing the exclusivity of this model of only 500 pieces. But beyond its rarity, this watch embodies French watchmaking know-how passed down for more than 75 years within the Maison Herbelin.
Based in Charquemont, in the Jura massif, the family brand has managed to maintain its independence while perpetuating a tradition of excellence. Designed, designed, assembled and adjusted by hand in the house’s workshops, the Newport Carbon Titanium Skeleton reflects unique watchmaking expertise, combining technological innovation and respect for traditions.
A watch for modern adventurers
In summary, the Newport Carbon Titanium Skeleton from Herbelin is much more than a simple timepiece. It’s a watch designed for modern adventurers, those looking to push the limits while sporting a refined and high-performance accessory. With its sleek design, sophisticated skeleton mechanism and cutting-edge materials, it embodies both watchmaking tradition and technological innovation. A future collector which will appeal to fans of extreme sports as well as enthusiasts of beautiful watch mechanisms.
