Today we announce the addition of the prestigious watch brand Herbelin to the Iguana catalog. With a rich heritage of over 70 years, Herbelin is synonymous with elegance, precision, and high-quality French craftsmanship.

Herbelin: French Watches for Men and Women

Its history begins in 1947 in Charquemont, with Michel Herbelin dreaming of precision and diving into the world of watchmaking, creating his first watches at the age of 26.

DESIGN AND CRAFTSMANSHIP

Herbelin is known for its sophisticated and timeless designs that are perfect for any occasion. The watches from this brand stand out for their elegant lines and high-quality materials, from polished stainless steel to genuine leather straps. Each piece is meticulously assembled to ensure maximum durability and precision.

FEATURED COLLECTIONS

Among Herbelin's most iconic collections, you will find:

Newport

Inspired by the nautical world, the Newport line was created in 1988 and has become a flagship collection of Herbelin. This collection has evolved from traditional nautical models to avant-garde watches with a spirit of adventure. Inspired by the America's Cup and the race to Newport, Rhode Island, Newport offers a variety of quartz and automatic watches, including Newport Originals models based on the early designs and Newport Classics, known for details like Roman numerals and mother-of-pearl dials. Newport watches are equipped with Swiss Ronda quartz movements, available in chronographs and leather, rubber, or metal bracelets, offering options for every taste.

Herbelin Newport Heritage

The latest Newport design features a fresh and contemporary look, equipped with Swiss Sellita automatic movements. These watches are water-resistant up to 10 bars (100 m), and the range includes the elegant Newport Heritage, based on a design from the 1970s. For women, there is also a range of chic automatic watches that maintain the same water resistance, ensuring durability and style. Newport continues to reinvent itself every day, attracting a loyal and sophisticated audience with its blend of functionality and nautical aesthetics.

Cap Camarat

The Cap Camarat collection combines the charm of the French Riviera with the functionality of a sports watch. Its look is nautical yet discreet, elegant without being ostentatious, making Cap Camarat an ideal watch for daily wear: stylish and durable. It stands out with its sculpted stainless steel case and a bezel adorned with six decorative screws. Available as a quartz watch for both men and women, Cap Camarat is water-resistant up to 10 bars (100 m). In addition, for men, automatic and quartz chronograph versions are also offered.

Herbelin Cap Camarat Square y Herbelin Cap Camarat Acero

Regarding finishes, the stainless steel versions combine polished and brushed details. There are also a couple of watches with solid gold elements. The Cap Camarat collection stands out for its continuous evolution and timeless appeal.

Inspiration

The Inspiration collection has its roots in the brand's legacy, presenting well-designed watches with a story to tell. The Inspiration 1947 Mechanical model stands out for its retro look, based on a design by Michel Herbelin from the 1950s. This manual-winding watch features refined details such as faceted hour markers, curved lines on the case, and a fluted crown with a blue cabochon, enhancing its vintage appearance. For those who prefer an automatic watch, the collection also offers automatic models with dials in colors like brown, blue, green, and silver.

Herbelin Inspiration

In addition, the collection includes two quartz watches: the Moonphase and the Big Date. The Moonphase is available in stainless steel and rose gold plated options, with blue or light brown leather straps, and some variants with a Milanese bracelet. This model combines applied indexes and printed typography to create an interesting dial. On the other hand, the Big Date features a subsidiary second hand and the date in two windows at 12 o'clock.