Vulcain Cricket Alarm watch 100102.008 Manual Wind 2004 Blue enamel dial

SPECIFICATION

Reference : Vulcain Cricket 100102.008  
Movement : cal. V-10
Age : Circa 2004
Case Size : 38mm
Case Thickness : 12mm
Lug to Lug : 44mm
Lugs : 18mm
Condition : Used Vulcain watch
Box & Papers : No
Case Material : Stainless steel
Warranty : 12-Months Warranty

 POINTS OF MENTION

• In great pre-owned condition, with some wear from use
• Case and bezel have some light scratches
  
• Beautiful blue enamel and guilloche dial
• Fully serviced manual alarm movement
• Alarm function working beautifully
  
• Paired with an unworn stainless steel mesh bracelet

The Vulcain Cricket 100102.008 is a modern interpretation of one of watchmaking’s most historically significant complications: the mechanical alarm. Produced around the mid-2010s, it sits within Vulcain’s long-running Cricket line, which dates back to 1947. This reference blends that heritage with contemporary finishing, offering a clean, versatile design that leans toward classic proportions while remaining easy to wear day-to-day.

THE WATCH

The watch features a 38mm stainless steel case, a size that feels very balanced on the wrist and aligns well with vintage-inspired proportions. This example come with a stunning blue enamel dial with guilloche detailing.

At its core is Vulcain’s in-house Cricket movement, a manually wound calibre built around a dual-barrel system,one barrel dedicated to timekeeping and the other to powering the alarm. This separation helps maintain consistent performance across both functions. The defining feature is the mechanical alarm itself, which produces a distinctive buzzing sound as a hammer strikes a membrane within the case. It’s a genuinely functional complication, capable of sounding for roughly 15 to 20 seconds when triggered.

From a design perspective, the watch carries subtle cues from mid-century models, including a clean dial layout and a central alarm-setting hand. The finishing is more modern than vintage pieces, with polished surfaces and contemporary materials, making it feel like a refined evolution rather than a direct reissue. It sits comfortably between dress and casual, giving it a versatility that works well in a daily rotation.

A BIT OF TRIVIA

OUR THOUGHTS

The Vulcain Cricket, what's not to love, this is a step away from the 'Presidents watch' and the time is something else, but Overall, the 100102.008 is a thoughtful blend of history, mechanical interest, and modern usability. It’s the kind of watch that tends to appeal more to someone who appreciates what’s happening under the dial, rather than someone focused purely on brand recognition.