I present to you this surprising "square" shaped Reglex with a wonderful slightly patinated linen dial, a slightly offset date at 6 o'clock, delicious applied indexes and luminescent baton hands, well almost! What a delight this watch from the 70s with its case shape. Reglex means REGlage EXcellent... It fits a France ébauche FE140-1b. It is truly a marvel, it sits perfectly on my small wrist with its 33mm and less than 40mm from lug to lug. I completely fell for this delicious French dresswatch that I could have bought in my childhood. And all that for less than 100 euros, it is absolute happiness.

A delight

A beautiful little vintage Nappey, probably from the 60s/65s, a diver's style with a French Lorsa p75 hand-wound movement, a superb smoked and degraded blue dial, a non-notched bezel, no signed or screwed crown, no indication of water resistance but a screwed back! It just has the style of divers. A superb granny that runs wonderfully, with timegrapher results worthy of the modern COSCé watch. I mounted it on a superb racing-type leather strap from L'Atelier Romane, it suits it wonderfully. Thanks to Atelier du Calibre from whom I bought this superb watch and thanks to Théo.

A sponge-like air!

My Seiko Alpinist is sublime, it has toolwatch specs and a dresswatch look, a very good 70h power reserve with a very famous 6R35 movement! It has a diameter of 39.5mm. Really very pleasant to wear! I wanted a blue dial watch, waterproof 200m, without rotating bezel and when I went to Seiko Lyon I fell for this one with its green sunray dial (yes and not blue), its golden hands and its cyclops for the date (mandatory for my failing eyesight). A pleasure and a treat to wear.
But I had precision problems, it lost 50s per day 5 months after purchase. After it spent 7 months in after-sales service I got it back! It works much better. And I LOVE it!


Prospex Alpinist SPB121J1,

Zenith Surf, New from stock, from the 90s with a 2572pc manufacture caliber. I fell for this watch at the first Lyon watch fair in Saint Germain au mont d'or at the end of October! 
A small Zenith, blue dial, very simple with a date. It was love at first sight, although it is only 34mm, but it is sublime and it is a Zenith! And this blue dial, these applied indexes, the old logo on the dial and the crown, its straight horns, I am delighted. I didn't think I would one day be able to afford a timepiece from such a prestigious manufacturer. Well I am not very objective. 
Sorry for the mistakes in French
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The beautiful blue!

I bought this watch because I needed a simple and rustic watch for work (cook), after some research I came across Horloscaphe, The watches are designed and entirely assembled in France with a Swiss movement STP! I immediately fell for the simplicity, readability and its inspiration from the world of military diving. It's a field-watch. It has no colored or guilloche dial, no chamfering on the case, nothing special. It's just a diving watch. But here it is, it's simple, readable, precise, resistant (guaranteed), efficient and it has a rotating bezel with 60 CLIC. I'm won over.

Effective and inexpensive......!

The Sérica 4512 WMB is a small, discreet and refined manual winding watch! 
However, it is sold as a military watch, it could very well be a dress watch, a small diameter of 37.7 mm, a continuous thickness of 11.3 mm, a superb black enamel dial, broad arrow hands and a water resistance of 200m. 
It comes with a very beautiful metal "bonklip" bracelet, this bracelet has a particularly ingenious adjustment system but it has no safety on the clasp and it must be worn tight, otherwise it comes off by itself. 
So I wear my watch on leather bracelets (Romane or JB workshop). I wear it almost every day except at work. It is a pleasure at every moment and it has very good precision (drift +1 to 2s/day) for this SOPROD P24 MANUAL caliber. And good readability both day and night.
A superb timepiece that I highly recommend.

perfection in simplicity

The brand Serica was created in 2019 by J&eacute;r&ocirc;me Burget and 3 friends in Paris, France. The name Serica comes from a lost region at the end of the Far East that the Greeks and Romans named it like this. This place echoes the genesis of the brand, which aims to design quality mechanical watches in a neo-retro style, ready to follow you to the ends of the world.
The range includes watches such as the<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/serica/4512"> Serica 4512</a>, the<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/serica/5303"> Serica 5303</a> and the<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/serica/8315_gmt_chronometre"> Serica 8315 GMT Stopwatch</a>. One of the particularities of this brand is that its name does not appear anywhere on the dial, in order to encourage the enthusiast to buy a design, finishes and proportions, and not just a name. In July 2023, Serica launched the Serica 5303 COSC, a chronometer version certified by the Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute.
Their penultimate model is the<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/serica/6190"> Serica 6190</a> surfing on the bases of the brand's first reference, the Serica 4512. This 6190 follows the stylistic codes of the brand, lyre handles, a choice of different dials and the possibility of choosing the position of the crown at 3 o'clock or at &ldquo;Destro&rdquo; mode at 9 o&rsquo;clock. This Serica 6190 is powered with the Soprod M100 caliber COSC (Official Swiss Chronometer Testing) certified, like the current productions of the other 5303 and 8315 models.&nbsp;
Since November 21, 2024, Serica has been offering a very daring new collection... A dress watch off the beaten track called &ldquo;Parade&rdquo; under the reference 1174. These 4 figures, like all other Serica references, offer a symbolism derived from the golden number or divine proportions whose ratio between length and width is 1.174... A novelty offered for pre-order at &euro; 1,490 for one delivery planned for March 2025...
<h2 dir="ltr">How much does a Serica watch cost?</h2>
The prices of Serica watches change and differ depending on the model. Most cost between &euro; 990 and &euro; 1,890 depending on the models and finishes. The brand's GMT model, Serica 8315 GMT Chronometer costs &euro; 1,890 while the latest model launched by Serica, the reference<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/serica/6190"> 6190</a> is offered to &euro; 990.
Serica is independent and produces around 5,000 watches per year, all models combined. Serica is part of the<a href="https://preprod.dialicious.com/en/top/the_best_french_watch_brands"> Top 10 most popular French watch brands</a>, as well as<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/top/the_best_micro_watch_brands"> Ranking the best micro watch brands</a>. To choose the Serica model that best suits you, the Dialicious owners&rsquo; reviews are an essential resource for evaluating different models through real customer experience
(Updated November 2024)

