VULCAIN Cricket Tradition 39 mm - Eggshell

The return of an icon

With a polished 316L stainless steel case and a diameter of 39 millimeters, the new Vulcain Cricket presents itself as a timeless homage to the historic watch that made watch history in 1947. The combination of a slightly domed sapphire crystal, an "eggshell" colored dial surface, and polished gold-colored indices on a subtly curved dial creates a subtle yet elegant look. The silver-colored Dauphine hands are finely polished and emphasize the classic appearance.

Technical finesse in compact form

The 12.8 mm high case is optionally offered with a closed steel back or a sapphire crystal back, which allows a view of the elaborately decorated manufacture movement. The water resistance is 5 ATM, making the watch ideal for everyday use but not for diving. A stainless steel pin buckle and a strap connection width of 18 mm (tapered to 16 mm) ensure comfortable wear.

Watchmaking art at the highest level

Inside beats the hand-wound caliber Cricket V10 H0, which is entirely manufactured in the Vulcain workshop. This mechanical movement features two mainsprings, 25 jewels, and consists of a total of 165 components. With a frequency of 18,000 half oscillations per hour, it offers a power reserve of around 52 hours. The integrated alarm mechanism – the famous "Cricket" – sounds for about 20 seconds and is loud enough to reliably wake the wearer. Visually, the movement impresses with its nickel-coated finishing, blued screws, and skeletonized click wheels.

The birth of a legend

The story of Vulcain begins in 1858 amidst the Neuchâtel Mountains, the heart of Swiss watchmaking. The Ditisheim brothers, experienced watchmakers, founded a family business that quickly made a name for itself with particularly complicated timepieces such as minute repeaters, perpetual calendars, and striking mechanisms. The combination of craftsmanship and technical innovation made Vulcain an established name in watchmaking early on.

Fire as a symbol of drive

Named after the Roman god of fire, Vulcan, the brand symbolically stands for the creative glow and passion with which its timepieces are made. Just as the divine smith once united anvil and steel in his volcano, Vulcain continuously shapes new chapters on the foundation of its history – always driven by a fire that never goes out.

1947 – The wake-up call in watch history

With the introduction of the first wristwatch with an integrated alarm mechanism, Vulcain revolutionized the market in 1947. The Cricket was not only innovative, it was loud – so loud that it reliably woke its wearer from sleep. This unmistakable sound became the brand's trademark. The watch became the preferred companion of numerous US presidents such as Truman, Eisenhower, Nixon, and Johnson and soon earned the nickname “The President’s Watch.”

Stylish through all times

Whether sporty-casual or elegant in business attire – the modern Cricket suits every style. It slips elegantly under a cashmere sweater or blouse sleeve, peeks out from under the trench coat, or harmonizes with a fine silk scarf. Its design is deliberately gender-neutral, making it a versatile accessory for every occasion. With variants like the pistachio green edition, which aligns with current trends, Vulcain shows fashionable sensitivity without compromising on watchmaking craftsmanship.

Tradition anchored in the future

Today, the Vulcain manufacture is located in a historic estate in Le Locle – in the heart of the Swiss watch industry. For more than 150 years, the company has been producing mechanical watches at the highest level while always remaining true to its roots. The combination of technical perfection and the heritage of a traditional house makes Vulcain a fixed part of international haute horlogerie – a brand that unites past, present, and future in every watch.

Specifications

• Case
• Material: Polished 316L stainless steel
• Diameter: 39 mm
• Height: 12.8 mm
• Shape: Round
• Case back: Screwed, optionally made of steel or with sapphire crystal
• Glass: Domed sapphire crystal (anti-reflective)
• Water resistance: 5 ATM
• Crown: Screw-down
• Dial & hands
• Dial color: Eggshell, semi-matte
• Print: White
• Indexes: Polished, Gold-colored
• Hands: Dauphine style, polished
• Strap & clasp
• Lug width: 18 mm (tapered to 16 mm)
• Clasp: Steel pin buckle
• Movement
• Caliber
• Designation: Vulcain Cricket V10 H0 (manufacture caliber)
• Type: Mechanical, hand-wound
• Size: 12 lignes
• Components: 165
• Jewels: 25
• Mainspring barrel: Double barrel
• Power reserve: Approx. 52 hours
• Frequency: 18,000 half oscillations/hour
• Escapement: 48° lift angle
• Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds, alarm function (alarm approx. 20 sec.)
• Finishing: Nickel plating, blued screws, skeletonized ratchet wheels
• Special feature: Exactomatic system