When Tudor introduced the Black Bay Ceramic in 2021, it marked a major milestone for the brand. It was the first Tudor to achieve METAS Master Chronometer certification, bringing a new level of technical credibility to the Black Bay collection while introducing a stealth-inspired all-black ceramic aesthetic.
Now, Tudor has refined that concept further with the latest Black Bay Ceramic, a watch that retains its high-performance credentials while introducing one of the most significant design upgrades yet: a full ceramic bracelet.
The result is a watch that feels more cohesive, more technical, and more purpose-built than ever before.
Ceramic Beyond the Case
The Black Bay Ceramic is housed in a 41mm matte black ceramic case that combines contemporary styling with exceptional durability. Ceramic remains one of the most desirable materials in modern sports watchmaking due to its resistance to scratches and its ability to retain its appearance over years of wear.
The case measures 13.6mm thick and is fitted with a domed sapphire crystal. Tudor pairs the ceramic middle case with a black PVD-treated steel screw-down crown and a black PVD-treated steel unidirectional rotating bezel fitted with a black ceramic insert.
Water resistance remains rated to 200 metres, preserving the robust dive-watch capability that defines the Black Bay collection.
The Full Ceramic Bracelet
The defining feature of this latest Black Bay Ceramic is its full ceramic bracelet.
While ceramic cases have become increasingly common across the industry, ceramic bracelets remain considerably more difficult to engineer due to their complexity and manufacturing tolerances. Tudor’s execution creates a seamless extension of the matte black case, giving the watch a striking monochromatic appearance.
A particularly impressive detail is the bracelet’s concealed side-profile construction, which creates a cleaner visual flow across the links while maintaining practical serviceability through screw-fixed components.
The bracelet is secured by a clasp incorporating steel blades, combining durability with long-term structural integrity.
A Charcoal Dial with Subtle Depth
Despite its stealth-focused appearance, the dial offers more nuance than first impressions suggest.
The domed dial features a charcoal sunray finish that interacts dynamically with light, adding depth and texture to the otherwise monochromatic design. Applied hour markers and Tudor’s signature Snowflake hands are filled with Grade A Swiss Super-LumiNova, ensuring strong low-light legibility.
The Snowflake handset remains one of the most recognisable design signatures within Tudor’s modern catalogue, directly linking the watch to the brand’s historic dive-watch heritage.
The overall execution balances functionality with restraint, avoiding unnecessary colour while maintaining excellent readability.
Master Chronometer Certified Performance
Powering the Black Bay Ceramic is the Manufacture Calibre MT5602-U, an automatic movement developed to meet some of the industry’s most demanding performance standards.
The movement is certified as a Master Chronometer by METAS, an independent certification that evaluates the fully assembled watch under real-world operating conditions. Testing covers precision, water resistance, power reserve and resistance to magnetic fields.
Key specifications include:
METAS Master Chronometer certification
Resistance to magnetic fields up to 15,000 gauss
Approximately 70-hour power reserve
COSC-certified chronometer performance
Silicon balance spring
Variable-inertia balance wheel secured beneath a traversing bridge
Bidirectional automatic winding system
This combination of precision, durability and anti-magnetic performance places the Black Bay Ceramic among the most technically capable watches in its category.
Modern Materials, Traditional Tool-Watch DNA
The Black Bay Ceramic succeeds because it does more than simply apply ceramic to an existing design.
The addition of a full ceramic bracelet transforms the watch’s character, creating a more complete and cohesive interpretation of Tudor’s modern tool-watch philosophy. Combined with Master Chronometer certification, strong anti-magnetic protection and the proven MT5602-U movement, the watch delivers substance alongside its distinctive appearance.
In a market increasingly crowded with ceramic sports watches, the Black Bay Ceramic stands out by offering advanced materials, certified performance and thoughtful engineering within a package that remains true to Tudor’s practical watchmaking ethos.
