The must-have Macro Loupe for all watch lovers

A very beautiful watch, this Lord Matic won't please everyone due to its small 35mm diameter.
With its silver dial and chrome indexes, it's understated and classic, yet still effective in all circumstances.
Elegant and high-performance, it sits somewhere between a Seiko 5 and a King Seiko thanks to its High Beat movement and very smooth seconds hand.
The original strap is quite loose on my watch, but this makes it very comfortable.

SEIKO 1975

A very successful watch, this LIP is rather original due to its complication that allows you to take a pulse or breath from a person in distress.
The watch also comes with a blue/white/red NATO strap.
Its highly legible dial is truly pleasant, and it's a pleasure to wear with its rubber strap.

LIP TOOL WATCH

In the late 1990s/early 2000s, Swatch released this Scuba (diver's range) in an Irony (metal range) version.
Its major weakness is the durability of its dual-material strap and its small plastic interlinks that break after a few years.
Otherwise, despite its thickness, it's a pleasant and sturdy watch. Its domed glass makes it unique, but it makes an impact, in a positive way.

CURVED GLASS FOR A 200M DIVER

A beautiful sunburst dial for this Tsuyosa Limited Edition Europe (500 copies).
This "Magu" version is perfect for summer.
Citizen's best-selling model has allowed many of us to experience the entry-level world of watchmaking.
The only slight drawback might be its stamped metal strap and buckle. But frankly, it's not enough to put us off buying it. Dark!

entry ticket to the watchmaking world.

In the 1990s, this automatic Swatch with a leather strap was released.
It's quite rare to see an automatic movement in a Swatch.
It's thin and light and has a green leather strap.
The case back is open to reveal the oscillating weight.
It's a bit dated in terms of design but remains interesting as a precursor to the System 51.

1st generation of automatic SWATCH

Another collaboration for the designer "second second," and this time it's with Spinnaker.
This numbered watch is very nice, and Halloween-themed with its pretty purple.
It has quite a few little details to discover upon closer inspection (a small number is hidden between 4 and 5 o'clock; it only reveals itself with a UV light).

An offbeat tribute to Blancpain's fifty fathoms

Released around 2002, for the 40th anniversary of James Bond, this watch pays homage to the film Dr. NO.
It's quite unusual with its square chronograph case and three dials plus a date.
The rubber strap is quite comfortable and makes it easy to wear.
A watch that stands out in a Swatch collection thanks to its original design.

007 WEARING SWATCHES!

This Direnzo is a gem!
I was lucky enough to buy it directly from its creator, Sergio Direnzo, who was exhibiting at TimeFest 2 in Bordeaux.
I came to see the DRZ 02R Aérolite, which I found a little too obvious on my 18-inch wrist. So I fell for the 38mm model with the small seconds hand with a red "wandering star" dot.
Once on the wrist, this watch is incredible. With truly remarkable quality and finish, I find it blends classic watchmaking codes with a modern design.
It feels like I'm wearing a designer watch.
The metal strap is beautiful and has a phantom buckle. The black rubber strap is very comfortable and will go better with a casual outfit.
In short, I currently only see it in the box when I'm choosing a watch for the day!

EVERYDAY PLEASURE

Impressive value for money on this Seiko 3-hand day/date with manual winding.
Its "turtle" case with crown at 4 o'clock is very well made.
Water-resistant to 200 meters with a screw-down crown and unidirectional bezel.
Despite its 45mm diameter, it nevertheless has a relative presence on the wrist thanks to its 40mm bezel. The silicone strap is "diving" type and this watch is really very pleasant for everyday use.
In short, a superb watch.

ENTRY-LEVEL PRO DIVER

Singaporean brand, ZELOS regularly launches new models but very quickly "sold out". 
This summer's model is the Thresher and it's a GMT. 
The watch is made of Titanium and rather discreet for a 41mm. The back is openworked with a personalized oscillating weight. 
Miyota 9075 'True' GMT movement, waterproof 200m with an incredible superluminova on the applied indexes as well as on the name of the cities on the bezel! 
The titanium bracelet, beautiful and comfortable, is micro adjustable with a 3-position system. 
The bidirectional 48-click bezel with sapphire insert is not very pleasant compared to that of some divers. 
The sapphire crystal stands out quite a bit (almost 2mm more compared to the thickness of the bare case). 
Comes with a numbered card as well as a magnificent blue leather travel box with 3 storage compartments, the best! 
Please note: in addition to the price of the watch (€450) there is a customs tax on delivery (€143 to DHL)

