The Yema Sous Marine range, due to be launched in September offers a great combo of features for any dive watch enthusiast. 300m of depth resistance, the new benchmark you might say – check. Big numerals at the quarter hour and lume on the hands and markers – check. Silicone strap or beads of rice bracelet for day wear – check. Then there’s the second … Continue reading Yema Sous Marine: 300m, Under $900 & In-House Calibre
I mean just look at the movement, beautifully presented via the see-thru caseback on the new Urban Field model. Yes, it’s a bought in Sellita SW210 series movement, but the Yema decoration really adds a classic touch; blue screw heads and Yema script on the bridgework, plus a smattering of synthetic rubies. Hypnotic to look at and a perfect contrast to the functional crosshair style … Continue reading Yema Just Built a Modern Classic, a Field of Dreams
Just take a second or two to appreciate the details on this new Yema automatic FlyGraf model, especially the date window. Available in different langauges, but so compact, yet so clear. Retro, yet fresh. You know what it remids us of at NWC mag? The old day/date flipover calendars you once saw on every desk, in every office. Classic and functional. OK the classic theme … Continue reading The Coolest Date Window Feature Ever? Possibly
Soon to make its debut, the Baltic Tricompax Peter edition celebrates the style and heritage of Peter Auto, a French racing series organiser, who have been staging endurance, sports car and other events since the 1980s. Priced at just under £2000, you may think Baltic are cheeky, but the deal includes a pair of dashboard timing stopwatches, also made by Baltic, in a special limited … Continue reading The Baltic Peter Auto Collab is Pure Paul Ricard
Yema has a new model due for pre-order next Wednesday. The Superman French Air Force (FAF) edition has a neat air force logo on the crown, double dome sapphire crystal, shovel type second hand and pays tribute to the FAF rescue watch of the 1970s. The original was used by search and rescue teams and Yema has tried to capture the spirit of adventure in … Continue reading Yema Limited Edition: Dive Watch With Air Force Heritage
Baltic has brought back the Bicompax chrono model, and the 002 version has a more retro dial design, plus the ST1901 movement inside the case. It’s still 38mm wide, which is the same sort of width your classic Venus/Valjoux 7733 movement watches from the 60s and 70s were, give or take 1mm. Twin sub dials give you essential readings, an Italian calf strap adds a … Continue reading Baltic Bicompax 002 is Retro Heaven
If you’re going to issue variations on a theme then the Tudor Pelgos is a good place to start. Featuring the in-House Tudor movement which is COSC standard, a decent depth resistance of 200m and that brand affinity with Rolex, the Pelagos has a great deal going for it. Some might say this is a poor man’s Submariner, but we like to think of it … Continue reading Tudor Pelagos FXD Edition: Solid, Crafted & Class
Yema has launched a Superman Skin Diver, capturing the 60s scuba spirit with this well equipped dive watch. It has a Sellita SW200 movement, sapphire crystal, plus unidirectional click-stop bezel. The depth rating is 300m and it features a crown lock at the 3pm position. This really looks business-like, a tool watch to withstand soem serious diving. The crystal is 2.6mm thick – bit more … Continue reading Yema Superman Skin Diver; 1000 Piece Ltd Edition
