After having fallen for the first version of the Amphibian 250 Black Sea during the Kickstarter campaign, new acquisition of this model in the Red Viper version limited to 136 copies.

A few developments including a major one, the caliber goes from Seiko NH-38 to Sellita SW-200.

Thank you Eska for this long-awaited update that will retain the loyalty of customers who trusted you at the launch of the first series.

Pretty smoked red dial and slightly lightened bezel make this model super endearing, with a very original vintage style, particularly mounted on the brand's new metal bracelet.

Looking forward to a new launch to continue the adventure with Eska...



ESKA AMPHIBIAN 250 RED VIPER

A design and technical piece at the same time, this model, a reference of the brand, is a pure success in its GMT version with green dial. This very original case is modern and vintage at the same time. References to the 70s and perfect finishes, this watch is full of details (hands, dial, case back) ... A real pleasure for the eyes.

A watch with a generously sized shape, no more hesitation once placed on my wrist. It will be mine 👌

A magnificent dress watch that provides real style and real emotion!!!

March LA.B AM2 GMT AUTOMATIC Grall

This extra large (and automatic of course) model of the iconic Tank Must by Cartier is timeless. I think that it is with experience and love of beautiful watches that we necessarily end up appreciating its sobriety, its simplicity, its finesse, and its refinement. For my collection, it is the piece of maturity.

Sporty, dressy, or casual, it goes with all styles and in all conditions.

Discreet, light, and so present at the same time, it is the watch that I ultimately wear most often

There is nothing to add 😀



CARTIER TANK MUST XL AUTOMATIC

Great opportunity to add a Navygraph to my collection, this limited series of 200 pieces for the launch of this model equipped with the new Yema CMM 20 manufacture caliber.

This version is characterized by its minimalist and chic style without losing its diver's DNA (300m water resistance)

Simple but neat finishes, deep black dial (difficult to show off in a photo), applied indexes, and sapphire black bezel. The details that I like: Yellow second hand and "Navygraph" screen printing that energize the dial, chamfers that extend to the crown protector, sapphire crystal caseback revealing this new micro rotor caliber.

The 39mm and 9mm thick case is perfect for my wrist...

Small downside on the leather strap a little stiff and not very pleasant to wear (to my taste). It will probably soften over time.



Yema Navygraph CMM20

Field watch of the brand, this model is the image of the quality offered by Serica…

The finishes are superb, alternating brushed polish on the horns and the case. The California dial is top with its alternation of Roman numerals, Arabic, and indexes at 12 3 6 and 9:00.

Its Bonklip bracelet is light and of good quality.

Associated with its COSC movement, this watch is an ideal daily both chic and sporty.


Serica 6190 California

Fan of the PRX 80 and nostalgic for the cartoons of my youth, it is impossible to miss this PRX special series Grendizer aka Goldorak for French speakers.

We will not go back over the technical characteristics of this model, the details in reference to the series are numerous… Dial, second hand, engravings on the case back, flange, and the oscillating weight.

All these elements associated with the "spazer" case and the illustrated box make this series a collector's set for the big kids that we are 🙂


Tissot PRX Goldorak

A breath of fresh air this 5303 diver!!!

An innovative design, here in its blue version… The blue-black of the abyssal depths.

The finishes are top notch, original double graduation bezel, brushed case with large polished and plunging chamfers on the horns, fine mesh bracelet with brushed end pieces that ensure comfort when worn and beautiful integration, large crown as practical as it is aesthetic.

In short, full of details, this watch with an innovative design exudes quality and modernity, while retaining its diver's toolwatch DNA.

To wear in any circumstance, sporty, chic, sporty-chic, and that's it 😀



Serica 5303 PREVENTION

We no longer present this model that has become iconic of the brand and remains in my opinion one of the best value for money of all Swiss brands combined.

3rd in my collection after the green dial and the special series "Goldo" 🙂, this new Carbon version is the best!!!

Case and dial in black and gray marbled forged carbon, black rubber strap, sapphire case back and black PVD steel.

This model is incredibly simple, discreet, pleasant to wear with its 75gr on the scale, but remains very technical at the same time.

