The must-have Macro Loupe for all watch lovers

Iconic watch art prints. Made in Switzerland, lifetime guarantee

A perfect everyday watch, and I think I'm well placed to attest to that, having owned this beauty for over 20 years.
And as incredible as it may seem, the battery has never been changed since I bought it in the early 2000s. So, when Casio tells you the battery will last 10 years, with any luck, it will last over 20. This watch can tell you the time in over 24 cities around the world, in addition to local time, of course. It also has a phone book and allows you to store up to 30 phone numbers. In addition to the three alarms, in case one isn't enough, it has a stopwatch, a countdown timer, and even a luminescent function.
So, I can assure you that this watch is perfect in every way.

The most perfect and complete of watches

This chronograph, which has all the attributes of a high-end chronograph, incredible finishes, a dial full of details and a genuine leather strap Made in France, not to mention its glassbox-style sapphire crystal. If someone told me that this watch cost 5 times more than its price, it wouldn't surprise me. The caliber, a Seagull ST1901, does the job well and makes the watch cost what it does. A watch that I love and that I would recommend.

A chronograph that has everything a high-end chronograph has to offer

A lovely 40mm watch.
Reliable and rather well-made for a price that's still as incredible as ever, a secret that only the Japanese seem to know.
A trendy style, both modern and vintage, reminiscent of those 70s watches with integrated straps, but with that 21st-century twist.
It's beautiful and timeless, like a 60s Piaggio Vespa revisited for 2025.
Nothing is random, and everything is in its right place.
100% in-house at a price that beats all competition, if I'm not mistaken... right?

Simple and effective

Like a Leclerc tank, and not just in a figurative sense...
A big watch, wide, thick, and long, that gives an impression of indestructibility. A watch you wear when you go wild boar hunting, and when you have to knock down a load-bearing wall or an armored door with a sledgehammer. It's water-resistant to 180 meters, so even if you have to jump into the water, you can do it without a problem. It can even serve as a weight belt or knuckle duster depending on the situation... And yet, it's so endearing! Once you have it on your wrist, you never want to part with it. I was looking for a sturdy mechanical watch at a low price, and I wasn't disappointed by this Bradner.

A watch designed to invade countries

This reissue of a 1960s watch is, in my opinion, a great success. I find it very elegant, and all this for a small budget.
With a small 34 mm diameter and a very thin thickness, even with its domed acrylic crystal, it has all the hallmarks of a 1960s watch.
It is equipped with a Seagull ST6 mechanical movement, and the feel of the crown when wound is the same as on a watch from that era.
The champagne sunray dial changes with the light, and it's very beautiful.
Even the faux lizard strap is good quality for the price.
In conclusion, if you like vintage watches, this is a good compromise to be able to wear this watch without worrying about its proper functioning.
However, this is another watch my wife often steals!

A vintage inspiration that has stood the test of time

Just as some people would like to capture all the Pokémon, I would like to capture all these vintage-style Casios.
I see them as stylish treats with lots of different flavors, each one as delicious as the next.
The Casio A100WE looks like it came straight from the 80s with its design of a Renault 18 Turbo on-board computer or a BMW 528i E28 Check Control. It gives me the impression of being in the Mitterrand era and a lot of nostalgia for the R21 txi and R25 V6 turbo.
In conclusion, I love it!

