Raymond Weil Genève remains a charming rarity in today’s world of luxury watchmakers. Since its founding in 1976 it has managed to remain a family-owned business; in addition, it continues to offer quality timepieces at a variety of price points.

Sporty, yet sophisticated, this Raymond Weil Freelancer is a versatile option for any ensemble, and will surely make an excellent addition to your collection.

Its slate grey dial is a dynamic affair all around, and its chronograph functions include a bold red center seconds hand, a 30-minute counter at 12, and a 12-hour counter at 6. There is a small seconds subdial at 9 as well as a day and date display at 3. The luminous hands and applied stick hour markers are easy to read in low light scenarios. Upon the outer edge there is a convenient tachymetre scale, and there is a minute track in white for easy reading.

The exhibition case back allows you to see the movement in action. Speaking of the movement, this self-winding automatic watch is driven by the RW 5000 caliber and delivers a 46-hour power reserve.

The stainless steel case measures 42 mm in diameter, 13.85 mm in height, and rests upon a black leather strap with a stainless steel deployant buckle. Other case features include a wonderful 100 m / 10 atm water resistance, a push / pull winding crown, and a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal.

Standout feature(s): Convenient tachymetre scale; exhibition case back; 100 m / 10 atm water resistance; 46-hour power reserve; deployant buckle for added safety.

Details at a glance:

• Model Reference: 7730-STC-60112
• Case Material: Stainless steel
• Case Dimensions: 42 mm
• Case Height: 13.85 mm
• Movement: Self-winding automatic, 46-hour power reserve
• Complication(s) / Feature(s): Standard time, small seconds, chronograph, day, date
• Dial: Slate grey
• Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire
• Winding Crown: Push / pull
• Water-resistance: 100 m / 10 atm
• Band: Black leather
• Clasp: Stainless steel deployant buckle
• Country of Origin: Switzerland
• Retail Value: $2,950.00
• Condition: Showroom model with minor signs of in-store handling; checked for accuracy and in proper operational order
• Comments: Manufacturer's box and operational manual