Little Asian pleasure

<p dir="ltr"><strong>Spinnaker</strong> is a British watch brand founded in 2013 by Giuseppe Ammaturo, under the aegis of the Dartmouth Brands group. Inspired by the nautical world, the brand takes its name from the "spinnaker", a sail used for racing and fast sailing, symbolizing freedom and adventure at sea.</p>
<h2 dir="ltr">Origins and Foundation</h2>
<p dir="ltr">Dartmouth Brands, also owner of the brands<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/avi-8"> AVI-8</a>, Ballast And<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/dufa"> DuFa</a>, created Spinnaker to focus on watchmaking inspired by the maritime world. Each brand in the group has its own universe, and Spinnaker naturally oriented itself towards water sports and diving.</p>
<h2 dir="ltr">Philosophy and Commitment</h2>
<p dir="ltr">Spinnaker is committed to producing watches that are not just instruments for measuring time, but true homages to the sea. The brand's philosophy is to combine a maritime aesthetic with robust functionality, offering watches capable of withstanding to the challenges imposed by life at sea.</p>
<h2 dir="ltr">Main Collections</h2>
<p dir="ltr">Since its creation, Spinnaker has developed several emblematic collections, each reflecting a unique facet of the nautical world:</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Spinnaker Hull</h3>
<p dir="ltr">Launched in 2015, this iconic model reflects the robustness and elegance of boats crisscrossing the oceans. With a solid case and water resistance suitable for recreational diving, the Hull Automatic has quickly become a favorite among watch and sailing enthusiasts.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Spinnaker Wreck</h3>
<p dir="ltr">This model is designed to resemble a wreck raised from the depths of the sea, with an approximately 43mm case in aged steel and a vintage-looking leather strap. It offers an original aesthetic that catches the eye.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/spinnaker/bradner">Spinnaker Bradner</a></h3>
<p dir="ltr">Inspired by vintage dive watches from the 1960s, the Bradner features a rotating internal bezel and stainless steel "grain of rice" link bracelet, offering a retro look and modern functionality.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Spinnaker Dumas</h3>
<p dir="ltr">Inspired by the design of watches from the 1970s, this collection is named after Fr&eacute;d&eacute;ric Dumas, pioneer of scuba diving. The Dumas models are distinguished by their octagonal case and their robustness, with water resistance of up to 30 ATM.</p>
<h2 dir="ltr">Quality and Manufacturing</h2>
<p dir="ltr">Spinnaker manufactures its watches in different locations around the world, including Switzerland, Germany, the United Kingdom and China. The least expensive models are generally assembled in Asia, while some more expensive models, such as the Tesei range, are assembled in Switzerland. The brand uses movements from renowned manufacturers such as Seiko, Miyota, Sellita and Hattori, guaranteeing good quality at prices accessible to the greatest number of people.</p>
<h2 dir="ltr">Commitment to Innovation</h2>
<p dir="ltr">Over the years, Spinnaker has continued to innovate, integrating cutting-edge technologies and high-quality materials to improve the performance and durability of its watches. Each model is the result of a meticulous design and manufacturing process, taking into account both the aesthetic aspect and the technicality necessary for a maritime sports watch.</p>
<h2 dir="ltr">Conclusion</h2>
<p dir="ltr">In less than a decade, Spinnaker has established itself as an essential brand in the field of watches inspired by the nautical world. Combining elegant design, robustness and functionality, Spinnaker watches appeal to diving enthusiasts and ocean enthusiasts, offering excellent value for money. To choose the Spinnaker that best suits you, the <strong>Dialicious owners' reviews </strong>are a valuable resource for evaluating each of the different models through real customer experience.</p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Check out the <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/top/the_best_micro_watch_brands">Ranking of the best microbrand watches</a>, including Spinnaker.</span></p>
<p dir="ltr">(Updated November 2024)</p>

I discovered the English brand Spinnaker during a presentation on a very well-known website (it was the Dumas model which seemed to be very popular at the time). Spinnaker being known for making accessible and high-quality diving watches, a quick glance at their catalog allowed me to discover the Fleuss model which, with its Fifty Fathoms look, won me over. Bought on an online site, it did not disappoint. Easy to wear despite its 43 mm (my 18.5 cm wrist helping), I find it has a certain vintage charm. The finish is good and the NH35 movement does the job. One could regret that it is not thinner. The addition of a Milanese bracelet suits it perfectly. Very satisfied with my purchase...