A little more expensive than its little sisters, the investment is nevertheless worthwhile to appreciate on the wrist a PRX 80 that goes everywhere, modern, and ultra light…

Tissot PRX 80 Carbone

Passionate about divers, this C-02 seduced me with its hyper originality marked by its unique bezel, its circular brushed dial (the brand logo is great and the colorful C-02 inscription gives a touch of pep), and by its beautiful France Ebauches movement (visible on mine because I chose the "openworked background" configuration)

This "heritage" series remains however very technical with its brushed case which inspires the robustness expected on a tool watch.

I find that the whole gives this 100% French watch a feeling of reliability, originality and dynamism, while remaining sober and discreet.

This Marégraphe is in my opinion the coolest of the series.



Akrone C-02 Heritage Maréographe

Love at first sight when I saw this little Spirit in 39 mm, and I really loved this steel & gold version that I finally bought.

This GMT pilot is super original and remains very understated despite the presence of gold on the bezel, crown, hands, indexes, and the beautiful hooping at the base of the flange.

Initially on a steel bracelet with excellent finishes, I like to wear it on this black nato that only lets the attributes and finishes of the watch stand out. The balance between the gold, steel, anthracite dial, and chocolate bezel is incredible.

This beauty is powered by the COSC-certified L844.4 4-hand GMT movement.

This watch will definitely stay in my collection 👌



Longines Spirit Zulu Time 39 or

Small C1000, well-known diver from the Ollech & Wajs brand, here in a limited series of 100 pieces for the 70th anniversary of the FAGN "Forces Aeriennes de la Gendarmerie Nationale"

Blue hands, gendarmerie logo, special bezel, and case back engraved for the occasion.

Mounted on blue nato and driven by a Newton caliber, this version retains the 1000m specs and exudes the quality of the original C1000.

A very cool piece 👌

Ollech limited series

A must-have in a collection, the Navitimer needs no introduction.

This version is part of a limited series of 2000 copies for the launch of the first Navi equipped with the Breitling 01 caliber (transparent back, white gold logo, etc.)

Note the Air Racer bracelet called "Gainsbourg" in reference to the singer 👌

Breitling Navitimer B01

Much commented on the networks, this reissue of the Amphibian 250 is extremely endearing.

Despite the NH38 caliber being highly criticized for a watch priced at 1200E, I do not regret this purchase on Kickstarter at all…

Top-notch case finishes, very good quality tropical strap, dial and bezel respect the codes of this legendary diver.

Only good, except indeed the caliber that feels low-end when handling the crown…


ESKA Amphibian 250

This version 35705000 driven by the Omega 1861 caliber is the second watch in my collection acquired in 2011 just after my sub.

After all these years, still the same intense pleasure to wind it up to wake it up.

Nothing more to say about this icon presented so many times.

A must have that will remain in my collection for life.



Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch

This version of the PRX80 in 40 mm with a green dial is versatile. Very easy to wear, it goes perfectly with every situation…. Sport, chic, leisure, work.

When I hesitate over my choice of the day, it is this one that very often wins the bet.

What I like, its integrated bracelet, its 70's type case, and its green dial that plays very well with the light.

In short, an excellent quality-price ratio to treat yourself and add color to your collection.



Tissot PRX 80 Automatic

We are not going to re-present this BB58 model…

My Navy Blue is my daily watch par excellence, associated with its sister Pelagos 39.

Perfect combination of versatility, alternation, simplicity, reliability, and efficiency.

This watch is perfect, almost too perfect… But so endearing.

What I prefer, the depth of its blue…

This Tudor, the most coherent piece in my collection.



Ma daily watch

The history of the Squale brand associated with this limited series of 50 pieces, make this 1521 Montredo X Squale a super endearing diver.

This version brings to the 1521 a more urban and sober touch, while retaining the toolwatch DNA of the original.

Very nice success !!!

To wear in relaxed weekend mode 👌 



Montredo X Squale

My SUB 14060M, what can I say… An icon often copied but that nothing replaces. The diver that we want to see enthroned in our collection.

This “no date” reference combines simplicity and sobriety with its aluminum bezel, to my taste, more discreet than the references that will succeed it.

