Vulcain Cricket "President" Collection in 36mm & 39mm

Just in time for the Holiday Season, Vulcain is going new colorways with a collection of 5 limited editions of the legendary Cricket, a.k.a. “The Presidents' Watch”. Perfect chromatic fusion between dials and leather straps. Plus plenty of options, each one irresistible with its own chic – A collection that testifies to Vulcain’s great comeback in the world of watchmaking. 

Challenging choices!
 
Suddenly arrayed before you, five captivating visions demand your attention. Vibrant, pristine, and utterly seductive – choosing one is a delightful dilemma. Like the most tempting of confections, to indulge in one is to want them all. Here are 5 new iterations of the legendary Vulcain Crickets, each in a limited edition, of course. A year after the model's celebrated rebirth, the brand based in Le Locle, Switzerland, now ventures into uncharted chromatic realms – black, silver, blue, pistachio, and  salmon. These dazzling additions epitomize Vulcain’s commitment to innovation while preserving a sense of harmonious continuity in its collections.

These new limited editions of the Cricket – 100 pieces for 39 mm models, and 50 pieces for the 36 mm models – are a symphony of exclusivity. At CHF 4,400 for the 39 mm and CHF 3,800 for the 36 mm  versions, this series beckons collectors to a rare chance of owning a horological icon steeped in history and watchmaking expertise.

Enthusiasts worldwide can secure their exclusive piece starting 4:00 pm CET on 28 November 2023 – just in time for the festive cheer, with deliveries end of December for the first batch and end of January for the second.

Always pushing the boundaries of the space-time continuum, Guillaume Laidet’s daring creativity forges ahead at Mach 3. As part of his vision for the brand, he is broadening the spectrum of the brand with five fresh dial colors – a single shade would have simply been too boring. Vulcain had sought the expertise of talented watchmaking entrepreneur Guillaume Laidet to breathe new energy into the brand. Passionate about horology and endowed with an exceptional flair for what is desirable, he took a closer at the Vulcain models that had become collectors’ items and identified the watches that would revive the brand’s legacy and charm vintage timepiece enthusiasts. With his knack for ‘waking sleeping beauties,’ Laidet rekindled the fascination for these quirky watches with their unmistakable cricket chirp.

Bringing out the legendary Cricket in five new dial shades is like giving watchmaking history a rejuvenating boost. Our aim was to inject a dose of coolness into the collection with a new palette of bold and exciting colors. These limited editions are a playful way of celebrating the Cricket’s heritage with a dash of pizzazz, while remaining respectful of the iconic status of this Vulcain model,” explains Guillaume Laidet.

Vulcain chic, redefined

Sport casual or tailored suit, tweed or twill, on the boardwalk or in the boardroom, but always a Cricket on the wrist. Nestled under the cuff of a soft cashmere sleeve or a silk blouse, peeking out from a trench coat or playing off an elegant scarf – because the new Cricket models are gender agnostic. The variety of dials make them the perfect accessory for those with a penchant for classic style – ideal for a retro yet contemporary 70s look, these refreshing new Vulcain Cricket versions add a studied casualness to any outfit. Vulcain doesn’t miss the trend train, and this season, green is the color of honor: the pistachio Cricket celebrates the dance of green watches, perfectly in line with the trends set in 2021.

1947: the presidents’ watch

Since its 1858 inception, Vulcain, a family-owned enterprise, has been synonymous with intricate complications. Founded by the Ditisheim brothers, skilled horologists, the brand quickly garnered acclaim in the Neuchâtel mountains – the heart of Swiss watchmaking precision – with its award-winning minute repeaters, grande and petite sonneries, and perpetual calendars.

Vulcan (or Hephaestus in Greek mythology) is a god of Roman mythology. He is the deity of fire, volcanoes and blacksmiths. There's no question of calming the fire that drives the new departure of this age-old brand. On the contrary, tomorrow is being forged on the burning embers of a rich past.

The year 1947 marked a pivotal moment for Vulcain with the launch of the world's first alarm wristwatch featuring a striking mechanism: the Cricket. The sound would become a Vulcain signature. It was not just audible – it was powerful enough to reliably wake its wearer (to the sound of a very vigorous and determined cricket). A world first, the Vulcain Cricket soon became very fashionable, earning the moniker "The Presidents' Watch" as President Harry S. Truman and his successors—Eisenhower, Nixon, and Johnson—also found it quite useful.

Technical specifications

Vulcain Cricket 'President'

36mm - Limited edition of 50 pieces per dial colour

39mm - Limited edition of 100 pieces per dial colour

Case

• Material: Polished 316L steel case with circular satin-finished bezel and caseback
• Diameter: 36 mm and 39 mm
• Caseback: Screw-down caseback
• Crystal: Anti-reflective domed sapphire crystal
• Water-resistant to 5 ATM

Dial and hands

• Choice of dial colors: Black, Silver, Blue, Pistachio, Salmon.
• Applied numerals, hour-markers and dauphine-type hands

Movement

• Caliber Vulcain Cricket Manufacture V-10
• Mechanical hand-wound movement, alarm
• Diameter: 12 lignes
• Number of jewels: 25
• Number of parts: 165
• Double barrel, featuring the Exactomatic system
• Frequency: 18,000 vibrations/hour
• Power reserve of 42 hours
• Alarm duration: approx. 20 seconds
• Decorations: Nickel-plated treatment, blued screws, skeletonized ratchets

Functions/Indications

• Hours, minutes, center seconds, alarm

Strap and buckle

• Calfskin leather or alligator strap

MSRP

• 36mm CHF 3'800 / 3'800 €
• 39mm CHF 4'400 / 4'400 €

For more information, please visit vulcain.ch