Solid 50th Fathoms-inspired watch

This watch has a mirror-polished steel case. The black dial has a grainy texture that gives it an interesting relief. The timepiece also has a date window with a black background, which is not always the case, even on more expensive models. I particularly appreciate the resemblance to a Blancpain Fifty Fathoms, even if we can fortunately not call it a tribute watch. The only real flaw of this watch is the plastic insert on the bezel. However, I have owned this Spinnaker for almost three years and for the moment I am very happy with it.

Fleuss

<p>La marque <strong>Ollech &amp; Wajs</strong> a &eacute;t&eacute; cr&eacute;&eacute;e en <strong>1956</strong> par Joseph Ollech et Albert Wajs &agrave; Zurich en Suisse. Albert &eacute;tait charg&eacute; de la conception, de l&rsquo;ing&eacute;nierie et de la fabrication des montres, tandis que Joseph s&rsquo;occupait du marketing et de la vente au d&eacute;tail. Avant de cr&eacute;er leur propre montres sous la marque Ollech &amp; Wajs, ils ont commenc&eacute; leur activit&eacute; en 1954 en fabriquant des bracelets en acier pour d&rsquo;autres marques.</p>
<p>La marque est connue pour avoir distribu&eacute; des montres &agrave; des unit&eacute;s de l&rsquo;arm&eacute;e am&eacute;ricaine pendant la guerre du Vietnam et pour avoir gagn&eacute; sa renomm&eacute;e aupr&egrave;s des plongeurs et pilotes du monde entier.</p>
<p>Apr&egrave;s 12 ans de n&eacute;gociation et apr&egrave;s avoir &eacute;t&eacute; son distributeur pour le march&eacute; fran&ccedil;ais, en 2017, Charles Le Menestrel, un passionn&eacute; d&rsquo;horlogerie, rach&egrave;te la marque. La gamme actuelle comprend des mod&egrave;les comme la Ollech &amp; Wajs P-101 et la <a title="Page Ollech &amp; Wajs P-104" href="https://www.dialicious.com/ollech_&amp;_wajs/p-104">Ollech &amp; Wajs P-104</a>, la <a title="Page Ollech &amp; Wajs C-1000" href="https://www.dialicious.com/ollech_&amp;_wajs/c-1000">Ollech &amp; Wajs C-1000</a>, la <a title="Page Ollech &amp; Wajs Ocean Graph" href="https://www.dialicious.com/ollech_&amp;_wajs/ocean_graph">Ollech &amp; Wajs Ocean Graph</a> et la Ollech &amp; Wajs Navichron.</p>
<h2>Combien co&ucirc;te une montre Ollech &amp; Wajs ?</h2>
<p>Les prix des montres Ollech &amp; Wajs &eacute;voluent et diff&egrave;rent selon les mod&egrave;les. <strong>La plupart co&ucirc;tent entre CHF 1,500 et CHF 2,000 selon les mod&egrave;les et les finitions</strong>. Comptez <strong>CHF 1,456</strong> pour une Ollech &amp; Wajs 350CI et pr&egrave;s de <strong>CHF 2,300</strong> pour une Ollech &amp; Wajs Navichron Chronographe. Le march&eacute; de l'occasion est &eacute;galement une opportunit&eacute; &agrave; regarder pour acheter une Ollech &amp; Wajs moins ch&egrave;re. Les mod&egrave;les Vintage notamment les Ollech &amp; Wajs Navichron et&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/ollech_&amp;_wajs/astrochron">Ollech &amp; Wajs Astrochron</a>, sont tr&egrave;s pris&eacute;es des collectionneurs et ils convient de bien se renseigner sur le vendeur avant de franchir le pas de l'acquisition d'une vintage.</p>
<p><strong>Ollech &amp; Wajs</strong> est une marque de montres ind&eacute;pendante et produit plusieurs centaines de montres par an, tous mod&egrave;les confondus. Pour choisir une Ollech &amp; Wajs qui vous correspond le mieux,&nbsp;<strong>les avis clients Dialicious</strong> 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.</p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Consultez le <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/top/les_meilleures_marques_de_montres_suisses"><span class="s2">Classement des meilleures marques de montres suisses</span></a> dont Ollech &amp; Wajs fait partie.</span></p>
<p class="p1">(Mise &agrave; jour Octobre 2024)</p>

