The must-have Macro Loupe for all watch lovers

Here is a watch that fascinates me, Jumbo model from the 40s. Case of Ø36, dial opening of Ø33, i.e. a large dial format; Arabic numerals, blued hands, small seconds...... Zenith, €250. It doesn't take more (or less) to turn me away from a current model like the NOMOS Tangente, with similar characteristics, except for the sapphire crystal. But concerning the water resistance (3ATM for the NOMOS), I am not much more of a loser with this one. So a great & responsible watch (not new) that celebrated its 80th birthday with its seduction still intact.

The base

Well, as if the MoonSwatch ad campaign had a wide reach. Having ruled out the Moonwatch experience from my watchmaking projects, no need for the compax, nor a tachymeter bezel, ... in 2022 the word "speedmaster" was repeated endlessly in the watchmaking world.... Having saved €250 on a Moonswatch that I will never buy, I opened up the budget a little more for a Reduced model. The question arose of a less moonlike version, 6/9/15 o'clock dials; and then no, the black compax aesthetic imposed itself. Unlike the moonwatch (Speed' Pro), Arabic numerals animate the dial every 5 minutes (a bit like a flieger type B), directly evoking the OMEGA hand chronographs at many international sporting events. The choice was made. The format is surprising, the asymmetrical case of Ø40mm exposes a bezel reduced to Ø38mm. It's elegant, it's classic, it's sporty, it's timeless, a Speed' (but not a moonwatch, it's a detail for me). Perfect on a steel bracelet, I'm going to try it soon on perforated leather "British Racing Green", for a more automotive evocation, the origin of the Speedmaster model.

Don't ask him for the moon

Having been for a long time only attracted by mechanical watches without complications, 3 hands, no date; by dint of listening to the various influencers, I asked myself "and why not a chronograph" with an emblematic & very connoted finish, even caricatured, the PANDA. This type of watch not having a priority in my collection, I turned to an economical choice, the reissue of the Chinese chronograph from 1963, in a finish under contrasting dials, panda. The watch is nice, blued hands, red chrono second hand, we lose the great elegance, but the compromise is nice. A relatively endearing watch, mounted on a "racing green" strap to bring it back to the automotive world. I wear it little, the 30mn compax counter ultimately finds few concrete daily applications. It does have style, however, it could be replaced by an equivalent LONGINES or UNIVERSAL Genève, panda .... to be seen

Panda

The SKX .... there was a time when getting into watchmaking could be summed up as SKX or Mako? It was Mako for me 5 years ago, finding the SKX too "rustic" & "industrial". I was wrong. The SKX is one of those watches whose bezel Ø is 2mm smaller than the case Ø. This mid-size model with a 37/38mm case therefore has a Ø35 bezel & a Ø27 dial. Which is very small, very refined, perhaps too much for tool use. And so as the title indicates, with its faceted conical bezel, its contained Ø & its jubilee bracelet, this SKX is not so far removed in the broad outlines from a classic OysterDate construction (completely in its place between a 74033 & a 114270). In short, a watch also designed for bike rides, but which takes on so many roles that it can do everything with its SEIKO jubilee bracelet. It is the most complete in my watch box.

DayDate

Ouch Ouch, I can no longer enjoy this watch, but I sense that it is just temporary, the time to put other watches on my wrist, I will one day have to find in this Mako 2 everything that one can ask of a utilitarian watch .... and let's admit it, refined. Because yes, what currently bothers me about the very popular Mako 2 is its shiny, sun-kissed jewel side, with its polished surfaces ..... that's not what I ask of it. Originally, this watch was supposed to accompany me on mountain bikes & other cycling practices. Also a tool watch for tinkering. But in this register, it was too flashy. This watch has the "not expensive enough my son" syndrome. It has a degree of finish that you wouldn't expect at this price. This is the type of watch that raises the critical question "why would you want to spend more on a watch?" I still don't have the answer. Rarity? Exclusivity? Elitist image? "History"? Record? Prowess? Seen in the ad? Seen on a star? Seen on insta? I'm sulking about this watch without fundamentally understanding why; yet it has accompanied me on many outings & it works like the first day. In short, a watch for the long term, with alternating attraction / repulsion phases. What more does a BB58 bring compared to this Mako? I don't know. A small particularity of this watch, its format. Case Ø41.5 / 42, Bezel Ø40 with a large notched part polished steel. The result is a blue bezel with a narrowed diameter of Ø38mm, which contributes to making it elegant. This watch is a witchcraft in itself, bewitched without really wanting to be, it poses a real question on the perception of quality. So much the better.