Technical Specifications
Model: Tudor Black Bay Ceramic Reference: M7941A1ACNU-0001
Case Diameter: 41mm
Case Thickness: 13.6mm
Case Material: Matte black ceramic
Bezel: Black PVD-treated steel unidirectional bezel with black ceramic insert
Crystal: Domed sapphire crystal
Dial: Charcoal sunray-brushed dial
Hands: Tudor Snowflake hands with Grade A Swiss Super-LumiNova
Favre Leuba introduces two new interpretations of the Deep Raider Renaissance series, spotlighting distinctive natural materials: the Deep Raider Renaissance Meteorite and the
Deep Raider Renaissance Malachite.
These editions mark the first time in the brand’s 288-year history that stone dials have been
used, bringing meteorite and malachite into the collection as expressive and technically
demanding elements. While both models draw aesthetic inspiration from the 1964 Deep
Blue, the Renaissance collection embraces the modern design language established in
2024. Together, these uncommon materials bring visual complexity and material storytelling
into one of the maison’s hallmark collections.
Stainless steel Deep Raider Renaissance timepiece dial
Super-LumiNova indices on meteorite dial
Deep Raider Renaissance Meteorite: A Dial Formed Beyond Earth
The meteorite version brings a new material into Favre Leuba’s history: Muonionalusta iron
meteorite from northern Sweden. Composed of iron and nickel, with kamacite and taenite, it
displays the distinctive Widmanstätten pattern formed over millions of years and revealed
through precise slicing and acid treatment.
Preparing a meteorite for watchmaking is delicate work. Each sample is assessed for
stability before being cut into thin sections, as its high iron content can make it brittle.
Craftsmen carefully finish each plate to preserve its extraterrestrial texture while ensuring
durability. Adding to its complexity, the watch features a two-part sandwich dial. A perforated
top layer sits above a base plate coated in Super-Luminova, allowing light to pour through
the cut-out indexes and creating bright, highly legible hour markers.
Each Deep Raider Renaissance Meteorite timepiece comes with a certificate of authenticity
to ensure that the meteorite used in the timepiece is ethically sourced. No two dials look
alike.
Stainless steel Deep Raider Renaissance timepiece dial
Green malachite dial close-up texture
Deep Raider Renaissance Malachite: Natural Patterns With Technical Discipline
The malachite edition highlights the brand’s focus on specialty materials and careful
finishing. The dial is crafted from genuine malachite, a semi-precious mineral known for its
vivid green tones and flowing, concentric patterns. Because every slice of this mineral forms
in irregular layers, each dial carries a one-of-a-kind visual identity. Working with malachite
requires careful handling due to its softness and natural veins.
Favre Leuba selects only stable, visually appealing sections of stone before passing them to
artisans who cut the material into thin plates, reinforce it where necessary, and polish it at
low temperatures to maintain its structural integrity. No two dials look alike.
Engineering The Icon: Craft, Performance & Precision
Both editions share the technical framework of the Deep Raider Renaissance. They adopt a
40 mm stainless-steel case with 300-meter water resistance, a ceramic unidirectional-
rotating bezel, and a sapphire crystal. Inside, the automatic FLD02 movement delivers a 68-
hour power reserve and can be viewed through a transparent caseback. Decorative
elements such as Côtes de Genève finishing, blued screws, and a skeletonized 4N-toned
rotor engraved with the Favre Leuba emblem underscore the attention given to mechanical
design.
With the Malachite and Meteorite models, Favre Leuba continues developing a longstanding
design lineage while exploring dial materials that connect terrestrial geological formations
and cosmic origins.
Deep Raider Renaissance Malachite: Technical Specifications
Case: Stainless steel with a unidirectional rotating ceramic bezel with lume dot insert at 12
o’clock, water-resistant to 30 ATM, double-domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective
coating, sapphire crystal caseback, and screw-in crown with embossed monogram.