Instant love at first sight for the not so common California dial of this young and beautiful French brand, which is reminiscent of distant memories of Rolex Bubble Back… for the rest, muscular specs in a tasteful military case, with ideal and refined proportions. 37.7mm x 11.3mm. Far from the competition often cruder and less singular in terms of design in this price range. Swiss quality at the rendezvous with a special mention for the black enamel dial and the brushed grosgrain of the bezel. I changed the original bonclip bracelet for a pretty black pigskin bracelet which responds well to the depth of the dial, accentuated by the double domed sapphire crystal. The manual winding of the Soprod P24 movement adds an additional charm to the whole. A success.

Silk 4512 California

Having discovered this young Serica brand on the internet I found a simplicity and a reinterpretation of the field Watch code magnificently designed by Jérôme
I wanted to see it in their showroom which is a showcase sublimating their creation what can I say how not to fall for all their variations of their 4512 and now their little sister the 6190 their dial with an impressive lacquer applied

Serica 4512 premiere watch masterstroke

The Serica 4512 Commando or how to make a "field watch" exciting!
This is a discreet and efficient watch but one that does not lack character. Its case is simply brushed but its large bezel - brushed vertically and with a polished chamfer - gives presence to this watch with very contained dimensions (diameter: 38 mm and horn-to-horn: 46 mm). Simple, contrasting and symmetrical, its deep black dial is a success. I particularly appreciate the typology adopted, the elongation of the markers at each hour and the deformation created by the sapphire crystal. A fan of "broad arrow" hands, those of this Serica are brushed and generously filled with Luminova ensuring optimal reading whatever the light. The manual Soprod P24 mechanism that powers this watch is a model of precision. The generously sized screw-down crown ensures pleasant winding and contributes to the water resistance of the watch announced at 200m. I naturally associate this 4512 with NATOs but its original bonklip-type strap is very comfortable and allows for a change from the military register. What is the little detail that I prefer on this watch? Its bezel certainly contributes to the charm of this piece but what I prefer is this magical moment when the sharp minute hand is superimposed on the hour hand, the whole thing then takes the shape of a fighter plane that systematically makes me dream (see the photo)! In 2023, Rambo would surely go on a mission with a G-Shock but it would not have the charm of this 4512 Commando!

4512, a revisited commando!

A field watch as we like them. Beautiful proportions. A lacquered dial, a beautiful bezel (which will unfortunately take some stretching). The bracelet allows for micro adjustments which are appreciable in the summer when the wrists swell. A tractor that will accompany you on all occasions. Successful reinterpretation.

serica 4512

Classified as a fieldwatch, this watch, in its California version and with its steel bracelet, is in my opinion an atypical chic sports watch. Let's start with the case: fairly classic shapes but with a nice presence thanks to its well-shouldered horns. But what strikes the mind is this vertical brushing of the flat bezel and its polished outline. Then, its dial: depth of the lacquered black, painted indexes in a vintage spirit. Font neither too modern nor too old. We feel that all the design choices have been well thought out, well made. Very fine and comfortable steel bracelet, more jewelry than sporty, which goes perfectly with the atypical side of the watch. Movement: I will only mention its manual winding, everyone will make their own opinion, but in any case very precise (2s/day). Criticisms: I would have preferred slightly more plunging horns, and a slightly more robust lume.

Elegance and simplicity

Literally falling in love when it came out, I managed to find one "like new" on lbc. I wear it very often 3 or 4 days/week. This since I found the bracelet that suits it best for me... a rubber with adapted endlinks that properly fits the case. The original bonklip seems a bit too dressed up, vintage and light which contrasts too much for me with the solid, stocky and robust side of the model. From now on it fills me and fulfills its mission wonderfully. Many people notice it, always in a positive way.

silk 4512 california

Magnificent Serica watch, light and easy to forget on the wrist, elegant and waterproof to 200m. A watch that I can wear in all situations. Accompanied by its original Bonkflip bracelet, but it goes wonderfully with NATO bracelets. My first hand-wound watch, with which I can't wait to go on an adventure.

Great discovery

I was seduced by the California dial of this watch while wanting to support an independent brand that has made a lot of noise, rightly so. But after a few months, the honeymoon ended and I wear it less and less. However, the dimensions are perfect, it is forgotten on the wrist and it is an adventurer at heart. The design of the dial is original. However, it seems too simple to me and I realize that field watches are not for me.

The ephemeral emotion

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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