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Having explored the well-known brands, I wanted to break away from traditional codes with slightly more sophisticated finishes and a strong design, recognizable at first glance. My choice fell on this Tribute 1, whose finishes are close to perfection: its visible barrel on the dial, its hand-finished movement and barrel bridge, and so on! Its power reserve of approximately 100 hours, its 38 mm diameter, and its thickness completely won me over.

This watch also comes with a 10-year warranty. A significant guarantee of confidence when purchasing.

Introducing my Tribute 1 Armin Strom

As a fan of Nomos, I was looking for a mechanical watch with a small diameter and a touch of originality. So I set my sights on this Club Campus. A very deep pink California dial and a very nice fluorescent orange "small seconds" complication. Enough to cheer you up :-) The finishes are of remarkable quality. If I had to make a small criticism, it would be its screwed back which does not allow you to see the movement. The option was available on other dial colors but not on this version. The lugs are a little long but nothing surprising for Nomos. Its light gray strap suits it perfectly and provides a contrast with the flashy dial. A model that I particularly like and which is aimed at a wide audience.

Ma Nomos Club Campus 36mm

A chic sports watch that can be worn in all circumstances. A 39.7 mm case that I preferred to the iconic Speed whose case was too bulky for my taste. This Omega is for me the model to have in your collection. I preferred its sword hands as well as the shape and size of its case and its horns. Pleasant proportions, it sits perfectly on the wrist. The caramel leather strap on a pin buckle is very comfortable to wear. You will have understood me, huge crush on this First.

FIRST OMEGA IN SPACE

A diameter of 36 mm associated with a bronze case and an original almond green dial, it didn't take more for me to fall for this Big Crown. I particularly appreciate the patina that the case takes over time; it gives it an even more retro tone. And its light green dial differentiates it from the other models in the range and goes really well with the bronze. The only downside: the leather strap is not suitable for small wrists.

ORIS BIG CROWN BRONZE

Passionate about the brand for a long time, I fell in love with this Chronoris. The shape of its case, its extremely well-finished and comfortable bracelet, its vintage and sporty style. The assets that I like combined in one model; I could only buy it. Its caliber is a robust and precise Sellita. It is a shame that this Chronoris is out of collection; perhaps it will reappear with the new caliber!

CHRONOR'S MOUTH 

I have always been a big fan of Grand Seiko, both for their polishing and their incredible finishes. Poetry is anchored in most of their models with sumptuous dials. The opening and excellent welcome of the Grand Seiko Vendôme boutique convinced me to take the plunge and buy it. And I don't regret it! I chose a Spring Drive to marry the best of both worlds (between automatic and quartz). The only negative point is that I find that the bracelet is not in line with the rest of the model. The buckle is not high enough quality and it remains a little too simple for my taste.

GRAND SEIKO SBGA283 SPRING DRIVE

I first discovered the Black Bay in its 41 version (ETA movement) but I found it too imposing and too thick for my wrist. When the release of this 58 was announced with its reduced diameter, its "so-called" manufacture movement and its reduced thickness, I immediately rushed to the store! I also appreciated the aesthetics of the model; in particular its black dial matching its bezel with golden touches and its small red triangle. Its steel bracelet is very well finished but, the only downside is that it lacks a micro adjustment for the watch to be perfect.

Tudor Black Bay 58

A watch that I particularly like. A vintage spirit combined with a touch of modernity. Its bronze fluted bezel combined with its blue dial gives this Big Crown all its personality. Its 36 mm size is ideal. I liked the originality of the pointer date (date indication). An emblematic watch for the house of Oris. A piece of history on the wrist.