Big blue

3rd YEMA Superman, Ø39, this time with GMT function. The evocative power of the famous Pepsi color combination (or rather the colors of Superman's underwear in my opinion) with the ideal case for Superman in my eyes. Always this problem of refraction of light from the double domed glass (see photos). It is a watch that I enjoy wearing as a "24h" watch. I follow the GMT pointer throughout the day, the indexing is very readable along the dark hours & light hours; accompanied by the minute hand for more precision if necessary (we could do without the hour & second hands). I wear it on the original steel bracelet or on yellow perlon, for a slightly more festive & less ceremonious/serious look, so the 3 primary colors yellow / blue / red.

Your Peps'

A watch that I have long wanted, because of the blued hands, nicely drawn Arabic numerals, textured white background, historical reminder of SEIKO. For a reasonable budget, I did not deprive myself of it. In the end I now find it at the upper limit of size, Ø40.5, no more is needed on this type of case. Very elegant in its graphics, a little less in its size, a compromise watch. A little austere on its original dark brown leather, I preferred a mounting on orange perlon with patterns, complementary colors oblige, the blued hands stand out fantastically (unlike a blue Jean strap, which completely neutralized the dial). A classic of blued hands to have

Laurel & hardie

The YEMA Superman Maxi Dial Heritage (not called Superman 2). The watch of my 40th birthday, when I was looking for a watch that wasn't precious, capable of taking a bit of everything, a tool, in other words. This watch seems unloved in the old YEMA heritage range. Personally, I find it one of the most successful Superman watches in what it takes from the past & treats it in "today's modernity". A big strong point in my opinion is the almost uninterrupted set "sapphire bezel / flat sapphire crystal". The result is a very interesting large & shiny surface. Very good readability, no problem with the "in-house" MBP1000 movement, Ø40, a watch that goes everywhere & is very distinctive, it's not a sublike or a skxlike. The only modern & successful YEMA diver in my eyes. Only one flaw, which can be remedied, the typo of the date disc, a "Times" residue from another time of the Ambre group. Otherwise, the satin/sunburst black background brings the right amount of sophistication to this great black & white classic. Very good & long-lasting brightness of the dial & bezel indexes. A favorite in the watch box.

The unloved one

A watch from 1995, in the purest ROLEX / TUDOR lineage. A watch from the past, deliciously kitsch & tasteful, an oxymoron, a true figure of speech this watch. Ø34 which goes very well in all circumstances, fine & elegant, Latin numerals for a falsely dated aesthetic. This is the Tudor that should not be missed in my collection, having courageously avoided the "heritage" Royal & BB58 models (without regret!). No real pretense with this one, it is the faithful younger sister of its older sister, the Datejust. Two-tone model on a "faded" jubilee bracelet, the gold is well faded, like faded jeans that have been worn too much (and not bought already with holes), a watch at ease in all circumstances and contexts, from the most solemn to the most casual. A great classic with still some ROLEX attributes (crown, stamped case back). Nothing ostentatious in the end, despite the gold and the facets, a nicely decorated watch faithful to what was done very well 60 years ago.

Uncle's watch

A surprising watch, the Laco by Lacher (LACO = LAcher & CO). Ø36, ETA manual movement. It is a "pilot / flieger / B-uhr / Type B" watch, which I chose to accompany me on my bike. Except that the Type B dial & small Ø do not go well together for an intuitive & syncretic reading of the time. Despite the extreme readability of the dial & its thick indexes every 5 minutes, the whole is loaded and often overlaps (the hour hand partially covers the hour numbers) making reading sometimes difficult. I understood that this tool was mainly developed for pilots & assistant pilots whose flights did not exceed one hour of flight, hence the great precision over 60 minutes and the compromise on reading the hours (To be confirmed). And therefore ineffective for use on a bike, casting error, but very typical & interesting watch in a watch box. It ticks boxes that the others do not. Mainly on leather for an austerity that suits it well.

The Tool

Mechanical watchmaking has been increasingly talked about in recent years, and old institutions are being rediscovered. It is not only Switzerland and Japan that are ensuring the market, the Germans of Glashütte are also part of the game. It is with this curiosity that I looked into the Nomos case. Tangente or Club? The choice naturally fell on the modern reinterpretation of the 30s/40s/50s of watchmaking that the Club model highlights. Gateway to the Nomos range, clearly displayed in the brand's sales pitch as an end-of-study gift or other events marking youth, this Club is both modest and modern, simply reflecting an international watchmaking tradition, an icon. It is certainly the most "touching" of my watches. Ø36, long lugs, perfect hold. After having associated it with many bracelets, from colored perlons to more austere leathers, it is finally on a duck blue tropic sport that this watch waterproof to 10ATM will follow me as a watch ready for anything (children's bath, sea, hiking, ...). In short, an everyday watch, family, utilitarian, with features of great delicacy. One of my favorites.

