Herbelin has elevated its iconic Newport collection with a new generation of automatic moon phase watches that fuse maritime aesthetics with celestial sophistication. For nearly 40 years, Newport has defined the Maison’s spirit through balanced proportions, nautical cues and instantly recognizable codes. The introduction of a dual‑hemisphere moon phase complication at 6 o’clock adds both technical prowess and lyrical charm, tracking lunar cycles across both hemispheres with poetic precision.
The standout feature is the meticulously crafted dials, available in deep glossy blue lacquer, genuine mother‑of‑pearl or a textured “lunar surface” in blue or grey that subtly evokes the moon’s craters and reliefs. This surface treatment creates a natural visual harmony with the moon phase window, lending the dial a singular depth and cohesion. Faceted applied indices and finely worked hands ensure excellent legibility, while the overall effect feels both technically refined and artistically immersive.
At the heart beats the Sellita SW280‑2 Power automatic movement, prized for its robustness and accuracy, operating at 28,800 vibrations per hour with 26 jewels and a 65‑hour power reserve. Key features include central hours, minutes and seconds, a quick‑set moon phase correction, hacking seconds and ball‑bearing automatic winding. Each movement undergoes final regulation and testing at Herbelin’s Charquemont workshops in the French Jura, upholding the brand’s exacting standards.
Launched in 1988, the Newport line remains one of Herbelin’s horological signatures, marked by its bezel with decorative screws, distinctive central lugs and a balanced, readable dial architecture. These new moon phase models come in stainless steel or two‑tone cases, paired with either leather straps or steel bracelets, offering versatility from classic elegance to sporty appeal. Case sizes include 40.5 mm for men (10.9 mm thick) and 35 mm for women (10.8 mm thick), both water‑resistant to 100 meters with sapphire crystals and exhibition casebacks.
Since 1947, family‑owned Herbelin has designed, assembled and regulated its watches in Charquemont, blending French design flair with Swiss movements. The Newport Phases de Lune exemplify this heritage.
