Cover Girard-Perregaux Deep Diver is one of the best dive watches this year
Girard-Perregaux Deep Diver is one of the best dive watches this year
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Planning a beach getaway this season? Pack one of these dive watches.
Certified by the Swiss Horological Federation under the ISO 6425 standard for satisfying all the criteria for a dive watch, the Bell & Ross BR-03 Diver Lum Outline features indications coated with Super-Luminova—but only along the contours to recall a neon outline. Glowing green under dim conditions, the hands and indexes are filled with black varnish to make the luminscent stand out. The colour is striking against the matte black dial and 42mm black ceramic case. Powered an automatic movement with 54-hour power reserve, it is offered with black rubber or black synthetic fabric strap, both with matte black PVD-treated steel buckle.
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Above Bell & Ross BR-03 Diver Lum Outline
Bell & Ross BR-03 Diver Lum Outline
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REAL STEEL
Blancpain's flagship diver, the Fifty Fathoms, is now available in a 42mm stainless steel case, polished for an exceptional shine. It was previously available in titanium and red gold in this size. Essential diving characteristics include XXL luminescent indexes against a black, unidirectional black bezel with domed sapphire insert, and water resistance of up to 300m. The self-winding Calibre 1315 reprises the rotor design of the original Fifty Fathom from 1953 but in 18-karat red gold with NAC treatment. It comes with steel bracelet or Tropic rubber strap.
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Above Blancpain Fifty Fathoms in polished steel
Blancpain Fifty Fathoms in polished steel
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BLAST FROM THE PAST
Launched in 1969, the Girard-Perregaux Deep Diver stands out for its cushio-shaped case with 14-facet bezel. Its retro vibe has been recreated in the new Deep Diver, with a dial design reminiscent of the 1971 edition—complete with numeral typography similar to that found in the original. This time around, it immediately catches attention with its bright blue, orange and white colours. The watch features a bi-directional rotating inner bezel, adjustable via the crown at 2 o’clock.
The case has been updated in lightweight titanium, and is fitted with a quick release system that allows one to change straps with ease. It comes with a blue rubber strap, with an additional orange strap. The Deep Diver is part of the Legacy Editions, a collection launched in 2022 to revisit and update iconic models from the past. The first model to get this treatment was the digital Casquette.
Above Girard-Perregaux Deep Diver with blue and orange straps
Girard-Perregaux Deep Diver with blue and orange straps
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THE ABYSS
Another diver from 1969 gets a makeover—this time from Zenith. Defy A2648 was a professional dive watch with a 600m depth capability. This year, Zenith has faithfully recreated it but reimagined it as a titanium watch. The unidirectional bezel is also in titanium and fitted with a yellow-tinted sapphire insert. It is also remarkably resistant, able to go down to a depth of 600m. Powered by the automayic Elite 670 calibre with 50-hour power reserve, it is paired with a Gay Frères bracelet, also in titanium.
Above Zenith Defy Revival Diver is similar to a 1969 dive watch but this time in titanium
Zenith Defy Revival Diver is similar to a 1969 dive watch but this time in titanium
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UNDER PRESSURE
Longines has enriched its Legend Diver collection with a reference in lacquerd blue dial with matching blue rubber strap. Crafted in 39mm stainless steel case and boasting water-resistance up to 300m, it is powered by COSC-certified Calibre L888.6 with silicon balance spring.
Above Longines Legend Diver in stainless steel with blue lacquered dial
Longines Legend Diver in stainless steel with blue lacquered dial
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Brian Cheong leads the watch (Tatler GMT) and jewellery content at Tatler Malaysia, combining sharp editorial insight with years of luxury lifestyle experience. A seasoned journalist in luxury watches based in Kuala Lumpur, Brian had previously helmed World of Watches, Men's Folio and Prestige Malaysia.
