A watch ready for adventure, cold, heat, the sea (1000m waterproof!!!), the mountains, the metro, running, hiking, etc. etc. Yes, but all this with style, precision and radical design.

I have become a true fan of the brand, its history but also totally convinced of the seriousness of the relaunch by its buyer, Charles Le Ménestrel.

In terms of case, its 39.5mm suits me perfectly and its rather long lugs allow to refine the overall balance of the case which is, it must be said, very thick (between 15 and 16mm). You have to try it to realize the very good balance of this watch which is not at all clumsy in my eyes.

Note that the watch runs impeccably, powered by a perfectly coherent ETA 2824-2 movement and well adjusted by the watchmakers at OW.

Bought second-hand (almost new) via Chrono24 for barely 1000 euros, I don't see many serious competitors that can compete with this watch that is both logical and classy.

A small downside that was quickly rectified: the glass insert that overhangs the graduated bezel was damaged after a few weeks in a very urban environment and without me realizing it. Once contacted, the after-sales service answered me, in French, quickly and took charge of the repair (still under warranty). The watch was returned repaired in less than 4 weeks. This hassle, although it surprised me a lot, confirms the seriousness of the OW house, from whom I had not bought the watch new.

A Diver for adventure

With this vintage white gold Breguet, dating from the end of the 1980s, we dive into the watchmaking purity of the immense Breguet house, perpetuated by the creative genius of Daniel Roth and his acolytes who have given meaning and legitimacy to these collections. Here it is a very simple 3-hand watch in white gold; but yet we find everything Breguet: the apple hands, the Roman numerals, the straight handles, the fluted case middle and of course: the admirable guilloché.
Here, it is an extra flat model (about 5mm thick), combined with a size of only 32.5mm which fits wonderfully on almost any male wrist in my opinion (but too many refuse to do so, and I tend to say - so much the better!!!).
A joy of elegance, goes everywhere and marvels of softness all in solid gold.

Watchmaking purity

First automatic watch I bought for my 25th birthday, I was looking for a rather elegant and refined watch. While I knew almost nothing about the codes and depth of watchmaking in which I would gradually sink, this Max Bill, and the story of its eponymous designer had attracted me.

Today, it no longer really corresponds to my tastes with its very large dial opening and the total absence of a bezel. However, I must recognize its qualities of elegance, simplicity and extreme readability with its perfectly aligned hands and indexes.

Its robust and basic movement, a 2824-2 does the job but we will still regret this ghost date when you pull the crown.

Be careful, a relatively fragile watch, a mineral glass that I damaged twice, and a crown (incredible) that remained in my hand when I pulled it very gently as usual.

A drawing

A Gold-Steel configuration at Rolex is always a bit old-fashioned, decadent, even vulgar. And yet, that's precisely what makes this DateJust from 1983 so cool. 

It's hard to say that it's elegant and discreet, but its 36mm diameter, its plexiglass, and the 40 years it's been worn make it much easier to put on your wrist. Above all, how can you not drool over this black dial and its large applied indexes? 

An iconic jewel and flawless mechanics for an inimitable style. 

One last detail? the totally patinated "white" date window with its open 6 and 9.

When yesterday's bling makes today's cool

We've said everything, seen everything, said everything again and reviewed everything about Rolex, especially about the Submariner. And yet! This one is a 14060M (4 lines) that I acquired more than two years ago via the CDA. It was my first watch "madness". Since then, my tastes in watches have of course evolved a lot: having gone through Longines, Cartier, Patek Philippe, Omega, returned to Rolex twice (more vintage), etc., nothing helps. This watch is simply unrivaled for me. Far from the bling bling of certain Rolex models that shine with 1000 lights (DateJust 41 fluted bezels and other ceramic models or mirror-polished bracelets), this one is for me the quintessence of Rolex, with enough modernity in terms of comfort and robustness to withstand any test and the contained size and the aluminum bezel. A flaw perhaps? We see too many Submariners everywhere... whether on social media, or in the street/on café terraces: often misused on the wrists of suits and ties that often don't go well with the essence of this sporty, all-terrain diver. In this case, a simple recipe: leave it in the watch box for more than a week and the excitement comes back at a gallop!