Diameter: 40mm
Thickness: 12.69mm
Movement: FLD02, self-winding with a 68-hour power reserve, 28,800 vph (4 Hz) frequency,
24 jewels, Côtes de Genéve, blued screws, perlage, Soleillè, Diamanté and Cerclé
Functions: Unidirectional Diving Bezel, date window
Dial: Each dial is carved from genuine malachite, a semi-precious mineral known for its vivid
green tones and flowing, concentric patterns. No two dials look alike.
Strap/Bracelet: Available in both integrated three-link steel bracelet with brushed and
polished finishes secured with a butterfly clasp with engraved logo and a FKM Rubber strap
secured with a pin buckle with logo
Price: Rs 2,99,000 (Bracelet)
Rs 2,89,000 (Strap)
Deep Raider Renaissance Meteorite: Technical Specifications
Case: Stainless steel with a unidirectional rotating ceramic bezel with lume dot insert at 12
o’clock, water-resistant to 30 ATM, double-domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective
coating, sapphire crystal caseback, and screw-in crown with embossed monogram.
Diameter: 40mm
Thickness: 12.69mm
Movement: FLD02, self-winding with a 68-hour power reserve, 28,800 vph (4 Hz) frequency,
24 jewels, Côtes de Genéve, blued screws, perlage, Soleillè, Diamanté and Cerclé
Functions: Unidirectional Diving Bezel, date window
Dial: Made of Iron meteorites, composed mainly of iron and nickel, containing the metallic
phases kamacite and taenite. The fragment used in this watch originates from Sweden and
reveals its crystalline pattern through precise slicing, lapping and acid treatment. Features a
two-part sandwich dial. It consists of a top layer, with perforated indexes, positioned over a
base layer coated with Super-Luminova, resulting in bright, luminous hour markers. No two
dials look alike.
Strap/Bracelet: Available in both integrated three-link steel bracelet with brushed and
polished finishes secured with a butterfly clasp with engraved logo and a FKM Rubber strap
secured with a pin buckle with logo
Price: Rs 3,49,000 (Bracelet)
Rs 3,39,000 (Strap)
Both the Deep Raider Renaissance Malachite and Meteorite will be available exclusively at Ethos in India from early December.
The Fifty Fathoms Tech 45 mm debuts in the permanent collection, with a new interchangeable strap system, expanding its technical repertoire with bold rubber options in classic black, white or vivid orange. These vibrant colors inject a fresh, lifestyle-driven twist into the iconic diver’s instrument, while preserving all its exceptional tool-watch features.
Blancpain’s enduring connection to the Ocean and pioneering spirit runs deep. While firmly rooted in the Maison’s professional diving heritage and unmatched legacy in professional diving timepieces, the new Fifty Fathoms Tech emerges as a thoroughly modern expression of Blancpain’s most famous collection, blending technicity with a new, unexpected dose of style.
Originally conceived as a serious tool watch and diving instrument, the Fifty Fathoms has long been the choice of professional divers, explorers, and underwater photographers. The Tech variant, housed in Grade 23 brushed titanium, embodies that legacy with a bold 45 mm case diameter, a helium escape valve, and a unidirectional 120-click ceramic bezel optimized for use with gloved hands. Its absolute black dial absorbs up to 97% of light – an impressive feat ensuring maximum legibility in murky depths or low-light conditions, while creating a striking contrast with the luminescent block-shaped appliques.
Yet Blancpain’s latest chapter writes a new narrative: the tool watch is going lifestyle. In a significant update for 2025, the Fifty Fathoms Tech introduces a fully interchangeable strap system, empowering wearers to switch styles in seconds, no tools required. Additionally, Blancpain offers straps in multiple lengths, a crucial detail for divers who may wear the watch over a wetsuit, while also making it perfect for everyday wear on a bare wrist.
Color, too, is making waves. Beyond classic black rubber, Blancpain is releasing two new summer-ready hues: a crisp white and a vibrant orange. The latter isn’t just an aesthetic flourish; it matches the Tech’s orange central seconds hand and TECH inscription on the dial, proving that even the most serious diving instruments can embrace personality and fun.
