You can?t really blame a brand for digging into their back catalog. Vintage watch interest is at an all time high, especially because of the smaller cases and old school charm. By taking that design and building it with modern manufacturing techniques, the watch enthusiast gets the best of both worlds ? a vintage looking watch that you don?t have to worry about too much. Continuing the trend of vintage brand revival is the new Malouine diver from Le Forban. It?s been half a century since Le Forban manufactured watches that were worn by sailors in the French Navy. While Le Forban might not be a household name, their new release, the Malouine, hopes to bring the brand into the forefront.

Today, we?re looking at their 39mm dive watch that?s designed, assembled, and tested in Paris ? staying true to the French brand?s roots. The Malouine isn?t a direct reissue of one of their previous models, as it draws inspiration from a few of the watches in their back catalog. At $445, the Malouine sits in a very competitive price range, so read on to see how it fares.  
$445

Hands-On: The Le Forban Malouine Dive Watch

Case
Stainless Steel

Movement
Miyota 8215

Dial
Black or Blue

Lume
Super-Luminova C3

Lens
Domed sapphire

Strap
100% Silicone Tropic-Style Rubber

Water Resistance
150m

Dimensions
39 x 45mm

Thickness
12.75mm

Lug Width
20mm

Crown
Screw-down

Warranty
Yes

Price
$445

Case
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