Not having a titanium watch in my collection, I set my sights on this new Citizen. The advantage, a great lightness, 90 grams! Grade 5 titanium, octagonal case, nicely textured green dial.... Small downside for the basic movement but it does the job well. 
I am won over, Citizen knows how to do as well as Seiko. The quality-price ratio is excellent. 
A pretty Citizen on my wrist.

Citizen super platinium 

I have had this watch for 6 years. It is imposing, but with its short lugs, it is very comfortable to wear. Like all Seikos, the lume shines all night! A diver that I like a lot. Good value for money. In the end, a robust toolwatch ready for adventure!

Seiko srp773k1

It's always a pleasure to wear my Seiko Alpinist. It has a very discreet, slightly cream dial, a contained diameter! Chic and sporty at the same time. The cyclops for the date, the applied indexes, the screw-down crown, a real toolwatch, class in addition. I love this watch! It would have been perfect with a correctly adjusted movement... however I forgive it, it gives me a lot of pleasure.

Sporty and chic at the same time!

I have had this presage for five years. It is a model that is a limited series of 3500 copies. I really like this watch for its dial. It represents cherry blossoms, a symbol of Japan. I really like the range, a simple, refined model but still as pleasant to look at in the sun. The movement works correctly 9s / 24h. Conclusion a pretty Seiko that makes me happy.

Seiko Sakura fubuki

This diver from Seiko is a fairly discreet model, the watch is little known. It is very pretty with superb reflections! I love the deep blue dial. But what I like the most, the turquoise blue bezel, I love looking at it... it has a slightly domed sapphire crystal. The 6r15 movement does the job, it is even quite precise. In the end, a pretty watch. I would have liked a smaller diameter but it is a detail, it suits me perfectly.

A pretty diver

For the 140th anniversary of the brand, Seiko has released a new Alpinist limited edition Ginza. It is a reinterpretation of the Alpinist model that appeared in 1959... I had a real crush on this version. I love its look, the dial of this marvel is a real killer. Its 38 mm diameter is perfect. Very pleasant watch to wear. The 6r35 caliber is very precise 1s/d. You will have understood, I am under its spell. To date, it is the prettiest in my modest collection!

Seiko Alpinist spb259 Ginza 

I was looking for an original diver, this Squale meets all my criteria. I wanted a diver with great readability, a Swiss movement, all with an excellent quality-price ratio. 
This Squale is a real pleasure to wear! The luminova is powerful, but it does not prevent you from sleeping at night, it is a good point for me. 
I love the orange indexes, which in my eyes, gives it a little "fun" side. In addition, the black hands are readable in the middle of the night. 
In the end, a superb watch...

Squale 1521 full lum

I discovered this pretty French micro-brand on the watch observer. Purchased immediately, it's the first version, it doesn't have a screw-down crown. No worries, she loves swimming! This watch is a real success, I highly recommend it! Plus it has a great value for money.

ma vintage modern

The brand BND was created in 2021 by Vincent Bonnaud. Tool watches evocative of the past, for collectors looking for authenticity, at affordable prices. This is how we could summarize the brand BND. The founder of the brand has managed to capture the essence of vintage watchmaking and watches, to offer unique, refined watches that catch the eye. His passion for watchmaking is felt in every detail of his watches.
BND Watches pay homage to vintage tool watches from the 60s-70s-80s, worn by icons such as Roger Moore, Steve McQueen and Jacques-Yves Cousteau. They evoke a bygone era when exploration and adventure were at the forefront.
The collection<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/bnd/mn"> BND MN</a> consists of 3 models with a variation of several dials, one black, one blue and one brown. The latter recalls the &ldquo;chocolate&rdquo; patina specific to &ldquo;Tool Watches&rdquo; from the 60s to the 80s. Each of these models is produced in 150 pieces. This rarity is not a simple marketing ploy, but rather a desire to satisfy watch enthusiasts looking for exclusivity, at an affordable price. BND Watches timepieces feature bold technical features, such as a double-domed sapphire crystal, screw-down crown, and painted hour markers. These choices demonstrate the brand's commitment to remaining faithful to the watches of the time, while making technical improvements.
Every detail is carefully designed, from the minimalist dial, to the luminous hands and indexes. The brushed steel case and nylon strap reinforce the robust and versatile character of these watches. The Seiko NH35A automatic movement, chosen for its reliability and its 40-hour power reserve, ensures precise and durable operation. With a water resistance of 200 meters, BND Watches watches can accompany their owners on all adventures. They are designed to be worn and used, without compromising on quality and performance.
The collection<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/bnd/mn"> BND MN</a> is reminiscent of the initials of the French Navy which were engraved on the back of the watches provided in particular to officers. BND Watches offers watches that appeal to collectors with their authenticity, their evocative aesthetics of the past and their accomplished quality.
<h2 dir="ltr">How much does a BND watch cost?</h2>
The BND MN is available in&nbsp;3 color variations: black, brown and blue. They are all offered on the brand's website at the price of &euro; 546.
<h2 dir="ltr">BND: Tool watches evocative of the past at affordable prices</h2>
For those looking for unique, historic and affordable watches, BND Watches is a brand to absolutely discover through numerous reviews from authentic customers. Dialicious Owners&rsquo; reviews aim to make known all the motivations of BND Watches owners.
Check out the <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/top/the_best_micro_watch_brands">Ranking of the best microbrand watches</a>, including BND.
(Updated September 2023)

