A Gem of a Watch From Hermès: H08

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  • Опубліковано 2 гру 2024

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  • @dska2294
    @dska2294 Рік тому +4

    I like it so much just bought one. Orange strap. Trying to get some of their other straps to change up the look.
    This brand cares about executing on the style end, creating their own design language. All the details are subtle and elegant. It sits snug on the wrist.
    I am hoping the titanium bezel will accumulate less scratch’s than the Santos. The H08 plus straps was less than the Santos plus straps = far less common.
    Go ahead and visit your Hermes boutique today. They have the top end sales experience, but if you are watching this video, they will appreciate your expertise on the watch. Selling high end watches a new and welcome thing for them.
    All the best!

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому +1

      Hey D! I need a new Hermès tie too! Take care, Bill

    • @matttheoneonly6617
      @matttheoneonly6617 11 місяців тому +1

      Hey did you end up finding somewhere to buy extra straps? I'm trying to find an orange one and an extra bracelet link

    • @MARKO2465
      @MARKO2465 3 місяці тому

      @@matttheoneonly6617 just purchased this on black textile strap but I want orange rubber. Hermes is not helpful or responsive about this at all

  • @blueshirtbuddah1665
    @blueshirtbuddah1665 3 роки тому +3

    I really like the look of these watches especially the first one you showed on the fabric strap. Thanks Bill.

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому +1

      Hey Bruce, how'd the Punters go yesterday? The grandkids were here, and we haven't seen them in months; so I missed the Punters. The nice thing about the Punters is the variety of viewpoints that the regulars and guests add. Take care and be safe, Bill 😷

    • @blueshirtbuddah1665
      @blueshirtbuddah1665 3 роки тому +1

      It was great Bill. We reviewed Carlos’s collection. We are looking forward to having you on May 16th. Please join the panel on May 2nd as we review Rick Remikers super collection.

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому +1

      @@blueshirtbuddah1665 Will definitely try to make it.

  • @aaronming8466
    @aaronming8466 Рік тому +2

    I just ordered one at the Hermes boutique in singapore. Paid 50% deposit, 1year waitlist to delivery. Ordered the base silver on silver titanium model, which seems to be the rarest of the bunch. ( I am not into DLC two tone or colourful models) Managed to try on a piece at the boutique and fell in love. It has a uniquely interesting dial, numerals and hands. Surprisingly at 39mm it wears larger than my 42mm 3861 speedy and Patek aquanaut 5167.

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому

      Thanks for that info Aaron. 39mm doesn't seem like it would be that large, but I guess it is. Take care, Bill

  • @whiterangerrr
    @whiterangerrr 3 роки тому +2

    This watch quickly jumped to the top of my ‘want’ list. Love this thing. Thank you for your insight!

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому +1

      Hey Phillip, it jumped up to several list tops! It's a cool watch, well made and fairly priced. Take care, Bill

  • @andresfg6788
    @andresfg6788 3 роки тому +1

    Stunning piece, and movement from one of my favorite manufactures 👏🏻

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому

      Thanks Andres! Take care and be safe, Bill 😷

  • @octaviomoreno2018
    @octaviomoreno2018 Рік тому

    Your video was very insightful for me. Now I know I definitely should add this gem to my collection, specially because if the decent inhouse movement and obviously for its astonishing and gorgeous design.

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому

      Thinking of getting a Hermès H08 Octavio? Take care, Bill

    • @octaviomoreno2018
      @octaviomoreno2018 Рік тому +1

      Will try it first as I heard your comment loud and clear. “it won’t fit a lot of wrists”. For how much you sell the satin brushed titanium that comes with the titanium bracelet?

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому

      @@octaviomoreno2018 Lots of them on the used market-get the best deal you can.

  • @VmanStudioz
    @VmanStudioz 3 роки тому +3

    I just tried this watch on; all of my instincts were spot on. I’m getting really good. I was then dumbfounded you did a review on this watch and thought the same things I did. I have to seriously contemplate grabbing this piece. I mean, are you kidding me! For $5700, you can do far, far worse!!

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому

      Great minds and all that MrValjoux.😉 Take care, Bill

    • @IdeaMusicKen
      @IdeaMusicKen 2 роки тому

      I bought one yesterday. Really nice everyday watch. I can wear my Rolex on occasions

  • @rio3524
    @rio3524 3 роки тому +1

    Another great video would've never otherwise considered acquiring a watch from Hermes. I wanted to suggest a watch that you may have not seen before, it's called the A. Lange & Söhne Richard Lange Perpetual Calendar "Terraluna". It's got a beautiful dial but the party trick is an ingenious corporation of moon phases in the case back.

