The Wristwatch Field Guide

Chanel J12 Chromatic 38mm

H2979 Archive · used only

The Chanel J12 Chromatic 38mm is a discontinued other watch with a grey chromatic ceramic composite case. It measures 38.0 mm across, 11.3 mm thick, and is water resistant to 200 m. Inside is the automatic (eta 2892 base) movement, with 42 hours power reserve. Complications: Date. Brand origin: France. No longer offered new; listed here as an archive reference for the used market.

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Reference
H2979
Type
Other
Price
Case diameter
38.0 mm
Thickness
11.3 mm
Lug-to-lug
Water resistance
200 m
Weight
Origin
France
Movement
Automatic (ETA 2892 base)
Caliber
Power reserve
42 hours
Complications
Date
Material
Ceramized titanium
Grade / type
Chromatic ceramic composite
Colour
Grey
Hardness
Construction
Monobloc
Surface treatment
Caseback
Nickel-free
Not verified (contact-point materials not all confirmed)
Bracelet / strap
Integrated titanium-ceramic link bracelet with a folding clasp
Matching bracelet
Standard
Crystal
Sapphire
Display back
No
Dial
Chromatic grey with date between 4 and 5
Lume
Availability
No longer offered
Status
Archive
Medium confidence Verified Jul 2026 Source: aBlogtoWatch (J12 Chromatic review) / Mostra Store (H2979 specs)
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Frequently asked questions

What is the case material of the Chanel J12 Chromatic 38mm?

The Chanel J12 Chromatic 38mm has a grey chromatic ceramic composite case. It is recorded at medium confidence pending a maker-stated material.

What size is the Chanel J12 Chromatic 38mm?

It is 38.0 mm in diameter, 11.3 mm thick, and water resistant to 200 m.

How much does the Chanel J12 Chromatic 38mm cost, and is it available?

It is no longer offered new; the guide keeps it as an archive reference for the used market.

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