The Titanium Field Guide

Chanel J12 Chromatic 38mm

H2979 Archive · used only

The Chanel J12 Chromatic 38mm is a discontinued watch with a chromatic ceramic composite ceramized titanium case. It ships on a matching ceramized titanium bracelet rather than a strap. No longer offered new; listed here as an archive reference for the used market.

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Material
Ceramized titanium
Grade / type
Chromatic ceramic composite
Water resistance
200 m
Reference
H2979
Type
Other
Case diameter
38.0 mm
Thickness
11.3 mm
Origin
France
Movement
Automatic (ETA 2892 base)
Power reserve
42 hours
Complications
Date
Colour
Grey
Construction
Monobloc
Finish technology
Natural finish
Nickel-free
Unconfirmed (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
Dial colours
Grey
Availability
No longer offered
Status
Archive
Not published
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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 chromatic ceramic composite ceramized titanium 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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