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French, precise, and just a little under the radar — Michel Herbelin is what happens when Swiss mechanics meet Parisian style.
You won’t see these watches on every wrist. And that’s part of the charm. They’re clean, well-built, and refreshingly refined — with just enough flair to
keep things interesting. It’s quiet confidence… with a French accent.
Michel Herbelin launched his namesake brand in 1947 in the small town of Charquemont, France — just a stone’s throw from the Swiss border. That
proximity mattered. While the designs had French elegance, the guts of the watches came from Switzerland — a best-of-both-worlds formula
that stuck.
For decades, Herbelin focused on classic dress watches, marine-inspired designs, and everyday wearables with quality finishing and a distinctly
European sensibility.
They never tried to be the loudest in the room. But if you looked closely? You’d notice the details.
Michel Herbelin has long been a favorite of collectors who value design and discretion over brand-name hype.
A few highlights:
These are watches that look just as good with a tailored blazer as they do with a linen shirt and no socks. It’s that Riviera energy — casual, confident,
and curated.
Because in a market where everyone’s yelling “tool watch” or “investment piece,” Herbelin stays in its lane — building elegant, wearable timepieces that
don’t scream for attention but always feel considered.
The finishing is sharp. The designs are balanced. And you’re often getting Swiss movement, sapphire crystal, and tasteful casework for a fraction
of what similar watches from flashier brands cost.
They’re watches for people with style. Not just people chasing resale value.
The Newport Heritage and Newport Slim lines have kept the brand current — offering automatic options with open-heart dials, modern case sizing,
and a range of strap combos.
They’ve also leaned into sustainability lately, offering Eco-drive quartz options and recyclable packaging — a nice touch for those who want to look
good and feel good.
But the core DNA stays the same: sleek, seaworthy design and clean French aesthetics with Swiss bones.
I’ll be honest — Michel Herbelin isn’t a brand I see every day at Delray, but when they come through? They impress.
There’s something refreshing about a watch that isn’t trying to copy the usual suspects. These feel original, mature, and wearable in a way most
modern watches forget to be.
If you like your watches a little more Riviera and a little less Red Bull… Herbelin might be your move.
Delray Watch is always on the lookout for unique Michel Herbelin watches — especially Newport and Newport Heritage models.
If you have a Michel Herbelin you’re ready to sell or trade – reach out. We’re always buying.
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