Hermès seems more interested in interrupting the circle than in perfecting it. The H08 has made a compelling exercise out of unconventional geometry and a decidedly eccentric sense of proportion. Now, the maison revisits its contemporary sports watch with two new interpretations in braided glass fiber and ceramic. Introduced in 2021, the H08 occupies an interesting position in the Hermès watchmaking catalogue: Its cushion-shaped case avoids the familiar vocabulary of luxury sports watches, dispensing with the angular aggression and integrated steel bracelets that have dominated the category. The softened corners and rounded contours instead lend it an architectural quality. For the latest editions, Hermès has chosen an unusual composite of braided glass fibres with an aluminum-coated surface. Its woven texture introduces a subtle irregularity beneath the otherwise controlled geometry. A ceramic bezel, finished with sunburst satin brushing and mirror-polished chamfers, offers a cleaner perimeter around the dial. Measuring 39 mm..
