ZRC - History, Models and Owners' Reviews

I like divers for their readability, luminescence and resistance, especially those that keep an original and elegant design. This model, discovered at a watch fair, has all these qualities. Originally delivered with a black nylon strap and a leather one, I bought a steel strap in addition. An additional nylon was offered to me when I purchased it.

It was first the design that caught my attention. Then, it was the story. Finally, it was the fidelity to the original, right down to the bracelet, that finally made me decide to try it on to confirm my choice. When I tried it on at a distributor in Toulon, I was also able to try on the GF42163, but I found it far too thick and heavy. I didn't see the adjective, but the one that suits it best, in my opinion, is SHARP, given the sharp angles of the horns. The positives of my GF38 are the design, the extraordinary light, the comfortable and stretchy bracelet. The negatives are that you need a knack for closing the bracelet, and the downside of the protection is that the crown is not very accessible.

I had already had a certain hype for the By Stef "1" then I had missed it with other projects and especially another Grand Fond in my collection. (A Spirit whose review I have already posted on Dialicious). I must admit for the anecdote that it was the second ZRC and always a more demanding expectation on a dial that I considered too wise. When the By Stef 2 project started I again came close to correction with another compulsive purchase 😊… and finally… Knowing Stéphane Clouzeau for a few years, I contacted him recently just after the opening night and I benefited from a cancellation. 24h delivery (Pithiviers is not very far from Paris where I live) From there, ZRC, for me - diver (or ex future diver) is also a story of passions, stories, strict specifications: passing through prestigious ambassadors: the Jacques Cousteau, divers / mine clearers of the Mediterranean ... A story that started 120 years ago and then a more hollow period like many brands and the resurrection. Of the 2000s which is not ephemeral seen from the window and this thanks to a committed CEO whose name is linked to the brand. I invite you if it is not already done to watch the Podcast of Georges Brunet (CEO of ZRC): For those who have not already listened to it and who would be interested in a Podcast that I found captivating on ZRC. https://smartlink.ausha.co/des-montres-et-vous/83-georges-brunet-ceo-de-zrc-raconte-en-exclu-le-retour-de-la-grands-fonds The characteristics of the beauty after these lucubrations: - the latest Sellita SW300 developed quite precise -5/+5 and 56h of autonomy, it's correct - a minimum now! - a magnificent blue dial with the look of Deepsea and underlined and raised indexes - no complications (between us I find that quite superfluous for a diver) - classic ceramic bezel - patents that are the pride of the brand like the "rinsing" and evacuation system of salt crystals: ECS… etc. - an improvement IMHO of the fluidity of the movement / winding thanks to this new movement surely… A generous package for this By Stef! Soft and comfortable FKM bracelet, a numbered bronze plate (?), tools for changing the bracelet, the “special force” box 😅