Casio A100WE

The Casio brand, founded in 1946 by Tadao Kashio in Tokyo, Japan, was a key player in the development and popularization of electronic watches. Although the company began producing calculators, it quickly identified the potential of electronic watches, launching its first model, the Casiotron, in 1974.
<h2 dir="ltr">History of the Casio brand</h2>
The Casiotron - relaunched in 2024 in an ultra-limited series, was revolutionary for its time, featuring an automatic calendar that recognized months at 31, 30 and 28 days. This was the beginning of Casio's long history of innovation in watches. One of Casio's most notable contributions to watchmaking is the series <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/casio/g-shock">G-Shock</a>, launched in 1983. The G-Shock was designed to withstand shock and vibration, and it quickly became a benchmark for ruggedness and functionality.
Casio is one of the 3 flagship brands in the Japanese watch industry with<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/seiko"> Seiko</a> And<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/citizen"> Citizen</a>.
<h2 dir="ltr">What are Casio&rsquo;s iconic models?</h2>
Casio offers a wide range of watches, from rugged sports watches to stylish watches. Here are some of their most popular collections:
<h3 dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/casio/g-shock">Casio G-Shock</a></h3>
Launched in 1983 and celebrating its 50th anniversary, the Casio G-Shock is undoubtedly the brand's most emblematic model. Available in hundreds of versions from a few tens of euros to several thousand like the MRG range, the G-Shock is undoubtedly the watch that appeals to the greatest number of watch enthusiasts. And yes, we can almost say that all watch enthusiasts have a G-Shock in their collection! With an ultra-resistant case in resin, steel, titanium or other alloys, the G-Shock features a quartz movement, a mainly digital display, and complications such as chronograph, alarm, and perpetual calendar, the G-Shock is a watch designed for adventure and action accessible to all budgets!
<h3 dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/casio/edifice">Casio Edifice</a></h3>
This collection is geared towards style and functionality, with a stainless steel case, water resistance up to 10 ATM, steel bracelet, quartz movement, analog dial, and complications such as chronograph and date. Some models also include Bluetooth connectivity.
<h3 dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/casio/pro_trek">Casio Pro Trek</a></h3>
Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, these watches offer a resin case, water resistance up to 100 meters, resin strap, quartz movement, digital dial, and complications such as compass, altimeter, barometer, and thermometer. The Pro Trek are true watches for adventurers looking for monitoring of their performance.
<h3 dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/casio/vintage">Casio Vintage</a></h3>
Inspired by retro designs, these watches feature a resin or steel case, water resistance up to 100 feet, a steel or resin bracelet, quartz movement, and a classic digital dial. They capture the essence of the 80s and 90s.
<h3 dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/casio/oceanus">Casio Oceanus</a></h3>
The Oceanus series represents the elite of Casio technology, offering a fusion of technology and elegance. The case is made of titanium, with water resistance up to 10 ATM, a titanium bracelet, a solar movement that uses Multi-Band 6 technology for automatic time synchronization, an analog dial with diamond indexes or in mother-of-pearl, and complications such as perpetual calendar, power reserve indicator, and world time display for certain models.
<h2 dir="ltr">Casio: The brand for all watch lovers</h2>
Casio has managed to combine innovation, style and accessibility. Whether you're an athlete, adventurer, fashion enthusiast, or simply looking for a reliable everyday watch, Casio has something to offer. The Casio website offers a wealth of information on their watches, and owners' reviews on Dialicious can guide you in your choice.
In summary, Casio is a brand that has brought true innovations to watchmaking, offering a range of watches that meet different needs and preferences. With its reputation for quality and durability, Casio continues to be a popular choice for those looking for a watch that is both functional and affordable.
Check out the <a href="https://preprod.dialicious.com/en/top/the_best_japanese_watch_brands">Ranking of the best japanese watch brands</a>, including Casio.
(Updated July 2023)
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Here is my first watch, a daily that I have had for 5 years, this Casio Vintage has: hour minute second, date day, a chronograph and an alarm, LED for night reading, all for only 30€, note that you can enhance it with an 18mm leather strap, mine is a vintage leather strap found for only 2€

Casio vintage A158WEA-9

This is the W-59-1VQ model. This little watch goes everywhere and is very useful to me, in my precise timing during my daily work (simple, efficient, and reliable are its qualities). It is discreet, light and above all its price is very funky!!
It also reminds me of my early childhood discovering the passage of time...
A Casio one day, a Casio always...

But Casio!

A vintage Casio 593 W-79 that I have had for almost 30 years and that was given to me by my dad when I was a child.
My very first watch that I have always kept and that works like the first day.
I change the battery myself and the watch starts again for several years.
The little extra: the button at the top left to light up the screen!


