50 ATMOS Scuba - Ltd Ed 200pcs

It’s no secret that Squale definitely knows their dive watches, that’s what they do best, without question. As a prestigious casemaker in the late 60s for well-regarded brands like Tag Heuer, Doxa, and of course, the legendary dive watch manufacturer Blancpain (most notably, the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms), Squale holds a rich and illustrious history when it comes to vintage dive watch designs. Following the success of previous limited edition Squale models, Squale released another exciting new limited model based on the iconic vintage design that sets itself apart from the crowd with a unique ‘diver-down’ sign on the dial, a prominent logo commonly associated with Scuba diving.

Dive watches have a faithful and extensive following as a manufacturer for dependable tool watches, as well as being a design icon. Throughout the years, Squale has been producing dive watches that excels in both of these aspects. Many of modern day dive watches hark back to distinctive vintage designs. Being a brand that holds incredible heritage in producing dive watches, Squale has stayed true to its roots, retaining many of their vintage designs in their suite of historically inspired divers.

Squale 50 ATMOS Scuba - Ltd Ed 200pcs

Aesthetically speaking, the watch draws strong inspiration from one a rare variant of the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms during the mid-1970s - the Blancpain Bundeswehr Kampfschwimmer, a German Military-issued mil-spec diver. As a manufacturer of cases for Blancpain back in the day, the Squale 50 ATMOS Scuba - Gnomon Exclusive utilizes the famous “von Büren” case in fully-polished stainless steel. This highly-distinctive case, now closely associated with Squale, was popularly utilized in many historic dive watches over the decades as a timeless design from Charles von Büren himself. Measuring with a case diameter of 41mm (42mm including the bezel), a lug to lug distance of 48mm and a thickness of 12.5mm, the watch has a versatile fit for a wide range of wrist sizes while exerting a bold wrist presence of a diver.

The recessed screw-down crown at the 4 o’clock position is tucked under the cleverly designed case construction, well protected against accidental knocks that may harm the movement while flowing excellently with the case design. Being part of the 50 ATMOS family of dive watches, the 50 ATMOS Scuba - Gnomon Exclusive is equipped with a capable 500 meters of water resistance, achieved through Squale’s impeccable engineering and substantial rubber gaskets.

Original “Diver Down” insignia located at the bottom

The signature case design synonymous with Squale

The ‘sterile’ dial is kept minimal with a lack of the Squale logo usually accompanied with the Squale text alongside a no-date layout, focusing attention on all the pleasing details on the dial. At the 6 o’clock position showcases the main highlight of the 50 ATMOS Scuba - Gnomon Exclusive with a logo of the diver-down flag, or also known as the scuba flag (hence its name). Serving a purpose to notify boats to steer clear for the safety of divers underneath the water surface to avoid possible collision, this distinctive logo is an international code closely associated with North America to indicate sites with services for divers such as rental of diving equipment and scuba diving stations. Protecting the dial sits a flat piece of sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on the underside, providing superior resistance against scratches.

The 50 ATMOS Scuba - Gnomon Exclusive is driven by the Swiss-made 25 jewel ETA 2824-2 / Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement which runs at a 4 Hz beat rate of 28,800 beats per hour (BPH), featuring handwinding and hacking capabilities. This highly-popular movement is no stranger to the watch industry, being a true ‘workhorse’ offering outstanding reliability and timekeeping performance.

Super-LumiNova which gives off a bright green glow in the dark

The watch is complete with the supplied tropic top rubber strap, ensuring a secure fit on the wrist with its high tensile strength and durability, suitable for diving adventures. This strap is also designed specifically to resist saltwater corrosion and UV rays, providing confidence in the use underwater. Perforations on the strap ensures that the strap stays breathable, allowing the watch to be worn comfortably for prolonged periods.

Only available at Gnomon Watches, Squale delivered a masterpiece that combines their extensive knowledge of producing dive watches with a unique design that gives prominence to the diving world. Admittedly, the addition of the striking ‘diver-down’ logo adds a whole lot of vitality to the historic look, taking it up a notch with this peculiar detail. The 50 ATMOS collection has seen a whole range of stunning releases this year, however, the 50 ATMOS Scuba - Gnomon Exclusive is definitely one-of-a-kind that will assuredly evoke a strong spirit of marine adventure for both aspiring divers and fervent watch lovers.