The must-have Macro Loupe for all watch lovers

A Chinese watch made exclusively for export… 

Typical of the late 1970s (Deng Xiaoping period, post Mao). 
A fun watch that could be found in the markets of major Chinese cities, sold to the rare tourists of the time for $1 US… and later (early 80s) in Europe and France for 50 francs… 
You can still find them on the internet for between €20 and €30. 

This watch has a dial on a red background and more “rarely” on a blue background. 
On the dial is Chairman MAO, with a photo so kitsch… that it is impossible to resist the great leap forward… to buy one. (This is just my opinion…) 

The blurry photo on the dial looks like a low-quality paper print… 
The arm swings and swings with a regular back-and-forth movement, this arm is also quite blurry and malformed like the main image on the dial. Chairman Mao's arm is therefore oscillating (a fun complication) and works independently of the seconds hand... The seconds hand ends with a red star!
The hands look like those of old cheap diving watches... with a green lume.

The movement of the watch is a 17 jewels from the ZLN factory (in business since 1957). Movement that has been modified specifically, to operate Chairman Mao's arm...
ZLN is the watch factory of the Liaoning Peacock Watch Company, Ltd (still in business), in the city of Dandong, Liaoning province.

This movement, with manual winding, works approximately 24 hours, variation of +10 minutes in 24 hours...
The operation of the arm is very erratic, you often have to shake the watch to make the arm move...
But it ends up working!

The case is approximately 36 mm made of a kind of chromed metal, the horns are oddly shaped.
The glass is slightly domed and has a slight greenish tint (on older models), perhaps the lume has evaporated... (Radium or Tritium, the latter being supposed to be less harmful to health...).

In conclusion...
As Chairman Mao said: A revolutionary recognizes his mistakes and repairs them immediately...
Today, the Chinese watch industry has perfectly received the message...

Finally, forgive my impertinence, to all lovers of fine watchmaking.

An oscillating complication!

Bulova The Big Blue features a Precisionist movement known for its high precision.

By taking a look at the Buloba The Big Blue ref 98B224, you will realize that it inspires solidity.

The case is 11 mm thick, in stainless steel, with a diameter of 46 mm and 50 mm with the crown, you will not go unnoticed... But the advantage is the hyper visibility of the dial and especially its blue reflections in the sun.

The whole is water-resistant to 300m. That being said, the absence of a notched bezel strongly thwarts its vocation as a diver.

The glass is a very transparent sapphire.

The colors of the dial: Blue and black depending on the exposure is attractive and eye-catching; in short, it attracts the eye...

The indexes are thin white sticks with a few numbers 3,6,9,12.

The luminova is of excellent quality and ensures good visibility in complete darkness. 
The screwed crown is large and protected with a screwed guard on both sides. 

The Precisionist technology of this Bulova The Big Blue is a high-frequency quartz movement operating at 262 Khz. 
That is an oscillation frequency 8 times higher than the classic quartz of 37.2 Khz called "watchmakers". 

This watch displays a fluorescent yellow second hand with "continuous" scanning, or "fluid second hand" and which advances without any jerk by 1/16 of a second! 
The second hand literally seems to float smoothly on the dial, like the second hands of certain station clocks: I am a FAN! 

Bulova has called its Precisionist range the most precise watch in the world! 

The claimed precision is 10 seconds per year. Bulova explains that the precision of the quartz and the calculator depends on two factors: Temperature variations and the oscillation frequency of the quartz. 
This quartz is therefore thermally compensated and has triple "pins" which allows the stable frequency of 262 Khz (or 2p18 hertz or exactly 262144 hertz!). 

The button cell is a CR 2016, whose lifespan, in use, is 3 years. 

The Bulova Precisionist The Big Blue had a list price of $300... 
You can find them today on the second-hand market for around €170/250, for a model in perfect condition. 
The Bulova The Big Blue will not go unnoticed, it has a "Seaside Vacation" look. Its beautiful blue reflection attracts attention. 

I really appreciate this timepiece for my nautical outings during the summer… 
In conclusion, thank you to Bulova for having invented and put on the market these high-frequency quartz movements. An ultra-precise watch with a super nice look at a reasonable price.