If there were to be only one left, it would be this one of course…

Rolex Submariner 14060M

My Santos 100, a piece of aviation history associated with the height of French chic, this Cartier is essential, and extreme in this XL version ref 2656.

Despite its bodybuilder case and bracelet, it sits wonderfully on my wrist, and imposes itself with finesse despite its almost 200 grams.

Its dial is simple and effective, Roman numerals obligatory…

I wear it in all circumstances, suit or floral shirt 😀


CARTIER SANTOS DUMONT  100 XL

First edition of the Superman Heritage 63 in a limited series of 1000 copies released in 2020, this model is equipped with the famous tortoiseshell bracelet also limited to 500 copies out of 1000.

Apart from this famous unique tortoiseshell bracelet, a real gem of the brand (except the rather cheap clasp), this watch is a direct tribute to the 1963 diver and takes up its codes, which gives it a very vintage side with the most beautiful effect. Black lacquered dial, applied and circled indexes, domed sapphire, green lumi, date window also circled, in short a multitude of details that make this model (39 mm) unique with very neat finishes. The photos speak for themselves. A must-have in your collection of divers...



Almost perfect

Focus on a Roro…. The Datejust 41 blue dial. What can I say???? Wearing a Rolex is always an indescribable experience that must be lived to appreciate the high level of finishing of the brand. This Datejust is just perfect in terms of comfort and aesthetics. The dial goes through all the shades of blue depending on the lighting, which also highlights the multitude of aesthetic details that make up the elements of this model. In short, a simple, effective and chic watch that I wear regularly like all those in my collection…

Datejust 41 blue

This ORIS Propilot is perfect if you are looking for the codes of a basic "aero DNA" toolwatch.

I really like EVERYTHING about this watch:

Grey PVD steel case, black case back open to the caliber, high quality fabric strap, black PVD folding clasp using the codes of seat belts, simple and ultra-readable matte black dial with white luminova numerals and a very discreet date at 3:00, domed glass, full black second hand with red tip, probably as a reminder of the caliber, ultra-practical screwed big crown for handling the beast, chiseled crown and case back, all in 41mm that wears like a 39.

I can't find any competitors for it today...

One of the 3 UFOs (I will present the other 2 later 😀) in my collection of divers

You will have understood, I love it and it keeps its place in my daily watches.



ORIS BIG CROWN PROPILOT

The Speedmaster is an essential diver to keep in your collection. Like its sister the Speedmaster, the Seamaster is indeed an Omega "master".

Powerful, ultra modern and timeless, the case, bezel and bracelet shine brightly.

In the blue version, the dial (color and waves) truly lives according to the light and the direction of the gaze... the date appears at 6:00 in white on a blue background and blends in very discreetly without unbalancing the whole. A nod to the hands and the super bi-color lumi-nova.... See photo.

In short, a beautiful piece that I enjoy wearing regularly on the weekend, but which remains very present on the wrist with its 42mm and almost 200 gr.



Essential Omega

A basic to have in your collection. The ideal diver of the moment with its 39 mm, it ticks all the boxes and replaces my 14065M (which I keep of course...). This new Pelagos, in tandem with my BB58 Navy Blue, is the winning daily combo. I love its ceramic bezel with matte and shiny reflections depending on the lighting, and which brings a touch of modernity associated with the square indexes and its hands symbolizing the brand. I consume without moderation!!!

