
2017
Hallyday

2017
On December 5, 2017, Johnny Hallyday, icon of French rock, passed away.
His passing shocked France and left a profound impact on the world of music. With the 2017 Hallyday watch, Col&MacArthur pays tribute to the man and the artist, perpetuating his memory in a meaningful timepiece.

The eagle tattooed on his shoulder embodies his deep attachment to America. A symbol of freedom and power, it reflected an essential part of Johnny's personality—that of an artist with a love of wide open spaces and escape.
Engraved on the case, the cities and states retrace the stages of the American road trip undertaken by Johnny Hallyday in 2016. This journey, experienced as a personal achievement, becomes a universal message: pursue your dreams until your last breath, with freedom as the common thread.
Johnny Hallyday remains the most iconic and beloved icon of the French music scene. At the center of the dial, the discreet guilloché pattern evokes the mesh of a microphone—a subtle nod to the stage, the voice, and the man who thrilled entire generations.
With over 100 million records sold, Johnny Hallyday remains an undisputed legend in the French music scene. On the outside of the dial, a vinyl record commemorates this extraordinary career—a life punctuated by music, forever etched in our memories.
The "Never Alone" plaque is more than just a detail. It embodies a message of hope to his fans, but also a word of comfort to Johnny himself—a silent promise that his voice, his presence, and his legacy will never leave those he touched.
The light blue of Johnny Hallyday's eyes, both captivating and mysterious, is part of what made him so unforgettable. The seconds hand, tinted with this singular shade, discreetly pays homage to him. It also evokes his central place in the Alpha and his Pack—a landmark, a guide, an unbreakable bond with those who have
always followed.
The watch's crown is inspired by a Harley-Davidson rim, a discreet tribute to Johnny's passion for motorcycling and escape. A meaningful detail that recalls this free spirit, always ready to hit the road, guided by the power of the engine and the call of elsewhere.
At 9 o'clock, a discreet capsule integrated into the side of the case contains an authentic fragment of the leather jacket worn by Johnny during the presentation of his gold record. This intimate, almost secret treasure gives the watch a deeply emotional dimension—a tangible connection with the artist, forever etched in the material.
Johnny Hallyday's signature is engraved on the back of the watch, like a faithful imprint of the artist. A personalized inscription can be added around it, allowing everyone to make this tribute unique, intimate, and deeply personal.

A rare and emotional tribute
At the heart of the Hallyday 2017 watch, an authentic fragment of the black leather jacket worn by Johnny Hallyday during the presentation of his gold record is carefully encapsulated at 9 o'clock in a sapphire crystal chamber. This unique detail, designed by fashion designer Gérard Sené, captures the essence of an intimate and legendary moment. The timeless elegance of the watch is enriched by discreet symbols that reflect the spirit of Johnny's assertive rock, while paying tribute to his loyalty to himself, down to the last beat. Delivered with a certificate of authenticity guaranteeing the provenance of the jacket fragment, this watch represents much more than a simple object: it is a personal connection, a fragment of scene and emotion, now yours.
“What I am, I owe to the stage.”
— Johnny Hallyday

Quartz Version – Numbered
The 2017 Hallyday watch, equipped with a quartz movement, is numbered and offered in limited production. Available in silver, black, or gold finishes, and with leather or steel straps, it embodies a tribute to Johnny Hallyday with an authentic fragment of his leather jacket, encapsulated at 9 o'clock in a sapphire crystal chamber. Delivered with a certificate of authenticity guaranteeing the fragment's provenance, this watch offers modern precision while paying tribute to the artist's emotion and indomitable spirit. A symbolic piece, imbued with legend.




























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Automatic version
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Hallyday 2017
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