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Beautiful watch acquired a few months ago for my engagement. I was looking for a fine diving watch with a refined design and a manufacture movement and I was surprised to come across this model.
Yema has developed a new version of the Superman with a sober dial (blue or black) and equipped with a micro rotor caliber.


Beautiful diving watch with a refined and revisited design

<p><strong>Yema</strong> is born in Besan&ccedil;on (France) in <strong>1948</strong> under the drive of Henry-Louis Belmont, the brand established itself with robust tool watches aimed at diving, motorsport, aviation and even spaceflight, keeping a Franche-Comt&eacute; industrial footprint and a design identity that is immediately recognizable.</p>
<h3>Superman and bezel-lock: a French take on the diver&rsquo;s tool</h3>
<p>The brand&rsquo;s emblem, the 1963 <em>Superman</em>, introduced a bezel-locking device adjacent to the crown, designed to prevent accidental rotation underwater and turned into a signature detail of modern re-editions&mdash;a simple, legible solution that embodies the tool-watch brief while asserting angular casework and a very &ldquo;instrumental&rdquo; mid-case, resulting in <strong>confident wrist presence without sacrificing function</strong>.</p>
<p>Beyond the lock itself, alternating brushed and polished planes define crisp volumes, generous markers secure readability, and water-resistance targets real use, so the look flows from function; this coherence&mdash;often imitated in spirit but hard to reproduce in detail&mdash;anchors the Superman as the quintessential &ldquo;French diver,&rdquo; worn as much for its stance as for its endurance, with a <strong>technical signature instantly spotted by seasoned enthusiasts</strong>.</p>
<h3>Rallye, Rallygraf, Meangraf, Yachtingraf: racing and regatta chronographs</h3>
<p>In the 1960s&ndash;1970s, Yema produced graphic, highly legible chronographs linked to car racing (Rallye/Rallygraf, Meangraf) and sailing (Yachtingraf), with high-contrast dials and purposeful scales; the lineage lives on in current re-issues and in emblematic anecdotes, such as Mario Andretti&rsquo;s chronograph during the 1969 Indy 500, evidence that the brand accompanied real competitive use with simple, robust solutions <strong>built around readability in demanding conditions</strong>.</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Yema Rallygraf</strong> &mdash; &ldquo;Racing&rdquo; spirit, contrasting sub-dials, clear markers.</li>
<li><strong>Yema Meangraf</strong> &mdash; Bold 1970s codes, immediate legibility, strong graphics.</li>
<li><strong>Yema Yachtingraf</strong> &mdash; Regatta timing features, nautical aesthetics.</li>
<li><strong>Yema Flygraf</strong> &mdash; Pilot-oriented, purposeful field readability.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Spationaute and CNES: Yema&rsquo;s journey into space</h3>
<p>On June 24, 1982, Jean-Loup Chr&eacute;tien, the first Frenchman in space, launched to Salyut 7 wearing a Yema Spationaute&mdash;recognized as the first Western European watch flown into orbit&mdash;kicking off a series tied to CNES missions; the episode bolsters the image of a broadly accessible brand meeting exacting briefs while fueling a national narrative where a wrist-borne instrument serves as a mission companion that is <strong>pragmatic, durable and symbolic at once</strong>.</p>
<p>Beyond the space anecdote, the point is continuity: an &ldquo;instrument&rdquo; mindset, contrasted hands and bezel, robustness prioritized over ornament, and respectful nods to period graphics; it is less the one-off feat than the way it permeates the collections that matters, with editions that recall the lineage without caricature so as to cultivate a <strong>technical memory serving modern-day use</strong>.</p>
<h3>&ldquo;in-house&rdquo; movement path: MBP1000, YEMA2000/3000 and CMM.20</h3>
<p>Industrially, Yema communicates a gradual strengthening of its own calibres: after MBP1000 (announced in 2011), YEMA2000 (three-hand) and YEMA3000 (GMT) update the base with an emphasis on precision and durability, then a &ldquo;CMM.20&rdquo; micro-rotor of manufacture grade crowns the range&mdash;conceived, developed and assembled in French workshops&mdash;an offer meant to combine accessibility and independence through a <strong>measured progression rather than a speculative leap</strong>.</p>
<p>In practice, these evolutions coexist with references powered by other suppliers depending on era and use; coherence across the lineup relies as much on case architecture and perceived quality as on the movement spec itself, so the buyer&rsquo;s key step is to define the need (three-hand, GMT, chrono) and weigh what each calibre brings in power reserve, accuracy and service, to secure a <strong>credible technical match to the intended use</strong>.</p>