A watch made with passion by a very friendly creator, it goes with all classic or casual styles. Very beautiful finishes with perfect case machining, a domed plastic glass reminiscent of the greatest divers. Steve Mcqueen could have worn it on his wrist!

All great!

I hadn't taken the plunge during the first series and regretted it a little. Then, I learned through social networks that a new version, even more accomplished, was distributed among others by the Clouzeau jeweler... and I cracked! Mainly wearing large diameter watches (rarely under 42 mm), I find this "small" BND perfectly proportioned, sitting perfectly on my wrist, very present and hyper qualitative. For a very reasonable price, we access an astonishing level of finish. And the harmony of the lum of the indexes and the bezel marries wonderfully with the 3 chosen dial colors. In a pure vintage style... An essential watch (anyway, aren't they all???) and to wear in all circumstances, without worry, as it seems so solid and foolproof! Or how to treat yourself at a very low price...

A great success!

How could I have missed this gem!!
New and happy owner of this brown BND, I am under the spell of this sporty / chic diver.
Its contained 39mm frame falls perfectly on my wrist. It combines all the assets of a toolwatch.
After several attempts at bracelet combinations, the choice is difficult as everything suits it!
In short, you will have understood, this BND is amazing. So don't wait any longer: Go for it with your eyes closed....

Heart stroke!

Nice design, top quality manufacturing, plexi glass as we like, waterproof and an endearing founder, a versatility in terms of the color of the dial which changes depending on the light and the bracelet which gives it a completely different personality. The modern vintage side is endearing as is the community of owners in a price range perfectly suited to an independent French design.

At the top

I have the v2 of the BND Mn, so the version with screwed crown. The watch is very well finished and very pleasant to wear thanks to a controlled diameter and thickness. We have in our hands a modern watch with a vintage spirit. The watch is versatile enough to accept both colored topics and leathers. In summary, a very pleasant watch, well finished and without any hassle, all for less than €550!

An unbeatable quality-price ratio

Exemplary finishes, robust mechanism, the watch is extremely well thought out and made. Vincent the creator is very friendly and very available for his customers. I am a collector of watches of all types and ages and with this model, I find the style, the pleasure and the sober efficiency that we often look for in a watch. Bravo!. Franck

The perfect “Tool Watch”!

It accompanies me on all my trips or weekends, its vintage look with modernism and the reliability of the materials convinced me.
The house's choice of a discreet model is also an asset. The designer rewards us with a nice presentation box with two nato bracelets. In short, it's flawless

A CLEAN PERFORMANCE

Hello
A quick look back at my latest acquisition: the second-generation black BND.
A watch that I owe to Stef and Sylvain (Basyl)…

First of all, the origin of the brand:
Vincent B became interested in watchmaking very early on and decided, when he was in his thirties, to found his own watch brand.
So he created the BND brand and designed a first series of a model with three dial colors.
That's when I started hearing about this new brand on different media (Fam, Facebook, etc.)
Then, two years later, rather than creating a new watch, he decided to improve his first model.
So, he equipped his watches with a screw-down crown, improved the water resistance from 100 to 200 m, put in a sapphire crystal, etc.
Personally, I have always admired the approach of these young entrepreneurs who are launching into the design and manufacture of watches.
And when Stef entered the brand, I was able to appreciate the work done on these watches.
So I fell for a black BND.
I find thanks to the finesse of the horns, the profile of the watch, the piercing of the horns a little bit of the feeling that I have with my 14060.
So, of course we are not on equivalent watches.
Of course there is no chamfer on the BND, of course the quality and the materials are not the same.
But the dimensions, the finesse, the comfort, the practicality due to the pierced horns, mean that there is a little bit of that in this watch anyway.
I chose the black dial because with the pierced horns, changing the strap is easy. And with a black dial, you can allow yourself all the fancies.
On the dial, the brand logo and the marine anchor. Simple, sober, effective.
The indexes at 3, 6, 9 and 12 o'clock are triangular, round elsewhere. All loaded with luminova.
This makes the watch very readable.
The crown is now screwed, but it is also signed.
The bezel is unidirectional 120 clicks.
I think it was 60 clicks for the first version.
Always this desire to improve its product and make it a more accomplished watch that I appreciate.
All the indications of the bezel are in luminova.
It is both effective and aesthetic.
Unless I am mistaken, the glass on the first version was a plexiglass.
In this new version, it is a double-domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment. The double dome allows to keep this little vintage air.