DAILY

The Swiss watch brand Eska, founded in 1918 by Sylvain Kocher in Selzach, has distinguished itself by the quality and diversity of its creations. The name "Eska" comes from its founder's initials "S" and "K", pronounced in German. From its beginnings, Eska has specialized in manufacturing high quality ladies' watches, using small movements, ranging from 6 1/2 lines up to two 3/4 line baguettes.
<h2 dir="ltr">Expansion and Development</h2>
Faced with growing demand, Eska moved in 1937 to Granges (Grenchen), a town renowned for its watchmaking industry. This relocation allowed the brand to increase its production capacity and diversify its models. Eska has also adopted an ambitious export strategy, expanding into international markets such as the United States and Latin America.
In 1929, two subsidiaries were established in S&atilde;o Paulo and New York, headed respectively by Edgar and Walter Kocher, the founder's sons. The brand has distinguished itself by its watchmaking diversity, offering three-hand watches, complications, and even cloisonn&eacute; enamel dials, evidence of true watchmaking and artisanal know-how.
<h2 dir="ltr">Product Diversification</h2>
Beyond ladies' watches, Eska has expanded its range to include waterproof chronographs, simple chronographs and various sports watches. This diversification has strengthened the brand's reputation on the watch market. After World War II, Eska employed around 100 watchmakers, reflecting its significant growth.
<h2 dir="ltr">The Amphibian 600: A Historic Diving Watch</h2>
In the 1960s, Eska made watchmaking history with the introduction of the Amphibian 600, a diving watch that has become legendary. This model was distinguished by a 37.5 mm steel case, a rotating bezel with an acrylic insert and an A. Schild movement (AS 1382) with a power reserve indicator at noon. Although few examples of the Amphibian 600 are still in circulation, it remains a particularly popular piece among collectors.
<h2 dir="ltr">Decline and Renaissance</h2>
Despite its success, Eska ceased operations at the end of the 1980s, a victim of the quartz crisis which disrupted the Swiss watch industry.
However, in January 2024, the brand was relaunched by two watch enthusiasts, Christophe Chevreton and Sinicha Knezevic. They introduced the Eska Amphibian 250, a modern interpretation of the Eska Amphibian 600, featuring a 40mm case, a unidirectional sapphire bezel and a Seiko NH-38 automatic movement. This new version was offered for pre-order with a Kickstarter campaign which will attract nearly 500 enthusiasts for more than &euro;400,000.
Building on the success of this reinterpretation, particularly thanks to its retro design, the brand introduced two variations such as the Eska Amphibian 250 White Shark Featuring an elegant cream dial and the scorching Eska Amphibian 250 Red Viper (limited series of 136 pieces). These last two versions illustrate the responsiveness and ability to listen of the founders, since they integrate a Sellita SW200 movement instead of the Seiko NH-38 caliber which had not received the full support of the collector community.
<h2 dir="ltr">Conclusion</h2>
Eska embodies the innovation and resilience of Swiss watchmaking. From its beginnings in 1918 to its rebirth in 2024, the brand has evolved and adapted to the challenges of time, while preserving its heritage and commitment to quality. Today, Eska once again appeals to watch lovers looking for resolutely modern pieces in their design, and anchored in a historical trajectory.
To choose the Eska that suits you best, Dialicious owners' reviews are a valuable resource for evaluating each of the different models through real owner experience.
(Updated November 2024)

Hi,
Today I share with you my opinion on the Eska Red Viper. This is a variation of the Amphibian 250 in 136 copies, a watch unveiled a little before Christmas 2024. I hesitated for a long time to take the plunge, having a large number of watches at the top of my list. The trigger was this very beautiful red dial, something that I do not have in my collection.

In the end, no regrets, it is a watch with a nice presence, very pleasant, a complete packaging: the black nato, the red tropic and the famous Ladder bracelet.

Specifications:

Diameter 40mm
Thickness 13.5mm
Solid caseback
SW200 movement
Double domed sapphire crystal

Very easy to change the bracelet thanks to the quick pumps, be careful when removing the links on the Ladder bracelet, you need to have the right tools because driving out the pins can take time and be quite difficult.
Otherwise, what we remember the most is really this dial, a very beautiful red, but not a bright red.

In short, a beautiful diver, a toolwatch that deserves to spend its time outside.

Very nice variation

A very endearing vintage look, which triggers smiles around me!!! A kikstarter that worked impressively. A very beautiful watch! 
A community of enthusiasts via a Whatsapp group!
3 bracelets with the box, a fourth as an option from Jean Rousseau of SUPER quality! but... not my size and no solution... Too bad.
On the other hand, an entry-level NH38 movement from Seiko, solid but perhaps not the most precise in this price range. Too bad. I hope that an upgrade will be offered.
A unidirectional bezel that seems fragile to see over time.


A striking comeback A vintage look in a modern size.

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&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.
<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&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.
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&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.
(Updated October 2024)

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