Biver Automatique Yellow GoldvsCarl Suchy & Söhne WALTZ Nº1 Gold

The Biver Automatique Yellow Gold is admired for its exceptional micro-details, including sharp logo edges and an attractive "reverse struck" minute track, with reviewers noting its classic dress watch appeal and elegant simplicity. The 39mm case is described as comfortable, and the watch features a multi-level solid yellow-gold dial with engraved details and a satin sheen finish, or Grand Feu enamel dials in bordeaux or grey, or an Œil-de-fer dial. It is powered by the automatic Calibre JCB-003-C micro-rotor movement, offering an 80m water resistance. However, its beauty can be easily missed from afar due to its understated design and lack of brand narrative, and its price, starting from CHF 75,000, is noted as certainly not cheap. On balance, reviewers appreciate the Biver Automatique Yellow Gold for its classic, elegant three-hand design and beautifully finished micro-rotor movement, despite its high price point.

The Carl Suchy & Söhne WALTZ Nº1 GOLD is praised for its minimalist, contemporary dress watch design with elegant lines, drawing inspiration from Alfred Loos architecture. Reviewers highlight its sleek 41.5mm case, which wears smaller due to short lugs and a comfortable curvature, and a unique bowl-shaped dial with a striped finish. The watch is powered by the extra-flat Vaucher VMF 5401 automatic movement with a gold-plated micro-rotor, offering a 50-hour power reserve. Some promised launch features, such as engraved casebacks, were omitted from the final product. On balance, reviewers find the Carl Suchy & Söhne WALTZ Nº1 GOLD to be a successful contemporary dress watch, primarily due to its unique dial and elegant case design.