So here is a watch that offers a lot for a little more than 500 euros.
It gives an impression of quality and undeniable solidity.
It is versatile thanks to its pierced horns that allow a quick change of the bracelet.
Its 20 lug width is standard and allows a wide choice of bracelets (so many brands make 19 or 21 lug widths and limit this choice)
A little vintage side of the best effect.

I add to that the designer's approach that attracts sympathy and here is the cocktail that explains this crack.

Thank you for reading me



A nice surprise

A retro look without being a caricature or a copy is not complicated but few brands transform the test as well and with such a good quality-price ratio. Pleasant to wear, pretty, precise and well finished. What more could you ask for? I wear it mainly on Nato but the leather provided with it is also very pleasant and gives it a slightly more chic side.

Un super daily 

I have owned the BND for 2 years and it is my ideal "toolwatch"/holiday watch. It is very comfortable, waterproof (even if it does not have a screw-down crown) and robust so comfortable in all conditions. It comes with 2 very good quality NATO straps. What I like above all is its dial (here the brown one) which varies depending on the light, turning from chocolate brown to slightly faded vintage in a turn of the wrist. We have a watch with a retro look, even vintage with the tritium-look indexes but with the robustness of a modern one and the ease of maintenance/repair in the event of a problem. The price is quite reasonable for the quality of the watch, made in France (we could say that it is a very good French alternative to the iconic Seiko 5, which is a compliment). Vincent, the creator, is very nice and super responsive by email. A real pleasure to go through these small confidential brands. No fuss, no pompous marketing, a great watch with multiple qualities and a very good price. The 2nd generation of BND watches further strengthens the qualities of the watch with a screw-down crown and other improvements.

A very high quality, robust and super sexy watch

I knew the brand through friends who own it, I was lucky enough to have one and I must admit that I am won over. I wear it almost every day whether I am in a suit or jeans. It is very comfortable to wear, it is beautiful and the finishes are rather good. Its diameter is ideal for me and I find that its blue is perfectly successful. A real surprise

A truly beautiful discovery

Beautiful rendering and beautiful presence on the wrist, it pleases a lot, it's a real favorite, I had worn the mk1 but the mk2 brings a double dome glass and a screwed crown, it is very accomplished. The NH35 is unsurprisingly precise, I am delighted with my purchase, good job Vincent, your watch exudes passion, bravo!

Nice surprise

I love this watch. I wear it in everything, in a suit with navy blue nato... in cool mode, denim shirt and khaki nato. It has style, it's super quality and an ultra affordable price... in the end it's my partner in 100% of situations. I say bravo. It's a pleasure to wear a French brand.

Ma bnd 

Great watch, unbeatable value for money, great look, good finishes, all for an ultra-low price. The movement is super reliable, not a second of lag since I bought it. This watch is a Swiss army knife watch that is both casual and classy depending on the strap you put on, timeless, classic!

Perfect watch

Immediately attracted by its friendly look with its homage feel, it is when you wear it that you really realize that the work is serious and the finishes incredible. Its diver's look and its waterproofness make it a real toolwatch. To wear every day without moderation. A good choice to start your collection... Bravo 👍

Seriously nice!

A watch that does the essentials without being flashy!
Light and well finished, the black version goes with all styles thanks to its 20 mm lug width.
All fantasies are possible.
It fits very well to my 17 cm wrist and I haven't taken it off since I got it!
An undeniable success.



A gem to discover

I had been looking for a tool watch for some time and a friend advised me to take a look at the BND. What result? A mastered watch with a balanced design and a technical part of choice, all for a very reasonable budget. A return to the very essence of a tool watch? Yes, without hesitation.