Mon bulldozer

<p dir="ltr">Abraham-Louis Breguet is undeniably one of the most emblematic figures in world watchmaking. Born in 1747, <strong>Breguet</strong> founded his own watchmaking maison in <strong>1775</strong> in Paris, and with it came a revolution in the world of fine watchmaking. The brand is particularly known for its invention of the tourbillon, patented in 1801, a complication which corrects time errors due to gravity. This is just one of the many patents that Breguet holds, including the Breguet spring, the Breguet pin, and many other innovations that are an integral part of fine watchmaking today.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Even if the Breguet brand carries its legacy to the present day, it is particularly between 1950 and today that Breguet has consolidated its image of luxury and sophistication, while incorporating cutting-edge technological advances.</p>
<h2 dir="ltr">What are the distinctive signs of Breguet watches?</h2>
<p dir="ltr">The hallmarks of Breguet are not only the horological complications inherent in each watch, but also the design and craftsmanship features that make a Breguet watch instantly recognizable. The brand's emblematic signatures are as follows:</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Guilloch&eacute; dials</h3>
<p dir="ltr">One of the most iconic features of Breguet watches is the hand-guilloch&eacute; dial. Guilloch&eacute; is a form of decorative art that uses engravings to create intricate patterns on the dial. This not only gives visual depth, but also adds a multitude of reflections and sparkles enhanced by light.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Housing splines</h3>
<p dir="ltr">The case sides of Breguet watches are often fluted, which gives a distinctive touch to the profile of the watch. This also adds a tactile feel to the watch, blending aesthetics and ergonomics.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Breguet hands</h3>
<p dir="ltr">The style of hands in the shape of hollowed-out apples, commonly known as &ldquo;Breguet Hands&rdquo;, is another distinctive sign of the brand. Their design is both elegant and functional, offering optimal readability while maintaining a harmonious aesthetic. These hands have made so much history that many other brands use them - without naming it - on their own models.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Breguet numerals</h3>
<p dir="ltr">Designed by Abraham-Louis Breguet himself, the Breguet numerals are another stylish element that adds a touch of elegance to the watch. These numerals, with their distinctive curves and details, are often used in the brand's high-end watches.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Welded lugs</h3>
<p dir="ltr">Breguet watches generally feature welded lugs, an artisanal technique that involves attaching the lugs directly to the watch case. Not only does this add a touch of elegance, but it also ensures greater durability and structural integrity to the watch.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Each of these elements is a chapter in Breguet's design language, and their collective presence in a watch gives a feeling of aesthetic coherence and authenticity. It is these meticulous details that make each Breguet watch a work of art in itself, and which contribute to its legendary status in the history of watchmaking.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Breguet's attention to minute details is one of the reasons why the brand is held in such high esteem among connoisseurs and collectors. It is these distinctive signs that underline its commitment to craftsmanship, tradition and watchmaking innovation.</p>
<h2 dir="ltr">What are Breguet&rsquo;s emblematic models?</h2>
<p dir="ltr">Breguet is more than just a watch brand. It is a legacy, a testament to the genius and vision of Abraham-Louis Breguet. The brand stands out for its effortless fusion of traditional craftsmanship with modern technologies, placing it in a league of its own in the watchmaking landscape with singular models:</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Breguet Classic</h3>
<p dir="ltr">It is the embodiment of elegance and refinement, with its gold or platinum case, its discreet water resistance suitable for daily use, its leather strap, a manufacture caliber with automatic or manual winding, a guilloch&eacute; dial with the hand and various complications such as the Tourbillon or the Moon Phase.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Breguet Type XX - XXI - XXII</h3>