Bulova nicknamed "The Big Blue"

Bulova: A legendary name in American watchmaking. Bulova joined the Citizen group in 2008, without however benefiting from CITIZEN technologies (Eco drive, radio control, GPS etc...). 

Bulova SEA KING is MASSIVE and features a Precisionist movement known for its very high precision. 
By taking a look at the Bulova SEA KING ref 96B228, you will realize that it inspires solidity. 
The case is thick, in stainless steel, with a diameter of 48mm, you will not go unnoticed... 
But the advantage is the clarity and hyper visibility of the dial. 
The whole is waterproof to 300m. The glass is a 3mm thick sapphire. 

Bulova is known for its exceptional diving watches and the Sea King does not disappoint. 
The strap is made of rubber. The material is also waterproof. That being said, its massive appearance amplifies the raw and robust side of the watch. 
The colors of the dial: Orange, gray and black are not the most attractive. However, the bright orange is very eye-catching and gives very good readability underwater. 
The indexes are large circular markers with the number 12 at noon. 
The C3 luminova is of excellent quality and ensures good visibility in complete darkness and underwater. 
The unidirectional bezel rotates 360 ° in 120 clicks, the 'shark tooth' shaped pins help to grip the bezel. 
The screwed crown is large and protected with a guard on both sides. 
Bulova's Sea King is a serious watch ready to dive! 

The Precisionist technology of this Bulova SEA KING is a high-frequency quartz movement operating at 262 Khz, compared to the 32.7 Khz quartz modules usually used in watchmaking. 
That is an oscillation frequency 8 times higher than conventional quartz, known as "watchmaking". 

Precisionist watches feature a "continuous" sweep seconds hand, or "fluid second hand" that advances at 1/16 of a second! Which is very unusual for a quartz! 
The seconds hand literally seems to float smoothly on the dial, like the seconds on some train station clocks. 
Bulova has called its Precisionist range the most accurate watch in the world! 
The claimed accuracy is 10 seconds per year. Which is remarkable for a non-radio-controlled quartz… 
Bulova explains that the accuracy of the quartz and its calculator depends on two factors: 
Temperature variations and the oscillation frequency of the quartz. 
This quartz is therefore thermally compensated and has triple "pins" which allows a stable frequency of 262 Khz (or 2p18 hertz or exactly 262144 hertz!). 

The Bulova SEA KING will not go unnoticed, it has the adventurer look of the depths... 

The button cell is a CR 2016, whose lifespan, in use, is 3 years. 
There are 2 versions of different colors (Steel or full black). 

The Bulova Precisionist SEA KING had a catalog price of $299 to $399 depending on the version of the bracelet... Today, you can find them on the second-hand market for around €200/300, for a model in perfect condition. 

I really appreciate this timepiece for my aquatic outings... 

In conclusion, thank you to Bulova for inventing and marketing these high-frequency quartz movements. An ultra-precise and friendly watch at a reasonable price. 



BULOVA SEA KING, a massive diver who impresses...

Bulova: A legendary name in American watchmaking.

The company was born in 1875, when Joseph Bulova began selling his watches in New York.
Bulova became a leader in marketing, with the first radio advertisements broadcast in 1926. Bulova watches were very popular, recognized and admired in particular for its famous Accutron from 1960 with its "electromagnetic tuning fork" with its inimitable sound...
Bulova joined the Citizen group in 2008, without however benefiting from CITIZEN technologies (eco drive, radio control, GPS, etc.).

Bulova Military is a watch that surprised many fans of the brand, and many collectors.
Bulova drew on its watchmaking heritage for the military design of the 50s and 60s, supplier to the US Army.
This watch features the 262 Khz quartz movement called UHF: Ultra High Frequency.
It is the same technology as on the Precisionist models, operating with a high-frequency quartz movement clocked at 262 Khz, compared to the 32.7 Khz quartz modules usually used in watchmaking. 
That is an oscillation frequency 8 times higher than the classic quartz called "watchmaking". 

