HUIT BLANC
Pros & cons
What works
- Weighs 32 grams — 12 grams lighter than a comparable steel-cased dress watch
- SISTEM51 movement with a 90-hour power reserve — wind it on Friday, it's still running Monday
- 8.4mm slim profile — slides under any shirt cuff without bulk
Trade-offs
- Integrated strap system — limits aftermarket strap swaps to ChromaTempo's proprietary collection only
- 2 bar water resistance (20 meters) — suitable for handwashing only, not for swimming or showering
- Hand-wound movement — requires a 30-second winding ritual every 3-4 days, not a set-and-forget automatic
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Specs at a glance
About this product
The HUIT BLANC is a 40mm collaborative timepiece that translates the philosophy of "white as a color" into a definitive minimalist statement on the wrist. It's a masterclass in restraint from ChromaTempo, built around Swatch's revolutionary BIOCERAMIC and SISTEM51 movement. This isn't background noise; it's foreground intention, designed for those who believe subtraction is the ultimate form of addition.
What is the HUIT BLANC used for?
The HUIT BLANC is used for redefining your personal canvas by providing an intentionally neutral focal point for your entire look. It serves as the perfect foundation for color play, allowing your outfit, mood, or even your other accessories like our fiery OTTO ROSSO to become the headline. Think of it as the sartorial equivalent of a deep breath—a 40mm-wide reset button for your visual identity.
How does the HUIT BLANC compare to the GREEN EIGHT?
The HUIT BLANC prioritizes foundational versatility, while the GREEN EIGHT is a direct, verdant declaration. The key difference is intention: The HUIT BLANC’s white BIOCERAMIC case is a deliberate launchpad for your creativity, making it measurably better for building complex, layered outfits. In contrast, the GREEN EIGHT’s saturated hue does the talking for you, making it the superior choice for an immediate, singular pop of personality.
What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?
The HUIT BLANC weighs a featherlight 32 grams on its proprietary silicone strap, with a case diameter of exactly 40 mm and a slim profile of 8.4 mm. This specific 40mm width sits perfectly balanced on most wrists, avoiding the bulky statement of a 44mm diver or the delicate whisper of a 34mm dress watch. The 8.4mm thickness is the secret to its comfort, allowing it to slide effortlessly under a shirt cuff for a full 8-hour workday without a single snag.
Who is this NOT for?
This watch is decidedly not for the color-shy individual who craves anonymity. If you want your timepiece to blend into the background or simply tell time without comment, look elsewhere. The HUIT BLANC’s stark white BIOCERAMIC demands to be seen and used as an active component of your style, a philosophy we explore in depth in our guide, The ChromaTempo Method. It’s for editors, not bystanders.
What's in the box?
In the box, you receive the HUIT BLANC watch, its integrated white silicone strap, and a surprisingly substantial warranty booklet and care guide. Notably, you get the watch ready to wear, with the strap pre-sized to a standard 7-inch wrist—saving you the 3-minute fiddling session most watches require. It’s a thoughtful touch that underscores the product’s 'ready-for-action' ethos from the moment you lift the lid.
Is the HUIT BLANC worth it at $400?
At $400, the HUIT BLANC is worth it as a strategic style investment, not merely a timekeeping purchase. You're paying for the collaborative design intellect, the proprietary 32-gram BIOCERAMIC composite, and the 90-hour power reserve of the SISTEM51 movement—a tangible engineering feat. It bridges the gap between accessible fashion and serious horology, offering a point of view you simply won't find on a mass-market shelf or in a generic stainless steel case.
Key attributes
| Case Material | SWATCH BIOCERAMIC |
| Case Color | White |
| Case Width | 40 mm |
| Case Thickness | 8.4 mm |
| Water Resistance | 2 bar (20 meters) |
| Movement | SISTEM51 |
| Movement Type | Hand-wound |
| Power Reserve | 90 hours |
| Crystal | Sapphire crystal |
| Strap | Integrated white silicone |
| Estimated Weight | 32 grams |
Specifications
| case_material | SWATCH BIOCERAMIC |
| case_color | White |
| width | 40 mm |
| thickness | 8.4 mm |
| water_resistance | 2 bar |
| movement | SISTEM51 |
| movement_type | hand-wound |
| crystal | sapphire crystal |
| crystal_feature | anti-reflective coating |
Materials
- Bioceramic
- sapphire crystal
- calfskin
- Super-LumiNova
Frequently asked questions
- Does this work with standard 20mm watch straps?
- No, it does not. The HUIT BLANC features an integrated proprietary lug design that accepts only ChromaTempo's specific strap system. This ensures a seamless, continuous line from case to strap, but it does limit aftermarket options to our curated collection.
- How long does shipping take?
- Order processing takes 1-2 business days, and standard shipping via UPS Ground typically delivers within 3-5 business days for continental US orders. You'll receive a tracking link the moment your order ships from our warehouse in Portland.
- Can I return it if it doesn't fit?
- Yes, absolutely. We offer a 30-day return window for unworn items in original packaging. We recommend using our online wrist sizing guide or consulting our fit experts via chat before ordering to ensure the 40mm case and integrated strap work for your 6-8 inch wrist circumference.
- Is the sapphire crystal scratch-resistant?
- Yes, the anti-reflective coated sapphire crystal is highly scratch-resistant, rating a 9 on the Mohs hardness scale. This makes it vastly more durable than the mineral glass used on watches under $200, protecting the clean dial from daily desk-diving scratches.