Big Crown Pointer Date

<p><strong>Armin Strom</strong>, founded in <strong>1967</strong> in Burgdorf (Switzerland) by master watchmaker Armin Strom, first made a name through skeletonization before evolving into a contemporary manufacture in Biel/Bienne under a new leadership. The brand targets enthusiasts who want to see the mechanics on the dial side and embrace an independent signature that&rsquo;s instantly recognisable.</p>
<h3>Mechanical resonance and the coupling spring</h3>
<p>At Armin Strom, &ldquo;resonance&rdquo; is not abstract but visible: two distinct regulating organs synchronize via a proprietary coupling spring, making the interaction tangible to the eye and to the twin seconds. The aim is improved rate stability and a demonstrative watchmaking experience; <strong>the brand formalised a modern, patented take on resonance based on a spring linking the balance spring studs of two balances</strong>. The twin-seconds reset highlights the phenomenon and underscores that the animation serves a coherent technical purpose.</p>
<h3>System 78 and resonance: the lineup at a glance</h3>
<p>The System 78 collection groups more compact, daily-wear pieces while keeping the brand&rsquo;s movement-forward DNA; <strong>the idea is to offer an entry point into independent watchmaking without giving up signature displays and architecture</strong>. Key families:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Armin Strom Gravity Equal Force</strong> &mdash; automatic, dial-side construction designed to deliver a more even torque to the gear train; versatile use with a technical look.</li>
<li><strong>Armin Strom Tribute 1</strong> &mdash; contemporary dress watch, off-centred time display and visible barrel, refined finishing in a sleek format.</li>
<li><strong>Armin Strom Orbit</strong> &mdash; &ldquo;date-on-demand&rdquo; complication actuated via the bezel, date display parked when not in use; sport-chic spirit on an integrated bracelet.</li>
<li><strong>Armin Strom One Week</strong> &mdash; seven-day power reserve, dial-side construction showcasing key organs and the brand&rsquo;s signature decoration.</li>
<li><strong>Armin Strom Mirrored Force Resonance</strong> &mdash; flagship expression of resonance, twin mirrored seconds with simultaneous reset, a watchmaking experience writ large.</li>
</ul>
<h3>From a skeletonized atelier to the Biel/Bienne manufacture</h3>
<p>Armin Strom&rsquo;s journey begins with a skeletonizing workshop and, from the late 2000s, becomes an independent manufacture in Biel/Bienne led by Serge Michel (entrepreneur) and Claude Greisler (master watchmaker). This shift structured a house language &mdash; dial-side movements, sculptural bridges, didactic staging of functions &mdash; and a clear portfolio of collections; <strong>continuity between the skeletonizing tradition and today&rsquo;s openworked architecture is the brand&rsquo;s red thread</strong>. The tone remains educational: components revealed, functions explained, technical signatures brought to the fore.</p>
<h3>Positioning, pricing and distribution: independent and unapologetic</h3>
<p>Armin Strom sits in independent haute horlogerie, with prices typically starting in the tens of thousands of CHF for System 78 and rising substantially for resonance and more complex editions (precise brackets: not disclosed; vary by version, materials and series). Distribution blends direct sales and selected retailers, with measured production volumes (not disclosed); <strong>the typical buyer seeks a statement piece where technique becomes an aesthetic language and a conversation starter</strong>. Service and occasional personalization should be considered case by case.</p>
<h3>Conclusion</h3>
<p>Armin Strom will appeal to those who want to &ldquo;see&rdquo; mechanics: System 78 for regular, readable wear; Orbit for a useful, playful complication; One Week for demonstrative autonomy; and Mirrored Force Resonance for the full atelier experience on the wrist. The signature is clear: off-centred displays, sculptural bridges, key organs on show. To choose among families, weigh your use (daily, dressy, technical) against your desired level of expression. To align style, technique, and real-world ownership, rely on <strong>Dialicious customer reviews</strong>. That way, selection is grounded in lived experience.</p>
<p>(Updated August 2025)</p>

