ACADEMIE AUTOMATIC 37 CALIFORNIA & VETERAN

For nearly 20 years, RALF TECH has been equipping the majority of French special forces units, as well as elite units of the National Gendarmerie and the National Police, and their counterparts around the world. Today, more than 110 units across more than 20 countries place their trust in the brand.

Building on this operational heritage, RALF TECH continues its commitment to preserving and passing on tradition by introducing two new interpretations of the ACADÉMIE 37, which enrich the brand’s iconic collection, now available in a 37mm diameter.

With the ACADÉMIE Automatic 37 California and Veteran, RALF TECH revisits two iconic expressions of military watchmaking while continuing the story of the ACADÉMIE collection, launched in 2019: two models that blend history with personal stories…

TWO DIALS, TWO IDENTITIES.

The ACADÉMIE California features the renowned California dial, recognizable by its distinctive blend of Roman and Arabic numerals. A unique historical design, rooted in the traditions of military watchmaking, it has become, over time, a true watchmaking signature.

The ACADÉMIE Veteran pays tribute to the watches that accompanied soldiers in the field throughout the 20th century. Its dial draws on the design codes of those instruments, which were designed to ensure quick and efficient readability, while preserving the timeless elegance characteristic of the ACADÉMIE collection.

The two new ACADÉMIE 37 models are powered with the RTA003 automatic mechanical movement, offering up to 40 hours of power reserve. They combine the hallmarks of classic watchmaking with the technical expertise that define RALF TECH.

Their 37mm polished 316L stainless steel cases feature the timeless proportions of traditional watches, accentuated by clean, refined lines. They retain the anti-reflective “Glass Box” sapphire crystal, an iconic signature of the collection.

Beneath their classic appearance, the ACADÉMIE 37 models remain true to RALF TECH’s roots in scuba diving. Their screw-down crown ensures water resistance up to 100 meters, making these models as elegant as they are functional.

Each version asserts its personality right down to the choice of its strap: black grained calfskin for the ACADÉMIE California and beige bull calfskin for the ACADÉMIE Veteran. Both are made in France and hand-stitched, reflecting a high standard of traditional craftsmanship.

Two new ACADÉMIE models. Two identities. One shared heritage. Two interpretations of watchmaking that blend character, functionality, and modernity—faithful to RALF TECH’s history and resolutely focused on the future.