The watch displays a "continuous" sweep seconds hand, or "fluid second hand" that advances by 1/16 of a second! Which is very unusual for a quartz! 
The seconds hand literally seems to float smoothly on the dial, like the seconds of some station clocks. 
Note that the first SEIKO quartz watch from 1969 had this 'fluid second hand' feature, but this feature was very quickly abandoned by SEIKO, in order to save the battery life. 
Indeed, without the fluidity of the seconds hand, the battery life was multiplied by 4, hence the choice of the jump per second. 

Bulova Military benefits from the precision of the Precisionist: The most precise watch in the world according to Bulova. 
The claimed precision is 10 seconds per year. I was able to observe, at worst, a difference of +15 seconds over 1 year… Which is remarkable for a non-radio-controlled quartz…

Bulova explains that the precision of the quartz and its calculator depends on two factors: 
The variations in temperature and the oscillation frequency of the quartz. 
This quartz is therefore thermally compensated and has triple “pins” which allows a stable frequency of 262 Khz (or 2p18 hertz or exactly 262144 hertz!). 

The Bulova Military is inspired by old models of the brand and has a classic military look. 

The watch measures 42 mm in diameter for a lug to lug of 48 mm. 
The lug to lug is 22 mm, the thickness is 11 mm. 
The Military weighs 72 grams and provides a light and pleasant presence to wear. 
The glass is polycarbonate, very transparent. 
Finally, the seconds hand is white with an orange tip that highlights the continuous sweep. 
I never tire of this simple and effective military look. 

The Bulova Military has a "LUMINESCENCE" lume on the hands and on the numbered indexes. 
The water resistance is 100 meters, the crown is screwed. 
The button cell is a CR 2016, whose lifespan, in use, is 3 years. 
The watch has a dial with excellent visibility and readability. 

The Bulova Military 262Khz had a list price of $250... Today, you can find them on the second-hand market for around €150/200, for a model in perfect condition. 

In conclusion, thank you to Bulova for inventing and marketing these high-frequency quartz movements. 
An ultra-precise, simple and effective watch at a reasonable price.

Bulova Heritage Inspired Military Watch

Bulova: A legendary name in American watchmaking. 

The company was born in 1875, when Joseph Bulova began selling his watches in New York. 

Bulova became a leader in marketing, with the first radio advertisements broadcast in 1926. Bulova watches were very popular, recognized and admired in particular for its famous Accutron from 1960 with its "electromagnetic tuning fork" with its inimitable sound. 

Bulova joined the Citizen group in 2008, without however benefiting from CITIZEN technologies (eco drive, radio control, GPS, etc.). 

Bulova Precisionist Claremont is a series of watches that surprised many fans of the brand, and many collectors. 
The surprise is linked to the Precisionist technology which incorporates a high-frequency quartz movement operating at 262 Khz, compared to the 32.7 Khz quartz modules usually used in watchmaking. 

That is an oscillation frequency 8 times higher than conventional quartz watches. 

Precisionist watches feature a "continuous" sweep seconds hand, or "fluid second hand" that advances by 1/16 of a second! Which is very unusual for a quartz! 
The seconds hand literally seems to float smoothly under the dial, like the seconds on some station clocks. 
Note that the first SEIKO quartz watch from 1969 had this 'fluid second hand' feature, but this feature was very quickly abandoned by SEIKO in order to save battery life. Indeed, without the fluidity of the seconds hand, the battery life was multiplied by 4, hence the second jump. 

Bulova has called its Precisionist range the most precise watch in the world! The claimed accuracy is 10 seconds per year. I was able to observe, at worst, a difference of +15 seconds over 1 year… Which is remarkable for a non-radio-controlled quartz…

Bulova explains that the precision of the quartz and its calculator depends on two factors:
The temperature variations and the oscillation frequency of the quartz.
This quartz is therefore thermally compensated and has triple “pins” which allows a stable frequency of 262 Khz (or 2p18 hertz or exactly 262144 hertz!).