<h3>Relocalization, workshops and distribution: a Besan&ccedil;on&ndash;Morteau through-line</h3>
<p>Geographic anchoring remains a cue: between historic Besan&ccedil;on and today&rsquo;s development/assembly in Morteau, the brand structures a value chain re-centered on Franche-Comt&eacute; while keeping targeted external partners&mdash;an organization aiming to secure skills and lead times and to better control quality upstream, in a spirit of <strong>industrial proximity and traceability of key operations</strong>.</p>
<p>On the distribution side, Yema blends direct sales with selected retailers and builds editorial context around re-issues (Superman 63, Navygraf, Rallygraf) and their updates; scarcity is not artificially staged but comes from reasonable volumes and production cycles, hence the value, for enthusiasts, of tracking availability windows and trying sizes at the right time to lock a choice that is <strong>informed, personal and grounded in real use</strong>.&nbsp;</p>
<h3>Positioning and pricing: a clear-identity French tool-watch</h3>
<p>Yema&rsquo;s stance is easy to read: tool watches with strong design at studied prices relative to spec (exact public ranges: not disclosed), options in steel, bronze, titanium or ceramic depending on the line, and stepping up via complications or in-house movements; the value equation lies in the balance of design/function and in the stated French industrial narrative, appealing to enthusiasts of characterful &ldquo;tools&rdquo; more than to seekers of <strong>overtly decorative luxury pieces</strong>.</p>
<p>Value in use, however, hinges on ownership fit: bracelet comfort, lug-to-lug, dial contrast, night legibility and water-resistance aligned with your activities; put differently, the right Yema is the one that disappears into the action&mdash;swimming, driving, flying, sailing&mdash;while keeping its aesthetic signature, which calls for trying multiple diameters and thicknesses to validate <strong>stable, morphology-friendly wearing comfort</strong>.</p>
<h3>Choosing your Yema: sizing, context and care</h3>
<p>Start by defining dominant use: daily versatility (Navygraf, &ldquo;skin&rdquo; Superman), nautical activity (Yachtingraf), automotive (Rallygraf/Meangraf), aviation (Flygraf); then confirm real-world size (diameter/thickness/lug-to-lug) and bracelet ergonomics, and arbitrate between a recent &ldquo;in-house&rdquo; calibre and a proven third-party option according to your technical appetite and service constraints&mdash;the aim being <strong>long-term coherence among style, function and maintenance</strong>.</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Yema Superman</strong> &mdash; Emblematic diver, bezel lock, strong identity.</li>
<li><strong>Yema Navygraf</strong> &mdash; High-contrast legibility, versatile marine spirit.</li>
<li><strong>Yema Rallygraf</strong> &mdash; Racing codes, readable chronographs.</li>
<li><strong>Yema Yachtingraf</strong> &mdash; Regatta indications, nautical styling.</li>
<li><strong>Yema Flygraf</strong> &mdash; Pilot orientation, clear functional cues.</li>
</ul>
<p>For care, follow service intervals and have water-resistance checked after any shock or opening; clean bracelet and bezel recesses regularly, and remember that precise adjustment and appropriate lubrication extend timekeeping stability&mdash;simple habits that underpin <strong>everyday performance over the long run</strong>.</p>
<h3>Conclusion</h3>
<p><strong>Yema addresses enthusiasts who want expressive tool watches</strong> <strong>rooted in a French narrative </strong>and designed for use first&mdash;diving, road, cockpit or deck. You recognize them by crisp dials, forthright cases and design details that prioritize function. To decide, start from your real practice, refine by size and readability, then choose between heritage re-editions and contemporary interpretations. <strong>Finally, cross-check your pick with Dialicious customer reviews to validate long-term relevance.</strong></p>
<p>(Updated October 2025)</p>

I've always wanted to buy a Yema, but several criteria were missing before I could take the plunge. Now, everything is there with this Superman Dato. Yema has become a French manufacturer with a high-quality movement created by Olivier Moris: a 70-hour power reserve, more accurate than the COSC (-1 second/day in my case), and what a beauty…

When I first picked it up, I found it a little heavy, but once on the wrist, you quickly forget you're wearing it thanks to its 39.5 mm diameter and the bracelet that perfectly hugs the wrist. The legibility is perfect, with the date ideally positioned. Yes, it has a new look compared to the previous model. Purists will certainly miss it, but since I'm not one, I prefer it this way: it's more modern, and that suits me very well.