Back to basics

The bronze finish of my watch case, a success on this steel case. The Superman bezel/case assembly is in my eyes one of the most successful in the world of divers, with a very fine notch between bezel & case. Everything could be going well if it weren't for 2 personal & recurring problems that I have with the "modern" Yema. I won't mention the unjustified utility block bezel that I forced in order to leave the bezel free to use. 1 _ The printed indexes are too "dry and entry-level", without nuance (hour dots & minute/second dashes). By observing the old models, I realize that this uncompromising aesthetic is a guarantee of good reading of the time in all circumstances, I learn to put things into perspective & integrate this point... 2_ The double-domed sapphire crystal. I like it when form follows function, here, form flees function, from the slightest tilt of the watch, the bad refraction of the glass comes to opacify the glass & close the dial, after a short parasitic / charming distortion (depending on the mood) of the indexes. In short, a real bottle bottom that harms good reading and which implies a vision of the time restrictive to the normal, at the zenith of the dial. It's a shame, these Superman are in many ways endearing, but it smells like the bottom of the box or even the definitive exit.

Bijou ?

The watch quickly integrated into the beginnings of my collection, in order to save me for years of time spent waiting for the question ROLEX / NOT ROLEX? 2018, when we could still negotiate... Essential watch, the boss of the box, professional synthesis watch under the appearance of a chic dress watch. Everything has been said about this classic, the entire heritage of ROLEX in one watch, the best of both worlds for those who accept the art of compromise. 114270, Ø36, between lugs 20, only on Oyster bracelet for me. Sometimes a little shunned in the watch box, in favor of models arousing my curiosity of the moment, but it is ultimately one of the watches that I wear the most, the one that imposes itself when I do not know what to wear.

The One Ring

My first Swiss watch, Alpina, "Sport segment" by Fréderic Constant, while maintaining a certain independence. All-steel model (case / bezel) and glacier blue sunray dial, in the large family of all-steel watches with blue dial. Bidirectional bezel that reminds me of an engineer "Genta" for the look. A watch that reconnects with the spirit of the first sports watches with rotating bezel indexed on 60mn before this accessory was the almost exclusive preserve of divers and in a more restrictive way (unidirectional). In short, a watch that has everything to please me, except its Ø44 bezel & Ø45 case, which makes it a little uncomfortable on my 17.5 wrist. A sports watch does not need such a big Ø to be effective. The same in Ø40 and it could be my unique & ideal watch .... it could

Great Glacier

Hello, One of my favorite watches, because it's complex. Tag Heuer Professionnal 2000 Automatic (200m) from 1987, Heuer/Tag transition (Heuer buckle & crown), chronograph & diver. Small format (Ø38 case / Ø36 bezel), "monochrome" satin gray on all its parts, which gives it a lunar aesthetic evoking John Glenn (first Swiss chrono in space, 1962). To summarize, a great elegance of materials & proportions on a very typical 80' case at TagHeuer, a bit outdated but a taste of come back to it. Quite difficult to find a coherent bracelet for it, but it's finally done. _ I specify that all my watches have a functional purpose, namely to read the time easily; and not a decorative object on my wrist.

