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The must-have Macro Loupe for all watch lovers

The main attraction of this timepiece obviously lies in its original time display.
Indeed, while the watch is reminiscent of a wandering hour, it still stands out because there is an hour hand, even if it is divided into three branches and not discs. The hours are read in the arc located at the top of the dial under the bezel.
The minutes can be read through the bezel, and the seconds are marked by a more traditional sweep second hand.
I particularly like the balance wheel and the bridges that secure it, which is particularly remarkable for a watch that's water-resistant to 200 meters... and yes, it's a diver's watch... even if I doubt its readability underwater.
The case is made of matte steel and the crystal is sapphire.
Finally, the strap is made of rubber and is very comfortable. Some will miss the Miyota 8215 base, but it remains very reliable and offers exceptional value for money.

The big blue

Adding a chronograph to my collection was an obvious and important step in my watchmaking journey. However, I wanted a model from a brand that was certainly accessible, but also respected, which is the case with Hamilton.
Furthermore, I didn't want this complication to diminish the dressy character I often seek. So I found what I was looking for with this timepiece, which remains more elegant than sporty.
I particularly appreciate the quality of the finishes: whether it's the dial, the decoration of the oscillating weight, or the folding clasp.
I've always considered the Valjoux 7750 caliber to be a watchmaking essential, so I wanted a model equipped with one of its heirs, which is the case with this H21.
It's a shame that this watch is too thin, barely fitting under a shirt, but this is unfortunately the case with most less expensive automatic chronographs.

Top chrono !

I was particularly impressed by this watch's attractive orange sunray dial.
The poor-quality strap, as well as the Miyota 8215 movement, while reliable and robust but a little rustic, may put some people off, but honestly, is that really a problem for a timepiece in this price range?
The case back is screwed down, not clipped, which is particularly appreciated for a model that is clearly a tool watch.

A Clockwork Orange (automatic)

This watch is truly historic because it is the heir to a model that equipped British troops at the beginning of the 20th century, hence the name. I particularly appreciate the typography of the numbers, as well as the hands, slightly disproportionate to the relatively modest dial. Finally, the very thick glass in the shape of a beveled dome sublimates the tenderly old-fashioned character of the timepiece.

So wow!

This watch has a cushion-shaped mirror-polished steel case. Briston has the great merit of bringing cases of this shape up to date. I appreciate the refined character of the dial and its Bordeaux red color. The pointed hands are very well matched with the indexes. The crown, for its part, is stamped with the brand logo. The original NATO strap detracted from the dressy character of the model, which is why I replaced it with a more elegant leather one. Finally, the white background of the date is a real negative point.

She's in the red!

This watch has a polished steel case - mirror. The dial, a deep blue, offers applied indexes, no numbers, a day/night indicator, as well as a date which has the great merit of having a tone-on-tone background with the dial. The indexes, associated with the sharp hands, give a real impression of dynamism. The original strap, brown in color, gave the model an impersonal appearance. In addition, it attenuated the depth of the blue, which explains its replacement. Finally, it should be noted the overly common character of the case which diminishes the personality of the timepiece.

Ocean blue

The Orient brand was created in 1951 by Shogoro Yoshida in Japan. It all began in 1901 when the founder opened a watch boutique in the Ueno commercial district of Tokyo. For 50 years, it was able to take advantage of an expanding market and expand to the point of offering its own models. It was only in 1950 that he founded the &ldquo;Tama Keiki Co&rdquo; factory in the town of Hino. The original name of the company was quickly changed to accompany the release of their first model, the Orient Star, in 1951.
The name of the brand comes from the Latin Oriri which means to be born, to rise, to rise. Orient offers high quality, precise watches with unbeatable value for money. It is also known as one of the world's main manufacturers of mechanical watches in volumes.
The range includes models like the<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/orient/mako_iii_kamasu"> Orient Mako III Kamasu</a>, the<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/orient/bambino_1"> Orient Bambino 1</a>, the<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/orient/mako"> Orient Mako</a>, the<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/orient/flight"> Orient Flight</a> and the Orient King Star.
<h2 dir="ltr">How much does an Orient watch cost?</h2>
The prices of Orient watches sold on the brand's website are changing between &euro;179 and &euro;1,350 depending on the models and finishes. Count &euro;245 for an Orient Bambino 2 and &euro;449 for an Orient Mechanical Sports.
Orient is owned by Seiko Epson Corporation and produces approximately 2 million watches per year, all models combined. To choose an Orient that best suits you, Dialicious owners' reviews are a valuable resource for evaluating each of the different models through real owner experience.
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 Orient.
(Updated December 2023)
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This watch has a brushed steel case with mineral glass (you can't ask for too much for the price either). The dial looks exactly like the models designed for pilots in the Second World War. I'm thinking in particular of a Laco that I own and for which I will also publish a review. Even if a date has been added, it does not alter the readability of the time. The screw-down crown is marked with the brand logo. I would have liked a more ornate background but at least it is consistent with the general simplicity that emerges from this timepiece.

Nice pilot watch

A very nice Orient Aviator RA-AC0H03B watch: very clear readability, a screw-down crown, neat finishes and a leather strap of the best quality. All this for a ridiculous price: €158 on Chrono24! This is not my only Orient watch, my diver is just as qualitative. No need to be expensive to do the job!

