# Yema Superman Bronze LE-1948 YSUPSSZ39-ZMS Review by A.I. WatchMetrics

## Watch Summary
The Yema Superman Bronze LE-1948 YSUPSSZ39-ZMS is a sporty limited-edition dive watch blending vintage French heritage with modern rugged appeal, featuring a 39mm bronze case that develops a unique patina over time, a black sunray dial with strong Super-LumiNova indices and hands, a unidirectional bronze bezel with sapphire insert, and 300m water resistance, making it ideal for adventure-seeking enthusiasts and collectors who appreciate military-inspired tool watches powered by the reliable Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement with 38 hours of power reserve.

## Overall Watch Rating: 6.9/10.0

**Material Metric (9.1/10.0)** - The CuSn8 bronze case paired with a domed sapphire crystal featuring AR coating on both sides delivers exceptional durability and premium feel comparable to higher-end bronze divers like the Tudor Black Bay Bronze.

**Dials & Design Metric (8.7/10.0)** - Classic Superman layout with sunray dial, applied indices, and patina potential offers timeless dive aesthetics on par with Panerai bronze models but at a fraction of the cost.

**History & Innovation Metric (8.0/10.0)** - Deep roots in Yema's 1963 Superman compressor diver, famously worn by French combat divers, provide strong heritage value similar to early Blancpain Fifties.

**Versatility Metric (8.2/10.0)** - Balances dive capability with slim 11.6mm profile for casual and sporty wear, much like the Oris Aquis but with added bronze character.

**Rarity Metric (6.2/10.0)** - Limited to 1,948 pieces with a retail around $1,600, it edges above mass-produced divers like the Seiko Prospex but below true unicorns.

**Functions Metric (6.8/10.0)** - Solid core features including date, excellent lume, and 300m WR perform reliably like a mid-tier Omega Seamaster.

**Brand Metric (5.6/10.0)** - Yema's mid-tier status with growing enthusiast acclaim mirrors Citizen or Hamilton, punching above weight in heritage niches.

**Movement Metric (5.2/10.0)** - The Sellita SW200-1 is a workhorse ETA clone with good accuracy but lacks the finishing or in-house appeal of a ETA 2824 in a Tissot.

**Complications Metric (3.9/10.0)** - Simple date window at 3 o'clock is functional but basic compared to chronograph-laden divers from Longines.

## Total Performance Score (TPS): 4.5

## WM Collector Grade: B-

## Performance Insights: Excels in materials, design, and historical appeal for a compelling collector piece, though the standard movement holds it back slightly; offers solid value against an implied price of $1,300.

## TPS Interpretation: Balanced Value: This watch delivers strong heritage and build quality with fair performance relative to its accessible luxury positioning.

## Watch Data
[https://www.yema.com/pub/media/catalog/product/s/u/superman_bronze_le1948_1.jpg?quality=80&width=800] - Front; [https://www.yema.com/pub/media/catalog/product/b/a/back_superman_bronze_le1948_1.jpg?quality=80&width=800] - Back; [https://www.yema.com/pub/media/catalog/product/l/u/lume_superman_bronze_le1948.jpg?quality=80&width=800] - Lume; [Bronze Superman LE-1948] - Nickname; [Yema] - Brand; [Superman Bronze LE-1948 YSUPSSZ39-ZMS] - Model; [France] - Country; [https://www.yema.com/superman/3011-superman-bronze-le-1948.html] - Product Link; [N/A] - reviewLink; [Automatic] - Movement Type; [Sellita SW200-1] - Movement Name; [1] - # Secondary; [Limited edition bronze dive watch with 1948 pieces, celebrating Yema's Superman heritage from 1963, featuring patina-developing CuSn8 bronze case, 300m WR, and classic dive styling.] - watchDescription; [39] - caseWidth; [46.7] - lugToLugLength; [11.6] - thickness; [20] - lug; [300] - waterResist; [38] - powerReserve; [28800] - beatFrequency; [Super-LumiNova] - lume; [26] - jewels; [Bronze CuSn8] - caseMaterial; [Sapphire domed AR both sides] - watchGlass; [Unidirectional rotating bronze sapphire insert] - Bezel; [Solid screw-down] - caseback; [Screw-down signed] - Crown; [Brown calf leather quick-release] - Strap; [Round] - Shape; [Black sunray] - Dial; [Yes] - Seconds; [Yes] - Date; [No] - Calendar; [No] - Chiming; [No] - Chronograph; [No] - Compass; [No] - dateCompilation; [No] - DigitalDisplay; [No] - Dress; [No] - Field; [No] - GMT; [No] - Mechanical Alarm; [No] - Moonphase; [No] - Tourbillon; [No] - worldTimer; [No] - powerReserveIndicator; [Yes] - Diver; [No] - Pilot; [No] - racing; [No] - Skeleton; [No] - Vintage; [No] - StyleFormal; [Yes] - StyleCasual; [Yes] - StyleSports; [Yes] - StyleTravel; [Yes] - StyleAdventure; [Yes] - StyleCollector; [Yes] - StyleTool; [No] - StyleStatement; [No] - StyleVintage; [No] - StyleSmart; [No] - StyleCustom; [4.5] - TPS_new; [B-] - TPSgrade; [1300] - TPSimpliedPrice;

**A.I. WatchMetrics Review v37.4 Grok 4 Fast. December 19, 2025.**