My favorite micro-brand! Formex is known for its quality products, and this Reef 42mm is no exception.
With a flawless construction, this diver does the job and even more! Its innovative interchangeable bezel system really makes it a must-have! Indeed, you just have to unclip the bezel, by hand, no tools needed and it only takes about ten seconds maximum, and you completely change the look of your watch. I would like to point out that it is extremely reliable, once in place it does not move at all. The design is perfect, the time is extremely readable, and the strap is very comfortable, of great quality too, and the buckle with micro adjustment is simply perfect. Water-resistant to 300 m, COSC-certified chronometer movement, this diver is truly of flawless quality, and this is surely the reason why Formex is a micro brand on the rise. Simply superb.

Innovative & functional

What a great discovery! I had been watching the Venezianico brand for a while, and I set my sights on the chronograph model of this small brand that is on the rise. The first impression is really excellent, everything is of excellent quality, whether it is the case or the bracelet, the dial, the hands or the crown, everything is perfectly executed. In addition to that, it embeds the Seiko NE88A movement, which is simply excellent, integrated construction (the movement is designed from the start to be a Chronograph movement without adding a module, with column wheels and vertical clutch, offering a power reserve of 56 hours.
The case is 42 mm, but the impression on the wrist is greatly reduced, because the tachymeter scale is inserted at the level of the flange, and not in a classic way on the bezel.
It is a magnificent tricompax Chronograph, with a proud appearance, emanating from a brand that we hear more and more about.
It is simply superb.

Superb & technical

2nd Victorinox in my collection, I had the Carbon and titanium version before, but had to sell it to finance another watch project at the time, I always regretted this sale. Having sworn to myself to take another one, and not liking the feeling of having done anything and buying a watch a second time, I decided to go for the steel version this time, with the blue dial, and I really don't regret it! What a beautiful piece! It's really a beautiful feeling when you put it on your wrist, the impression of robustness, a piece of steel cut from the mass, with this very beautiful bracelet and its H links, the blue guilloche dial, superb and of exemplary readability, it's a superb watch. The case back is transparent, we also appreciate it. It's really a Swiss made G-Shock, with a more chic side all in steel.
For sure and certain, this one, I'm keeping it!

Robust and superb at the same time

1st Tudor and instantly I became a fan boy :)
Everything is there, the quality is omnipresent whether it is the case, the dials and the indexes, the crown, the Manufacture Caliber MT5602 (COSC), self-winding mechanical movement with bidirectional rotor system and offering 70 hours of power reserve. And even the bracelet that I find very comfortable, the buckle is very beautiful and very easy to open and close. These famous fake rivets do not bother me more than that, we do not see them and forget them very quickly, even if I agree that at this price, and the brand image of such a house, real rivets were probably the least we could do.
A small detail also on this Black Bay, and never seen elsewhere at other houses, when you turn the bezel and return to the initial 0 position, you feel like it's slightly blocked, which means that you can put your bezel back in place without even looking at it, impossible to go too far and do a complete turn, it's a small detail, but it's exactly what we like! In short, completely charmed, so much so that I just bought the reverse panda chrono version! Yes, I've become a fan boy of the brand and I own up to it :)

Classic, timeless & iconic

We know the famous slogan concerning the Bell & Ross style, a circle in a square, and that's exactly what this BR 03-92 Diver looks like, and it's always very successful! The crown guard as well as the black and steel crown bring a touch of robustness and design that I really appreciate on this model. The dial and the indexes are superb, and I like the shape of the hour and minute hands although their criticism would be that depending on the inclination of the watch, they are almost invisible, only the Luminova parts are visible which makes the hands very thin visually.
Everything else is beautifully done, and the bracelet is super comfortable, very soft and flexible, no discomfort after hours of wearing it.
The technical part is great, with an anti-magnetism standard ISO 764, anti-shock protection ISO 1413, and international standard ISO 6425 for diving watches whose specifications are 12 pages long :)

A magnificent introduction for me to the Bell & Ross house, which is a brand that I particularly like.


A diver in a square

New arrival and not the least, I had been looking for one for several months, a Speedmaster Racing reference 326.32.40.50.04.001

Wow effect when opening the box, it's striking these touches of yellow on a white & black panda dial, with the logo on the strap it's super modern and sporty, love at first sight.
The specs are top-notch with the co-axial escapement among others, and the caliber 3330 and its officially certified chronometer,.
A very beautiful important piece in my collection with its history (the speedmaster being first intended for time measurements on a racing circuit before going to the moon, it's a bit of a return to the sources,) but in a modernized and punchy version, with a DNA that is very present.
I am under the spell :)


A punchy Speedmaster!

This is my first Armand Nicolet and I am absolutely not disappointed by the services offered by this luxury Swiss watch manufacturer located in Tramelan, a mountain village in the Bernese Jura. founded in 1875.
Indeed this watch is made of titanium (case + pin buckle) which gives it a featherweight of 100g all round with the bracelet, a diameter of 45mm for a thickness of 12.7mm, yes it is a large watch but the very short horns greatly reduce the general visual of the case and fits perfectly on my 17.5cm wrist.
The dial and the time and date information are perfectly readable and quickly, which is an essential point for me. The 3 white hands on the black dial have a lot to do with it! Speaking of the dial, I really like the overall style of it with the raised numbers and the indexes with white outlines as well, while the flange is also black with white numbers, which offers a perfect contrast. The shape of the hands and the second hand with its yellow and red tip is perfectly consistent with the whole. The trapezoidal date window is also very original. 
Another point that I love is the crown circled with black rubber which allows a perfect grip in addition to giving it a very nice design, and which perfectly recalls the uvula also black on its edge and steel on the upper face, in short a very beautiful set that catches the eye. 
The movement is an ETA 2834-2, reliable and precise, with a power reserve of 40 hours, nothing to say about it it's Swiss and that's it! 
The watch is water-resistant to 300m, perfect for not worrying about it when swimming or other aquatic activities. In conclusion, it is a watch that I appreciate a lot on a daily basis, very pleasant on the wrist, we completely forget it due to its lightness, rather discreet, no polished steel that shines and attracts attention, while wearing a piece full of details with the Swiss made label which is a pleasure.

