Favre Leuba has introduced two new versions of its Harpoon Revival watch, a modern take on a 1966 classic. The new additions feature black and dark blue dials, joining the existing grey dial model. The Harpoon Revival is a compact and elegant watch, measuring 36.8mm in diameter and 10mm in thickness, with a 43.5mm lug-to-lug length. The watch's design is inspired by the original 1966 model, with a focus on subtlety and sophistication.
The Harpoon Revival features a stainless steel case with a sapphire crystal, providing excellent scratch resistance. The watch has a 50-meter water resistance, making it suitable for everyday wear, but not for water sports. The watch comes on a leather strap with a signed Favre Leuba steel buckle and features a quick-change system for easy strap swapping. The watch's case back is engraved with the Favre Leuba logo, a stylized hourglass emblem.
The new black and dark blue dials feature a sun-finish, adding depth and visual interest. The dials have applied indexes at 12, 6, and 9 o'clock, with a date window at 3 o'clock. The hour and minute hands are rhodium-plated and coated with Super-LumiNova, ensuring readability in low light conditions. The dial design is faithful to the original 1966 model, with a focus on simplicity and elegance.
The Harpoon Revival is powered by the La Joux-Perret G100 automatic movement, a modern alternative to more common calibers like the ETA 2824 or Sellita SW200. The movement operates at 28,800 vibrations per hour and has a 68-hour power reserve. The movement is decorated with 26 jewels and provides hours, minutes, seconds, and date functions. Favre Leuba's choice of movement reflects its commitment to combining historical design with modern mechanics.
The new Favre Leuba Harpoon Revival models are part of the brand's permanent collection and are available through official channels. The price for both new models is 1,800 CHF, the same as the previously released grey dial model. With these additions, Favre Leuba continues its exploration of its historical archives, offering a contemporary interpretation of a 1960s classic.
The Harpoon Revival's design and mechanics reflect Favre Leuba's focus on creating watches that are both historically inspired and mechanically sophisticated. The watch's compact size and elegant design make it suitable for formal or business-casual wear. The Harpoon Revival's use of modern materials and mechanics ensures that it is a reliable and accurate timepiece.
Favre Leuba's decision to revive the Harpoon model is part of a larger trend in the watch industry, with many brands exploring their historical archives for inspiration. The Harpoon Revival is a testament to Favre Leuba's commitment to preserving its heritage while pushing the boundaries of modern watchmaking. The brand's focus on quality, design, and mechanics has earned it a loyal following among watch enthusiasts.
Key points
- Favre Leuba introduces two new versions of its Harpoon Revival watch, featuring black and dark blue dials.
- The Harpoon Revival is powered by the La Joux-Perret G100 automatic movement, offering a 68-hour power reserve.
- The watch is priced at 1,800 CHF and is part of Favre Leuba's permanent collection.