The watch of paradoxes

<p dir="ltr">The brand <strong>Tudor</strong>, founded in <strong>1926</strong>, is the fruit of the vision of Hans Wilsdorf, also founder of Rolex. His ambition was to create a watch that would offer the reliability and quality of Rolex, but at a more affordable price. So, from the start, Tudor positions itself as a manufacturer of quality watches at more accessible prices than those of the Rolex brand. This extremely clear DNA allows Tudor to position itself on innovation illustrated by its brand signature: &ldquo;<strong>Born To Dare</strong>&rdquo;.</p>
<h2 dir="ltr">History of the Tudor brand</h2>
<p dir="ltr">From the 1950s, Tudor began to forge its own identity, although still associated with Rolex. In 1954, the brand launched the Oyster Prince Submariner model, affirming its position in diving watches. This watch featured exceptional water resistance, making it particularly popular with professional divers and water sports enthusiasts.</p>
<p dir="ltr">The 1960s and 1970s were marked by the development of partnerships with professional organizations. <strong>Tudor watches have been chosen by the French Navy and the US Navy</strong>, attesting to their robustness and reliability. The launch of the Tudor Prince Oysterdate Chronograph model, more commonly known as the "Big Block", in the 1970s is another important milestone for the brand. It was the first automatic chronograph with a date, a technological feat for its time.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Since it was taken over by Rolex in 1936, Tudor focused until the 1970s on professional models from the Rolex professional collection. The 80s allowed the brand to begin to free itself from it without offering models that would mark history.</p>
<p dir="ltr">1952 - Tudor Prince<br>1954 -<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tudor/submariner"> Tudor Submariner<br></a>1957 -<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tudor/advisor"> Tudor Advisor<br></a>1963 -<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tudor/ranger"> Tudor Ranger<br></a>1991 - Tudor Monarch<br>1999 - Tudor Hydronaut<br>2012 -<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tudor/pelagos"> Tudor Pelagos<br></a>2012 -<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tudor/black_bay"> Tudor Black Bay<br></a>2015 -<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tudor/north_flag"> Tudor North Flag<br></a>2019 -<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tudor/black_bay_p01"> Tudor Black Bay P01<br></a>2020 -<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tudor/black_bay_58"> Tudor Black Bay 58<br></a>2021 -<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tudor/pelagos_fxd"> Tudor Pelagos FXD<br></a>2023 -<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tudor/black_bay_54"> Tudor Black Bay 54<br></a>2023 - Tudor Black Bay FXD Chronographe<br>2024 - Tudor Black Bay 58 GMT</p>
<p dir="ltr">2012 is undoubtedly a year. Important in the history of the brand with the launch of the Tudor Heritage Black Bay which will become the spearhead of the brand with a successful identity and variations increasingly popular with watchmaking enthusiasts.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Today, Tudor is recognized as a brand in its own right, producing around 300,000 watches each year, most of which are certified COSC (Official Swiss Chronometer Testing) or <strong>METAS</strong>, an independent Swiss label created by the Federal Institute of Metrology.</p>
<h2 dir="ltr">What are the main models of the Tudor brand?</h2>
<h3 dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tudor/black_bay">Tudor Black Bay</a></h3>
<p dir="ltr">The Tudor Black Bay is the timeless symbol of adventure, featuring a stainless steel case ranging from 31 to 41 mm, water resistance up to 20 ATM, a bracelet available in leather or steel, a mechanical self-winding MT5602 movement, a deep black dial adorned with luminous indexes and a unidirectional rotating bezel inspired by diving. The Tudor Black Bay is closely associated with the brand ambassador, David Beckham, who with his international career as a footballer and fashion icon, reflects the very essence of this watch: a perfect fusion of performance and style.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tudor/black_bay_58">Tudor Black Bay 58</a></h3>