The Bulova Claremont collection is very stylish and has a hyper classic and endearing look.
This watch with the CURVE line has another interest… Its “3D” style dial which highlights raised numeral indexes, which seem to be machined. The case is slightly curved with an excellent fit on the wrist.
The watch measures 41 mm in diameter for a lug to lug of 51 mm. The lug to lug is 22 mm.
The Claremont weighs 78 grams and provides a light and pleasant presence when worn. 
The glass is a polycarbonate, also curved, very transparent. 
Finally, the seconds hand is polished, and highlights the continuous sweep. 
I never tire of its vintage look and its raised numbered indexes. 

The Bulova Claremont has no "LUMINESCENCE" lume on either the hands or the indexes. 
The water resistance is 30 meters. 
The button cell is a CR 2016, whose lifespan, in use, is 3 years. 
The watch has a dial with excellent visibility and readability. There are 3 variations in different colors of this watch (Black, chocolate brown and cream white). 

The Bulova Precisionist Claremont had a list price of $299 to $349 depending on the bracelet version… Today, you can find them on the second-hand market for around €150/200, for a model in perfect condition.

I really like this timepiece for everyday wear, and so… I have 4 different examples:

 The black model with indexes and double silver rim ref 96B127 for every day.
 The black model with indexes and single silver rim ref 96B128 for every day.
 The chocolate-brown model with indexes and silver rim ref 96B128 for the weekend.
 The cream-white model with gold indexes ref 98B140 for holidays...

In conclusion, thank you to Bulova for inventing and marketing these high-frequency quartz movements.
An ultra-precise and nice watch at a reasonable price.

BULOVA PRECISIONIST or Precision according to Bulova.

Ok, the T.E.R "Chic en scène" from Toulouse to Foix will leave at 12:63…

The magnificent Tokyoflash Shinjuku Station TRAIN LINE LCD watch was a limited edition that is no longer on sale on Tokyoflash.

A watch synonymous with train travel in Tokyo…
The Train Line Watch is a rare Japanese watch inspired by the electronic display panels on the platforms of Tokyo Shinjuku Station.
The city of Tokyo has the most extensive urban rail network in the world. It has more than 150 train lines and more than 2,000 stations served. Shinjuku Station, in the center of Tokyo, is the busiest in the world, with an average of 3.7 million passengers per day.
The Japanese designer of the Train Line watch worked closely with the Tokyo Odakyu railway company to perfect the details of the watch's display.
The high-quality, full-color LCD dial is a faithful reproduction of the electronic panels on the platform of Tokyo stations: Shinjuku, Fujisawa and Machida.

The watch:
The Train Line watch has a unique design and is equipped with a comfortable and adjustable black silicone strap.
An unusual and cool Japanese watch design for rail enthusiasts, train lovers and anyone who loves or is fascinated by subways and railways.
This watch comes with an exclusive gift box, designed and manufactured in Japan.
This box features iconic Tokyoflash Japan graphics.

Watch specifications:
Displays hours, minutes, seconds and days and months.
Color LCD screen with backlight.
Stainless steel case
Screwed stainless steel case back, gunmetal finish
Adjustable silicone strap that is very comfortable to wear
Strap closure with stainless steel buckle
Watch dimensions: 57 mm x 30 mm x 10 mm
Weight: 86 grams
A very serious power supply: 1 CR2032 battery and 1 CR2016 battery


What time does the next Shinkansen (新幹線) leave?

But before going to sleep: A little history of REGLIA (the watch factory) and Christian HOURRIEZ (the designer of the dial).

REGLIA was founded by VENOT & Fils. It is an old French company that sold watchmaking and jewelry tools, clocks, alarm clocks, and watches.

Radio-Télévision-Française (RTF), then later ORTF, had the good idea... to film a clock in order to tell the time to viewers!
The legendary clock appeared for the first time on TV screens; on December 24, 1959, in the form of a futuristic clock.
The Hourriez spiral clock appeared several times a day, counting down the seconds before the day's key events, such as the eight o'clock news...
Viewers could then reset their watches while watching TV.

