RAYMOND WEIL unveils a beautiful new version of the Millesime Automatic Small Seconds

RAYMOND WEIL has recently introduced the Millesime Automatic Small Seconds Denim Blue. This captivating new dial version is an addition to the Millesime Automatic Small Seconds family. The debut model, featuring a silver colour sector dial, won the Grand Prix D’ Horlogerie Genèva (GPHG) Challenge Watch Prize in 2023.

“RAYMOND WEIL pays homage to the rich heritage and traditions of horology while celebrating the simplicity of refined design. Millesime timepiece offer a period charm combined with present-day practicality.”

Key Features

Functions

The Millesime Automatic Small Seconds Denim Blue’s functions include:

– Central Hours and Minutes.

– Small Seconds on subdial at 6 o’clock.

Dial

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The Millesime Automatic Small Seconds Denim Blue’s dial features include:

– It features a denim blue colour sector dial with contrasting finishes.

– The hour and minute hands are silver-toned and coated with Super-LumiNova®.

– The inner or central dial is divided into 4-sections, featuring a “delicate vertical brush”  finish.

– “RAYMOND WEIL Geneva” is prominently displayed on the top section of inner dial.

– Surrounding the inner dial is the hour track, featuring a smooth finish. It features 12 baton-hour markers, with 2-hour markers for 12 o’clock.

– The hour track is surrounded by a snailed minute track, graduated in increments of 5 minutes.

– The small seconds subdial at 6 o’clock occupies a portion of the inner dial and hour track. It is divided into 6 sections, each graduated in increments of 10 seconds. “Automatic” is displayed on the subdial. The subdial’s outer edge is subtly recessed into the dial.

Case

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The Millesime Automatic Small Seconds Denim Blue’s case features include:

– Its case is made of “highest quality”  stainless steel.

– Its case diameter is 39.5 mm and case thickness is 10.25 mm.

– On its dial side, it features a “vintage-inspired sapphire-crystal glass-box” with anti-reflective treatment on both sides.

– On its caseback side, it features a sapphire crystal which is snapped into the caseback.

– Its bezel features a vertical satin brush finish, “that contrasts wonderfully with the highly polished bevel nearby. This juxtaposition of two finishes reinforces the overall level of finishing.”

– Its crown at 3 o’clock is fluted and embossed with the brand’s RW monogram.

– It is water resistant up to 50 metres / 165 feet / 5 ATM.

– It comes with a navy blue colour genuine calf leather strap, featuring a unique W-stitched detail, and a traditional buckle made of stainless steel.

Movement

The Millesime Automatic Small Seconds Denim Blue is powered by mechanical self-winding movement RW4251 which features a “W” shaped winding rotor.

– It powers the hours, minutes, and small seconds at 6 o’clock.

– Its height is 4.6 mm.

– It has a power reserve of 41 hours.

– The RW4251 is based on a Sellita calibre – most likely a modified version of SW260-1 – as per online sources. The SW260-1 beats at a frequency of 28,800 vph or 4 Hz, has 31 jewels, and features both an Incabloc shock-protection and hacking seconds.

Our Thoughts

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The Millesime Automatic Small Seconds Denim Blue ticks several boxes.

– A well-executed interpretation of a classic three-hander sector dial timepiece. Classic three-hander timepieces are often the hardest to execute, and RAYMOND WEIL has done an impressive job with its dial and case design.

– The absence of a date window is another advantage. While a date window has a practical and commercial justification, they often look out of place on an otherwise perfect dial.

– It is powered by a proven automatic movement, easily serviceable by a competent watchmaker worldwide.

– Its classic vintage inspired design and accessible price point will tempt first time customers, beginner collectors, and experienced collectors.

– For those who are not collectors, and need a timepiece that is both attractive, versatile, and dependable, and do not desire to spend a large amount, the Millesime Automatic Small Seconds Denim Blue (and the other dial versions) is an ideal timepiece.

– I personally love classic three-hander timepieces, and I find the Millesime Automatic Small Seconds Denim Blue tempting.

– We look forward to doing a firsthand review.

Additional Details

Name: RAYMOND WEIL Millesime Automatic Small Seconds Denim Blue

Reference: 2930-STC-50011

Price: Swiss Franc (CHF): 1,895 / Euro (EUR): 2,050 / United States Dollar (USD): 1,995.

Please visit the RAYMOND WEIL website and authorized dealers if interested.

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