<p dir="ltr">The Tudor Black Bay 58 is an ode to the golden age of diving, featuring a 39mm steel case, 660 feet water resistance, a leather, fabric or steel strap, an MT5402 mechanical movement, a vintage black dial with luminous markings and a unidirectional rotating bezel. Launched in 2020 in a steel version on a black dial, the Tudor Black Bay 58 or &ldquo;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tudor/black_bay_58"> BB58</a> &raquo; was quickly declined in blue then in noble materials such as gold, bronze or silver with the<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tudor/black_bay_58_925"> Tudor Black Bay 58 925</a>.</p>
<p dir="ltr">The phenomenal success of the BB58 is undoubtedly behind the launch in 2023 of the<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tudor/black_bay_54"> Tudor Black Bay 54</a> also nicknamed "<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tudor/black_bay_54">BB54</a>".</p>
<h3 dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tudor/black_bay_GMT">Tudor Black Bay GMT</a></h3>
<p dir="ltr">The Tudor Black Bay GMT allows reading of several time zones with a 41 mm steel case, 20 ATMwater resistance, a steel, leather or fabric bracelet, an MT5652 mechanical movement, a black dial with a distinct red GMT hand and a rotating two-tone bezel. It is available in several versions, including a black or opaline dial.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tudor/black_bay_pro">Tudor Black Bay Pro</a></h3>
<p dir="ltr">The Tudor Black Bay Pro is a professional diver's watch equipped with a 42 mm steel case, an impressive water resistance of 500 meters, a steel or rubber bracelet, a high precision mechanical movement, a black dial with a bezel fixed graduated over 24 hours to allow the reading of a second time zone like the Tudor Black Bay GMT. This Black Bay Pro recalls the popular design of the Rolex Explorer II reference 1655 nicknamed &ldquo;Freccione&rdquo;</p>
<h3 dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tudor/black_bay_chrono">Tudor Black Bay Chrono</a></h3>
<p dir="ltr">The Tudor Black Bay Chrono merges the maritime heritage of the Black Bay with the world of the chronograph. Featuring a 41 mm steel case, 20 ATM water resistance, a steel or leather bracelet, a mechanical movement, a dial with two counters and a fixed tachymeter bezel.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tudor/black_bay_p01">Tudor Black Bay P01</a></h3>
<p dir="ltr">The Tudor Black Bay P01 is inspired by prototypes developed for the US Navy in the 1960s. It features a distinctive 42mm steel case, 660 feet water resistance, hybrid rubber strap, mechanical movement, black dial with bidirectional bezel and a unique fixing system.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tudor/pelagos">Tudor Pelagos</a></h3>
<p dir="ltr">The Tudor Pelagos is a watch designed for the ocean depths, offering a robust 42mm titanium case, remarkable water resistance up to 500 meters, a titanium bracelet, a mechanical self-winding MT5612 movement, a dial available in black or blue with luminous indexes, and a unidirectional rotating bezel with precision designed for diving. Due to its advanced diving features, including a helium valve, the Tudor Pelagos has become a favorite choice among professional divers and sports watch enthusiasts across the world.</p>
<p dir="ltr">It is interesting to note that Tudor has released the Pelagos in 39mm and without a helium valve in order to target a more urban, unisex clientele with little interest in scuba diving.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tudor/pelagos_fxd">Tudor Pelagos FXD</a></h3>
<p dir="ltr">The Tudor Pelagos FXD evokes robustness and adventure, with a 42 mm steel case, 20 ATM of water resistance, a fabric or leather strap, a mechanical movement, a refined dial for optimal readability, and mountings on the middle for secure wearing . This FXD is the result of a partnership with the French Navy, celebrating more than 50 years of close relations between the brand and the Navy. Tudor having been a supplier to the French Navy with Tudor Submariners during the 60s and 70s.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Tudor Heritage Chrono</h3>
<p dir="ltr">The Tudor Heritage Chrono is a tribute to vintage chronographs, with a 42 mm stainless steel case, water resistance up to 150 meters, either a fabric or steel bracelet, a mechanical self-winding 2892 movement, a dynamic dial with various colors and counters , and a fixed bezel marked by a tachymeter scale. The Heritage Chrono draws inspiration from Tudor models of the 1970s, and its retro design has captured the imagination of collectors and watch enthusiasts eager to relive the golden age of watch design.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tudor/ranger">Tudor Ranger</a></h3>