The clock's dial was permanently placed in front of a fixed camera.
Its creator, Christian Hourriez, then aged 25, tells his story:
"In 1959, I was a student at the Ecole Boulle... One day, a teacher told us that the RTF was opening a competition to imagine an original clock dial for TV. I had the idea of distributing the hours on a spiral. The jury adopted my project. The watchmaker REGLIA acquired the reproduction rights and manufactured a series of clocks based on this model".
This television clock will be used to "open and close" all TV programs until the disappearance of ORTF on December 31, 1974.

DESCRIPTION of the watch.
Dimensions: width excluding winder 36 mm, length 41 mm at the end of the handles and 11 mm thick including glass, men's model, large for the time.
Case: "cushion" shape, in gilded metal, with screwed stainless steel back.
Glass: plexiglass, slightly domed.
Dial: unforgettable design! "Baton" hands, a central second hand and the date window at 4 o'clock.
Movement: French, JEJ = Joseph Jeambrun Maîche.
Joseph Jeambrun Company, from Maîche, manufacturer of French movements in the Besançon region. These movements are the result of partially automated manufacturing using linear transfer machines invented by the engineer Charles Collet. Ets Jeambrun disappeared in 1967 when they merged with Technic Ebauche.

This movement is therefore the Jeambrun 27D, in 11 1/2 lines format. It is equipped with an anti-shock mechanism. Mechanical with manual winding, beating with a frequency of 18,000 vibrations/hour (2.5 Hz), it has an anchor escapement, a monometallic balance (with Incabloc anti-shock mechanism) and 17 jewels, a power reserve of 47 hours.


Good night little ones, it's time for the sandman!

Where am I in the nearby COSMOS?

A timepiece that can be admired under a magnifying glass despite its 40 mm diameter.

A wealth of information on an astronomical dial!

Finally, it will be especially great topics of conversation with your friends from the astronomy club concerning:

-> The age of the Moon / Phase of the Moon / Tides and ebb
-> Elevation and direction of the moon
-> Elevation and direction of the sun
-> Complete darkness of the sky (terrestrial), astronomical twilight
-> Apparent local sidereal time
-> Elevation and direction of Sirius (Main star of the constellation of Canis Major)
-> Elevation and direction of Arcturus (Brightest star of the northern constellation of Boötes). and many others....



A COSMIC timepiece..