<p>Fond&eacute;e en <strong>1970</strong> par Philippe Saner dans le Jura suisse, la marque <strong>Saner</strong> incarne un demi-si&egrave;cle d'excellence horlog&egrave;re. Initialement sp&eacute;cialis&eacute;e dans l'assemblage de mouvements m&eacute;caniques, l'entreprise a su &eacute;voluer tout en conservant son savoir-faire artisanal. En 2020, pour c&eacute;l&eacute;brer ses 50 ans, la famille Saner a lanc&eacute; une collection exclusive de montres en &eacute;dition limit&eacute;e, marquant ainsi son entr&eacute;e sur le devant de la sc&egrave;ne horlog&egrave;re.</p>
<h3><strong>Les D&eacute;buts : Un Atelier Familial</strong></h3>
<p>Philippe Saner a &eacute;tabli son atelier &agrave; Alle, dans le Jura suisse, une r&eacute;gion r&eacute;put&eacute;e pour son expertise horlog&egrave;re. D&egrave;s le d&eacute;part, l'atelier s'est distingu&eacute; par la pr&eacute;cision de son travail, fournissant des mouvements m&eacute;caniques &agrave; des marques prestigieuses. Cette r&eacute;putation d'excellence a permis &agrave; l'entreprise de se d&eacute;velopper tout en restant fid&egrave;le &agrave; ses <strong>racines familiales</strong>.</p>
<h3><strong>L'&Eacute;volution : De la Sous-Traitance &agrave; la Cr&eacute;ation de Montres</strong></h3>
<p>Apr&egrave;s des d&eacute;cennies en tant que sous-traitant de confiance, la <strong>famille Saner </strong>a d&eacute;cid&eacute; de capitaliser sur son expertise en lan&ccedil;ant sa propre ligne de montres. Cette transition a &eacute;t&eacute; motiv&eacute;e par le d&eacute;sir de proposer des garde-temps refl&eacute;tant leur vision de l'horlogerie, alliant tradition et innovation.</p>
<h3><strong>La Collection "Heart in Light"</strong></h3>
<p>Pour c&eacute;l&eacute;brer son 50e anniversaire, Saner a d&eacute;voil&eacute; la collection <strong>"Heart in Light"</strong>. Compos&eacute;e de cinq mod&egrave;les exclusifs, chaque pi&egrave;ce est limit&eacute;e &agrave; 50 exemplaires et <strong>certifi&eacute;e par le Contr&ocirc;le Officiel Suisse des Chronom&egrave;tres (COSC)</strong>, garantissant une pr&eacute;cision exceptionnelle. Les mod&egrave;les se d&eacute;clinent avec des bracelets en cuir, m&eacute;tal ou nylon, offrant une vari&eacute;t&eacute; adapt&eacute;e aux go&ucirc;ts diversifi&eacute;s des amateurs de montres.</p>
<h3><strong>Engagement envers la Qualit&eacute; et l'Innovation</strong></h3>
<p>Saner s'engage &agrave; maintenir des <strong>standards de qualit&eacute; &eacute;lev&eacute;s</strong>. L'atelier, modernis&eacute; et bien &eacute;quip&eacute;, se sp&eacute;cialise dans l'assemblage de mouvements m&eacute;caniques, le garnissage de platines et l'embo&icirc;tage de montres, y compris celles avec complications. Cette infrastructure permet &agrave; la marque de contr&ocirc;ler chaque &eacute;tape de la production, assurant ainsi la fiabilit&eacute; et la durabilit&eacute; de ses produits.</p>
<h3><strong>Conclusion</strong></h3>
<p>La marque Saner illustre la capacit&eacute; d'une <strong>entreprise familiale</strong> &agrave; &eacute;voluer tout en pr&eacute;servant son h&eacute;ritage. En lan&ccedil;ant sa propre collection de montres, Saner a d&eacute;montr&eacute; que l'expertise accumul&eacute;e au fil des d&eacute;cennies peut servir de fondation solide pour innover et proposer des produits de haute qualit&eacute; aux passionn&eacute;s d'horlogerie.</p>
<p>Inspirez-vous des <strong>avis clients Dialicious</strong> pour choisir la montre qui vous ressemble.</p>
<p>(Mise &agrave; jour Mars 2025)</p>

