
What can be said that is really original about the Submariner.
A legendary model for many of us. New Rich Roro for others.
What is certain is that this watch does not leave you indifferent.
For my 40th birthday, I had a Reverso in mind but it was too much of a duplication with my IWC Portofino which I will talk about another day.
I was not necessarily a big fan of Rolex but working in reliability/durability, I had a good opinion of the quality of their products. And the Submariner was a natural choice. But it would be a Vintage because I was not a big fan of the latest productions that I found too massive.
And once on the wrist, this watch immediately won me over.
At Rolex, there are no excessive complications. It is sober, timeless, robust and reliable.
The 16610 that I have, from 1990, with tritium indices, is probably the right compromise between original design, quality of the 3135 mechanism and modernity with its sapphire crystal.
It is the last of the best Submariners for many fans before the 6 digits, the engraved flanges and the thickened horns.
Small downside on the bracelet that I always found a little "cheap" at the buckle level.
A good alternative is to wear it on a Nato strap.
In any case, if there were only one left in my "small collection", it would certainly be this one.

Rolex Submariner 16610



Looking for a so-called "super compressor" watch, but without the budget to go and get a Polaris at JLC, or even the very beautiful reissue of the Longines legend diver, my choice was more surely on a LIP Nautic ski.
French purchase, beautiful watch, in short, I was determined.
And then while browsing the Internet, I came across this English brand. Spinnaker.
Spinnaker has been making a name for itself on the watch scene for a few years with models inspired by the maritime and diving worlds.
And this Bradner model immediately caught my eye.
We are therefore on a steel case called super compressor (EPSA type for connoisseurs) 42 mm in diameter, date window at 3 o'clock and 2 crowns: the one at 4 o'clock is used for the usual functions of the watch (setting the time and date, winding), and the one at 2 o'clock is used to turn a bidirectional inner bezel.
This watch has a NH35 TMI movement, and is equipped with a pretty domed sapphire crystal.
The case back takes on pretty reflections with the light.
I find it ultimately more balanced and more elegant than the Nautic ski.
All for a very reasonable price.
However, note 2 small flaws.
The case is still quite thick. So not suitable for small wrists.
And the supposedly waterproof leather strap has turned black after the first few baths.
So I wear it on a Nato strap.
But overall, it does the job. A tool watch with an undeniable quality-price ratio that is easy to wear.

Spinnaker Bradner

Portofino, a chic destination on the Italian Riviera. It breathes the Dolce Vita all that!!!
This watch has a special place in my collection.
First, because it's an IWC.
And then above all, because it's my engagement watch :-)
And this manufacturer deserves praise in many ways. It knew how to reinvent itself after the crisis of the 70s linked to the arrival of Quartz.
And for that, it bet on its classics and its timeless pieces. In short, the Portofino and the Portuguese.
Sober design, ultra classic some would say, contained diameter of 36 mm on this example ref 3513 (Today exists in 40mm) which allows it to be worn by both Monsieur and Madame.
It is elegance incarnate.
I love to wear it with a beautiful three-piece suit and a shirt with musketeer cuffs.
Round watch with straight horns, simple dials with classic indexes and hands, it's the assurance of not making a mistake.
For me, a superb alternative to the Piaget Altiplano in the "Dress watch" category.

IWC Portofino 3513

This watch is the crush of summer 2021.
When I discovered it with my eldest son, we were both thrilled.
This 70s design, a real killer. Integrated RO-style bracelet, satin-finished case. And this blue embossed background with all these reflections, wow.
On top of that, you have an in-house caliber with 80 hours of power reserve, all for a reasonable price of €695. In short, you have to buy it.
Unfortunately, by the time you decide, the offer is already out of stock. A real success like Tissot has not seen for a long time.
February 2022, my son's 18th birthday.
We want to mark the occasion and I look at the Tudor Blackbay 58, or the Longine Legend Diver, 2 diving watches that I find very beautiful and which could be good candidates for a first Automatic watch for my son.
But his opinion is final, he has not forgotten the PRX and that is the one he wants.
Noted.
Well, I must say that no one regrets it and especially not me who regularly steals it from him.


