The "Leuchtkeks",
is back again!
The "Leuchtkeks",
is back again!
The "Leuchtkeks",
is back again!
HS108
We are producing the HS108 on the occasion of Helmut Sinn's birthday, which would have been 108 years old today, September 3, 2024. The model is limited to 50 copies.
The Original
Watches with dials completely coated with luminous pigments played an important role in Helmut Sinn's active creative phase at Guinand. In addition to the three-hand models C6340 and Serie31 with the Chronosport brand logo on the dial, two chronographs with such dials were also produced according to his ideas. Among watch lovers, such models are referred to as "Leuchtkeks".
The yellowish-cream color of the dial in daylight comes from the embedded luminescent pigments of type C3, Mr. Sinn's preferred luminescent material for his watches. In the dark, the dials glow completely green and give these watches a unique appearance. The original chronograph models were so-called left-hand watches, i.e. models with pushers and crown on the left side of the case. Even today, Guinand is one of the very few manufacturers that produces left-hand chronographs.
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In the dark, the dials glow completely green and give these watches a unique appearance.
The Watch
In 2024, it is time to re-release a chronograph whose dial design exactly corresponds to the 20.50.05L model introduced more than two decades ago. In doing so, we take into account Helmut Sinn's idea of combining the best readability day and night and optimal wearing quality in a chronograph, using actuating elements on the side facing away from the back of the hand.
For watch enthusiasts who prefer a classic arrangement of the controls, we produce a corresponding version within the scope of the limitation so that you have the choice between the original left-hand version and a conventional arrangement of the controls.
We are producing this model on the occasion of Helmut Sinn's birthday, which would have been 108 years old today, September 3, 2024. The model is limited to 50 copies. Each copy bears the limitation number X of 50 on the solid base.
The Dial
Dial completely covered with C3 luminous material, black minute track and numbers for optimal contrast day and night. All hands painted black. Matt black inner rehaut with white minute track and printed minute numbers.
The Movement
Another special feature of this model is that a Valjoux 7750 works in the HS108, just like the vintage model 20.50.05L.
Guinand receives this movement from Switzerland, which is equipped with a Glucydur balance. At Guinand, each of these movements is once again adjusted in 5 positions, before the final inspection of the watch concludes with a multi-day running test.
The Housing
The protected pushers and a screwed crown with 3-way sealing system and side protection enable a reliable pressure resistance of 20 bar. The anthracite-black hard-material coated stainless-steel pilot's bezel can be rotated in minute increments in both directions, and thus enables short-term stops of up to 60 minutes without starting the chronograph.
Pushers, crown and back with FKM-R sealing system. For the dial side we have installed a slightly curved glass made of sapphire with an anti-reflective coating on the inside and for the watch back we use a massive, polished stainless steel back.
The Case Back
Like the original, the HS108 has a solid case back made of polished stainless steel. The base is engraved with a tribute to Helmut Sinn and the individual limited edition number "X of 50".
The housing technology
Protected pushers and a screwed crown with 3-way sealing system and side protection enable a reliable pressure resistance of 20 bar. FKM-R sealing system for crown, pusher and base. The Pilot's bezel made of stainless steel, anthracite-black hard-coated (DLC) and beared in the case on 3 encapsulated ball detent systems.
Size comparison
Based on the size values, it is not easy to decide whether the watch fits the wrist, or whether it is too big or too small. To make your decision easier, we have mounted the watch on three different wrist widths that correspond to the usual sizes.
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Please note that the wrists shown can only give you an approximate impression of the watch on your wrist, as the shape of the wrist is different for everyone, even if they have the same circumference.
The Strap
Vintage Lume
We have a black vintage leather strap with quick-change spring bars made in Germany especially for this watch. A special feature is the natural white stitching made from thread that glows green in the dark. Black cowhide leather, available with pin or folding clasp.
Warranty Statement
09.06.2023
In addition to the statutory warranty, we - Guinand GmbH, Hausener Weg 61, 60489 Frankfurt am Main - give a manufacturer's warranty for the watch
on material and manufacturing defects.
The guarantee period is 2 years.
The warranty period shall begin on the invoice date stated on the Guinand GmbH invoice.
The territorial scope of the guarantee includes the Federal Republic of Germany and the member states of the European Union.
The guarantee only applies for consumers within the meaning of § 13 BGB, not to entrepreneurs within the meaning of § 14 BGB. According to Section 13 of the German Civil Code, a consumer is any natural person who enters into a legal transaction for purposes that are predominantly neither commercial nor self-employed.
If a guarantee case arises, we will repair the watch for you at no additional cost or exchange the watch for an item of equal value free of charge (this can also be a successor model if the watch complained about is no longer available).
Warranty claims are excluded for damage caused by:
- Improper use
- Repairs or attempted repairs not carried out by Guinand GmbH.
- Signs of wear
- Use of force (blows, bumps, impact)
- Bracelets are excluded from the guarantee
- Also excluded is the loss of water resistance of your water-resistant watch if the instructions in the operating instructions are not observed or if there are leaks caused by impact/hit on the crown, pusher or other components of the case and after 24 months from the date of the invoice issued by Guinand GmbH
After you become aware of the possible warranty claim, inform us
Guinand GmbH
60489 Frankfurt
Hausener Weg 61
Germany
immediately so that consequential damage can be avoided. To make a claim under the guarantee, we need the watch and the invoice from Guinand GmbH with a detailed description of the damage.
In the event of a warranty claim, we bear the costs of sending and returning the watch, as well as the transport risk, provided that the transport is carried out by the transport company specified by us and the watch has been securely packed.
Please contact us by phone +49 (0)69 / 780099 or email kundendienst@guinand-uhren.de before sending. Otherwise you as the customer bear the costs of the shipment and the transport risk.
Any costs incurred for customs duties, import duties and other fees incurred when returning the watch to the recipient country are to be borne by the recipient.
We give you this guarantee in addition to your existing statutory rights in the event of defects. These are not restricted by the guarantee and their use is free of charge.
Technical details
Movement
- Calibre VJ7750
- Self-winding mechanical movement
- Chronograph function integrated into the movement
- 25 jewels
- 28.800 vibrations per hour; 4 Hz.
- Stone lever escapement
- Stop-second
- Glucydur Balance Wheel
- Shock resistant as per DIN 8308
- Anti-magnetic as per DIN 8309/ISO 764
- Movement diameter 13 1/4"" (30,4 mm)
- Incabloc shock protection
- Unidirectional self-winding mechanism with ball bearing, weight segment made of heavy metal
- Power reserve approx. 48 hours
Functions
- Hours, minutes
- Chronograph with 30 min- and 12 hours counters and central second hand
- Date display
- Day of the week display
Case
- Stainless steel, satinized
- Sapphire crystal glass, domed, anti-reflective on the interior
- Screwed solid case back
- Hard-coated stainless steel pilot's bezel, rotatable in minute steps in both directions
- Screwed crown with 3-way sealing system and flank protection
- Sealing system FKM-R for pushers and crown
- Protected pushers
- Pressure resistant up to 20 bar
Dimensions and Weight
- Case diameter: 40.7 mm / 1.6 inch
- Case thickness: 15.7 mm / 0.62 inch
- Band lug width: 20 mm / 0.79 inch
- Lug-to-lug distance: 48.7 mm / 1.92 inch
- Distance between the spring bars: 45.7 mm / 1.8 inch
- Weight without strap: 92 grams