<p dir="ltr">The Tudor Ranger is inspired by exploration and in particular the British North Greenland Expedition which took place in the early 1950s. Tudor seized the opportunity to test the robustness of its Tudor Oyster Prince and provided several models to the members of the expedition. The first time that the Ranger name appeared on a professional Tudor dates back to 1963. Several versions will see the light of day until the launch of the new Tudor ranger 2022 offering a 41 mm steel case, water resistance up to 150 meters, a bracelet in leather or steel, a mechanical movement, a dial with luminous Arabic numerals and distinctive hands.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tudor/advisor">Tudor Advisor</a></h3>
<p dir="ltr">The Tudor Advisor is the modern answer to the original Tudor Advisor launched in 1957, featuring a 42mm steel case, water resistance up to 10 ATM feet, a leather or steel bracelet, a mechanical movement with an alarm complication, and a delicately structured dial offering clear reading of functions.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Tudor 1926</h3>
<p dir="ltr">The Tudor 1926 celebrates the brand's founding year, offering a steel case available in several sizes, water resistance up to 10 ATM, a steel bracelet, a mechanical movement, a refined dial with a guilloche pattern and diamond indexes for touch of sophistication.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Tudor Glamour Day+Date</h3>
<p dir="ltr">The Tudor Glamour Day+Date is a blend of functionality and elegance, featuring a sophisticated steel case, suitable water resistance, a leather or steel bracelet, a mechanical movement, a dial with a day and date window, echoing the grandeur of classic watches with a contemporary twist.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Tudor Royal</h3>
<p dir="ltr">The Tudor Royal is the epitome of everyday elegance with a steel case available in multiple sizes, water resistance up to 10 ATM, distinctive integrated steel bracelet, automatic movement and signature fluted bezel. There<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tudor/royal_38"> Tudor Royal 38</a> And<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/tudor/royal_41"> Tudor Royal 41</a> are the two main models offering variations of dials and indexes.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Tudor Clair de Rose</h3>
<p dir="ltr">The Tudor Clair de Rose is a celebration of femininity, with a delicate steel case, water resistance adapted to everyday life, a steel or leather bracelet, a mechanical movement, a refined dial with rose-shaped hands, offering timeless elegance for women.</p>
<h2 dir="ltr">How much does a Tudor watch cost?</h2>
<p dir="ltr">Prices for new Tudor watches change every year, <strong>but most Tudor models cost between &euro; 3,000 and &euro; 5,000</strong>. For example, a Tudor Black Bay 36 costs &euro;3,930, while a Tudor Black Bay 58 in 18k yellow gold costs over &euro;18,000. The second-hand market is also an opportunity to find Tudor watches that are often unavailable in the brand's approved distribution network.</p>
<h2 dir="ltr">Tudor: An irresistible rise alongside the brand to the crown!</h2>
<p dir="ltr">Tudor has carved out a special place for itself in the global watchmaking landscape. While sharing its DNA with<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/rolex"> Rolex</a>, the brand has developed its own character, combining robustness, aesthetics and innovation. <strong>Tudor's flagship models, such as the Black Bay or the Pelagos</strong>, reflect precise watchmaking know-how, combining performance and elegance. Tudor is no longer just a sub-brand of Rolex. It is an entity in its own right, which, through the ages, has been able to reinvent itself to seduce the hearts of watch lovers around the world, allowing it to be part of the ranking of&nbsp;<a href="https://preprod.dialicious.com/en/top/the_best_swiss_watch_brands">Top 10 most popular Swiss watch brands</a>.</p>
<p dir="ltr">In conclusion, if you are looking for a watch combining the prestige of a great watchmaking company and remarkable value for money, Tudor is undoubtedly a choice to consider. Although the official Tudor website presents a plethora of information on their collections, the&nbsp;<strong>Dialicious Owners' Reviews</strong> can prove to be a valuable guide in your decision-making process.</p>
<p dir="ltr">(Updated September 2024)</p>