<p dir="ltr">Inspired by watches originally designed for the French Air Force, this series features a sturdy case, adequate water resistance, leather or steel strap, self-winding chronograph movement, clear dial with Arabic numerals, and a rotating bezel. The Breguet watches from the Type XX collection recall that Louis-Charles Breguet, great-great-grandson of Abraham-Louis Breguet, was the founder of Louis-Breguet Aviation in 1911.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Breguet Marine</h3>
<p dir="ltr">This is the Breguet brand sports watch. The case is often made of gold or titanium, offering water resistance to 100 meters (10 ATM), accompanied by a rubber or steel bracelet, a self-winding manufacture movement, and a blue dial with numerals. very specific Roman indexes and different from the Breguet indexes.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Breguet Queen of Naples</h3>
<p dir="ltr">This collection is dedicated to women and is inspired by an original watch that Breguet created for Jos&eacute;phine de Beauharnais - 1st wife of Emperor Napoleon - and Queen of Naples. These watches have a very distinctive oval case, often encrusted with precious stones, and highly sophisticated Breguet movements.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Breguet Heritage</h3>
<p dir="ltr">The H&eacute;ritage collection is a magnificent reinterpretation of classic tonneau-case watches. The elegantly curved case is usually made of gold or platinum. The waterproofing is discreet but sufficient for daily use. The strap is often made of exotic leather, and the movement is, of course, mechanical, often with complications such as a perpetual calendar or tourbillon. The guilloch&eacute; dial is another classic Breguet touch.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Breguet Tradition</h3>
<p dir="ltr">This collection is a true ode to the watchmaking craftsmanship of the past while adding a touch of modernity. The case is generally gold or platinum with water resistance suitable for daily use. The strap is leather, and the movement is mechanical, exposed through an open dial that allows you to see the gears and springs in action. The Tradition is a perfect example of how Breguet balances respect for traditional craftsmanship with innovative design.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Each of these models illustrates how Breguet has remained true to its heritage while embracing innovation. The Breguet Heritage and Tradition are collections that speak to connoisseurs and enthusiasts alike, offering a fascinating look at how fine watchmaking can respect its past while looking resolutely toward the future.</p>
<h2 dir="ltr">How much does a Breguet watch cost?</h2>
<p dir="ltr">The prices of new Breguet watches change regularly and vary depending on the model. For example, a Breguet Type XX Flyback Chronograph reference 2067 is sold for $19,100, while a Breguet Marine Hora Mundi reference 5557 in white gold costs $70,400.</p>
<p dir="ltr">The second-hand or vintage market is also an opportunity to look at to obtain a cheaper Breguet. Be careful, buying a vintage Breguet presents some risks that must be carefully understood, starting by ensuring that the seller is known and recognized for selling this type of watch.</p>
<h2 dir="ltr">Breguet: The guardian of the temple of watchmaking tradition</h2>
<p dir="ltr">It is clear that Breguet is not just a company that makes timepieces; it is a house that creates works of watchmaking art. The care given to every detail, the precision of each movement, and the beauty of each design make each Breguet watch an object of desire for watch lovers. <strong>Breguet</strong> is today owned by the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/swatch">Swatch</a> Group, like other prestigious brands like&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/blancpain">Blancpain</a> or<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/jaquet_droz"> Jaquet Droz</a>, and produces around 21,000 watches per year, all models combined.</p>
<p dir="ltr">For more information on Breguet watches, the official website is an excellent resource. And to get a variety of views and opinions, <strong>Dialicious customer reviews</strong> are invaluable. Selecting a Breguet watch is a thoughtful decision, and these resources can help you make the choice that's best for you.</p>
<p dir="ltr">(Updated September 2023)</p>