Back to the future!

After talking to the creator, I supported the project and bought a blue mark1. Repeat with the brown mark2. Top Toolwatch, unbeatable value for money. Classic, robust, combining modernity and charm, both models are quite easy to wear and on all occasions. A must-have to collect. Looking forward to seeing future projects.

Great product experience, quality watch.

The perfect watch for multi-use, namely for sports and water activities, but also for everyday wear with a suit or just for cool. The brown dial is a perfect success and gives a patinated look to the watch with the most beautiful effect. A success on all points and a classic

La toolwatch ultime 

This is a first generation model. I found it on Kickstarter and I immediately subscribed to its seventies look, with a blue dial. I like simple and stripped dials, without date, enhanced by a very discreet notched crown. I wear it with a bonklip bracelet from Joseph Bonnie that I really like in summer when the wrist swells 😉

A watch for every day

Some time that I was looking for a toolwatch again. My criteria was the following: micro brand, French, 500€ budget, waterproof 200m minimum. Then I came across this brand, 150 pieces per color and I chose brown for a change and it is finally the most beautiful for me in terms of nuances. The finishes are really superb for the price. NH35 movement adjusted by a watchmaker beforehand. In short, I made the right choice and will follow this brand with interest. The plus, we will have little chance of coming across one on the wrist and that pleases me.

My first French micro-brand

Very beautiful watch, which takes up the timeless codes of diving watches with just the right amount of originality. I love the matte brown color of its dial and the sobriety of the logo. The watch is very comfortable to wear because of its size. I also like the fact that it is a limited series made by an enthusiast, I have not seen one on anyone's wrist and I am introducing it to many collectors.

Total success

I own 2 BNDs and each of these watches gives me a lot of pleasure. Beautiful finishes, refined vintage spirit, discretion but still a nice presence. If you like watches that take you on a journey into the glorious past of the "useful" watch, the BND is a nice surprise and I highly recommend it.

An addictive BND

A watch that I wear on any occasion, with a polo shirt or a suit...on Nato or on leather. The blue/black dial is perfect, you have to look at it when the sun shines on it or the light goes down: superb!

A modern watch with a vintage look

My BND has been with me every day since 2021. It is light, discreet, pretty and above all waterproof! For €385 I don't think we could offer a product as well finished as this one. It doesn't have a screw-down crown but I have tested it well at sea, swimming, kayaking, etc. The designer followed up on my order every time I asked him to. Great contact. I highly recommend it.

BN Day

Very comfortable to wear, perfect size, super tight budget that allows you to wear it without worrying. I play with tropics of all colors according to my mood and its black dial of my copy lends itself to all fantasies. It is very often on my wrist and it is always a pleasure.

The perfect tool watch

Accustomed to the brand with the crown, this new watch never leaves me! Simple, sober and effective! The quality is really there. What's more, the founder Vincent is a great guy! I sincerely hesitate to take a second one in another color. In summary, a very beautiful watch for an unbeatable quality-price ratio