Lightweight, versatile and comfortable

I bought this Hamilton a short while ago and I can't explain it, but I can't live without it! It's really beautiful, the finishes are exemplary, the design is quite atypical with its round case resting on a barrel-shaped caseband that reveals openwork corners at 1:30, 4:30, 7:30 and 10:30. This design is indeed inspired by a model from the 1920s, the Piping Rock. And I still find it so fashionable today! It gives it a real personality and is a change from the endless diving models that all look the same, it must be said. 
I also love the comfort of the integrated bracelet whose curve perfectly matches the curve of the wrist and this pin buckle with the H logo that looks great. I really repeat it, this watch is incredibly comfortable 
The onboard movement is an ETA 2824 which guarantees the watch reliability and precision. The bezel is also technical and superb with a black rubber overmolding on a steel base, revealing the numbers and indexes in relief, it is very technical and the result is magnificent.
And for those who wonder why the number 0 instead of 12, it is a reference to the Hamilton BeLOWZERO model, the presence of this 0 being there to remind that the Khaki Navy Sub is a waterproof watch and therefore designed to go below zero level - that is to say underwater. Quite a program :)
You will have understood this Hamilton Khaki Navy Sub and far from being a simple and soulless watch, drawing its design from the past while using very contemporary techniques, those who made one of my favorite models and now almost my daily, I wear it very regularly.

Versatile & endearing

San Martin is known in the world of tribute watches for being one of the best brands, offering premium quality finishes and a very interesting quality-price ratio, with certainly a higher price than many Chinese competitors who generally range between 80 and 150 €, but quality comes at a price and this model costs around 350 €.
It is therefore obviously a strong tribute to the Patek Philippe Nautilus 5740, with a flawless construction and great beauty.
The on-board movement is a Miyota 9120, automatic and multifunction, which displays the date, day and month in addition to a 24-hour indication, all on 3 sub-dials arranged at 3/6/9 o'clock.
The only small downside is precisely this date window at 4:30 which breaks the harmony and symmetry of the dial I find.
The Dial is just incredible. Beautiful reflections in natural light, the blue is really superb (dark blue ref) and the horizontal lines as well as the San Martin logo add a very classy and controlled touch.
The bracelet is just as successful, extremely comfortable, superb with its brushed and polished finish, it greatly contributes to the beauty of this piece.
It is a very classy, chic and very comfortable watch that brings a nice touch of elegance.
As you will have understood, I am a big fan of this San Martin and it has its place in my collection next to my much more expensive Swiss watches.

A high quality tribute!

This watch from the Swiss brand Le Jour Rally Monte-Carlo (ref RMC-003) had been catching my eye for a while now, as I own another automatic Chronograph from the same brand, every time I went to their website to see the different models and colors available, I couldn't help but end up on the page of this Rally Monte-Carlo telling myself that one day it would be mine, and that day has arrived. What I immediately liked about this model was the shape of the case, with a little mix between the Nautilus and its lugs on the side, and the screwed crowns/pushers reminiscent of a Royal Oak chronograph (8 sides versus 6 however for the small difference). In short, the best of both worlds combined in 1 watch, with in addition a dial of the most beautiful effect and its horizontal lines as well as its perfectly readable day/date window. The indexes and hands are silver-colored and perfectly made, offering immediate and immediate readability of the time at first glance.
The bracelet is just as sublime, very comfortable, robust and offers pleasant flexibility. The case back is transparent and reveals the Swiss Sellita SW500 movement nicely decorated with the Le Jour logo on the rotor.
Its 40mm diameter is perfect for most wrists, and despite its 14.5mm thickness, it remains very easy to wear with any type of outfit, whether casual or more dressy. The distance from lug to lug is 48mm.
I love wearing this watch every day, it offers a real presence on the wrist, but also knows how to be discreet. I think it is really elegant, it has become one of my favorite pieces in my collection.

Superb automatic chronograph

My first TAG Heuer and I set my sights on the Carrera Calibre heuer 01 model. I had wanted to buy it for a while, having been immediately won over by the very chic and sporty look and at the same time very contemporary of this chronograph. I hesitated for a long time with the skeleton version but I finally opted for the full black dial version, with its superb micro-perforated black rubber strap with a design that is also very modern, in addition to being incredibly comfortable, and so practical with its folding clasp.
What can I say except that it is fine watchmaking made with care and without fault, the ceramic bezel is superb with the gray tachymeter scale, the 43mm case is entirely brushed except for the ends of the horns, all equipped with a domed sapphire crystal. Note that the transparent back is also made of sapphire crystal.
Transparent caseback revealing the manufacture chronograph movement, the Heuer 01 caliber, equipped with a visible red column wheel, and a black oscillating weight of the most beautiful effect. Offering a comfortable power reserve of 50 hours, and equipped with a balance wheel oscillating at 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz), 39 jewels, this caliber is very reliable and efficient.
Only small downside, the thickness of the watch which is 16 mm, I would have liked one or two millimeters less.
This TAG Heuer really respects the codes of the brand, namely car racing, with this little touch of red here and there on the dial and on the chronograph hands, the whole thing is in very nice contrast with the black and steel, it is a complete visual success, for me in any case, it is everything I like in a watch.

A chic and contemporary chronograph

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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