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HYT, the first hydro-mechanical horologists [Video]

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December 2011


The year 2011 is far from over yet and the Geneva shows of 2012 are still just a dot on the horizon, but we already have our first teasers for BaselWorld 2012.

HYT, the first hydro-mechanical horologists

Here is the first image of the exciting new movement powering the H1 timepiece by HYT, which promises a combination between a manual winding mechanical movement (65 hours power reserve) and a fluid module that will make this watch the first timepiece to provide both mechanical and liquid time indications.

Vincent Perriard (ex-Concord) is the man behind the new brand, Jean-François Mojon (Chronode) is the man behind the movement and Helbling Techniks (Switzerland) are the ones behind the liquid system.

A short video animation by the company also gives a hint of what is to come: