Nivada F77 Titanium Meteorite:
Vintage design and modern technology for a perfect alliance.
I tried to photograph this dial as best I could to be able to show as accurately as possible all the reflections it takes in the light; we look at it endlessly.
Grade 5 titanium brings lightness, comfort to wear but also, with its subtle gray tint, a beautiful aesthetic harmony with the dial.
It is also "warmer" than steel, difficult to explain for me, it is my first titanium watch.
The case is very well finished with an alternation of polished and brushed, special mention for the well-aligned screws.
I have a large wrist (19.5 cm before the red wine) and I find that this 37 mm sits rather well, according to my tastes of course.
Negative point, because you always need some to improve: there is a small space between the case and the beginning of the bracelet.
In conclusion, for me it is the best watch with an integrated bracelet in its price category, unique with this tapered/striated dial specific to the meteorite that I never tire of.

Titanium/meteorite alliance

Marathon supplies watches to various military corps and it is in this context that the Navigator was developed in collaboration with Kelly Air Force Base in 1986.
Mine is an allocation for the US NAVY of June 2004, "full set" as some like to say, with the date engraved on the case back.
It is a quartz watch with an asymmetrical composite case, matte finish, bidirectional bezel, fixed horn, 6 ATM.
All the charm comes, in my opinion, from the luminescent tritium gas tubes on the indexes and hands.
Negative point, it always needs some: I would have preferred a steel case and not plastic, uh composite.
In the end, a rather divisive watch for a tool that respects military specifications, at a very reasonable price.



Marathon Navigator Prize Pool

A watch that embodies both timeless elegance and practical functionality, sporting a vintage design inspired by iconic aviator watches of the past. 

The red/burgundy dial plays perfectly with the light, while the distinctively styled Arabic numerals and the railway are enhanced by cathedral hands and the "date pointer". 
Finally, a well-integrated date on a watch! 

The 40 mm case, the fluted bezel (repeated around the case back), the screwed "large crown" and a thickness of 12 mm with a domed glass make it a watch balanced between presence on the wrist and wearability. Here on a cork strap, I also wear it on its original leather, a "vintage" tropic or even a Milanese mesh that echoes its bezel. 

For me, it is the almost perfect daily watch.

Oris essential with timeless style

Where to start and how to be concise with this piece? Come on, I'll start.
First of all, I gave myself a few months before writing this review, because I was afraid of being in a "honeymoon" with this watch and not being objective enough. 4 months later I'm still in the clouds.

The proportions of the case (39 mm in diameter for 46.5 mm between lugs and 12.2 mm thick) are perfect, even for big wrists like me (19.5 cm) and the polished and brushed finishes, both circular or linear, especially on the lugs, are done with crazy accuracy.
The large screw-down crown and the wide double bezel (ceramic/steel insert) bring the little muscular side, which this diver needs.
And this crystalline blue, which gives its name to this watch, is magnificent. Sometimes gray, blue or green, it is resolutely modern and retro at the same time or "faded" or even "aged in the sun".
The Broad Arrow hands and the soft iron cage that makes this watch antimagnetic completely contribute to reinforcing the vintage side.
The midnight blue enamel dial is my only downside. Not that it is not beautiful, quite the contrary, it is bright and unique, but for me, it is simply not midnight blue. It is almost black and actually tends towards a deep midnight blue in the sun.
If you are specifically looking for a watch with a blue dial then this is not the one, I think it is important to say that.
I will finish by talking about the 20-16mm woven steel bracelet (it is not really a Milanese mesh for me) with "endlink" for which you have to "get the hang of it" but which is ultra-comfortable and allows a very fine adjustment that is so pleasant. The buckle, it matches the Serica logo (absent from the dial) and does it justice perfectly.

Oh, I almost forgot to say that the Soprod M100 movement is COSC certified and that the accuracy of the watch is rechecked by Serica once assembled. Mine has a drift of 1-2sec over 7 days.

I have to end with the famous quality/price/emotion ratio because having all this for €1,490 is just crazy.
And if you've gotten this far (yes, I tried to be brief) then I ask you the question I ask myself all the time when I wear this watch:
This watch with its finishes, its technical specs and the emotion it conveys would be at what price if it were from another major SwissMade brand? Double? Triple?


Serica 5303-3 COSC: Already a cult?

"Sport-chic" watches with integrated bracelets are all the rage, and Yema released its first version in 2021: the Wristmaster Traveller.

At first glance, the codes are respected: a small octagonal case (39mm), a 3-hand dial with date, and an integrated bracelet, all in steel.