The only criticism I could find is its 13.8 mm thickness, which is forgiven thanks to the new locking mechanism for the ceramic bezel, now bidirectional. The bracelet clasp has also been redesigned and now features a fine adjustment. It's water-resistant to 200 meters, has a sapphire crystal case back, grade A Luminova that lasts all night until morning, and finally, a date display—an essential feature for me.

So there you have it… I highly recommend it.

Yema Superman Dato, the one I was waiting for

I always wanted a Yema superman, when I learned that they were going to release it with a "manufacture" movement, it told me biennial launch was on Kickstarter but as I prefer human contact I went to my AD in Lyon to order it.
Ordered mid-February and received at the end of September, a little long but hey.
Once the box was opened (the case is great but hey, it's just a box), I found it magnificent (it's true that photos are always a little misleading).
The only small flaw is perhaps the bracelet which is a little rigid.

The long awaited Superman CMM10...

I bought this yema superman which is no longer produced for its maxi dial I love everything in this watch its case its dial its movement and the revival of the legendary superman maxi dial from the 80s it still accompanies me in the coves of carry le rouet '' or elsewhere superb watch

Legendary

I present to you my Superman 241117 blue dial from the 70s. It's in really great condition considering its age. It's currently the only watch I own with a blue dial, and frankly, it's amazing! Sometimes dark, sometimes bright, or even dark as the abyss. There have been several dial versions with different indexes. I particularly like the U-shaped indexes in this dial, highlighted with a yellowed tritium line and pointed inside the U. Of course, we find the legendary Yema bezel block, Bakelite bezel, and spade second hand.
In the end, it's my most Dress diver!

Vintage is beautiful

I present to you my YEMA Superman blue lagoon in Quartz version (vast subject ...) it is a very pretty watch but not very loved by lovers of the Yema brand? ... Yet I am one of the people who love Yema and I would never part with this watch ... it is too far from the codes of the iconic superman version of the French brand (I have two other Superman a gmt and a bronze green) ... the blue lagoon has first of all a diameter of 40 mm and its shape and its case is completely different from a classic superman ... But I personally like this watch a lot, it was delivered to me at the time with a steel bracelet but I prefer it on a blue or black Tropic type bracelet and I alternate. Its diameter is 40mm Waterproof 300m Case thickness 13mm mineral glass Price 300 euros.