<p dir="ltr">Founded in <strong>1970</strong> by Philippe Saner in the Swiss Jura, the brand <strong>Saner</strong> embodies half a century of watchmaking excellence. Initially specializing in the assembly of mechanical movements, the company has evolved while maintaining its artisanal know-how. In 2020, to celebrate its 50th anniversary, the Saner family launched an exclusive collection of limited edition watches, marking its entry onto the watchmaking scene.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">The Beginnings: A Family Workshop</h3>
<p dir="ltr">Philippe Saner established his workshop in Alle, in the Swiss Jura, a region renowned for its watchmaking expertise. From the start, the workshop stood out for the precision of its work, supplying mechanical movements to prestigious brands. This reputation for excellence has allowed the company to grow while remaining faithful to its <strong>family roots</strong>.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">The Evolution: From Subcontracting to Watch Creation</h3>
<p dir="ltr">After decades as a trusted subcontractor, the <strong>Saner family</strong> decided to capitalize on its expertise by launching its own line of watches. This transition was motivated by the desire to offer timepieces reflecting their vision of watchmaking, combining tradition and innovation.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Collection "Heart in Light"</h3>
<p dir="ltr">To celebrate its 50th anniversary, Saner unveiled the collection <strong>"Heart in Light"</strong>. Made up of five exclusive models, each piece is limited to 50 copies and <strong>certified by the &ldquo;Controle Officiel Suisse des Chronometres&rdquo; (COSC)</strong>, guaranteeing exceptional precision. The models are available with leather, metal or nylon straps, offering a variety suited to the diverse tastes of watch lovers.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Commitment to Quality and Innovation</h3>
<p dir="ltr">Saner is committed to maintaining high quality standards. The workshop, modernized and well equipped, specializes in the assembly of mechanical movements, the filling of plates and the casing of watches, including those with complications. This infrastructure allows the brand to control each stage of production, thus ensuring the reliability and durability of its products.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Conclusion</h3>
<p dir="ltr">The Saner brand illustrates the capacity of <strong>family business</strong> to evolve while preserving its heritage. By launching its own watch collection, Saner has demonstrated that the expertise accumulated over decades can serve as a solid foundation to innovate and offer high-quality products to watch enthusiasts.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Get inspired by <strong>Dialicious owner&rsquo;s reviews </strong>to choose the watch that suits you.</p>
<p dir="ltr">(Updated March 2025)</p>

