These might be the perfect re-issue watches! | The Nivada Grenchen Chronomaster Aviator Sea Diver
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- WatchGecko Review - The Nivada Grenchen Chronomaster Aviator Sea Diver
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It is no secret that the watch industry is still a very niche world to live in. There is no doubt that it is a growing one, however, there are multiple layers of micro-communities and niches of this passionate centric industry. Vintage is certainly one of these that is no doubt experiencing incredible levels of growth at the moment. With this, comes the discovery and subsequent appreciation of many companies previously banished to the history books.
One brand who has their very own loyal niche following is back in the limelight with some unbelievably honest re-issues. And that brand is Nivada Grenchen.
The Nivada Grenchen Chronomaster Aviator Sea Diver - what they do
The watches we have with us today are known as the Chronomaster Aviator Sea Diver. Besides the rather long name featuring some of the most popular watch terminologies, these watches are stunning re-creations of their original grandfathers from the 60s. Both of these models are available with manual wind and automatic movements starting at 1,570 CHF (approximately £1,300). Right away this lower than expected price point caught my attention as the watch sits in a seriously competitive price point, bringing the fight to many of the new watch brands that are simply inspired by these original designs.
Both of the models we have with us today are a hair over 38mm wide with a lug to lug distance of 46.5mm. Thicknesses differ between the models with the automatic model coming in at 15mm and the manual wind models measuring 14mm (this includes the domed sapphire crystal). When we introduced you to the re-launch of the brand in August we mentioned how there are a lot of variations available, this is still the case meaning whichever dial design you prefer, both movements options are available adding an almost customisable feel to the watches.
Sellita movements have been used here, more specifically the SW510 in the automatic and manual configuration. The manual movement is fitted with a higher-end chronograph bridge with larger sized jewels and it also comes with 58 hours of power reserve vs the automatics 48 hours. The SW510 is a two-register chronograph movement with running seconds via the left-hand sub-dial and a 30-minute chronograph sub-dial on the right-hand side.
Take a look at vintage examples of these watches and you’ll be hard-pressed to notice any difference to it’s younger, new family members. The only visual difference between original vs reissue is the small ‘T’ present on the dials of the vintage models for tritium. This has now been replaced with an ‘L’ to represent ‘luminova’. It's a subtle, yet sensible change. The cases are exactly the same, with the correct finishes in the right places, drilled lugs and closed casebacks. It's the same story with the bezels as the smooth bi-directional rotating bezels provide you with not just minute markers but also hour markers underneath meaning you can easily track both passing units of time.
After wearing this dial variation for around a week now I’d certainly say this piece is far more reminiscent of a military chronograph. The presence of yellowed lume is throughout both hands and hour markers which when combined with the matt black dial and pop of red in the sub-dial just simply screams to me military heritage. - แนวปฏิบัติและการใช้ชีวิต
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Thanks for the review, have been eyeing long time
I just received the lollipop version for Christmas 2020 and really like it a lot! Stylish, comfortable, keeps great time! I also have an original first-model (1961-62) Croton Nivada Grenchen (Venus 210 movement) that I purchased new in 1962, but I had the "broad arrow hand set" replaced with thinner hands by the watchmaker in the shop where I bought it, so it was "customized" when purchased and has never been quite a true representative of the original (but still a great watch, and still running!). BTW, for Joshua Mount: The broad arrow version does come in manual wind, but they sell out quickly every time the have a new run. Watch the Nivada Grenchen web site every couple of days and be ready to grab one as soon as they announce another run of them.
both are absolutely stunning, wish you included lume shots of both, oh well :) thanks, great vid !
Absolutely stunning and great B-Roll as always!
The aged lume version is so close to an original one I’ve had hands on. Love it.
I’m about to order the lollipop manual!! I love it😊
Great watches. A brand with a hugh history. Price is top! An acrylic cristal would be even more perfect for the watch.
