Chronomaster Valjoux 23 "Tropical Dial"
$4,900409
38 mm100 m WRSapphire
The Sensei's take
The Nivada Grenchen Chronomaster Valjoux 23 'Tropical Dial' is a must-have for vintage watch collectors and enthusiasts who appreciate authentic mechanical heritage. Its restoration of a classic movement and stylish design truly stand out, providing excellent value for those drawn to Swiss chronographs.
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A collector’s dream reborn, the Chronomaster Valjoux 23 embodies the purest expression of Nivada Grenchen’s chronograph heritage, powered by a fully restored vintage Valjoux 23 movement. Each piece is handcrafted and limited, combining 1960s aesthetics with timeless mechanical excellence.
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At a glance
Strengths & trade-offs
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Strengths
- Everyday water resistance (100m)
- Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
- Versatile 38mm case
Trade-offs
- No lume
- Priced above what the spec suggests
- Currently sold out
Sensei Says
The specs, in plain English
On the wrist
At 38 mm it lands in the modern sweet spot.
The value
Fairly priced for what it is.
On the wrist
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Specifications
- Reference
- 86020M10
- Released
- 2025
- Production
- Limited edition
- Case diameter
- 38 mm
- Thickness
- 12.7 mm
- Lug width
- 20 mm
- Case shape
- Round
- Case material
- stainless steel 316
- Water resistance
- 100 m
- Crystal
- Sapphire
- Bezel
- None
- Caseback
- Closed
- Dial colour
- cream
- Indices
- mixed
- Lume
- None
- Strap / bracelet
- leather strap or steel bracelet
- Functions
- 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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