Tissot PRX Powermatic 80

The Tissot brand was created in 1853 by Charles-F&eacute;licien Tissot and his son Charles-Emile in Le Locle in Switzerland. Since its creation, the brand has distinguished itself by offering a pocket watch indicating two time zones. As it developed, Tissot had to structure the house to focus on the export market and more particularly in Russia. Tissot is known for its innovation. She created the first antimagnetic watch in 1930 and the first automatic wristwatch displaying 24 time zones without manipulation in 1951.
In 1971, she also created a model made entirely of plastic, including its mechanical movement, the Tissot Astrolon. The brand positions itself in the mid-range and wants to offer quality at an affordable price. In the Tissot range we find flagship models such as the<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tissot/prx_powermatic_80"> Tissot PRX Powermatic 80</a>, the<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tissot/le_locle"> Tissot Le Locle</a>, the <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tissot/telemeter_1938">Tissot Telemeter 1938</a>, the<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tissot/v8_swissmatic"> Tissot V8 Swissmatic</a> or even the <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tissot/seastar">Tissot Seastar</a>. Tissot is also known for being the official watch supplier for many professional sports such as the NBA, MotoGP and Cycling.
<h2 dir="ltr">How much does a Tissot watch cost?</h2>
The prices of Tissot watches sold on the brand's website vary between $300 and $3,000 depending on the models and finishes. Expect to pay $395 for one<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tissot/prx"> Tissot PRX</a> and $800 for one<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tissot/seastar_1000_powermatic_80"> Tissot Seamaster 1000 Powermatic 80</a>.
The Tissot brand is owned by the Swatch Group, like the brands <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/omega">Omega</a>,<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/longines"> Longines</a> or<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/breguet"> Breguet</a>, and produces around 2,400,000 watches per year, all models combined. To choose a Tissot that suits you best, Dialicious owners' reviews are a valuable resource for evaluating each of the different models through real customer experience.
Check out the <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/top/the_best_swiss_watch_brands">Ranking of the best Swiss watch brands</a>, including Tissot.
(Updated April 2024)

Tissot PRX automatic that I had bought with a metal bracelet and for the winter I offered him the leather one! Superb classic watch, with a top finish and autonomy... I would have preferred it in 39 mm, a detail so much this watch has the codes of an almost perfect model. With a Tissot price.

Almost perfect!

No need to introduce this famous Tissot PRX powermatic 80! Beautiful, elegant and sporty at the same time, perfect diameter, very comfortable steel bracelet and easily interchangeable with a leather strap (available at Tissot), hard to find better at this price! My everyday watch that I never get tired of.

The best value for money!

A watch that has a timeless chic style and above all never goes out of fashion. A watch that I never get tired of that goes with all styles of outfits. Before buying this watch I hesitated for a long time, I was afraid of quickly getting tired of this watch and in fact I love it in the sun the case changes color it is thin and very light to wear

They don't say that a dial makes a watch.

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 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

A Tissot success at an affordable price. Watchmaking is becoming more democratic thanks to a Swiss Made watch by a brand of the Swatch group. The mechanism is solid and will last over time. PRECISE ROBUST and waterproof to 10 ATM. I treated myself to this when it came out, it was difficult to obtain. It is a timeless object.

Tendency

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

Impulse purchase, probably linked to the craze around this model. But I liked it during the first test that I was able to do of it, shortly after its release. Iconic design, caliber with 80h power reserve, reliable overall and robust build, it knows how to be chic and sporty at the same time. The blue dial is superb and very playful. A 3-hand watch with date that does not leave you indifferent, with a transparent case back to see its heart beating. A beautiful watch to start a collection or just complete it.

Tissot PRX Powermatic80 

Simple, a beautiful design with its easily changeable integrated bracelet. This one also exists in leather. Dimensions that fit the small wrist as well as the good wrist 😁. Satisfactory, with its Powermatic 80 movement, which is reliable and cool. A sapphire crystal that does its job well. Pleasant to wear and look at. and Satisfactory for the whole watch which is at a relatively reasonable price for its quality.

The triple S

Hello to all enthusiasts! A little review of this magnificent house that is Tissot and its PRX Powermatic 80 blue dial :). This is my second Tissot and I am very happy with it. Both old school, refined and sporty; this watch has been with me since its release 2 years ago and I still can't get enough of it :). I find the finishes very successful and the bracelet really comfortable. In short, a watch that has its place in a collection :)

PRX Powermatic 80

A real favorite that I had on this watch. I heard a lot about it, after trying it I bought it directly. With its aesthetics and its automation and 80 hours of power reserve: it remains the best under 1000€! Best value for money, iconic! I hesitated between the quartz one (2 times cheaper) and the automatic, there is no photo: better to treat yourself. the embossed dial is unique, clearly visible. I wanted the black one at first but the dark green is exceptional and very trendy. I do not regret my purchase and I hope that this watch will also be worn by my son and future generations.