I go for the manual wind
Both are great...but if I had to choose, I would go with the manual wind version..a little thinner is better. at that price, a great value.
Nivada Grenchen has Absolutely Knocked these stunning Re-issues Out of the Park!
Chrono aviator diver -- a triple threat, an audacious move. I'm definitely a pushover for the broad arrow hands. Jumped on my Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean and both of my Sericas at least in part due to these heritage hands. This NG just made my shortlist.
i'd like the broad arrow hand with the red lollipop sweep chrono hand. think they'll do that for me?
Great video James. I'd love to try on the broad arrow with handwinding movement as that speaks to me the most.
Thank you but this one was done by Tim (audio) and Damon (video). 😊 The broad arrow handwound is the one I'd go for too! - James
@@watchgecko Stunning timepieces! Is the broad arrow hand model more iconic/collectible? At first glance I really liked that red lollipop second hand.
I got the manual wind lollipop model about 2 weeks ago, the one you prefer, and love it. Probably the only option I would add would be a saphire caseback (like Omega offers).
But would that be healthy for the overall thickness? =)
Broad arrow manual wind would be my pick
I prefer the lollipop second hand version as I’m not a huge fan of aged lume, manual wind is a plus too.
It comes without aged lume too
Prefer more the dial with red lollipop hand; more legible and a bit more interesting. Both are stunning though.
I prefer the lollipop second had version. Beautiful watch.
I prefer the more modern one because I don’t like faux patina
yes
The lollipop version is more legible, but I bought the broad arrow one strictly for its provenance.
Does anyone know if these nice watches have screwed-down crowns?
Only the automatic version. Both have same water resistance though. 100m
@@borjacruz9700 thanks for your reply. That’s very useful information. I’be been thinking about the chronking, so it doesn’t has a screwed down crown then.
I wish the broad arrow version came in manual wind.
well it does
Aged lume and normal lume, automatic and manual wind
OH MY GOD. THIS IS FUCKING LIT..
why Mexico is overflowed by Nivada adds and are not swiss made watches but have japanese quartz movements?
Because Carlos Slim owns Nivada now
And They are Manufactured in???
The new 2022 ones are out bro!
Thanks bbbrrrroooooo!
And they are now 1800 and 1900 dollars now. That’s a hell of a price jump unfortunately.
WATCH IS SHIPPED FROM HONG KONG. Poor Quality. $240 shipping return cost.
People should know that the watches are being shipped from Hong Kong. The one I received is of fairly poor quality; the hands do not even match the indexes' color. I reached out to support, and Nivada Grenchen is not covering the shipping cost for the return, which is around $240 USD. I would highly recommend looking at other timepieces before making a purchase.
Man that thing is teeny tiny- I'd look ridiculous with this.
Too bad it is another old swiss watch company bought by some VC from Hong Kong.
They just slap the name on the dial, but has no connection to the old Nivada at all.
Customer service seems to be horrible too.
where are you getting this information from?
Wtf, It's as accurate as you can get for a reissue. "Slap the name on a dial" seriously? Where did you get that info? I read it's bought by Mexican from a South Korean company and made in Swiss.
This brand is now owned by the CHINESE Which is a good example of their proqess and stealthy buisiness sense!
that is a 150€ watch. not a 1500€ watch. it should be at least. there is no way that is worth the asking price. not for a brand that was basically just bought to apprehend the ring of tradition and a damn selitta movement. what the actual fuck. margin 90%?
true.
Much too expensive. Almost true.
What other mid size mechanical chronographs would you recommend at £150?
Hi, unfortunately just the movement cost 450$ so hard to get a 150$ price
@@guillaumelaidet1769 Hi Guillaume - I’m having some real head-scratching Nivada customer service issues... How can this be escalated? These watches are truly gorgeous, but it has to be backed by impeccable customer service. In my mind, the customer service is harming Nivada’s brand image right now.
The proportions are totally off. That fat bezel ruins the look.