Hermès has extended its H08 line this year with the introduction of new colors to the base model, crafted from composite case material as well as a monopusher chronograph. As a luxury design house, Hermès stands apart from the traditional Swiss watchmaking culture with its history as a luxury design house known for its leatherwork and equestrian heritage. Despite this, the brand has recently made significant strides in the watchmaking industry with the incorporation of Vaucher movements and a range of successful designs, establishing its legitimacy in the field. The brand’s design language is evident in its new H08 Chronograph, with special attention on texture contrasts within the dial.
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On the exterior, the H08 Chronograph sports a cushion-shaped carbon and graphene case. With a moderate diameter of 41mm, the watch still wears comfortably on most wrists, despite it having been upsized from previous models in the collection. The bezel is made from titanium, offering a sleek metallic contrast to the otherwise matte black case. On the reverse, an exhibition caseback displays a preview of the mechanism ticking within.
The enlarged dimensions of the H08 Chronograph allow for a symmetrical dial layout characterized by two sub-dials at 9 and 3 o’clock. Creating contrast against the smooth dark gray dial, the sub-dials have a distinct grainy texture, as does a track rounding the inside edge of the indices. The Arabic numeral hour markers have a bright white hue, while the remainder of the dial is livened by vibrant orange details. Between the contrasting textures and dark gray, the H08 Chronograph has a distinctly industrial feel, softened slightly by its sporty orange detailing.
Powering the chronograph is the 193-component Hermès H1837 caliber. It is a mechanical self-winding movement offering a power reserve of 46 hours.
The Hermès H08 Chronograph is expected to be available beginning in 2024. Pricing has yet to be announced.
To learn more, visit Hermes here.