<p dir="ltr">The brand <strong>Ollech &amp; Wajs</strong> was created in <strong>1956</strong> by Joseph Ollech and Albert Wajs in Zurich, Switzerland. Albert was responsible for the design, engineering and manufacturing of the watches, while Joseph handled marketing and retail sales. Before creating their own watches under the brand Ollech &amp; Wajs, they started their business in 1954 making steel bracelets for other brands.</p>
<p dir="ltr">The brand is known for distributing watches to units of the American army during the Vietnam War and for having earned its reputation among divers and pilots around the world.</p>
<p dir="ltr">After 12 years of negotiations and after having been its distributor for the French market, in 2017, Charles Le Menestrel, a watchmaking enthusiast, bought the brand. The current range includes models like the Ollech &amp; Wajs P-101 and the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/ollech_&amp;_wajs/p-104">Ollech &amp; Wajs P-104</a>, the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/ollech_&amp;_wajs/c-1000">Ollech &amp; Wajs C-1000</a>, the<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/ollech_&amp;_wajs/ocean_graph"> Ollech &amp; Wajs Ocean Graph</a> and the Ollech &amp; Wajs Navichron.</p>
<h2 dir="ltr">How much does an Ollech &amp; Wajs watch cost?</h2>
<p dir="ltr">The prices of Ollech &amp; Wajs watches change and differ depending on the model. <strong>Most cost between CHF 1,500 and CHF 2,000 depending on the models and finishes</strong>. Expect to pay <strong>CHF </strong><strong>1,456</strong> for an Ollech &amp; Wajs 350CI and close to <strong>CHF </strong><strong>2,300</strong> for an Ollech &amp; Wajs Navichron Chronograph. The second-hand market is also an opportunity to look at to buy a cheaper Ollech &amp; Wajs. Vintage models including the Ollech &amp; Wajs Navichron and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/ollech_&amp;_wajs/astrochron">Ollech &amp; Wajs Astrochron</a>, are very popular with collectors and they should find out about the seller before taking the step of purchasing a vintage one.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Ollech &amp; Wajs is an independent watch brand and produces several hundred watches per year, all models combined. To choose an Ollech &amp; Wajs that best suits you, <strong>Dialicious owners' reviews</strong> are a valuable resource for evaluating each of the different models through real owner experience.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Consult the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/top/the_best_swiss_watch_brands">Ranking of the best Swiss watch brands</a> of which Ollech &amp; Wajs is part.</p>
<p dir="ltr">(Updated October 2024)</p>

Spinnaker Fleuss Owner Review : Original, singular and demonic

An offbeat tribute to Blancpain's fifty fathoms

Pros & Cons for this watch

Where to buy your Spinnaker?

YOU ARE :

Other reviews published by NICOLAS A.

Seiko
Lord Matic

Lip
Courage

Swatch
Irony

Citizen
Tsuyosa

Swatch

Swatch

Direnzo
DRZ 06

Seiko
Prospex

Zelos
Thresher

Customize your Spinnaker with our selection of accessories:

Eagle Eye Watches

ABP Concept

Spinnaker Fleuss Owner Review : Original, singular and demonic

An offbeat tribute to Blancpain's fifty fathoms

Pros & Cons for this watch

Where to buy your Spinnaker?

YOU ARE :

Other reviews published by NICOLAS A.

SeikoLord Matic

LipCourage

SwatchIrony

CitizenTsuyosa

Swatch

Swatch

DirenzoDRZ 06

SeikoProspex

ZelosThresher

Customize your Spinnaker with our selection of accessories:

Eagle Eye Watches

ABP Concept

Seiko
Lord Matic

Lip
Courage

Swatch
Irony

Citizen
Tsuyosa

Direnzo
DRZ 06

Seiko
Prospex

Zelos
Thresher