Citizen was founded in 1918 in Japan by Kamekichi Yakamazi of the Shokosha Watch Research Institute in Tokyo. Now one of the world's largest watch companies, recognized for its innovative watches and cutting-edge technology. The history of Citizen begins with the launch of its first pocket watch in 1924, called the "CITIZEN".
<h2 dir="ltr">History of the Citizen brand</h2>
This watch was equipped with a high-quality mechanical movement and was highly valued for its precision and reliability. It quickly gained popularity, establishing the foundation of Citizen's reputation in watchmaking.
Over the following years, Citizen continued to innovate and push the boundaries of watchmaking technology. In 1956, the company introduced the world's first pocket wristwatch, which revolutionized the way watches were worn. This innovation paved the way for a new era of more practical and functional watches. In the 1960s, Citizen released several revolutionary watches, including the Citizen Parawater, Japan's first waterproof watch, and the Citizen Cosmotron, the country's first solar-powered electronic watch. These technological advances have solidified Citizen's position as a pioneer in the watch industry.
Citizen has also played a key role in the quartz watch industry. In 1973, the company introduced the Citizen Crystron Solar Cell, the first quartz watch powered by solar energy. This innovation paved the way for a new generation of more precise and durable quartz watches with the 1976 launch of the technology&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/citizen/eco-drive">Citizen Eco-Drive</a>.
Over the decades, Citizen has continued to introduce new features and technologies into its watches. In 1993, the company launched the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/citizen/promaster_aqualand">Citizen Promaster Aqualand</a>, a diver's watch that has pushed the boundaries of underwater performance. It was equipped with features such as measuring depth and diving time, which allowed divers to explore the seabed safely.
In the 2000s, Citizen began developing ecological watches. In 2008, the company introduced the Citizen Eco-Drive Satellite Wave, the first solar-powered watch capable of receiving satellite signals for optimal accuracy around the world. This revolutionary technology eliminated the need to change batteries, providing a more durable and convenient solution for watch enthusiasts. Over the past few years, Citizen has maintained its leading position in the watch industry. The company continues to innovate in design, technology and sustainability, while maintaining its commitment to quality and precision.
Today, Citizen is a globally recognized brand, offering a wide range of watches to suit all tastes and needs. Whether for lovers of classic watches, diving watches, connected watches or sports watches, Citizen offers varied options meeting the expectations of consumers around the world. Citizen is one of the 3 major Japanese watchmaking groups with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/seiko">Seiko</a> and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/casio">Casio</a>.
The current range includes models such as&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/citizen/eco-drive">Citizen Eco-Drive</a>, <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/citizen/promaster_diver">Citizen Promaster Diver</a>, <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/citizen/tsuyosa">Citizen Tsuyoza</a>, Citizen Skyhawk or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/citizen/chronomaster">Citizen Chronomaster</a>.
<h2 dir="ltr">How much does a Citizen watch cost?</h2>
The prices of Citizen watches change regularly and vary depending on the model. Most cost between $400 and $800 depending on the models and finishes. As an example, a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/citizen/eco-drive_diver_200m">Citizen Eco-Drive</a> starts to $250 and the top of the range Citizen with the collection&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/citizen/the_citizen">The Citizen</a> oscillates between $3,000 and $7,000. Prices also fluctuate depending on the distributor, and promotions sometimes allow you to benefit from a more competitive price. The second-hand market is also an opportunity to look at to buy a cheaper Citizen.
<h2 dir="ltr">Citizen: The other giant of Japanese watchmaking</h2>
Citizen Watch is a renowned Japanese watch company with a history dating back almost a century. From its first mechanical watches to its innovations in solar energy, quartz and sustainability, Citizen has played a major role in the evolution of the watch industry. Today, Citizen continues to position itself as a global leader, offering superior quality watches combining functionality, design and innovation.
Citizen is owned by a Japanese industrial group in the same way as the brands <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/bulova">Bulova</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/alpina">Alpina</a>, Arnold &amp; Son and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/frederique_constant">Frederique Constant</a>. Citizen produces several million watches per year, all models combined. To choose the Citizen model that best suits you, Dialicious customer reviews are a valuable resource for evaluating different models through real owner experience.
Check out the <a href="https://preprod.dialicious.com/en/top/the_best_japanese_watch_brands">ranking of the best japanese watch brands</a>, including Citizen.
(Updated December 2023)