<p><strong>Atelier Jalaper</strong> est une marque horlog&egrave;re franco-belge fond&eacute;e en <strong>2019</strong> par Louis Jalaber et Simon Szleper. Elle se distingue par une approche unique qui fusionne l'horlogerie traditionnelle avec l'h&eacute;ritage automobile en int&eacute;grant des &eacute;l&eacute;ments authentiques de voitures l&eacute;gendaires dans ses montres.</p>
<h3><strong>Origines et Fondation</strong></h3>
<p>Louis Jalaber et Simon Szleper se sont rencontr&eacute;s lors de leurs &eacute;tudes &agrave; l'ESCP Europe, partageant <strong>une passion commune pour l'horlogerie et l'automobile</strong>. Leur ambition &eacute;tait de cr&eacute;er une montre qui ne se contenterait pas de s'inspirer du design automobile, mais qui int&eacute;grerait v&eacute;ritablement une partie de l'histoire automobile. Cette vision les a conduits &agrave; fonder Atelier Jalaper en 2019.</p>
<h3><strong>Concept et Philosophie</strong></h3>
<p>La philosophie d'Atelier Jalaper repose sur l'id&eacute;e de donner une nouvelle vie &agrave; des voitures embl&eacute;matiques en les int&eacute;grant dans des montres de haute qualit&eacute;. Chaque garde-temps est con&ccedil;u avec des cadrans fabriqu&eacute;s &agrave; partir de pi&egrave;ces authentiques de voitures l&eacute;gendaires, offrant ainsi aux passionn&eacute;s une connexion tangible avec l'histoire automobile.</p>
<h3><strong>Collections et Mod&egrave;les</strong></h3>
<p><em>Collection DB5</em></p>
<p>La premi&egrave;re collection d'Atelier Jalaper rend hommage &agrave; l'Aston Martin DB5, une ic&ocirc;ne des ann&eacute;es 1960. Les cadrans de ces montres sont d&eacute;coup&eacute;s dans le capot en aluminium d'une v&eacute;ritable DB5, conf&eacute;rant &agrave; chaque pi&egrave;ce une patine unique. La collection comprend quatre mod&egrave;les :</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>AJ001-S</strong> : Mod&egrave;le avec affichage de la date, bo&icirc;tier en acier inoxydable</li>
<li><strong>AJ001-B</strong> : Version avec bo&icirc;tier en PVD noir</li>
<li><strong>AJ002-S</strong> : Mod&egrave;le avec affichage du jour et de la date, bo&icirc;tier en acier inoxydable</li>
<li><strong>AJ002-B</strong> : Version avec bo&icirc;tier en PVD noir</li>
</ul>
<p>Ces montres sont &eacute;quip&eacute;es de <strong>mouvements automatiques Miyota</strong>, offrant une r&eacute;serve de marche de 42 heures.</p>
<p><em>Collection Miura</em></p>
<p>La deuxi&egrave;me collection s'inspire de la <strong>Lamborghini Miura</strong>, souvent consid&eacute;r&eacute;e comme la premi&egrave;re supercar au monde. Les cadrans sont fabriqu&eacute;s &agrave; partir de pi&egrave;ces authentiques de la Miura, et la collection propose plusieurs variantes :</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>AJ-P400-V</strong> : Version avec r&eacute;haut vert</li>
<li><strong>AJ-P400-N</strong> : Version avec r&eacute;haut noir</li>
<li><strong>AJ-P400-O</strong> : Version avec r&eacute;haut orange</li>
<li><strong>AJ-P400-B</strong> : Version avec r&eacute;haut bleu</li>
</ul>
<p>Ces mod&egrave;les sont anim&eacute;s par des <strong>mouvements &agrave; remontage manuel Sellita SW270-1 M</strong>, offrant une r&eacute;serve de marche d'environ 45 heures.</p>
<p><em>Collection Jaguar Type E</em></p>
<p>La troisi&egrave;me collection s'inspire de la <strong>Jaguar Type E</strong>, l'une des autos les plus reconnaissables entre toutes. Les cadrans sont fabriqu&eacute;s &agrave; partir de pi&egrave;ces authentiques d'une Jaguar Type E semi-lightweight de 1962, et la collection propose deux variantes :</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>AJ-003-B</strong> : Version au cadran stri&eacute;</li>
<li><strong>AJ-003-W</strong> : Version au cadran noir anodis&eacute;</li>
</ul>
<p>Ces mod&egrave;les sont anim&eacute;s par des <strong>mouvements &agrave; remontage automatique Sellita SW300-1</strong>, offrant une r&eacute;serve de marche d'environ 42 heures.</p>
<h3><strong>Processus de Fabrication et Savoir-Faire</strong></h3>
<p>Atelier Jalaper collabore avec des artisans et des experts horlogers bas&eacute;s &agrave; La Chaux-de-Fonds, en Suisse, pour assurer une qualit&eacute; exceptionnelle. Le processus de fabrication implique une d&eacute;coupe pr&eacute;cise <strong>des pi&egrave;ces automobiles pour cr&eacute;er des cadrans uniques,</strong> suivie d'un assemblage minutieux pour garantir la fiabilit&eacute; et l'esth&eacute;tique de chaque montre.</p>
<h3><strong>Engagement envers l'Authenticit&eacute; et l'Innovation</strong></h3>
<p>La marque s'engage &agrave; pr&eacute;server l'authenticit&eacute; des mat&eacute;riaux utilis&eacute;s tout en innovant dans le design et la fonctionnalit&eacute;. Chaque montre est num&eacute;rot&eacute;e et porte en elle l'&acirc;me de la voiture dont elle est issue, offrant aux collectionneurs et aux passionn&eacute;s une pi&egrave;ce de l'histoire automobile &agrave; leur poignet.</p>
<h3><strong>R&eacute;ception et Perspectives d'Avenir</strong></h3>
<p>Depuis son lancement, Atelier Jalaper a re&ccedil;u <strong>des retours positifs pour son concept novateur </strong>et la qualit&eacute; de ses montres. La marque continue d'explorer de nouvelles collaborations avec des voitures l&eacute;gendaires, &eacute;largissant ainsi sa collection et renfor&ccedil;ant sa position unique &agrave; l'intersection de l'horlogerie et de l'automobile.</p>
<p>En conclusion, Atelier Jalaper se distingue par sa capacit&eacute; &agrave; fusionner l'art horloger avec l'h&eacute;ritage automobile, cr&eacute;ant des montres qui racontent une histoire unique et offrent une exp&eacute;rience &eacute;motionnelle aux passionn&eacute;s des deux univers.</p>
<p>Inspirez-vous des <strong>avis clients Dialicious </strong>pour choisir la montre Atelier Jalaper qui vous convient le mieux. D&eacute;couvrez &eacute;galement le <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/top/les_meilleures_marques_de_montres_de_sports_mecaniques">classement des marques de montres inspir&eacute;es du sport automobile</a>.</p>
<p>(Mise &agrave; jour Mars 2025)</p>