However, upon closer inspection of the watch, we notice all the details and singularities added by Yema. The first positive point that stands out is this bezel with its 6 "notches" glued to the dial, a rarely observed feature, as well as a beautiful vertical brushed effect.
A second positive point lies in the watch's careful finishes, with an alternation of brushed and polished. Above all, we can appreciate a beautiful "chamfer" on almost the entire watch, whether on the bezel, the upper and lower case, and which even extends onto the links of the bracelet. (I hope my photos will do it justice.) 
The dial, lacquered black, is decorated with Superman-style hands, as well as "old radium" indexes, bringing a touch of "vintage" that is also fashionable. 
Also noteworthy is a beautiful luminova, a black date background that is not lacquered but still black. On the other hand, I am not a big fan of the white seconds hand, a little too "simple". 

The watch is equipped with the YEMA2000 caliber (+/- 10 s/day and a power reserve of 42 hours). Everyone will have their own opinion on the "in-house" Yema calibers; personally, I like the idea of offering something other than Miyota or Sellita, and I have not encountered any problems with mine. 

In conclusion, I would say that it is a very good dailywatch that adapts to all situations. I always enjoy wearing it when I take it out of its box.

The sporty-chic watch with integrated bracelet by YEMA

My first automatic watch, which I can only recommend today. When diving into the world of mechanical watchmaking, we are often looking for a piece where we can "see the movement". Usually, we end up with "open heart" watches or "skeleton" models. I was particularly seduced by the "Hourglass" shaped opening which is very original.
Lip is also a historic French brand, famous for its iconic models such as the T18 Churchill, the Nautic Ski, the Himalaya, and many others. In my opinion, this further reinforces the idea of "introduction to watchmaking".

We therefore end up with a beautiful gray dial, openworked with an hourglass that reveals the movement and the inscriptions are at 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock. The silver indexes and numbers nicely echo the visible movement, as well as this polished and domed bezel which integrates perfectly with the also domed glass.

A small downside for me concerns the "luminescent" hour/minute hands, which do not seem to add much to this watch that does not have luminescent indexes. I would have preferred silver hands, like the second hand, which I find successful with its red tip. And why not a ridge to echo the indexes which, themselves, give relief to the dial. 
Relief? Perfect for a watch with the Himalaya logo. 

The steel case is rather successful and well crafted, with an open case back that is in line with the openwork dial. Special mention also for the horns, which are also well finished. 

The movement is a Miyota Series 8 (8N26) which does not shine with its finishes or precision, but which still allows you to discover the workings and functioning of a mechanical movement, while maintaining an accessible price at €430 today. 

In conclusion, I would say that it is a very good quality/price ratio considering the history of the watch/brand and its finishes. In my opinion, it remains a beautiful gateway into the world of mechanical watches.



LIP Himalaya Sablier, a gateway to watchmaking?

The brand Nivada Grenchen was created in 1926 by Otto Wullimann, Hermann Schlindler and Jacob Schneider in Grenchen (Granges) in Switzerland with the ambition of offering reliable and precise watches at an affordable price. From 1939, it expanded in the United States thanks to a commercial agreement with the Croton Watch Company, based in New York, which imported watches under the Croton Nivada or simply Croton brands.
In 1950, she designed the Nivada Grenchen Antarctic, its first waterproof automatic watch which will be worn by members of the American navy during the Deep Freeze 1 expedition to the South Pole at the end of the 1950s. In 1965, it launched the Nivada Depthmaster waterproof to 1000 meters, before being severely impacted a few years later by the quartz crisis.
The brand Nivada Grenchen was taken over in 2018 by two collectors - R&eacute;mi Chabrat and Guillaume Laidet - who are reviving the historic models with Swiss-made reissues at reasonable prices. The range includes models like the<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/nivada_grenchen/f77"> Nivada Grenchen F77</a>, the <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/nivada_grenchen/chronoking_%22paul_newman%22">Nivada Grenchen Chronoking "Paul Newman"</a>, the<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/nivada_grenchen/orange_boy"> Nivada Grenchen Orange Boy</a>, the<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/nivada_grenchen/depthmaster"> Nivada Grenchen Depthmaster</a> et Nivada Grenchen Antarctic.
<h2 dir="ltr">How much does a Nivada Grenchen watch cost?</h2>
The prices of Nivada Grenchen watches sold on the brand's website are changing between $450 And $4,900 depending on the models and finishes. Expect to pay $ 845 for a Nivada Grenchen Super Antartic and $ 1,995 for a Nivada Grenchen Chronoking.
Nivada Grenchen is an independent company and produces several thousand watches per year, all models combined. To choose a Nivada Grenchen that suits you best, The Dialicious owners' reviews are a valuable resource for evaluating each of the different models through real customer experience.
Check out the <a href="https://preprod.dialicious.com/en/top/the_best_swiss_watch_brands">Ranking of the best Swiss watch brands</a>, including Nivada.
(Updated December 2023)

Some will see a Royal Oak like and they will be right! it is undeniable the attractions of this watch that we can compare. However it is a reissue of the 70s, from Nivada, superbly faithful.
The impeccable finishes, undoubtedly a downside on the bracelet and the endlink, otherwise it is very comfortable
Be careful with the dimensions of the small because indeed it is given for 37mm in diameter, but me who wears a big watch it is very good, so be careful with the small chicken wrist.
And finally it remains to talk about the dial ... or rather no I let you admire the reflections and gradients, a killer that make it a very special watch.