Atelier Jalaper est une marque horlog&egrave;re franco-belge fond&eacute;e en 2019 par Louis Jalaber et Simon Szleper. Elle se distingue par une approche unique qui fusionne l'horlogerie traditionnelle avec l'h&eacute;ritage automobile en int&eacute;grant des &eacute;l&eacute;ments authentiques de voitures l&eacute;gendaires dans ses montres.
<h3>Origines et Fondation</h3>
Louis Jalaber et Simon Szleper se sont rencontr&eacute;s lors de leurs &eacute;tudes &agrave; l'ESCP Europe, partageant une passion commune pour l'horlogerie et l'automobile. Leur ambition &eacute;tait de cr&eacute;er une montre qui ne se contenterait pas de s'inspirer du design automobile, mais qui int&eacute;grerait v&eacute;ritablement une partie de l'histoire automobile. Cette vision les a conduits &agrave; fonder Atelier Jalaper en 2019.
<h3>Concept et Philosophie</h3>
La philosophie d'Atelier Jalaper repose sur l'id&eacute;e de donner une nouvelle vie &agrave; des voitures embl&eacute;matiques en les int&eacute;grant dans des montres de haute qualit&eacute;. Chaque garde-temps est con&ccedil;u avec des cadrans fabriqu&eacute;s &agrave; partir de pi&egrave;ces authentiques de voitures l&eacute;gendaires, offrant ainsi aux passionn&eacute;s une connexion tangible avec l'histoire automobile.
<h3>Collections et Mod&egrave;les</h3>
Collection DB5
La premi&egrave;re collection d'Atelier Jalaper rend hommage &agrave; l'Aston Martin DB5, une ic&ocirc;ne des ann&eacute;es 1960. Les cadrans de ces montres sont d&eacute;coup&eacute;s dans le capot en aluminium d'une v&eacute;ritable DB5, conf&eacute;rant &agrave; chaque pi&egrave;ce une patine unique. La collection comprend quatre mod&egrave;les :
<ul>
<li>AJ001-S : Mod&egrave;le avec affichage de la date, bo&icirc;tier en acier inoxydable</li>
<li>AJ001-B : Version avec bo&icirc;tier en PVD noir</li>
<li>AJ002-S : Mod&egrave;le avec affichage du jour et de la date, bo&icirc;tier en acier inoxydable</li>
<li>AJ002-B : Version avec bo&icirc;tier en PVD noir</li>
</ul>
Ces montres sont &eacute;quip&eacute;es de mouvements automatiques Miyota, offrant une r&eacute;serve de marche de 42 heures.
Collection Miura
La deuxi&egrave;me collection s'inspire de la Lamborghini Miura, souvent consid&eacute;r&eacute;e comme la premi&egrave;re supercar au monde. Les cadrans sont fabriqu&eacute;s &agrave; partir de pi&egrave;ces authentiques de la Miura, et la collection propose plusieurs variantes :
<ul>
<li>AJ-P400-V : Version avec r&eacute;haut vert</li>
<li>AJ-P400-N : Version avec r&eacute;haut noir</li>
<li>AJ-P400-O : Version avec r&eacute;haut orange</li>
<li>AJ-P400-B : Version avec r&eacute;haut bleu</li>
</ul>
Ces mod&egrave;les sont anim&eacute;s par des mouvements &agrave; remontage manuel Sellita SW270-1 M, offrant une r&eacute;serve de marche d'environ 45 heures.
Collection Jaguar Type E
La troisi&egrave;me collection s'inspire de la Jaguar Type E, l'une des autos les plus reconnaissables entre toutes. Les cadrans sont fabriqu&eacute;s &agrave; partir de pi&egrave;ces authentiques d'une Jaguar Type E semi-lightweight de 1962, et la collection propose deux variantes :
<ul>
<li>AJ-003-B : Version au cadran stri&eacute;</li>
<li>AJ-003-W : Version au cadran noir anodis&eacute;</li>
</ul>
Ces mod&egrave;les sont anim&eacute;s par des mouvements &agrave; remontage automatique Sellita SW300-1, offrant une r&eacute;serve de marche d'environ 42 heures.
<h3>Processus de Fabrication et Savoir-Faire</h3>
Atelier Jalaper collabore avec des artisans et des experts horlogers bas&eacute;s &agrave; La Chaux-de-Fonds, en Suisse, pour assurer une qualit&eacute; exceptionnelle. Le processus de fabrication implique une d&eacute;coupe pr&eacute;cise des pi&egrave;ces automobiles pour cr&eacute;er des cadrans uniques, suivie d'un assemblage minutieux pour garantir la fiabilit&eacute; et l'esth&eacute;tique de chaque montre.
<h3>Engagement envers l'Authenticit&eacute; et l'Innovation</h3>
La marque s'engage &agrave; pr&eacute;server l'authenticit&eacute; des mat&eacute;riaux utilis&eacute;s tout en innovant dans le design et la fonctionnalit&eacute;. Chaque montre est num&eacute;rot&eacute;e et porte en elle l'&acirc;me de la voiture dont elle est issue, offrant aux collectionneurs et aux passionn&eacute;s une pi&egrave;ce de l'histoire automobile &agrave; leur poignet.
<h3>R&eacute;ception et Perspectives d'Avenir</h3>
Depuis son lancement, Atelier Jalaper a re&ccedil;u des retours positifs pour son concept novateur et la qualit&eacute; de ses montres. La marque continue d'explorer de nouvelles collaborations avec des voitures l&eacute;gendaires, &eacute;largissant ainsi sa collection et renfor&ccedil;ant sa position unique &agrave; l'intersection de l'horlogerie et de l'automobile.
En conclusion, Atelier Jalaper se distingue par sa capacit&eacute; &agrave; fusionner l'art horloger avec l'h&eacute;ritage automobile, cr&eacute;ant des montres qui racontent une histoire unique et offrent une exp&eacute;rience &eacute;motionnelle aux passionn&eacute;s des deux univers.
Inspirez-vous des avis clients Dialicious pour choisir la montre Atelier Jalaper qui vous convient le mieux. D&eacute;couvrez &eacute;galement le <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/top/les_meilleures_marques_de_montres_de_sports_mecaniques">classement des marques de montres inspir&eacute;es du sport automobile</a>.
(Mise &agrave; jour Mars 2025)