But Yema Lagoon Blue Superman…

<p><strong>Atelier Wen</strong> est une marque horlog&egrave;re ind&eacute;pendante qui s'est distingu&eacute;e par son approche novatrice, alliant le riche patrimoine culturel chinois &agrave; une horlogerie de haute qualit&eacute;. Fond&eacute;e par deux passionn&eacute;s de la culture chinoise, Thomas Gronenthal et Robin Tallendier, la marque vise &agrave; red&eacute;finir la perception des montres "Made in China" en mettant en avant l'excellence artisanale du pays.</p>
<h3><strong>Philosophie et Mission</strong></h3>
<p>L'objectif principal d'Atelier Wen est de c&eacute;l&eacute;brer l'artisanat chinois en cr&eacute;ant des montres qui refl&egrave;tent l'h&eacute;ritage culturel et l'expertise technique du pays. La marque cherche &agrave; offrir des garde-temps de luxe qui int&egrave;grent des &eacute;l&eacute;ments de design chinois authentiques, tout en maintenant des standards &eacute;lev&eacute;s de qualit&eacute; et de pr&eacute;cision.</p>
<h3><strong>Collections Principales</strong></h3>
<p><em>1. Porcelain Odyssey</em></p>
<p>La collection "Porcelain Odyssey" est la premi&egrave;re s&eacute;rie de montres lanc&eacute;e par Atelier Wen. Ces montres se distinguent par leurs <strong>cadrans en porcelaine v&eacute;ritable</strong>, fabriqu&eacute;s selon des techniques traditionnelles chinoises. Les mod&egrave;les "Ji" et "Hao" pr&eacute;sentent des motifs inspir&eacute;s de l'art chinois, offrant une esth&eacute;tique unique qui rend hommage &agrave; la riche histoire du pays.</p>
<p><em>2. Perception</em></p>
<p>La collection "Perception" incarne l'engagement d'Atelier Wen envers l'horlogerie de luxe. Ces montres arborent des cadrans guilloch&eacute;s r&eacute;alis&eacute;s &agrave; la main par le ma&icirc;tre artisan Cheng Yucai, <strong>le seul ma&icirc;tre guillocheur de Chine</strong>. Chaque cadran n&eacute;cessite environ huit heures de travail minutieux sur des machines &agrave; guillocher sp&eacute;cialement con&ccedil;ues. Les mod&egrave;les de cette collection sont disponibles en trois couleurs de cadran : bleu clair ("Piao"), saumon ("Xia") et gris ("Ying").</p>
<h3><strong>Caract&eacute;ristiques Techniques</strong></h3>
<p>Les montres Atelier Wen sont con&ccedil;ues avec une attention particuli&egrave;re aux d&eacute;tails et &agrave; la qualit&eacute;. Les bo&icirc;tiers, souvent en acier inoxydable 904L, offrent une r&eacute;sistance accrue &agrave; la corrosion et une finition polie exceptionnelle. Les dimensions typiques incluent <strong>un diam&egrave;tre de 40 mm, une &eacute;paisseur de 9,4 mm</strong> et une distance de corne &agrave; corne de 47 mm, assurant un port confortable sur une vari&eacute;t&eacute; de poignets. Les montres sont &eacute;galement &eacute;tanches jusqu'&agrave; 100 m&egrave;tres, ce qui les rend polyvalentes pour une utilisation quotidienne.</p>
<h3><strong>Mouvement</strong></h3>
<p>Les garde-temps de la collection "Perception" sont &eacute;quip&eacute;s du <strong>calibre automatique SL1588, fabriqu&eacute; par Dandong</strong>. Ce mouvement bat &agrave; une fr&eacute;quence de 28 800 alternances par heure et offre une r&eacute;serve de marche d'environ 41 heures. Bien que relativement nouveau sur le march&eacute;, ce calibre a &eacute;t&eacute; choisi pour sa fiabilit&eacute; et sa pr&eacute;cision, refl&eacute;tant l'engagement d'Atelier Wen envers l'innovation et la qualit&eacute;.</p>
<h3><strong>Bracelet et Confort</strong></h3>
