Autochron Yellow
$2,2951,996
38 mm200 m WRSapphire
The Sensei's take
The Nivada Grenchen AUTOCHRON YELLOW is a bold statement piece that caters to those who aren't afraid to embrace color in their wristwear. Its striking yellow dial and vintage-inspired design make it perfect for collectors and anyone looking to add personality to their collection, while the price point of $2,295 strikes a balance between value and exclusivity. I recommend this watch for those who appreciate unique aesthetics and want to stand out without breaking the bank.
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The revival of a rare vintage watch from the 70s The new Autochron stands out for its elegant design, advanced technical features, and most notably, its one-of-a-kind face. Indeed, its dial is both striking and original, deserving a closer, deeper look to fully appreciate its exceptional beauty: a textured matte black background; two embossed sub-dials (minutes and seconds) in taupe with a hint of khaki, positioned in an inspired move at 12 and 9 o'clock. The tachymeter scale surrounding the dial adds a sophisticated tool watch touch. The pointed baton indices, enhanced with white Super-LumiNova® and a white or yellow dot, underscore the design's refinement. Similarly, the hands, also filled with yellow or white, echo the elegance. The bold white logo and the Art Deco typography contribute…
5.5
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At a glance
Strengths & trade-offs
Pulled straight from the spec sheet, framed for the buyer. The editorial verdict is the Sensei's take above.
Strengths
- Serious water resistance (200m)
- Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
- Versatile 38mm case
- Luminous dial and hands
Trade-offs
- Priced above what the spec suggests
Sensei Says
The specs, in plain English
On the wrist
At 38 mm it lands in the modern sweet spot, a 46.5 mm lug-to-lug suits most wrists.
The value
Fairly priced for what it is.
On the wrist
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Specifications
- Reference
- 77001A45
- Released
- 2024
- Production
- Current production
- Case diameter
- 38 mm
- Lug-to-lug
- 46.5 mm
- Thickness
- 12.7 mm
- Lug width
- 20 mm
- Case shape
- Round
- Case material
- 316L Stainless Steel
- Water resistance
- 200 m
- Crystal
- Sapphire · anti-reflective
- Bezel
- Tachymeter
- Caseback
- Closed
- Dial colour
- matte black
- Dial finish
- Textured
- Indices
- baton
- Lume
- Yes — Super-LumiNova
- Strap / bracelet
- interchangeable
- Clasp
- push-button deployant
- Functions
- Hours, Minutes, Small Seconds, Date, Chronograph
- Fit
- Unisex
The maker
Nivada Grenchen
Nivada Grenchen's philosophy revolves around reviving its historical designs while incorporating modern manufacturing techniques. The brand aims to create watches that are both functional and stylish, reflecting its heritage in craftsmanship and innovation.
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