Aquatique

Designed to be both stylish and functional — drawing inspiration from the timeless designs of the past while incorporating modern technology and materials.

The design.

When designing the Aquatique, it was never about reinventing the wheel. My focus was on the fundamental qualities that make a diver’s watch great—durability, functionality, and timeless style. I drew inspiration from vintage dive watches, preserving their essence with a smaller case diameter and shorter lug-to-lug dimensions, typical of that era. The result is a perfectly balanced timepiece, with a 43.5mm lug-to-lug measurement and a 37.4mm case diameter, achieving what I believe to be the perfect size and fit.

The Aquatique is crafted to be more than just a diver's watch; it transitions seamlessly from deep-sea adventures to everyday wear and even formal occasions. Its slim profile, with an overall thickness of 12.20mm including the top hat sapphire crystal, ensures both elegance and practicality.

To further embody the vintage-inspired spirit, I incorporated a domed sapphire bezel, drawing inspiration from the iconic Blancpain Fifty Fathoms bakelite bezel. These design choices not only pay homage to classic dive watches but also ensure that the Aquatique remains a timeless and adaptable piece in any collection.

The dial.

When designing the dial for the Aquatique, my aim was to balance functionality with timeless style, drawing from classic principles of legibility and aesthetic simplicity. Each element was carefully chosen to ensure the watch is easy to read and looks elegant under any circumstances. By blending traditional watch design values with modern aesthetics, the dial respects the past while embracing the present.

Ultimately, the dial is crafted to be as practical in its readability as it is appealing in its design, serving equally well as a functional tool and a fashion statement.

This approach led to the creation of a black sunburst and matte dial, which plays beautifully with light to enhance visual depth and readability.

The dial features polished triangle markers, thoughtfully brushed on top to reduce glare, and filled with Super-LumiNova BGW9 for clear visibility in low light conditions. Additionally, painted numerals at 3, 6, 9, and 12 enhance the dial's classic appeal. 

The dial.

When designing the dial for the Aquatique, my aim was to balance functionality with timeless style, drawing from classic principles of legibility and aesthetic simplicity. Each element was carefully chosen to ensure the watch is easy to read and looks elegant under any circumstances. By blending traditional watch design values with modern aesthetics, the dial respects the past while embracing the present.

Ultimately, the dial is crafted to be as practical in its readability as it is appealing in its design, serving equally well as a functional tool and a fashion statement.

This approach led to the creation of a blue sunburst and matte dial, which plays beautifully with light to enhance visual depth and readability.

The dial features polished triangle markers, thoughtfully brushed on top to reduce glare, and filled with Super-LumiNova BGW9 for clear visibility in low light conditions. Additionally, painted numerals at 3, 6, 9, and 12 enhance the dial's classic appeal. 

The dial.

When designing the dial for the Aquatique, my aim was to balance functionality with timeless style, drawing from classic principles of legibility and aesthetic simplicity. Each element was carefully chosen to ensure the watch is easy to read and looks elegant under any circumstances. By blending traditional watch design values with modern aesthetics, the dial respects the past while embracing the present.

Ultimately, the dial is crafted to be as practical in its readability as it is appealing in its design, serving equally well as a functional tool and a fashion statement.

This approach led to the creation of a green sunburst dial, which plays beautifully with light to enhance visual depth and readability.

The dial features polished triangle markers, thoughtfully brushed on top to reduce glare, and filled with Super-LumiNova BGW9 for clear visibility in low light conditions. Additionally, painted numerals at 3, 6, 9, and 12 enhance the dial's classic appeal. 

The dial.

When designing the dial for the Aquatique, my aim was to balance functionality with timeless style, drawing from classic principles of legibility and aesthetic simplicity. Each element was carefully chosen to ensure the watch is easy to read and looks elegant under any circumstances. By blending traditional watch design values with modern aesthetics, the dial respects the past while embracing the present.

Ultimately, the dial is crafted to be as practical in its readability as it is appealing in its design, serving equally well as a functional tool and a fashion statement.

This approach led to the creation of a matte white dial, which plays beautifully with light to enhance visual depth and readability.

The dial features polished triangle markers, thoughtfully brushed on top to reduce glare, and filled with Super-LumiNova BGW9 for clear visibility in low light conditions. Additionally, painted numerals at 3, 6, 9, and 12 enhance the dial's classic appeal. 

The movement.

When selecting the movement for Aquatique, I had some certain criteria's in mind. My priority was to ensure high quality and reliability, known and respected not only by the general public but also by watchmakers. It was essential for me to choose a mechanical movement to meet these standards. By doing so, I aim to make servicing your watch hassle-free and allow you the freedom to select any watchmaker of your preference for maintenance.

Based on these criteria's I chose to equip Aquatique with the Miyota 9039 movement. The Miyota 9039 movement is a high-quality, reliable choice for watchmakers, known for its exceptional quality, reliability, and durability. With a balance wheel that oscillates at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour, it offers precise timekeeping and its durability ensures that your watch will stand the test of time, becoming a faithful companion in your everyday adventures.

The crystal.