<p>Les montres Atelier Wen sont dot&eacute;es de bracelets int&eacute;gr&eacute;s en acier inoxydable, con&ccedil;us pour assurer <strong>une transition fluide entre le bo&icirc;tier et le bracelet</strong>. Les maillons sont finement chanfrein&eacute;s et polis, offrant une esth&eacute;tique luxueuse et un confort optimal. La version 2.0 de la collection "Perception" a introduit des am&eacute;liorations notables, notamment des chanfreins faits main sur tous les maillons internes, renfor&ccedil;ant ainsi l'apparence haut de gamme du bracelet.</p>
<h3><strong>Collaborations et &Eacute;ditions Limit&eacute;es</strong></h3>
<p>Atelier Wen a &eacute;galement explor&eacute; des collaborations pour offrir <strong>des &eacute;ditions limit&eacute;es uniques</strong>. Par exemple, en partenariat avec Revolution, la marque a lanc&eacute; des mod&egrave;les en titane avec des cadrans jaunes et rouges vibrants, chacun limit&eacute; &agrave; 100 pi&egrave;ces. Une autre collaboration notable inclut une &eacute;dition sp&eacute;ciale avec Wristcheck et seconde/seconde/, pr&eacute;sentant un design ludique et innovant qui refl&egrave;te l'engagement de la marque envers la cr&eacute;ativit&eacute; et l'artisanat.</p>
<h3><strong>R&eacute;ception et Impact</strong></h3>
<p>Depuis son lancement, Atelier Wen a re&ccedil;u des &eacute;loges pour sa capacit&eacute; &agrave; fusionner l'esth&eacute;tique chinoise traditionnelle avec l'horlogerie moderne. La marque a r&eacute;ussi &agrave; <strong>changer la perception du "Made in China"</strong> en d&eacute;montrant que l'artisanat chinois peut rivaliser avec les standards internationaux les plus &eacute;lev&eacute;s. Les critiques ont salu&eacute; la qualit&eacute; de fabrication, le design distinctif et l'approche innovante de la marque.</p>
<h3><strong>Conclusion</strong></h3>
<p>Atelier Wen repr&eacute;sente une <strong>fusion r&eacute;ussie de la tradition culturelle chinoise et de l'horlogerie contemporaine</strong>. En mettant l'accent sur l'artisanat, la qualit&eacute; et le design, la marque a &eacute;tabli une identit&eacute; unique dans le monde de l'horlogerie de luxe. Que ce soit &agrave; travers des cadrans en porcelaine d&eacute;licatement fabriqu&eacute;s ou des motifs guilloch&eacute;s complexes, chaque montre raconte une histoire qui honore le riche h&eacute;ritage de la Chine tout en r&eacute;pondant aux attentes des passionn&eacute;s de montres modernes.</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"><strong>Atelier Wen</strong> is an independent watch brand that has distinguished itself by its innovative approach, combining China's rich cultural heritage with high-quality watchmaking. Founded by <strong>two enthusiasts of Chinese culture</strong>, Thomas Gronenthal and Robin Tallendier, the brand aims to redefine the perception of "Made in China" watches by highlighting the country's artisanal excellence.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Philosophy and Mission</h3>
<p dir="ltr">Atelier Wen's main goal is to celebrate Chinese craftsmanship by creating watches that reflect the <strong>country's cultural heritage </strong>and technical expertise. The brand seeks to offer luxury timepieces that incorporate authentic Chinese design elements, while maintaining high standards of quality and precision.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Main Collections</h3>
<p dir="ltr">1. Porcelain Odyssey</p>
<p dir="ltr">The &ldquo;Porcelain Odyssey&rdquo; collection is the first series of watches launched by Atelier Wen. These watches are distinguished by their <strong>real porcelain dials</strong>, made using traditional Chinese techniques. The "Ji" and "Hao" models feature designs inspired by Chinese art, offering a unique aesthetic that pays homage to the country's rich history.</p>
<p dir="ltr">2. Perception</p>