Little bomb

La marque Ollech &amp; Wajs a &eacute;t&eacute; cr&eacute;&eacute;e en 1956 par Joseph Ollech et Albert Wajs &agrave; Zurich en Suisse. Albert &eacute;tait charg&eacute; de la conception, de l&rsquo;ing&eacute;nierie et de la fabrication des montres, tandis que Joseph s&rsquo;occupait du marketing et de la vente au d&eacute;tail. Avant de cr&eacute;er leur propre montres sous la marque Ollech &amp; Wajs, ils ont commenc&eacute; leur activit&eacute; en 1954 en fabriquant des bracelets en acier pour d&rsquo;autres marques.
La marque est connue pour avoir distribu&eacute; des montres &agrave; des unit&eacute;s de l&rsquo;arm&eacute;e am&eacute;ricaine pendant la guerre du Vietnam et pour avoir gagn&eacute; sa renomm&eacute;e aupr&egrave;s des plongeurs et pilotes du monde entier.
Apr&egrave;s 12 ans de n&eacute;gociation et apr&egrave;s avoir &eacute;t&eacute; son distributeur pour le march&eacute; fran&ccedil;ais, en 2017, Charles Le Menestrel, un passionn&eacute; d&rsquo;horlogerie, rach&egrave;te la marque. La gamme actuelle comprend des mod&egrave;les comme la Ollech &amp; Wajs P-101 et la <a title="Page Ollech &amp; Wajs P-104" href="https://www.dialicious.com/ollech_&amp;_wajs/p-104">Ollech &amp; Wajs P-104</a>, la <a title="Page Ollech &amp; Wajs C-1000" href="https://www.dialicious.com/ollech_&amp;_wajs/c-1000">Ollech &amp; Wajs C-1000</a>, la <a title="Page Ollech &amp; Wajs Ocean Graph" href="https://www.dialicious.com/ollech_&amp;_wajs/ocean_graph">Ollech &amp; Wajs Ocean Graph</a> et la Ollech &amp; Wajs Navichron.
<h2>Combien co&ucirc;te une montre Ollech &amp; Wajs ?</h2>
Les prix des montres Ollech &amp; Wajs &eacute;voluent et diff&egrave;rent selon les mod&egrave;les. La plupart co&ucirc;tent entre CHF 1,500 et CHF 2,000 selon les mod&egrave;les et les finitions. Comptez CHF 1,456 pour une Ollech &amp; Wajs 350CI et pr&egrave;s de CHF 2,300 pour une Ollech &amp; Wajs Navichron Chronographe. Le march&eacute; de l'occasion est &eacute;galement une opportunit&eacute; &agrave; regarder pour acheter une Ollech &amp; Wajs moins ch&egrave;re. Les mod&egrave;les Vintage notamment les Ollech &amp; Wajs Navichron et&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/ollech_&amp;_wajs/astrochron">Ollech &amp; Wajs Astrochron</a>, sont tr&egrave;s pris&eacute;es des collectionneurs et ils convient de bien se renseigner sur le vendeur avant de franchir le pas de l'acquisition d'une vintage.
Ollech &amp; Wajs est une marque de montres ind&eacute;pendante et produit plusieurs centaines de montres par an, tous mod&egrave;les confondus. Pour choisir une Ollech &amp; Wajs qui vous correspond le mieux,&nbsp;les avis clients Dialicious sont une pr&eacute;cieuse ressource pour &eacute;valuer chacun des diff&eacute;rents mod&egrave;les &agrave; travers l'exp&eacute;rience r&eacute;elle des clients.
Consultez le <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/top/les_meilleures_marques_de_montres_suisses">Classement des meilleures marques de montres suisses</a> dont Ollech &amp; Wajs fait partie.
(Mise &agrave; jour Octobre 2024)

The brand Ollech &amp; Wajs was created in 1956 by Joseph Ollech and Albert Wajs in Zurich, Switzerland. Albert was responsible for the design, engineering and manufacturing of the watches, while Joseph handled marketing and retail sales. Before creating their own watches under the brand Ollech &amp; Wajs, they started their business in 1954 making steel bracelets for other brands.
The brand is known for distributing watches to units of the American army during the Vietnam War and for having earned its reputation among divers and pilots around the world.
After 12 years of negotiations and after having been its distributor for the French market, in 2017, Charles Le Menestrel, a watchmaking enthusiast, bought the brand. The current range includes models like the Ollech &amp; Wajs P-101 and the<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/ollech_&amp;_wajs/p-104"> Ollech &amp; Wajs P-104</a>, the<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/ollech_&amp;_wajs/c-1000"> Ollech &amp; Wajs C-1000</a>, the<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/ollech_&amp;_wajs/ocean_graph"> Ollech &amp; Wajs Ocean Graph</a> and the Ollech &amp; Wajs Navichron.
<h2 dir="ltr">How much does an Ollech &amp; Wajs watch cost?</h2>
The prices of Ollech &amp; Wajs watches change and differ depending on the model. Most cost between CHF 1,500 and CHF 2,000 depending on the models and finishes. Expect to pay CHF 1,456 for an Ollech &amp; Wajs 350CI and close to CHF 2,300 for an Ollech &amp; Wajs Navichron Chronograph. The second-hand market is also an opportunity to look at to buy a cheaper Ollech &amp; Wajs. Vintage models including the Ollech &amp; Wajs Navichron and<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/ollech_&amp;_wajs/astrochron"> Ollech &amp; Wajs Astrochron</a>, are very popular with collectors and they should find out about the seller before taking the step of purchasing a vintage one.
Ollech &amp; Wajs is an independent watch brand and produces several hundred watches per year, all models combined. To choose an Ollech &amp; Wajs that best suits you, Dialicious owners' reviews are a valuable resource for evaluating each of the different models through real owner experience.
Consult the<a href="https://preprod.dialicious.com/en/top/the_best_swiss_watch_brands"> Ranking of the best Swiss watch brands</a> of which Ollech &amp; Wajs is part.
(Updated October 2024)

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