In recreating the 1960s divers watch look, the selection of a top hat crystal is paramount. This crystal design is essential for achieving the characteristic 'wobble' vintage charm when viewed from the side. With its gracefully domed shape, it not only adds a touch of nostalgia but also reinforces the watch's resilience, guarding against cracks and breaks for enduring visual appeal.

The crystal.

In recreating the 1960s divers watch look, the selection of a top hat crystal is paramount. This crystal design is essential for achieving the characteristic 'wobble' vintage charm when viewed from the side. With its gracefully domed shape, it not only adds a touch of nostalgia but also reinforces the watch's resilience, guarding against cracks and breaks for enduring visual appeal.

The bezel.

The sapphire domed bezel is more than just a part of the watch; it symbolizes resilience, elegance, and a profound connection to the legacy of iconic dive watches. Each glance at your wrist immerses you in the beauty of Aquatique's design philosophy — a journey through time that combines the best of the past with the innovation of the present.

The bezel.

The sapphire domed bezel is more than just a part of the watch; it symbolizes resilience, elegance, and a profound connection to the legacy of iconic dive watches. Each glance at your wrist immerses you in the beauty of Aquatique's design philosophy — a journey through time that combines the best of the past with the innovation of the present.

The luminescence.

The Aquatique features Super-LumiNova® BGW9, ensuring effortless timekeeping even in low-light conditions. On the Abyss Black, Marine Blue, and Forest Green variants, the bezel indexes, inner rail, and applied markers are all coated with Super-LumiNova® BGW9, guaranteeing a long-lasting 'afterglow' throughout the watch's lifetime.

The luminescence.

The Aquatique features Super-LumiNova® BGW9, ensuring effortless timekeeping even in low-light conditions. On the Arctic White variant, only the bezel indexes and applied markers are coated with Super-LumiNova® BGW9, guaranteeing a long-lasting 'afterglow' throughout the watch's lifetime.

The bracelet.

When I set out to design the bracelet, I had a clear set of criteria in mind:

1. Stainless Steel Construction: The durability and classic look of stainless steel was a must.

2. Quick-Fly Adjustment: This feature was essential for comfort and the ability to adjust the fit over a wetsuit easily.

3. Solid Buckle with Push Lock: For convenience and secure fastening, a solid buckle with a push lock was necessary.

4. Slim Design: To complement the smaller dimensions of the watch, the bracelet had to have a slim profile.

5. Female End Links: These were crucial for a better fit and seamless integration with the watch case.


These criteria guided the creation of a five-link bracelet that is 20mm wide, tapering to 16mm, featuring a quick-fly adjustment, quick release spring bars, a fully brushed buckle with a push lock, and female end links. The result is a bracelet that balances functionality, comfort, and style, perfectly matching the watch's design.

The bracelet.

When I set out to design the bracelet, I had a clear set of criteria in mind:

1. Stainless Steel Construction: The durability and classic look of stainless steel was a must.

2. Quick-Fly Adjustment: This feature was essential for comfort and the ability to adjust the fit over a wetsuit easily.

3. Solid Buckle with Push Lock: For convenience and secure fastening, a solid buckle with a push lock was necessary.

4. Slim Design: To complement the smaller dimensions of the watch, the bracelet had to have a slim profile.

5. Female End Links: These were crucial for a better fit and seamless integration with the watch case.


These criteria guided the creation of a five-link bracelet that is 20mm wide, tapering to 16mm, featuring a quick-fly adjustment, quick release spring bars, a fully brushed buckle with a push lock, and female end links. The result is a bracelet that balances functionality, comfort, and style, perfectly matching the watch's design.

The bracelet.

When I set out to design the bracelet, I had a clear set of criteria in mind:

1. Stainless Steel Construction: The durability and classic look of stainless steel was a must.

2. Quick-Fly Adjustment: This feature was essential for comfort and the ability to adjust the fit over a wetsuit easily.

3. Solid Buckle with Push Lock: For convenience and secure fastening, a solid buckle with a push lock was necessary.

4. Slim Design: To complement the smaller dimensions of the watch, the bracelet had to have a slim profile.

5. Female End Links: These were crucial for a better fit and seamless integration with the watch case.


These criteria guided the creation of a five-link bracelet that is 20mm wide, tapering to 16mm, featuring a quick-fly adjustment, quick release spring bars, a fully brushed buckle with a push lock, and female end links. The result is a bracelet that balances functionality, comfort, and style, perfectly matching the watch's design.

The Specifications.

Case dimensions

Diameter: 37,4mm

Thickness: 12,20mm including crystal 

Lug-to-lug: 43,5mm

Lug width: 20mm

Material

316L Stainless Steel

Finish

Silver satin finish (polished chamfers).

Case back

Sapphire crystal case back.

Bezel

120-click unidirectional rotating bezel with ball-bearing mechanism, domed sapphire bezel insert and Super-LumiNova BGW9 markers.

Dial

Sunray dial with applied markers filled with Super-LumiNova BGW9.

Hands

Polished hands filled with Super-LumiNova BGW9.

Crown

Screw-in crown embossed Hult Watch Company marque.

Crytal

Top hat sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating.

Bracelet

Five-link bracelet made out of 316L stainless steel, including quick-fly micro adjustment and quick release spring bars.