Carlingue Aviation Heritage - References, Prices and Owners' Reviews

I was looking for a watch with character, a real piece that tells a story. Not just something that shines on the wrist, but something with soul. And with the Carlingue Aviation Héritage, I found much more than that. From the moment you open the case, you sense the tone: it's raw, it's masculine, it's old school. The design is clearly inspired by the flight instruments of old cockpits—the real ones, the ones that smelled of engine oil and adrenaline. The readability is perfect, and the dial has that unabashed, unad…

Lots of attention to detail, like the very nice hands (H+M Bréguet, +S Speed). The iridescent green dial is superb. But above all, it's a tool watch for the airline pilot in me, and it's a true GMT with a Miyota movement, all for a very reasonable price compared to other true GMTs available on the market. One downside? The case is a bit thick for my taste, and the holes on the lugs are there for "decoration" because they're not in front of the spring bars.

I first met Carlingue when the company was launched at the end of 2024. What enthusiasm I felt seeing these watches designed by Alexandre Voirin, with their sleek, refined lines, combining timelessness and robustness! The choice wasn't easy given all these models with their strong personality and identity. On the wrist, this one feels very comfortable, lightweight, and very robust at the same time. The precision of the mechanism and the quality of the materials punctuate this impression of having adopted an excepti…

I fell in love with this collection of various watches, but especially the one I chose for its blue dial with reflections, mounted on a light blue cordura strap that matches the dial. It's very easy to remove for a change of look, with a navy blue leather strap that's very comfortable on the skin. This watch pairs perfectly with a casual outfit of jeans and sneakers or a more dressy dress.

I first spotted the Carlingue Aviation 01 as soon as it launched its Kickstarter campaign, and I almost gave in at the time. In the end, I waited a bit before buying it—and I don't regret that decision at all, because it allowed me to meet Alexandre, the brand's founder. He's a true enthusiast, and talking with him reinforced my interest in the world of Carlingue. I've owned this watch for a little over two months now, and I wear it almost every day, despite having other models available. That's how well it's earne…