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому +2

      Hi Rio, I still like A. Lange & Söhne watches, but my adore for the brand has diminished somewhat after the Richemont purchase. They seemed to have lost their edge in some of the more exciting and interesting features with a renewed focus on marketing and sale. The Terraluna is a beautiful watch, but I'd choose an H. Moser Perpetual over the AL&S. This is more my speed: www.alange-soehne.com/en/timepieces/1815-thin-honeygold-homage-to-fa-lange-239050 Take care and be safe, Bill😷

  • @andresfg6788
    @andresfg6788 2 роки тому +1

    Hey Bill. What are your thoughts on the Carre H watch from Hermes? Similar to this but the watch is even more squared. Designed by a famous french Arquitect. Same movement as this H08. Cheers

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  2 роки тому +1

      Hi Andres. The Carré H re-introduced with the H1912 movement looks to be a nice watch. The movement by Vaucher Manufacture Fleurier may or may not be one of the VMF models like the H1950 is the Vaucher VMF 5401( H,M,S6H). The French designer Marc Berthier is the one you're referring to I believe. Take care, Bill

  • @jameshoward9700
    @jameshoward9700 3 роки тому +2

    As with the Slim d'... a super watch. I'd say the most creative and original from this year's underwhelming W&W? Obviously no Platine VC chrono or JLC reverso Hybris, but some very sophisticated design here. And a great movement. At a fair price. Hermes deserve some real success here. I very much like the strategy and concept too: a watch that is sporty, smart, understated, cool, versatile. Who'd have though?! I think it also shows up the big manufacturers who so often 'dial it in' (new size here, new colour there, unmatched date wheels etc...). Hermes have a great history in watch design (very early C20th) and manufacture (1978) and are committed to watch making (Vaucher). Importantly they remain an independent company, having seen off a recent takeover attempt from LVMH. This gives them great creative freedom - lets hope we get more from them.

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому

      Right now James, I just hope their factory can produce more H08s because they're sold out of all but the version with the metal bracelet. Take care and be safe, Bill😷

  • @cedshred1676
    @cedshred1676 3 роки тому +1

    Somehow this watch really speaks to me, so I very much appreciate your video. As you mentioned, the fonts are cool and interesting. I also like the seconds hand design and the quasi sector dial. Having a Vaucher movement is another plus. I don’t own a single item of any kind from a luxury goods maison, so the fact that it’s an Hermes is if anything a slight negative, but I’m trying not to hold that against the watch. If I ever end up getting one, I’ll report back. Btw, WatchAdvisor did a three part series on the manufacturing details of another Hermes watch and wow, they are really made from scratch.

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Ced, there are certain 'luxury' good brand like Louis Vuitton, Chanel and Hermès that watch collectors distrust. However, it looks like the H08 sold out except for the metal band model; so, it looks like they hit the sweet spot. Take care and be safe, Bill😷

    • @cedshred1676
      @cedshred1676 3 роки тому

      @@watchartsci Sold out? 😑 At least my wallet is happier.

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому

      @@cedshred1676 ...well, I think there are a few models with the metal bracelet available ... time to have a heart-to-heart with your wallet..😉

  • @hsintaichang4748
    @hsintaichang4748 3 роки тому +1

    Great video,thank you. what H08 attracted me is the weight, its light 79 g for the graphene case model. And I actually ordered one .
    But you talked about the this movement , do you think it's can handle if I wear it to golf course sometimes ?
    Stay safe and thank you .

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому

      Hi Hsin. I wouldn't wear it until the 19th Hole. Why shock it with every swing? Take care, Bill

    • @hsintaichang4748
      @hsintaichang4748 3 роки тому

      Yes why risk it , just the light weight is really tempting. Thank you

  • @cedarcanoe
    @cedarcanoe 3 роки тому +2

    Looks like a mix of a JLC alarm dial with a Bell& Ross watch to me.

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому

      Hmmmmm, Erik. Take care and be safe, Bill😷

  • @ahmedsayer3623
    @ahmedsayer3623 2 роки тому

    i got it few days ago.. brand new in an auction...incredible price.. as nobody knew the watch🥰

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  2 роки тому

      Ahmed, you got the Hermès H08? Let us know, Bill

  • @AbdulRWatches
    @AbdulRWatches 3 роки тому +8

    I think Hermes is taking the Cartier and Bulgari route, in making great horological watches that attract people outside of the hobby.
    Thanks Bill 😁👍👍