NIVADA F77 Smoked Blue

I wanted to complete my "Watch dressing" and my beautiful divers with a more chic and discreet watch.
Nivada, a brand that will soon be a hundred years old, reissued this F77 at the beginning of the year, released as its name suggests in 1977, adding a few touches to bring it up to date without denying its origins.
The result is a beautiful 37 mm Swiss watch with a seventies style, mostly discreet brushed, highlighted by a few magnificent polished chamfers.
My F77 with this very "playful" braided blue dial is a marvel of chic sport from a historic and geeky brand.
I chose it without a date unlike the 1977 model which had a day and date window for personal taste. The soprod movement is not the smoothest when winding but incredibly precise to my great surprise (it loses less than 2s per day on my model) 
In addition, it has been reworked to avoid the ghost position of the date, which is appreciable. 
In short, it's a love story with this comfortable and super light F77.

The 70s in funky and elegant mode

I was looking for a watch with an ice blue / sky blue dial, but after some disappointments following purchases on photo I discovered this F77 SMOKED BLUE with a textured dial. 
I was immediately seduced by the photos but without being able to try it. This time I was not disappointed, this watch is much more beautiful "in real life" than in the photo. Its dial associated with its sport chic case are magnificent! The domed glass and its finesse add even more elegance to this model. 
I use it as a "dress" watch when my divers don't fit under the shirt.

Gorgeous 

La marque SYE [Start Your Engine] a &eacute;t&eacute; cr&eacute;&eacute;e en 2020 par Arnaud Pezeron &agrave; c&ocirc;t&eacute; de Paris en France. La marque inaugure le Sport Tailoring au poignet. Elle propose des montres sport-chic de caract&egrave;re, fiables, ludiques et abordables inspir&eacute;es de l'univers de la m&eacute;canique auto-moto. La gamme comprend deux mod&egrave;les distincts, la <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/sye/mot1on_automatic_24">SYE MOT1ON Automatic 24 </a>et la <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/sye/mot1on_chronograph">SYE MOT1ON Chronograph</a>.
Cette marque embarque une innovation sur le changement du bracelet disponible en acier ou en cuir. La montre n'offre aucun espace entre le bracelet et la boite d&ucirc; &agrave; l&rsquo;absence de cornes, ce qui am&eacute;liore son confort et sa portabilit&eacute;.
<h2 class="p1">Combien co&ucirc;te une montre&nbsp;SYE&nbsp;?</h2>
La gamme SYE comporte deux mod&egrave;les disponibles sur le site de la marque : La SYE MOT1ON Automatic 24 est propos&eacute;e &agrave; partir de 750&euro;. La SYE MOT1ON Chronograph est propos&eacute;e &agrave; partir de 599 &euro;.
SYE est ind&eacute;pendante et produit plusieurs centaines montres par an tous mod&egrave;les confondus. Pour choisir une SYE qui vous correspond le mieux, 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_francaises">Classement des meilleures marques de montres fran&ccedil;aises</a> dont SYE fait partie.
(Mise &agrave; jour Novembre 2023)

The brand SYE [Start Your Engine] was created in 2020 by Arnaud Pezeron near Paris in France. The brand is introducing Sport Tailoring on the wrist. It offers sporty-chic watches with character, reliability, fun and affordability inspired by the world of car and motorcycle mechanics. The range includes two distinct models, the<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/sye/mot1on_automatic_24"> SYE MOT1ON Automatic 24</a> and the<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/sye/mot1on_chronograph"> SYE MOT1ON Chronograph</a>.
This brand has an innovation in changing the bracelet available in steel or leather. The watch offers no space between the bracelet and the case due to the absence of lugs, which improves its comfort and portability.
<h2 dir="ltr">How much does a SYE watch cost?</h2>
The SYE range includes two models available on the brand's website: The SYE MOT1ON Automatic 24 is offered from &euro; 750. The SYE MOT1ON Chronograph is offered from &euro; 599.
SYE is independent and produces several hundred watches per year, all models combined. To choose an SYE that best suits you, the Dialicious owners' reviews are a valuable resource for evaluating each of the different models through real customer experience.
Check out the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/top/the_best_french_watch_brands">Ranking of the best French watch brands</a>, including SYE.
(Updated November 2023)

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