Of course, the Fifty Fathoms Tech retains its mechanical credentials. Powering the watch is the automatic calibre 1315A, a 4 Hz movement widely respected among collectors for its robust 120-hour power reserve, precision timekeeping, and beautifully finished architecture. The sapphire case-back offers a view of the movement’s decorations, underscoring Blancpain’s dedication to Haute Horlogerie even in the Maison’s most utilitarian creations.
In short, the Fifty Fathoms Tech bridges worlds: as capable in the abyss as it is on dry land. It’s a pure diver’s tool, reborn as a polyvalent companion for any occasion – from exploring coral reefs to strolling through a summer cityscape or making a statement far above sea level.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Fifty Fathoms Tech
Ref. 5029 12B30 94A
Movement: Blancpain Manufacture calibre 1315A Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, date, helium escape valve Winding: Automatic
Power Reserve: 120 hours (5 days) Dimensions: 33.40 x 5.65 mm
Frequency: 4 Hz (28,800 vph) Jewels: 35 Number of components: 227
Case: Grade 23 titanium Crystal and Case Back: Sapphire crystal Water Resistance: 30 bar (300 meters) Diameter: 45.00 mm Thickness: 14.10 mm Lug: Central lugs with interchangeable strap system
Dial: Absolute black Hands: With Super-LumiNova®, orange second hand
Indexes: Luminescent block-shaped appliques
Straps: Integrated rubber straps with pin buckle Tool-free interchangeable strap system Two straps included
Colour options: black, white, and orange Different size options
A watch might display the time, but this watch makes time melt away. Pack your bags, because we’re going somewhere idyllic.
Wearing a TUDOR has the power to mentally transport you somewhere—and with the Black Bay 54 “Lagoon Blue”, that somewhere is warm, the sun is shining, and waves of azure water are gently lapping against shell-dotted white sand beach. A watch can do more than tell time, it can shift your mindset. With a perfectly proportioned 37mm case and a “Lagoon Blue” dial plucked straight from paradise, this is the ideal complement to seasons full of sunsets, sand, and slowing down.
But it’s not only the case size that casts a spell on those who wear the newest Black Bay 54 iteration. It’s also in the magical combination of the sand-textured dial and mirror-polished bezel, not to mention the five-link bracelet that wraps perfectly around your wrist and feels like laying down in a well-worn hammock laced up between two palm trees right where the water meets the sand.
This is the watch that perfectly captures those dreamy vibes of summertime—forever.
KEY POINTS
A sand-textured “Lagoon Blue” dial that’s reminiscent of the sea, sun, and the slow life.
A mirror-polished bezel that reflects your sun-soaked surroundings, like big blue skies and endless horizons.
“Snowflake” hands, a hallmark of TUDOR divers’ watches introduced in 1969, with Grade A Swiss Super-LumiNova® luminescent material.
Manufacture Calibre MT5400, COSC-certified with a silicon balance spring, 70-hour power reserve.
A five-link bracelet with polished centre links, like glittering light on water all the way to the horizon.
Five-year transferable guarantee, with no registration or periodic maintenance checks required
DIVING INTO THE PAST
The Black Bay line was conceived with the past in mind. Honouring the important designs that laid the foundation of TUDOR’s unique aesthetic is of the highest importance. While the Black Bay line has always incorporated signature elements of past TUDOR dive watches, the Black Bay 54 is perhaps the most true-to-form Black Bay to have been created thus far. The Oyster Prince Submariner reference 7922 is a formidable candidate to draw inspiration from, as it was known to have been evaluated and consequently adopted by the French and US Navies and widely used by diving professionals. The earliest iterations of the 7922 used a “small crown” and eschewed the later emblematic red triangle at 12 o’clock for a cleaner, more uniform aesthetic. The Black Bay 54 follows this tradition. In fact, the Black Bay 54 recalls a number of small design details that make a big difference. Take the hands for instance, in addition to proportional adjustments, they’re pinched at the base, the same way they appeared in 1954. The bezel edge has been redesigned as well, with a modernized take on the ergonomic pattern of the 7922. Of course, the Black Bay 54 still features thoroughly modern touches, like a subtle sand-textured dial and a “T-fit” clasp for the perfect fit. And of course, the cutting-edge Manufacture Calibre MT5400.