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому +3

      It's hard to tell where Cartier is anymore, and Bvlgari squandered its association with Daniel Roth and Gerald Genta-a wiser association would have resulted in some DR movements for Bvlgari and more GG designs; but your are right, Cartier is getting movements from ValFleurier (rather than ETA or Sellita .... more recently the latter) but Carole Forestier- Kasapi's influence seems to have waned ... Cartier going for a SolarBeat photovoltaic movement (sounds like a quartz regulator on the other end.) In a recent NY Times article, two Cartier watch sellers pointed out (and probably rightly so) that Cartier customers really don't care about the movement; their focus is on design. Further, Cartier is re-issuing the 'Tank Must,' -to my mind and others who know the history of the 'Must de Cartier' those watches were cheap versions of some of the Cartier classics ... most notably the Tank. With Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels in the Richemont stable, they represent the top luxury jewelry companies of all of Richemont's holdings. My hope is that VC&A remains their elite jewelry-watch arm with movements by Agenhor and Christiaan Van Der Klaauw, while Cartier sticks with ValFleurier .... because I don't think Forestier-Kasapi is still at Cartier ... or at least exerting any influence in horology for them. Take care and be safe, Bill 😷

  • @koolpep
    @koolpep 3 роки тому +3

    Oh man Bill. I saw this watch being launched and thought: „Wow, what a beautiful watch!“ it ticks all the boxes, excellent Vaucher movement, great, intricate design, not a copy of anything. And then....why is nobody featuring it? 😀

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому +3

      WatchArtSci looks for interesting watches and watchmakers ... not a herd-follower, you know that Ralf. 😉 Take care and be safe, Bill😷

  • @stevefox8605
    @stevefox8605 3 роки тому +3

    Handsome watch. Thank you for the video, appreciate your effort. 👍🏻👍🏻

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому +1

      My pleasure Steve, glad you liked it. Take care and be safe, Bill😷

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому +1

      Ralf, you know how WatchArtSci doesn't follow the herd... a cool watch is a cool watch; doesn't matter who's covering it. Take care and be safe, Bill😷

  • @andresfg6788
    @andresfg6788 2 роки тому +1

    Thinking about this one again lately.. :)

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  2 роки тому

      A very smart move by Hermès ... a guy's watch with a top movement. Take care, bill

  • @southnc63
    @southnc63 3 роки тому +1

    Not a fan of the date at 4.30 - should be 3.00 or, even better, 6.00. Whilst interesting, for that price I'd rather go with a Grand Seiko or for even less a Nomos sport watch. Well presented video, Bill, as always.

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому +4

      It's really funny South, if they put the date window at 3, 6 or 9, the matching fonts in the date and dial would be confusing. I always liked 4:30 for the date ... nothing ever happens at 4:30. Take care and be safe, Bill 😷

  • @Mark..P
    @Mark..P 3 роки тому +2

    I like it, especially on the orange rubber band. Loving the 6 minute reviews 👏👍

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому +1

      Hey Mark, we're all busy and a little 5 minute break is what we can afford sometimes. More of an introduction than an in-depth analysis, but you guys are bright and can follow up for a deeper dive. Take care and be safe, Bill 😷

    • @Mark..P
      @Mark..P 3 роки тому +1

      @@watchartsci It works Bill 👏👍🙏

  • @firefighterps2
    @firefighterps2 3 роки тому +2

    I really like it with the orange band Bill.
    Ps. Not to correct your creative French, but I believe it's pronounced more like Hermeeze.
    I'll see myself out.....

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому

      😅My French is not as bad as it used to be ... but not much better either Phil. The orange band is cool, and I like the versatility of what can be done with different straps. Take care and be safe, Bill 😷

    • @jameshoward9700
      @jameshoward9700 3 роки тому +2

      Zut alors! More like "Air -mez"! Certainly no 'H'!

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому

      @@jameshoward9700 I like 'air-me' ... that's what I usually use ... I just say 'H'... of 'Js' in Spanish...

    • @firefighterps2
      @firefighterps2 3 роки тому

      @@jameshoward9700 my French teacher was 26 and wore mini skirts. I'm sticking to her teachings. 😂

    • @jameshoward9700
      @jameshoward9700 3 роки тому

      @@firefighterps2 I've always found that sort of teacher inspirational! LOL

  • @gregcapella5941
    @gregcapella5941 3 роки тому +2

    Hello from Las Vegas

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому

      Hi Greg! What's the best location to start looking for watches in Las Vegas? They have some of the best watch-shopping in the U.S., I'm told! My old flying partner retired to Las Vegas; we used to fly from San Diego to Bull Head City, Az, take the water taxi across the river to Laughlin ... and lose our money there! (Both pilots and watch collectors know how to go broke!) Take care and be safe, Bill😷

  • @Javi_C
    @Javi_C 3 роки тому +2

    Hermes may be a fashion brand, but you have to hand it to them, great movements!

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому

      Javi ... they've owned 25% of Vaucher Manufacture Fleurier since 2006; so I don't think their watches are 'Fashion Watches' any more. Vaucher Manufacture Fleurier😷

    • @Javi_C
      @Javi_C 3 роки тому +1

      @@watchartsci oh no, not the watches. I wanted to make the point that their watches are superb! By fashion I meant most people recognize the brand for their handbags, etc.