Bréguet is a name that has thrilled me since childhood: all these inventions, all these pieces in museums.
I can't afford a grand complication from the brand, but this classic, available in 4 versions (guilloché or enamel, white and yellow gold) has been catching my eye for a long time. I opted for the enamel and white gold version, for its discretion, its sobriety, its supreme elegance.
40 mm in diameter, 6 mm thick, welded horns, small seconds at 4 o'clock, Bréguet signature almost invisible at 3 o'clock, in the enamel. A movement of great beauty.
The power reserve is a little short at 45 hours, but it's really not a handicap.
It's a joy to wear under a dress shirt. But the advantage of white gold is that you can really wear it in all circumstances without it being too ostentatious.
Sorry for my photos, which do not do justice to the beautiful flame-blued Breguet hands.
This watch exudes a peaceful harmony, without being boring or tiresome.
A pleasure to wear (and show off)

Elegance, discretion and sobriety

Discovering Breguet with other models while passing in front of a shop, my eye was immediately drawn to the brilliance of classic watches. On the 7147 there is the whole history of Breguet, the hands, the hand guilloché, the unique number. Many emotions when buying and really no regrets, every day what a pleasure to wear it under a shirt.

Classic 7147

A year of research to find the perfect watch for me. I absolutely wanted a small diameter in yellow gold on alligator, Roman numerals, for the very elegant side, an extremely complicated task these days, Cartier was my first choice, the Tank then the Santos-Dumont, for the history (first wristwatch), the elegance, however during my research, the mechanical winding became another criterion, for the interaction, the search is more and more complicated, the Cartier are quartz and the Santos-Dumont is not the first wristwatch.

I am inexorably pushed towards vintage watches and second-hand watches, which I do not like.
I think copies, DIY watches, merguez. I spin chrono24 to find the model.
Rolex Oyster perpetual 34 mm, Franck Muller, Blancpain, IWC, meet my gaze, no emotion.
I'll spare you the chapter on prices that I find very high on certain models. ANYWAY, let's move on.

The purchase of this watch is motivated by moments of pleasure, I want to feast my eyes.

And there, my gaze fell on this 5907, a real love at first sight, but no longer produced, it is extremely complicated to find second-hand.

One day, I want to give up, one day, I am ready to take the plane to look for one abroad and then, an ad in France.
Wary, I contact the Parisian seller, the atmosphere relaxes, trust is there.
I go up to Paris and the deal is done.
Since then it is attached to my wrist, impossible to remove it, I play with the light, look at the details with a magnifying glass,
A child on Christmas morning.

So beautiful

<p>La marque <strong>Ollech &amp; Wajs</strong> a &eacute;t&eacute; cr&eacute;&eacute;e en <strong>1956</strong> 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.</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>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.</p>
<h2>Combien co&ucirc;te une montre Ollech &amp; Wajs ?</h2>
<p>Les prix des montres Ollech &amp; Wajs &eacute;voluent et diff&egrave;rent selon les mod&egrave;les. <strong>La plupart co&ucirc;tent entre CHF 1,500 et CHF 2,000 selon les mod&egrave;les et les finitions</strong>. Comptez <strong>CHF 1,456</strong> pour une Ollech &amp; Wajs 350CI et pr&egrave;s de <strong>CHF 2,300</strong> 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.</p>
<p><strong>Ollech &amp; Wajs</strong> 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;<strong>les avis clients Dialicious</strong> 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.</p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Consultez le <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/top/les_meilleures_marques_de_montres_suisses"><span class="s2">Classement des meilleures marques de montres suisses</span></a> dont Ollech &amp; Wajs fait partie.</span></p>
<p class="p1">(Mise &agrave; jour Octobre 2024)</p>

<p dir="ltr">The brand <strong>Ollech &amp; Wajs</strong> was created in <strong>1956</strong> 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.</p>
<p dir="ltr">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.</p>
<p dir="ltr">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&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/ollech_&amp;_wajs/p-104">Ollech &amp; Wajs P-104</a>, the&nbsp;<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.</p>
<h2 dir="ltr">How much does an Ollech &amp; Wajs watch cost?</h2>
<p dir="ltr">The prices of Ollech &amp; Wajs watches change and differ depending on the model. <strong>Most cost between CHF 1,500 and CHF 2,000 depending on the models and finishes</strong>. Expect to pay <strong>CHF </strong><strong>1,456</strong> for an Ollech &amp; Wajs 350CI and close to <strong>CHF </strong><strong>2,300</strong> 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&nbsp;<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.</p>
<p dir="ltr">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, <strong>Dialicious owners' reviews</strong> are a valuable resource for evaluating each of the different models through real owner experience.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Consult the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/top/the_best_swiss_watch_brands">Ranking of the best Swiss watch brands</a> of which Ollech &amp; Wajs is part.</p>
<p dir="ltr">(Updated October 2024)</p>

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