Depancel AllurevsDepancel Allure Valjoux

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Measurements

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Depancel Allure at true scale

Allure

Depancel Allure Valjoux at true scale

Allure Valjoux

Diameter

39mm

43mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

45.8mm

Thickness

13mm

13mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

Power Reserve

45h

highest

39h

MSRP

$754

lowest

$3,900

Movement

Seagull ST1901

Valjoux 92

Case

4 specs
Category
Pilot
Chronograph
Diameter
39mm
43mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
45.8mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seagull ST1901
Valjoux 92
Power Reserve
45h
39h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$754
$3,900
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Depancel Allure

Owners and reviewers praise the Depancel Allure's case and dial finishing, noting multi-level textures, sunburst, brushed, and matte finishes, along with polished applied indices. The 39mm case size and 70s racing aesthetic are highlighted, as is the reliable Seagull ST1901 manual-wind movement with a 50-hour power reserve. Some owners find the price of over €600 for the ST1901 movement to be a bit high, with questions raised about long-term reliability and after-sales service. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Depancel Allure highly for its attractive design and finishing at the price point.

From video reviewers

The case finishing and dial details are consistently praised. Reviewers noted a significant chronograph issue.

Depancel Allure Valjoux

The Depancel Allure Valjoux is a limited-edition chronograph built around a restored vintage Valjoux 92 manual-wind movement, a pairing reviewers single out as its core appeal. Its retro character comes through in the glossy mint-green or French Racing Blue dial options, the pulsometer scale in place of a running-seconds sub-dial, and the piston-style pushers. Reviewers describe the 39mm case and 50m water resistance as practical for everyday wear. Overall, reviewers rate the Allure Valjoux well for its vintage-inspired movement and character at its price.

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