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому +1

      @@Javi_C Better to lure your wife into a Hermès store ... "Let's go look at some scarfs and handbags my dear....." 😇

    • @Javi_C
      @Javi_C 3 роки тому +1

      @@watchartsci 😂 Perfectly said!!

  • @PC-iv5so
    @PC-iv5so 2 роки тому +1

    Nice watch.. the official Hermes YT vid is a bit of a nightmare.. There's a lot of visible dust in the assembly scenes.. At one point you can clearly see a dust/hair being dropped behind the rubber top ring when installed. I also am confused why Hermes is hard pressed to say everything is "made In-House".. I get Hermes bought 25% of Vaucher... for "Hermes house movements"... sly way of putting it...in my opinion. I have difficulty calling anything in-house, when it come from a previous modified/renamed Parmigiani Fleurier movement..

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  2 роки тому

      PC, I think we were led astray by equating "in-house" with "quality." I'd rather have an Agenhor movement in a watch more than just about any other, even though it would not be "in-house." They are hand-made and very high quality...and expensive! VMF (Vaucher Manufacture Fleurier) make the watches for Parmigiani Fleurier and a host of other brands, but they too are made to very high standards and I'd stand them against anything coming out of most other watch companies... advertised as 'in-house.' I would agree that even though Hermès owns 25% of VMF, it's disingenuous to call them "in-house" ... why not indicate that they use a VMF movements? They're not Parmigiani nor Hermès- VMF is owned by the Sandoz Family Foundation. Our only hope is to know exactly what we're getting is to learn as much as we can about the watch and its movement-not just whether it's "in-house" or not. Take care, Bill

  • @obud3777
    @obud3777 3 роки тому +1

    Really nice watch, it’s a pity that it’s all ready sold out! 🙁

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому

      O Bud, the metal bracelet version is still available. Before, I did the video, all of them were available. Next time I'll start a 'whispering' campaign for subscribers so we'll get first dibs. Take care and be safe, Bill😷

    • @obud3777
      @obud3777 3 роки тому +1

      @@watchartsci I got lucky, i just got one from a friend for retail price, who bought 4 pieces! 🥳👍👌👋

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому +1

      @@obud3777 Wow! I guess that watch hit the jackpot! I wonder how long it's going to take Hermès the make some more! Congrats on getting one!

    • @obud3777
      @obud3777 3 роки тому +1

      @@watchartsci Thanks Bill, i think it's up to Vaucher to speed up the production.

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому

      @@obud3777 There's that too...

  • @adolfot.8763
    @adolfot.8763 3 роки тому +2

    Hola buenos días, excelente reloj un poco caro, pero una increíble pieza, saludos desde Chile.

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому +1

      ¿Cómo estás, Adolfo? Espere un poco y el precio bajará un poco. Los coleccionistas de relojes inteligentes hacen amigos con paciencia. Tenga cuidado y esté seguro, Bill😷

  • @h111551
    @h111551 3 роки тому +1

    Hermès is transitioning from a catalogue with a lot of quartz into some very credible references. I have seen some of these references in person and they do look great,

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому

      Indeed they are Howard, beginning in 2006, when Hermès invested $26 million, to acquire a 25 percent stake in Vaucher Manufacture Fleurier. Also, Hermès has partnered with Agenhor as well for specialized modules for watches such as the Le Temps Suspendu using the AGH 4111.... which by the way would be a cool watch for you. Take care and be safe, Bill 😷

  • @tofu3802
    @tofu3802 3 роки тому +1

    Nice and very different, watches, nice fonts!
    have changed my email, kind regards Break Time, stay safe

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому

      I like the fonts too, To Fu. Cool watch. Take care and be safe, Bill 😷

  • @apathyboy5306
    @apathyboy5306 3 роки тому +2

    Everyone is doing in-house movements these days! Kinda sucks when it comes to servicing time... my local guy can't do half the watches these days

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому

      Don't worry about servicing so much, ApBoy. If a watchmaker is smart, they'll expand their range beyond ETA. Isn't being a 'watchmaker' supposed to be more skillful than a single brand? Besides, for the really high-end watches, you'd want to send them to the manufacturer, anyway. Mechanical watches have barrels, gear trains, escapements, and balances. Not rocket science when there's differences. Also, a watchmaker could probably take a course from Vaucher to support a wide range of watches. Take care and be safe, Bill 😷

  • @koolpep
    @koolpep 3 роки тому +1

    Like the new Chanel mystery watches....strangely underreported....

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому +1

      Ralf, not familiar with the Chanel 'mystery watches.' However, I would love to have a Monsieur de Chanel watch in beige gold ... beautiful watch and horology. Take care and be safe, Bill😷

  • @francisokwesa4854
    @francisokwesa4854 3 роки тому +1

    Certainly different

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  3 роки тому

      Unique Francis ... but it's just a square case. What do you think? Take care and be safe, Bill 😷