<p dir="ltr">The &ldquo;Perception&rdquo; collection embodies Atelier Wen&rsquo;s commitment to luxury watchmaking. These watches feature guilloche dials handcrafted by master craftsman Cheng Yucai, <strong>the only master guilloche maker in China</strong>. Each dial requires approximately eight hours of painstaking work on specially designed guilloche machines. The models in this collection are available in three dial colors: light blue (&ldquo;Piao&rdquo;), salmon (&ldquo;Xia&rdquo;) and gray (&ldquo;Ying&rdquo;).</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Technical Characteristics</h3>
<p dir="ltr">Atelier Wen watches are designed with attention to detail and quality. Housings, often made from 904L stainless steel, offer increased corrosion resistance and an exceptional polished finish. Typical dimensions include a diameter of <strong>40mm, a thickness of 9.4mm and a lug-to-lug distance</strong> of 47mm, ensuring comfortable wear on a variety of wrists. The watches are also water resistant up to 100 meters, making them versatile for everyday use.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Movement</h3>
<p dir="ltr">The timepieces from the &ldquo;Perception&rdquo; collection are equipped with the automatic <strong>caliber SL1588, manufactured by Dandong</strong>. This movement beats at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour and offers a power reserve of approximately 41 hours. Although relatively new to the market, this caliber was chosen for its reliability and precision, reflecting Atelier Wen's commitment to innovation and quality.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Bracelet and Confort</h3>
<p dir="ltr">Atelier Wen watches feature integrated stainless steel bracelets, designed to provide <strong>a seamless transition between case and bracelet</strong>. The links are finely chamfered and polished, providing a luxurious aesthetic and optimal comfort. Version 2.0 of the "Perception" collection introduced notable improvements, including hand-crafted chamfers on all internal links, reinforcing the premium appearance of the bracelet.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Collaborations and Limited Editions</h3>
<p dir="ltr">Atelier Wen has also explored collaborations to offer <strong>unique limited editions</strong>. For example, in partnership with Revolution, the brand launched titanium models with vibrant yellow and red dials, each limited to 100 pieces. Another notable collaboration includes a special edition with Wristcheck and seconds /seconde/, featuring a playful and innovative design that reflects the brand's commitment to creativity and craftsmanship.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Reception and Impact</h3>
<p dir="ltr">Since its launch, Atelier Wen has received praise for its ability to fuse traditional Chinese aesthetics with modern watchmaking. The brand has succeeded in <strong>changing the perception of "Made in China"</strong> by demonstrating that Chinese craftsmanship can compete with the highest international standards. Reviewers praised the brand's build quality, distinctive design, and innovative approach.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Conclusion</h3>
<p dir="ltr">Atelier Wen represents a successful fusion of Chinese cultural tradition and contemporary watchmaking. With a focus on craftsmanship, quality and design, the brand has established <strong>a unique identity </strong>in the world of luxury watchmaking. Whether through delicately crafted porcelain dials or intricate guilloche patterns, each watch tells a story that honors China's rich heritage while meeting the expectations of modern watch enthusiasts.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Take inspiration from <strong>Dialicious customer reviews </strong>to choose the watch that suits you.</p>
<p dir="ltr">(Updated March 2025)</p>