My first watch

Today, I'm going to tell you about a small Casio, certainly not the best known but which deserves your attention. It is the Casio AQ -S800WD-1EF
It is a watch with a resin case painted "steel" an acrylic glass, unfortunately, but with a steel bracelet. The dimensions 47.6 from lug to lug, 42 wide by 10.6 mm thick, with a weight of 89gr all included!
The characteristics now:

World time function
The world time function displays the time in 29 time zones and major cities around the world.

Stopwatch function - 1/100 sec - 1 h
The elapsed time, split times and total time are calculated with an accuracy of 1/100th of a second, over a maximum duration of one hour.

2 countdown timers - 5 sec - 100 minutes (with automatic repeat function)
This model has two independent countdown timers that emit a signal after the programmed time has elapsed before automatically resuming from the pre-programmed time. The watch's measuring capacity reaches up to 100 minutes and can be set in 5-second increments.

5 daily alarms
A daily alarm reminds you of your deadlines at the programmed time. This model has five independent alarms to flexibly remind you of your important appointments.

On/Off key beep
The key beep can be deactivated with the mode button. After deactivation, there is no longer a beep when switching from one function to another. However, programmed alarms or countdowns remain active after deactivating the key beep.

Automatic calendar
Once programmed, the automatic calendar always displays the correct date.

12/24 Hour Time Format
You can display the time in 12-hour or 24-hour format.

Domed Watch Glass
The surface of the watch glass is domed, which provides great strength and high pressure resistance.

Acrylic Glass
Acrylic is highly shock-resistant.

Stainless Steel Bracelet
Strong, durable and elegant: the stainless steel bracelet is an essential watch classic.

Safety Clasp
Perfectly safe: The bracelet of this watch has a special safety clasp that prevents the bracelet from opening accidentally.

Battery Level Indicator
Displays the current battery level.

Waterproof class (10 bars)
Perfect for swimming and snorkeling: the watch is waterproof up to 10 bars (ISO 22810
LED lighting
The watch face is illuminated by a light-emitting diode.
And the best for last:
Solar operation
Solar cells provide an autonomous and environmentally friendly energy supply. The surplus solar energy is stored in an accumulator.
This is one of my favorite watches that I wear very often despite more expensive models.
Any flaws? Yes, there are definitely some... 
The acrylic glass is resistant to breakage but which quickly got scratched... admittedly during a DIY session...
The very small LCD screen requiring good eyesight and finally
The LED lighting that illuminates ONLY the LCD dial... too bad
But there is one thing I will tell you to convince you to have this little tool watch is the price: 46 euros!!!!


the little lowcoast tool-watch that gives you a lot

This is the only quartz watch in my collection, why because I am not a fan of quartz watches with needles because of their jerking with each passing of seconds, but I must admit that I really like the digital display of this vintage Casio and it has a strong symbolism for me because I bought it at the same time as one of my best friends who went for the steel version with a purple dial, but let's get back to the facts, this watch has a double face, indeed on the one hand it is a very comfortable watch and which can be forgotten on the wrist due to its weight and its dimensions, but on the other hand it is a watch which is very fun due to its digital display and its golden color, I really like to wear it in summer with a t-shirt or in the evening with friends, it can also be used for DIY or moving, some will cringe, but for me it ticks the box of the G-Shock.

And yes, a simple Casio, but I can guarantee you that after 6 years it has seen adventures and it still has its original battery and that it still works wonderfully.

