{"product_id":"vulcain-cricket-alarm-watch-100102-008-manual-wind-2004-blue-enamel-dial","title":"Vulcain Cricket Alarm watch 100102.008 Manual Wind 2004 Blue enamel dial","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference : \u003c\/strong\u003eVulcain Cricket 100102.008  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovement :\u003c\/strong\u003e cal. V-10\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge :\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 2004\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase Size :\u003c\/strong\u003e 38mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase Thickness : \u003c\/strong\u003e12mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLug to Lug : \u003c\/strong\u003e44mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLugs : \u003c\/strong\u003e18mm\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition :\u003c\/strong\u003e Used Vulcain watch\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBox \u0026amp; Papers :\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCase Material :\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWarranty :\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-Months Warranty\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePOINTS OF MENTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn great pre-owned condition, with some wear from use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase and bezel have some light scratches\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautiful blue enamel and guilloche dial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully serviced manual alarm movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlarm function working beautifully\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaired with an unworn stainless steel mesh bracelet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Angsana New'; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-bidi;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE WATCH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Angsana New'; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-bidi;\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Angsana New'; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-bidi;\"\u003eAt 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Angsana New'; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-bidi;\"\u003eFrom 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA BIT OF TRIVIA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:8debbb2a-f699-45d6-bf96-6ba5f5b3b108-1\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-4\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"eebaea82-38c2-4acf-be9e-9db3552d2d32\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"2178\"\u003eHistorically, the Cricket holds a unique place in horology. It gained recognition as “The President’s Watch” after being worn by several US presidents, and Vulcain remains one of the few brands to have consistently produced in-house mechanical alarm movements. This gives the 100102.008 a strong sense of continuity with the brand’s past, rather than being a superficial homage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2498\" data-end=\"2859\"\u003eFrom a watchmaker’s standpoint, the Cricket movement is well-engineered but naturally more complex than a standard time-only calibre due to the alarm mechanism. The dual-barrel layout helps reduce strain on individual components, which is beneficial for longevity when properly maintained. Servicing is more involved, but the system itself is proven and robust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOUR THOUGHTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Past2PresentWatches","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57757205954947,"sku":"VCNO71WO","price":995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/2397\/4423\/files\/vulcain-cricket-100102.008-front.jpg?v=1775820474","url":"https:\/\/past2presentwatches.com\/products\/vulcain-cricket-alarm-watch-100102-008-manual-wind-2004-blue-enamel-dial","provider":"Past2PresentWatches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}