Atelier Jalaper is a Franco-Belgian watch brand founded in 2019 by Louis Jalaber and Simon Szleper. It is distinguished by a unique approach that merges traditional watchmaking with automotive heritage by integrating authentic elements of legendary cars into its watches.
<h3 dir="ltr">Origins and Foundation</h3>
Louis Jalaber and Simon Szleper met during their studies at ESCP Europe, sharing a common passion for watchmaking and automobiles. Their ambition was to create a watch that would not only be inspired by automotive design, but would truly incorporate a part of automotive history. This vision led them to found Atelier Jalaper in 2019.
<h3 dir="ltr">Concept and Philosophy</h3>
Atelier Jalaper's philosophy is based on the idea of ​​giving new life to iconic cars by integrating them into high-quality watches. Each timepiece is designed with dials made from authentic parts from legendary cars, providing enthusiasts with a tangible connection to automotive history.
<h3 dir="ltr">Collections and Models</h3>
Collection DB5
Atelier Jalaper's first collection pays homage to the Aston Martin DB5, an icon of the 1960s. The dials of these watches are cut from the aluminum cover of a real DB5, giving each piece a unique patina. The collection includes four models:
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AJ001-S: Model with date display, stainless steel case
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AJ001-B:&nbsp;Version with black PVD case
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AJ002-S: Model with day and date display, stainless steel case
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AJ002-B: Version with black PVD case
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These watches are equipped with Miyota automatic movements, offering a power reserve of 42 hours.
Collection Miura
The second collection is inspired by the Lamborghini Miura, often considered the world's first supercar. The dials are made from authentic Miura parts, and the collection offers several variations:
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AJ-P400-V: Version with green flange
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AJ-P400-N: Version with black flange
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AJ-P400-O: Version with orange flange
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AJ-P400-B: Version with blue flange
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These models are powered by Sellita SW270-1 M hand-wound movements, offering a power reserve of approximately 45 hours.
Jaguar E-Type Collection
The third collection is inspired by the Jaguar E-Type, one of the most recognizable cars of all. The dials are made from genuine parts from a 1962&nbsp;Jaguar E-Type semi-lightweight, and the collection offers two variants:
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AJ-003-B: Version with vertically brushed dial
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AJ-003-W: Version with black anodized dial
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These models are driven by Sellita SW300-1 self-winding movements, offering a power reserve of approximately 42 hours.
<h3 dir="ltr">Manufacturing Process and Know-How</h3>
Atelier Jalaper collaborates with artisans and watchmaking experts based in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, to ensure exceptional quality. The manufacturing process involves precise cutting of automotive parts to create unique dials, followed by careful assembly to ensure the reliability and aesthetics of each watch.
<h3 dir="ltr">Commitment to Authenticity and Innovation</h3>
The brand is committed to preserving the authenticity of the materials used while innovating in design and functionality. Each watch is numbered and carries within it the soul of the car from which it comes, offering collectors and enthusiasts a piece of automotive history on their wrist.
<h3 dir="ltr">Reception and Future Prospects</h3>
Since its launch, Atelier Jalaper has received positive feedback for its innovative concept and the quality of its watches. The brand continues to explore new collaborations with legendary cars, expanding its collection and strengthening its unique position at the intersection of watchmaking and automobiles.&nbsp;In conclusion, Atelier Jalaper stands out for its ability to merge the art of watchmaking with automotive heritage, creating watches that tell a unique story and offer an emotional experience to enthusiasts of both worlds.
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(Updated March 2025)

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