THE MANUFACTURE CALIBRE MT5400
The Manufacture Calibre MT5400, with which the Black Bay 54 is equipped, displays hour, minute and second functions. It has the finish typical of TUDOR Manufacture Calibres: Its rotor in tungsten monobloc is openwork and satin-brushed with sand-blasted details, and its bridges and mainplate have alternate sand-blasted, polished surfaces and laser decorations.
Its build is designed to ensure robustness and precision. To do this, the variable inertia balance wheel is maintained by a sturdy traversing bridge with a two-point anchoring. This system, together with its non-magnetic silicon hairspring, enables the Manufacture Calibre MT5400 to function within a tolerance range of 6 seconds (-2/+4) tested on a fully assembled watch.
Another notable feature is that the power reserve of the Manufacture Calibre MT5400 is “weekend-proof”; that is to say, it has a 70-hour power reserve, which enables the wearer to take the watch off on a Friday evening and put it back on again on Monday morning without having to wind it. Even if you need a weekend away, your watch does not.
5-LINK STEEL BRACELET
The Black Bay 54 is fitted with an entirely satin-brushed 5-link steel bracelet, complete with the TUDOR “T-fit” clasp equipped with a system for rapid length adjustment. Easy to use, requiring no tools and offering five positions, this practical system allows wearers to carry outa fine, instant adjustment of the total length of the bracelet along an adjustment window of 8mm. The clasp features ceramic ball bearings that ensure a smooth and secure closure in addition to adding a pleasing tactile element to the action of the clasp.
THE ESSENCE OF BLACK BAY
The Black Bay line features dials inspired by the TUDOR divers’ watches produced during the 1950s. It borrows the characteristic angular hands known to collectors as “Snowflake” from models that appeared in the brand’s 1969 catalogue. Its unprotected crown and the characteristics of its case are reminiscent of the first generations of TUDOR divers’ watches.
The Black Bay line is the result of the subtle blend of traditional aesthetics and contemporary watchmaking. Far from simply being an identical re-release of a classic, it brings together over seventy years of TUDOR dive watches, whilst at the same time being resolutely anchored in the present. It is neo-vintage in conception, yet its manufacturing techniques, reliability, robustness and the quality of its finish are consistent with today’s more rigorous requirements.
THE TUDOR MANUFACTURE
Every TUDOR watch is assembled and fully tested to TUDOR’s superior standards at the new TUDOR Manufacture located in Le Locle, Switzerland. This new state-of-the-art facility, bringing together the know-how of watchmakers with the best in production management and automated testing systems, was completed in 2021 after three years of construction. All decked out in TUDOR red, the Manufacture spans over four levels totalling 5,500 square meters and is physically and visually connected to the neighbouring Kenissi Manufacture, the TUDOR movement production facility founded in 2016. With Kenissi and a network of TUDOR-owned affiliates, the brand has been able to integrate the development and production of high-performance mechanical calibres. As a consequence, TUDOR now fully masters the manufacturing of strategic components and can guarantee their quality.
THE TUDOR GUARANTEE
Since its creation by Hans Wilsdorf in 1926, and in line with his vision of an ideal watchmaking product, TUDOR has never stopped producing the most robust, durable, reliable and precise watches in existence today. Bolstered by this experience, and confident in the knowledge of the superior quality of its watches, TUDOR offers a five-year guarantee on all its products. This guarantee does not require the watch to be registered or any periodic maintenance checks to be performed and is transferable should the watch change ownership during coverage. TUDOR also recommends that its watches should be serviced approximately every 10 years depending on the model and the extent of its use on a day-to-day basis.