Not luxurious and so endearing!

La marque Auricoste a &eacute;t&eacute; cr&eacute;&eacute;e en 1854 par Emile Thomas &agrave; Paris, en France. Sp&eacute;cialis&eacute;e dans le domaine des chronom&egrave;tres de marine, le fondateur a c&eacute;d&eacute; l'entreprise en 1889 &agrave; Joseph Auricoste qui a renomm&eacute; la marque &agrave; son nom. La marque est connue pour avoir remport&eacute; une m&eacute;daille d'or &agrave; l'Exposition Universelle de Paris en 1900. Au cours de son existence, elle a fabriqu&eacute; des montres pour l'arm&eacute;e et la marine fran&ccedil;aise, ainsi que pour un usage civil.
En 1966, elle a &eacute;galement con&ccedil;u des horloges et chronom&egrave;tres de marine &eacute;lectrom&eacute;caniques en collaboration avec la soci&eacute;t&eacute; Patek Philippe pour la flotte navale fran&ccedil;aise. La gamme comprend des mod&egrave;les tels que la <a title="Page Auricoste Type 20" href="https://www.dialicious.com/auricoste/type_20">Auricoste Type 20</a>, la <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/auricoste/type_26_aeronavale">Auricoste Type 26 A&eacute;ronavale</a>, la Auricoste Flymaster Type 20, la <a title="Page Auricoste Spirotechnique" href="https://www.dialicious.com/auricoste/spirotechnique">Auricoste Spirotechnique</a> et la <a title="Page Auricoste ScubaMaster" href="https://www.dialicious.com/auricoste/scubamaster">Auricoste ScubaMaster</a>.
<h2>Quel est le prix d'une montre Auricoste ?</h2>
Les prix des montres Auricoste neuves diff&eacute;rents selon les mod&egrave;les. La plupart co&ucirc;tent entre 1,650 &euro; pour une <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/auricoste/type_26_aeronavale/acier">Auricoste Type 26 A&eacute;ronavale Acier</a> et 3,450 &euro; pour une Auricoste Flymaster. Le march&eacute; de l'occasion est &eacute;galement une opportunit&eacute; &agrave; regarder pour acheter une Auricoste r&eacute;cente moins ch&egrave;re. Les mod&egrave;les Auricoste Vintage sont plus difficile &agrave; trouver et surtout beaucoup plus ch&egrave;res lorsqu'elles sont en tr&egrave;s bon &eacute;tat. Comptez entre 6,000 &euro; et 8,000 &euro; minimum pour une Auricoste Type 20 Militaire vendue par un sp&eacute;cialiste du vintage.
<h2>Auricoste : L'horloger de la Marine</h2>
Auricoste est une marque ind&eacute;pendante et familiale d&eacute;tenue par Monsieur Claude Tordjman et produit plusieurs centaines de montres par an, tous mod&egrave;les confondus. Pour choisir une Auricoste qui vous correspond le mieux, les avis clients Dialicious sont une pr&eacute;cieuse ressource pour &eacute;valuer chacun des diff&eacute;rents mod&egrave;les &agrave; travers l'exp&eacute;rience r&eacute;elle des clients.
(Mise &agrave; jour Avril 2024)

The brand Auricoste was created in 1854 by Emile Thomas in Paris, France. Specializing in the field of marine chronometers, the founder sold the company in 1889 to Joseph Auricoste who renamed the brand in his name. The brand is known for winning a gold medal at the Paris Universal Exhibition in 1900. During its existence, it manufactured watches for the French army and navy, as well as for civilian use.
In 1966, it also designed electromechanical marine clocks and chronometers in collaboration with the Patek Philippe company for the French naval fleet. The range includes models such as the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/auricoste/type_20">Auricoste Type 20</a>, the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/auricoste/type_26_aeronavale">Auricoste Type 26 A&eacute;ronavale</a>, the Auricoste Flymaster Type 20, the<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/auricoste/spirotechnique"> Auricoste Spirotechnique</a> and the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/auricoste/scubamaster">Auricoste ScubaMaster</a>.
<h2 dir="ltr">How much does an Auricoste watch cost?</h2>
The prices of new Auricoste watches vary depending on the model. Most cost between &euro;1,650 for one <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/auricoste/type_26_aeronavale/acier">Auricoste Type 26 Naval Aviation Steel</a> and &euro;3,450 for an Auricoste Flymaster. The second-hand market is also an opportunity to look at to buy a recent Auricoste less expensive. Auricoste Vintage models are more difficult to find and above all much more expensive when they are in very good condition. Expect between &euro;6,000 and &euro;8,000 minimum for an Auricoste Type 20 Military sold by a vintage specialist.
<h2 dir="ltr">Auricoste: The French Navy watchmaker</h2>
Auricoste is an independent and family brand owned by Mr. Claude Tordjman and produces several hundreds watches per year, all models combined. To choose an Auricoste that best suits you, the Dialicious owners' reviews are a valuable resource for evaluating each of the different models through real customer experience.
(Updated April 2024)
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