<p dir="ltr"><strong>Atelier Jalaper</strong> is a Franco-Belgian watch brand founded in <strong>2019</strong> by Louis Jalaber and Simon Szleper. It is distinguished by a unique approach that merges traditional watchmaking with automotive heritage by integrating authentic elements of legendary cars into its watches.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Origins and Foundation</h3>
<p dir="ltr">Louis Jalaber and Simon Szleper met during their studies at ESCP Europe, sharing <strong>a common passion for watchmaking and automobiles</strong>. Their ambition was to create a watch that would not only be inspired by automotive design, but would truly incorporate a part of automotive history. This vision led them to found Atelier Jalaper in 2019.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Concept and Philosophy</h3>
<p dir="ltr">Atelier Jalaper's philosophy is based on the idea of ​​giving new life to iconic cars by integrating them into high-quality watches. Each timepiece is designed with dials made from authentic parts from legendary cars, providing enthusiasts with a tangible connection to automotive history.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Collections and Models</h3>
<p dir="ltr"><em>Collection DB5</em></p>
<p dir="ltr">Atelier Jalaper's first collection pays homage to the Aston Martin DB5, an icon of the 1960s. The dials of these watches are cut from the aluminum cover of a real DB5, giving each piece a unique patina. The collection includes four models:</p>
<ul>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><strong>AJ001-S:</strong> Model with date display, stainless steel case</p>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><strong>AJ001-B:&nbsp;</strong>Version with black PVD case</p>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><strong>AJ002-S:</strong> Model with day and date display, stainless steel case</p>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><strong>AJ002-B:</strong> Version with black PVD case</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p dir="ltr">These watches are equipped with <strong>Miyota automatic movements</strong>, offering a power reserve of 42 hours.</p>
<p dir="ltr"><em>Collection Miura</em></p>
<p dir="ltr">The second collection is inspired by the Lamborghini Miura, often considered the world's first supercar. The dials are made from authentic Miura parts, and the collection offers several variations:</p>
<ul>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><strong>AJ-P400-V:</strong> Version with green flange</p>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><strong>AJ-P400-N: </strong>Version with black flange</p>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><strong>AJ-P400-O:</strong> Version with orange flange</p>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><strong>AJ-P400-B:</strong> Version with blue flange</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p dir="ltr">These models are powered by <strong>Sellita SW270-1 M hand-wound movements</strong>, offering a power reserve of approximately 45 hours.</p>
<p dir="ltr"><em>Jaguar E-Type Collection</em></p>
<p dir="ltr">The third collection is inspired by the Jaguar E-Type, one of the most recognizable cars of all. The dials are made from genuine parts from <strong>a 1962&nbsp;Jaguar E-Type semi-lightweight</strong>, and the collection offers two variants:</p>
<ul>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><strong>AJ-003-B: </strong>Version with vertically brushed dial</p>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><strong>AJ-003-W:</strong> Version with black anodized dial</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p dir="ltr">These models are driven by <strong>Sellita SW300-1 self-winding movements</strong>, offering a power reserve of approximately 42 hours.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Manufacturing Process and Know-How</h3>
<p dir="ltr">Atelier Jalaper collaborates with artisans and watchmaking experts based in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, to ensure exceptional quality. The manufacturing process involves precise cutting of automotive parts to create unique dials, followed by careful assembly to ensure the reliability and aesthetics of each watch.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Commitment to Authenticity and Innovation</h3>
<p dir="ltr">The brand is committed to preserving the authenticity of the materials used while innovating in design and functionality. Each watch is numbered and carries within it the soul of the car from which it comes, offering collectors and enthusiasts <strong>a piece of automotive history on their wrist</strong>.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Reception and Future Prospects</h3>
<p dir="ltr">Since its launch, Atelier Jalaper has received <strong>positive feedback for its innovative concept </strong>and the quality of its watches. The brand continues to explore new collaborations with legendary cars, expanding its collection and strengthening its unique position at the intersection of watchmaking and automobiles.&nbsp;In conclusion, Atelier Jalaper stands out for its ability to merge the art of watchmaking with automotive heritage, creating watches that tell a unique story and offer an emotional experience to enthusiasts of both worlds.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Take inspiration from <strong>Dialicious customer reviews</strong> to choose the Atelier Jalaper watch that suits you best. Also discover the <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/top/the_best_brands_of_motor_sports_watches">ranking of watch brands inspired by motorsport</a>.</p>
<p dir="ltr">(Updated March 2025)</p>

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