<p><strong>Armin Strom Tribute 1</strong> was launched in <strong>2021</strong> in Biel as a contemporary take on the dress watch: a hand-wound three-hander with an off-center time display and a proudly showcased &ldquo;motor barrel&rdquo; on the dial. Designed for effortless daily wear, it targets independent-watchmaking fans who want something thin, legible and exquisitely finished, without ostentation.</p>
<h3>Contemporary design, off-center dial and Armin Strom &ldquo;lip&rdquo;</h3>
<p>The Tribute 1&rsquo;s visual signature pairs an off-center hours/minutes/seconds sub-dial with a visible barrel held by a mirror-polished finger bridge; it sits in a 38 mm case with straight flanks, a slim bezel, angular lugs and the brand&rsquo;s small &ldquo;lip&rdquo; at 6 o&rsquo;clock. <strong>The crown sits at 2 o&rsquo;clock, an ergonomic and stylistic choice that defines the model&rsquo;s character</strong>. These cues, drawn by co-founder/technical lead Claude Greisler, anchor the Tribute 1 in Armin Strom&rsquo;s language while refining it for the city.</p>
<h3>Caliber AMW21: motor barrel, 100-hour reserve and hand finishing</h3>
<p>Inside is the in-house, hand-wound AMW21 (21 jewels, 25,200 vph, 135 parts). <strong>Its &ldquo;motor barrel&rdquo;&mdash;with the arbor turning around the mainspring inside the barrel&mdash;delivers about 100 hours of power while saving space</strong>. Flip the watch and a large three-quarter bridge shows Geneva stripes with 60&deg; anglage and perlage&mdash;finishing levels seldom seen at this price; as with all Armin Strom calibers, the movement is assembled twice to meet tight tolerances.</p>
<h3>Dimensions, wear and clarity: 38 mm, ~9.38 mm thick, 50 m</h3>
<p>Built for cuffs, the steel (or rose-gold) case measures 38 mm by ~9.38 mm with AR-coated sapphire crystals front and back and 50 m water resistance. <strong>This compact, slim footprint makes for stable, discreet wear while the off-center display stays instantly legible</strong>. Alternating brushed/polished surfaces and in-house polished steel hands catch light without glare.</p>
<h3>Audience, positioning and what matters</h3>
<p>Tribute 1 is for independent-watch lovers seeking a different dress watch, focused on mechanics and ergonomics. <strong>Early steel editions opened at about CHF 13,900 (First Edition 2021), the California run followed (~EUR 16,500), then more exclusive fum&eacute; pieces (2023) at ~CHF 19,900/EUR 23,100 and a rose-gold edition (2022)</strong>. Rather than headline specs, you&rsquo;re buying singular architecture, a visible barrel-train &ldquo;choreography&rdquo; and hand finishing you can appreciate at a glance.</p>
<h3>Timeline anchors and principal models (2021&ndash;2025)</h3>
<p><strong>(2021) Armin Strom Tribute 1 First Edition:</strong></p>
<p>The debut run (25 pieces) set the model&rsquo;s grammar: 38 mm steel, ~9.38 mm thick, crown at 2, grained anthracite plate, off-center sub-dial top-left and a barrel at about 4&ndash;5 o&rsquo;clock under a polished solid-white-gold bridge. <strong>Caliber AMW21 delivers ~100 hours and, uniquely for this run, a 10-year warranty</strong>. Balanced on-wrist, immediately legible and characterful without being large; a highly resolved &ldquo;first step&rdquo; that sold swiftly. (Launch price ~CHF 13,900.)</p>
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<p><strong>(2021) Armin Strom Tribute 1 California:</strong></p>
<p>A colourful limited series (25 total, five fum&eacute; shades) with a California dial mixing Roman and Arabic numerals over a guilloch&eacute; plate. <strong>The core ease remains: 38 mm, 50 m, hand-wound AMW21 100 h, crown at 2 and meticulous hand finishing</strong>. The vibe is more casual-chic with lively light play and preserved readability&mdash;an expressive signature that still works as a dress watch. (Announced late 2021, ~EUR 16,500/CHF 17,900.)</p>
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<p><strong>(2021) Armin Strom Tribute 1 (steel, regular production):</strong></p>
<p>Following the First Edition, ongoing steel variants consolidated the line with understated dials (black, blue, grey) and the same technical core. <strong>The appeal lies in the size/thickness balance and the staged barrel that gives the dial &ldquo;breathing space&rdquo;</strong>. This is the straightforward way to get the &ldquo;pure&rdquo; Tribute 1 design without chasing limited runs, yet still enjoying high-level finishing and rigorous assembly.</p>
<p><strong>(2022) Armin Strom Tribute 1 Rose Gold:</strong></p>
<p>The first precious-metal iteration (100 pieces): still 38 mm/9.38 mm, 50 m, but with added warmth and density&mdash;barrel bridge, hands and even-hour markers rendered to match. <strong>The crown at 2 and the barrel under its polished bridge heighten the gold/anthracite contrast while AMW21 keeps its 100 hours</strong>. A dressier, yet light-wearing expression that stays faithful to the line&rsquo;s minimalist-technical brief. (Officially introduced October 2022.)</p>
<p><strong>(2023) Armin Strom Tribute 1 Fum&eacute; (Ocean, Slate, Sky, Burgundy):</strong></p>
<p>A steel quartet (10 pieces per colour) with vivid fum&eacute; sub-dials over guilloch&eacute; plates crafted by Kari Voutilainen&rsquo;s atelier. <strong>It preserves 38 mm, ~9.38 mm, 50 m, hand-wound AMW21 with 100 h and the crown at 2, but adds more expressive light play</strong>. The shifting tones deepen the dial&rsquo;s relief and spotlight the bridge finishing. Launched around Dubai Watch Week 2023 (about CHF 19,900/EUR 23,100).</p>
<p><strong>(2025) Armin Strom Tribute 1 Sandstein:</strong></p>
<p>A warm, sandstone-toned edition (38 mm steel) inspired by Burgdorf&rsquo;s native stone: off-center guilloch&eacute; time dial, frosted plate, visible barrel under polished finger bridge and the AMW21 within. <strong>The mineral palette and texture bring a cosy classicism without diluting the modern architecture</strong>. Limited (announced at 50 pieces), 50 m, double AR sapphire&mdash;material-minded character added to the line.</p>
<h3>Conclusion</h3>
<p><strong>The Tribute 1 is a modern dress watch focused on essentials: architecture, finishing and comfort,</strong> with a hand-wound movement designed to go the distance. It&rsquo;s meant for those who want original, quietly technical presence, far from complication one-upmanship. To decide, weigh context (office/evening), your taste for textures (fum&eacute;/guilloch&eacute;/sandstone) and the allure of limited editions. <strong>For judgment beyond the spec sheet, nothing beats Dialicious customer reviews.</strong></p>
<p>(Updated August 2025)</p>

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