The best

This is a great watch for less than 1000€. It has nothing to envy of a big one.

With a power reserve of 80 hours you can leave it on the weekend and pick it up on Monday at the time which is also very precise.
Thanks to Tissot for bringing us this marvel, the green dial is simply magnificent

Very good value for money

I was looking for an elegant watch that could be worn daily regardless of the outfit. It blends into the decor without going unnoticed, it is simple but elegant. It is exactly what I needed. It may be comfortable to wear in hot weather because of its strap, but there are other alternatives.

Simple, effective

What a pleasure to have this watch that goes everywhere. With a small budget you can really treat yourself and at the same time it pops.
I hesitated with the superb green but the Tif blue is more suited to my desire for a summer watch.
I bought it for the holidays with its summer color, its lightness and its really nice bracelet.
Surely the best Q/P and pleasure.
Only small flaw for me: I'm not a fan of the butterfly clasp because it is not practical and not micro adjustable but hey given the price...
So we know the arguments: automatic with 80 hours, transparent case back, sapphire crystal, superluminova, 40 which is strangely a little big but it's fine and ABOVE ALL it is an incredibly light watch.
When you are passionate you have to have it in your collection, it is now a "must have"



Summer watch

a very nice watch with a very Audemars Piguet design but without being a plagiarism since the model has existed since the 80s. A pretty dial a bit like tapestry, a date, 3 hands and an integrated steel bracelet.. for 650chf.. who can do better? I like the serious finish of the watch and its blue dial which sends out lots of reflections. I like the side of a sports watch which does not risk much and which is pretty. So obviously the finish is far from that of its big sister from Le Brassus, some angles are rough from CNC, the movement is basic but hey, you get what you pay for. the so-called easy system for changing the bracelet is not the strong point of the watch. you need nimble fingers, a screwdriver, a chair, patience, calm.. and good eyes. too bad it is so painful because the beauty jumps from a leather bracelet to steel to rubber in all relaxation. I wear it often, mainly when security (Paris) does not allow me to enjoy other so-called more prestigious watches in peace. But it is a real treat and a joy to wear it on my wrist. The next one will be with the ice blue dial.

A very attractive watch, well finished for a small budget

The famous PRX needs no introduction. A real aesthetic success with the very good Powermatic 80 movement inside. I have often seen it and tried it but until now I had not yet cracked. It took this new color that I love to finally succumb to the beautiful Tissot. This color brings out the grid of the dial in a beautiful way and it is very comfortable to wear. I finally found the perfect model.

Perfect color

So present everywhere that I was not very interested in it... Other watches in the crosshairs ;) still elsewhere but this ice blue dial and finally everything that makes the PRX pleases me the integrated bracelet, the tapestry background and the finesse of the watch especially compared to my other watches. Good watch, resolutely modern and vintage design and a good movement at a reasonable price.

My latest Tiffany blue

A model surfing a little on the revival of the seventies with its inspiration Gérald Genta. It is frankly pleasant, its blue tapestry dial plays with the light at every moment which is always very pleasant at first glance. Its movement is very precise. But the finishes up close are not up to par, it has a big flaw which means that I will surely part with it, its bracelet does not allow fine adjustment so too tight or too loose. Its big advantage is its versatility, this sport chic mix that it masters wonderfully. Its water resistance of X or 10atm guarantees us a suitable water resistance to take a shower or swim calmly. The ideal choice for a reasonable budget. But try it in store to see if the bracelet suits you.

Tissot PRX80 bleu Powermatic 

Many adjectives can qualify this PRX Powermatic 80, what comes to me first is endearing. Pleasant to wear on a daily basis, both on its steel bracelet and the leather. Well finished, its power reserve, allows you to alternate in your collection without necessarily having to reset it. Unbeatable RQP.

RQP impeccable

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<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/ollech_&amp;_wajs/p-104"> Ollech &amp; Wajs P-104</a>, the<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<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<a href="https://preprod.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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