The simplest and most affordable Casio

Atelier Jalaper est une marque horlog&egrave;re franco-belge fond&eacute;e en 2019 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.
<h3>Origines et Fondation</h3>
Louis Jalaber et Simon Szleper se sont rencontr&eacute;s lors de leurs &eacute;tudes &agrave; l'ESCP Europe, partageant une passion commune pour l'horlogerie et l'automobile. 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.
<h3>Concept et Philosophie</h3>
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.
<h3>Collections et Mod&egrave;les</h3>
Collection DB5
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 :
<ul>
<li>AJ001-S : Mod&egrave;le avec affichage de la date, bo&icirc;tier en acier inoxydable</li>
<li>AJ001-B : Version avec bo&icirc;tier en PVD noir</li>
<li>AJ002-S : Mod&egrave;le avec affichage du jour et de la date, bo&icirc;tier en acier inoxydable</li>
<li>AJ002-B : Version avec bo&icirc;tier en PVD noir</li>
</ul>
Ces montres sont &eacute;quip&eacute;es de mouvements automatiques Miyota, offrant une r&eacute;serve de marche de 42 heures.
Collection Miura
La deuxi&egrave;me collection s'inspire de la Lamborghini Miura, 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 :
<ul>
<li>AJ-P400-V : Version avec r&eacute;haut vert</li>
<li>AJ-P400-N : Version avec r&eacute;haut noir</li>
<li>AJ-P400-O : Version avec r&eacute;haut orange</li>
<li>AJ-P400-B : Version avec r&eacute;haut bleu</li>
</ul>
Ces mod&egrave;les sont anim&eacute;s par des mouvements &agrave; remontage manuel Sellita SW270-1 M, offrant une r&eacute;serve de marche d'environ 45 heures.
Collection Jaguar Type E
La troisi&egrave;me collection s'inspire de la Jaguar Type E, 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 :
<ul>
<li>AJ-003-B : Version au cadran stri&eacute;</li>
<li>AJ-003-W : Version au cadran noir anodis&eacute;</li>
</ul>
Ces mod&egrave;les sont anim&eacute;s par des mouvements &agrave; remontage automatique Sellita SW300-1, offrant une r&eacute;serve de marche d'environ 42 heures.
<h3>Processus de Fabrication et Savoir-Faire</h3>
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 des pi&egrave;ces automobiles pour cr&eacute;er des cadrans uniques, suivie d'un assemblage minutieux pour garantir la fiabilit&eacute; et l'esth&eacute;tique de chaque montre.
<h3>Engagement envers l'Authenticit&eacute; et l'Innovation</h3>
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.
<h3>R&eacute;ception et Perspectives d'Avenir</h3>
Depuis son lancement, Atelier Jalaper a re&ccedil;u des retours positifs pour son concept novateur 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.
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.
Inspirez-vous des avis clients Dialicious 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>.
(Mise &agrave; jour Mars 2025)

Atelier Jalaper is a Franco-Belgian watch brand founded in 2019 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.
<h3 dir="ltr">Origins and Foundation</h3>
Louis Jalaber and Simon Szleper met during their studies at ESCP Europe, sharing a common passion for watchmaking and automobiles. 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.
<h3 dir="ltr">Concept and Philosophy</h3>
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.
<h3 dir="ltr">Collections and Models</h3>
Collection DB5
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:
<ul>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
AJ001-S: Model with date display, stainless steel case
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
AJ001-B:&nbsp;Version with black PVD case
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
AJ002-S: Model with day and date display, stainless steel case
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
AJ002-B: Version with black PVD case
</li>
</ul>
These watches are equipped with Miyota automatic movements, offering a power reserve of 42 hours.
Collection Miura
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:
<ul>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
AJ-P400-V: Version with green flange
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
AJ-P400-N: Version with black flange
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
AJ-P400-O: Version with orange flange
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
AJ-P400-B: Version with blue flange
</li>
</ul>
These models are powered by Sellita SW270-1 M hand-wound movements, offering a power reserve of approximately 45 hours.
Jaguar E-Type Collection
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 a 1962&nbsp;Jaguar E-Type semi-lightweight, and the collection offers two variants:
<ul>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
AJ-003-B: Version with vertically brushed dial
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
AJ-003-W: Version with black anodized dial
</li>
</ul>
These models are driven by Sellita SW300-1 self-winding movements, offering a power reserve of approximately 42 hours.
<h3 dir="ltr">Manufacturing Process and Know-How</h3>
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.
<h3 dir="ltr">Commitment to Authenticity and Innovation</h3>
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 a piece of automotive history on their wrist.
<h3 dir="ltr">Reception and Future Prospects</h3>
Since its launch, Atelier Jalaper has received positive feedback for its innovative concept 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.
Take inspiration from Dialicious customer reviews 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>.
(Updated March 2025)

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