Bokey TimeHello everyone, this is Boji Watch Industry. In this episode, we present a very unique vintage ladies’ wristwatch: the BV Factory black-gold “sugar cube” – the Chanel Première Series H6951 timepiece.
Première, a name with multiple meanings. In French, it signifies “the best”, “the first”, and “the most important”. It represents the chief tailor in the realm of haute couture. In the horological world, it is the Chanel Première watch – the first timepiece ever launched by Chanel, and more notably, the very first wristwatch in the world specifically designed for women.
The Première watch was born in 1987. Drawing inspiration from the cap of Chanel No. 5 perfume bottle, it created an octagonal case, a shape that also evokes the outline of Place Vendôme, which has witnessed the growth of the Chanel brand. Première, a name with multiple meanings. In the French context, it means “the best”, “the first”, and “the most important”. It is the chief tailor in the field of haute couture. In the horological world, it is the Chanel Première watch – the first watch launched by Chanel, and more significantly, the first wristwatch in the world specifically designed for women.
Official Model: Chanel Première Series H6951 Watch
The above is some information about this brand series. Now let’s take a look at the craftsmanship details of the BV Factory black-gold “sugar cube” watch. From the front, the dial features a black lacquered surface paired with two golden hands, while the watch mirror is diamond-patterned sapphire glass. It looks extremely simple and stylish, just like a charming Parisian woman—daring to embrace minimalism and adept at maintaining elegance.
The case is designed with 316L stainless steel and electroplated 18K gold. The overall case shape is identical to the original, and the surface is treated with mirror polishing. The crown is also inlaid with an egg-shaped cut onyx.
Black and gold, widely regarded as the most classic color scheme of Première watches, extends to the strap. The strap design is inspired by the leather-woven chain of Chanel’s iconic handbags, interweaving 18K gold-plated stainless steel with black leather, mirroring the chains of Chanel’s classic handbags. Meanwhile, BV Factory offers three sizes for the strap length to cater to different preferences.
The BV Factory’s new Chanel Première “Sugar Cube” watch is equipped with a high-precision Swiss Ronda quartz movement. The back of the watch is engraved with the “CHANEL” logo, which self-evidently attests to its identity without needing further explanation.
Overall, the BV Factory black-gold “sugar cube” watch excels in all aspects of craftsmanship. If you’re tired of designs like the Ballon Bleu, consider this vintage “sugar cube” timepiece.
