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Are You Familiar with These 5 Iconic French Watches?


French watchmaking has an identity in its own, sometimes discreet but always refined. Through his creations, all the hexagonal know-how is expressed, between historical heritage, a sense of detail and technical daring.

Swiss Made Watch magazine is now honored 5 emblematic French watches that have marked the spirits and continue to wear the colors of French watchmaking high!

Yema Superman-YSUP25A39-AMS

YEMA Superman Swiss Edition Watch YSUP25A39 AMS

At Yema, the Superman is a real legend. This Swiss Edition version, referenced YSUP25A39-AMS, is a particularly successful contemporary variation. It takes up the DNA of the original model launched in the 60s, with a steel housing 39 mm And this famous blocking signature telescope, originally thought for professional divers.

The black dial brings a lot of sobriety to the whole. On the caliber side, this edition offers the luxury of a Swiss automatic movement Sellita SW200, guarantee of reliability and precision. Waterproof to 300 metersit is not only beautiful, it is also cut for action!

Yema Superman YSUP25A39-AMS on Swiss Made Watch.com

Lip Churchill T18 – 671006

Lip Churchill T18 Gold Bracelet Brown 671006Lip Churchill T18 Gold Bracelet Brown 671006

Difficult to evoke French watchmaking without talking about Lip. The T18 Churchill, in its version 671006, is a watch steeped in history. Inspired by a model offered to Winston Churchill after the Second World War, she embodied all the elegance of the 1940s.

Its rectangular case in gold -platedits cream dial decorated with Arabic figures and its Dauphine needles immediately evoke the style Art deco. She is animated by a quartz movement which gives it real finesse. Discreet and elegant, this French watch does not seek to impose it, it seduces with its timelessness and its discreet refinement.

Lip Churchill T18 671006 on Swiss Made Watch.com

Herbelin Newport Originals – 12255t35

Herbelin Newport Originals 12255t35 watchHerbelin Newport Originals 12255t35 watch

In a more elegant and maritime register, the Newport 12255T35 of Herbelin perfectly embodies the Jura know-how. The design of this two -color watch draws its inspiration from the portholes of the yachts, with a steel case enhanced with gilded PVD accents.

Her blue dial Guilloche, punctuated at noon of a wheel bar, immediately evokes the big crossings. THE Swiss quartz movement Ronda 715, discreet and precise, allows this piece to focus on what it does better: dressing the wrist with distinction. Waterproof to 100 metersshe also assumes her nautical heritage with seriousness! In short, it is a classic watch that marries Light Sportivity Talent and Citadine elegance.

Herbelin Newport Originals 12255t35 on Swiss Made Watch.com

Lip Grande Nautic Ski – 671521

Lip Nautic Ski Automatic Grande Nautic 671521 watchLip Nautic Ski Automatic Grande Nautic 671521 watch

Another icon of the LIP house, the large nautic ski (ref. 671521) revisits one of the most daring models of the brand. Originally designed for athletes and divers from the 60s, this modernized reissue retains its adventurous spirit while adopting more current finishes.

Its case of 41 mmits deep blue dial and its luminescent indexes ensure excellent readability, even in extreme conditions. It is powered by a Japanese automatic caliber Miyota 8215reliable and accessible. It is a diving watch which combines retro charm and robustness, ideal for those who love watches with character.

Lip Grande Nautic Ski 671521 on Swiss Made Watch.com

Pequignet Rue Royale – 9010437F CG

Pequignet watch rue Royale 9010437F CGPequignet watch rue Royale 9010437F CG

Finally, rue Royale 9010437F CG de Pequignet plays in another category. This is a Haute watchmaking watchdesigned and assembled in France, which has nothing to envy to the big Swiss houses. Her royal caliberfully developed internally in Morteau, is an automatic movement of large sophistication, integrating large date, walking reserve, moon phase and small second in a refined architecture.

The perfectly balanced silver dial highlights each complication with rare elegance. Besides, the 42 mm In polished steel strengthens this impression of discreet luxury. It is a watch for connoisseurs, which combines technical excellence and sober but assertive style!

Pequignet rue Royale 9010437F CG on Swiss Made Watch.com

Whether it is heritage models, modern reinterpretations or high watchmaking creations, these five watches brilliantly illustrate the richness of French watchmaking. Each has its personality, its history, its audience. And all have the same requirement in common, that of carrying the values ​​of design, precision and national know-how high.

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