<p><strong>Yema Superman</strong> is a model launched in <strong>1963</strong>, created in Morteau as a French dive watch instantly recognisable by its crown-coupled bezel-lock&thinsp;; built for utility first, it has spanned professional variants and faithful &ldquo;Heritage&rdquo; reissues, up to today&rsquo;s Superman 500 models that push readability, water-resistance and day-to-day versatility.</p>
<h3>Design &amp; legibility: the model&rsquo;s identity</h3>
<p>The Superman&rsquo;s identity rests on a high-contrast, uncluttered dial, bold geometric lume plots, baton/skeleton hands and a decisive unidirectional bezel&mdash;capped by the signature clamp that locks the bezel as you screw the crown&thinsp;; on the wrist, the dial appears large for the stated size, the peripheral minute track is crisp, and the whole display remains instantly intelligible underwater and in the city, so <strong>the visual signature is the &ldquo;locked bezel + clean dial&rdquo; duo that makes a Superman identifiable at a glance</strong>.</p>
<h3>Case, bracelet and everyday comfort</h3>
<p>Historically around 39&ndash;41 mm, modern Supermans come in 39 mm and 41 mm (and occasionally beyond) with a slim mid-case, domed sapphire on many runs, a screw-down crown and solid or see-through backs&thinsp;; full-link steel, tropic/rubber or leather straps round out the options, while compact lugs aid stability, meaning <strong>a 39 mm slips under cuffs like a city tool-watch, whereas a 41 mm adds presence and legibility</strong>.</p>
<h3>Movement: architecture, performance and service</h3>
<p>Vintage Supermans used Swiss bases (ETA 2472, etc.), then, after the relaunch, Sellita SW200-1 or YEMA2000/YEMA3000 (GMT) with hacking and hand-wind&thinsp;; at 4 Hz with ~42 h reserves, they provide solid running, while 4&ndash;6-year service intervals preserve water-tightness and consistency, and the bezel-lock&mdash;properly tightened&mdash;prevents accidental rotation, such that <strong>the &ldquo;Swiss or in-house&rdquo; calibre plus screw-down construction yields a robust balance of accuracy, practicality and upkeep</strong>.</p>
<h3>Timeline &amp; main models (1963&ndash;2025)</h3>
<p><strong>(1963) Yema Superman &ldquo;Scuba&rdquo;:</strong></p>
<p>The inaugural generation for divers: a bezel locked by a clamp engaged by the crown, black dial with large plots and, for the time, high ratings (up to 300 m/990 ft depending on versions). The compact case and straightforward display explain its club-diver success; early runs mixed handsets and texts, with multiple references by lot and market.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>(1968) Yema Superman &ldquo;300 m&rdquo;:</strong></p>
<p>Spec consolidation: reinforced screw-down crown, bolder markers, optional date and a clearer bezel insert. The spirit remains utilitarian, favouring a simple display and steady readability in grazing light. Size stays restrained and the pared-back aesthetics keep it easy beyond the water.</p>
<p><strong>(1975) Yema Superman II &ldquo;Quartz/Automatic&rdquo;:</strong></p>
<p>Amid the 1970s, the line expands to quartz alongside automatics, with sometimes more graphic dials and firmer bezel action. The bezel-lock remains an identity code, and cases shift toward daily urban wear without losing tool intent. Since exact identifiers depend on movement and markets, we keep the umbrella anchor Yema Superman for this &ldquo;Superman II&rdquo; set.</p>
<p><strong>(2018) Yema Superman Heritage &ldquo;39/41 mm&rdquo;:</strong></p>
<p>A faithful neo-vintage return: black/brown/blue dials, period-styled hands, redesigned bezel and the comeback of the locking clamp. Up to 300 m WR depending on series, sapphire, and Sellita or YEMA2000 calibres bring modern usability while preserving historical codes. This collection put the Superman back on European wrists.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>(2020) Yema Superman Heritage Bronze:</strong></p>
<p>Bronze case with progressive patina, contrasted dials, high WR and sapphire for warmed-up legibility. The identity stays strictly readable, and the locking clamp works with the living alloy without losing its safety role. Popular for blending charm and function.</p>
<p><strong>(2022) Yema Superman 500:</strong></p>
<p>A major technical step: 500 m WR, reworked case, optimised clamp geometry and feel, sharper bezel action and improved comfort in 39/41 mm. The watch targets mixed use (water/office) without compromising the read-out, with classic dials and new shades. Reference codes vary by size, strap and colour.</p>
<p><strong>(2023) Yema Superman 500 GMT:</strong></p>
<p>Adding a 24-hour hand and bi-colour inserts while preserving the clamp and slim ergonomics. The GMT layout prioritises clarity: balanced lume, crisp 24-h scale and enough contrast for night reading. For travel, the screw-down crown reassures and the bezel remains secured. As identifiers shift with inserts and bracelets, we group this 500 GMT family under<strong> </strong>Yema Superman.</p>
<p><strong>(2024) Yema Superman &ldquo;Arm&eacute;e de l&rsquo;Air &amp; de l&rsquo;Espace&rdquo;:</strong></p>
<p>Special editions tied to France&rsquo;s Air &amp; Space Force continue the nation&rsquo;s mission-watch lineage: dedicated dials/markings, 300/500 m ratings and tightened QC. The brief remains a simple, reliable, legible instrument for demanding use. The clamp keeps its mechanical safety role.</p>
<h3>Buying advice: size, variants, straps &amp; uses</h3>
<p>If your wrist measures roughly 6.1&ndash;6.9 in, the 39 mm is the versatility sweet spot: subtler profile, easy cuff-fit and intact readability&thinsp;; <strong>for a first taste, a black 39 mm &ldquo;Heritage&rdquo; on steel is a universally safe pick</strong>. Same DNA, less visual mass.</p>
<p>Prefer impact and distance reading? The 41 mm offers a larger dial aperture and stronger bezel presence, useful outdoors&thinsp;; <strong>just ensure the lug drop matches your wrist</strong>. A quick try-on usually decides 39 vs 41.</p>
<p>Style &amp; material: steel is the neutral default, bronze adds patina and warmth with minimal care&thinsp;;&nbsp;<strong>if you wear tailoring, a black or deep-blue dial on brushed steel is easiest</strong>. Save vivid colours for weekends.</p>
<h3>Conclusion</h3>
<p>A hallmark French instrument, the Yema Superman suits enthusiasts after readable, robust divers instantly recognised by their bezel-lock. Between 39 and 41 mm, bronze or steel, 300 or 500 m, the range covers daily life through coastal escapes. <strong>To refine size, material and movement, match try-ons to real use and rely on Dialicious customer reviews to validate comfort, legibility and dependability.</strong></p>
<p>(Updated September 2025)</p>

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