Raymond Weil Millesime Automatic Small Seconds silver dial leather strap 39,5 mm

The Millésime collection: between heritage and renaissance

The Millésime collection was designed as a contemporary reinterpretation of classic dress watches from the 1930s to the 1950s. Far from ostentatious, Raymond Weil returns here to the very essence of Swiss watchmaking: meticulous craftsmanship, masterful proportions, proven mechanics, and a keen sense of detail. It was this minimalist and rigorous vision that won over the GPHG jury. This silver dial model with a gray leather strap is undoubtedly the most iconic version, best representing what the Maison wanted to convey with Millésime: the beauty of a structured dial, the readability of a three-zone display, and the obviousness of a well-designed design.

Dial: light, structure, and harmony

At first glance, this silver dial catches the eye not with its colors, but with the way it plays with light. The domed sapphire Glassbox crystal, inspired by vintage watches, allows light to slide sideways across the dial, creating a subtle dance between its different textures.

Its construction is based on three concentric circles:

• The perfectly smooth hour track features clear, contrasting black printed hour markers.
• The minute track, finely engraved with a spiral pattern, is legible without being ostentatious.
• The central area, finished with vertical brushing, adds a matte texture that creates an immediate effect of depth.

The whole is discreetly divided by a central cross engraved in the mass, barely visible but essential for structuring the eye. This almost invisible detail makes reading more intuitive without weighing down the aesthetics.

The small seconds at 6 o'clock, housed in a delicately recessed circle, completes the ensemble. Its fine graduation, discreet flange and perfectly symmetrical position reinforce the visual coherence of the dial. This layout, inherited from traditional watchmaking, gives the watch extra soul.

The silver-plated, faceted dauphine hands coated with Super-LumiNova® add a touch of modernity at night. Their length is precisely adjusted to the circles they point to.

Case and proportions: perfect balance

The 39.5 mm stainless steel case has been designed to blend into the background, allowing the dial to take center stage, while still making a statement on the wrist. Its slim 10.25 mm thickness and narrow bezel make it the ultimate dress watch, slipping easily under a sleeve while retaining its distinctive character when worn.

The finishes are equally impressive:

• Vertically satin-finished bezel
• Discreet and refined polished bevel
• Brushed lugs on the sides, polished on top, for a subtle yet noticeable play of light.

Each surface has been designed to respond to the light without ever being overpowering. On the back, a transparent sapphire crystal case back reveals the engraved oscillating weight with the “W” monogram, Raymond Weil's mechanical signature.

Leather strap: comfort and consistency

This version is mounted on a supple, slightly grained gray calfskin leather strap, whose color enhances the monochrome atmosphere of the dial. A discreet “W” stitching punctuates the ensemble. It is secured by a simple, effective and elegant steel ardillon buckle. This strap makes all the difference for those who want a dress watch that is natural to wear, comfortable and unpretentious.

Movement: proven mechanics, uncompromising simplicity

The engine of this watch is the RW4251 caliber, based on the Sellita SW261-1. This Swiss automatic movement offers:

• A frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz),
• A power reserve of 38 hours,
• Hours, minutes, and small seconds at 6 o'clock.