REFERENCE 79000
CASE
37mm stainless steel case with polished and satin finish
BEZEL
60-minute unidirectional bezel in stainless steel with mirror-polished steel insert devoid of minute graduations
WINDING CROWN
Stainless steel screw-down crown with the TUDOR rose in relief
DIAL
Lagoon Blue, domed and textured
CRYSTAL
Domed sapphire crystal
WATERPROOFNESS
Waterproof to 200m (660 ft)
BRACELET
Five-link stainless steel bracelet with polished and satin finish, with TUDOR “T-fit” clasp
MOVEMENT
Manufacture Calibre MT5400 (COSC)
Self-winding mechanical movement with bidirectional rotor system
PRECISION
Swiss Chronometer officially certified by the COSC (Official Swiss Chronometer Testing Institute)
FUNCTIONS
Hours, minutes and seconds hands at the centre
Stop-seconds for precise time setting
Breitling’s stylish sea watch gets a sun-soaked refresh – Its first since 2017 – with refined new proportions, ocean-ready elegance, and a salute to Hawaiian surf culture.
The Superocean Heritage is back – sharper, sleeker, and ready for a season of sun and surf. Breitling’s most elegant sea watch has been refined in all the right ways, balancing vintage style with breezy modern sophistication. Every detail has been fine-tuned, from the size assortment to the addition of the new B31 manufacture movement. With this refreshed design, Breitling is also rolling out a limited edition co-designed by surfing G.O.A.T. Kelly Slater and a sunglasses collaboration with Cutler and Gross, all of it made to move effortlessly between the waves and the waterfront.
The Superocean Heritage is no ordinary sea watch – it never was. When Breitling first launched it in 1957, it took a different tack from other dive watches of the era. The Ref. 1004 (a sleek time-only piece) and Ref. 807 (the world’s first dedicated dive chronograph) weren’t just about exploring the underwater world – they were about looking good doing it. The spear-and-arrow hands, anodized rotating bezel, and naturally sleek proportions made it a favourite of stylish adventurers who lived for the sea and the scene. Today, that philosophy is still at the core of the Superocean Heritage. It has the soul of the 1950s, but it’s designed for today.
Breitling CEO Georges Kern sums it up: “The Superocean Heritage is our most elegant sea watch, and this update is all about refinement. Every detail has been perfected – but the spirit stays the same. It’s about style at sea.” This refresh takes everything that made the Superocean Heritage distinctive and makes it even sharper. The collection includes a 42 mm chronograph, powered by the Breitling Manufacture Caliber 01, the brand’s industry-leading timekeeping movement. The automatic models, in 44 mm, 42 mm, and 40 mm introduce the B31 movement, Breitling’s first exclusive three-hand manufacture caliber, newly launched in March. A further 36 mm houses the Caliber 10 automatic movement.
The collection’s color palette has been streamlined to a core of black, blue, and green, paired with a matching ceramic-inlayed bezel for next-level scratch resistance that will keep the watch looking new long into the future. Thinner, more integrated mesh-metal and mesh-rubber bracelets ensure a watertight fit against the case, complete with folding clasps for a seamless finish.
Other refinements enhance symmetry and proportion. Tone-on-tone subdials and a subtle date aperture at six o’clock create a balanced composition, while distinct hands – an arrow for hours, a spear for minutes – and pointed indexes maintain the at-a-glance readability that made the mid-century original essential for divers.
Select models introduce responsibly sourced 18k red-gold to the outer bezels, adding luster while preserving the collection’s sleek aesthetic. The versatile lineup also includes new 36 and 40 mm sizes, designed for those who prefer a trimmer diameter suited to a wide variety of wrists. The launch campaign brings the spirit of the new Superocean Heritage to life in full color – drawing on the sights, sounds, and surf culture of Hawaii. With its modern-retro flair, it channels the lush foliage, saturated tones, and sunlit energy that define the Aloha State.
For Kelly Slater, Hawaii used to be the dream. Now it’s home. With 11 world titles, 56 event wins, and three decades spent redefining the sport, Kelly Slater has gone beyond being a champion – he’s a force of nature. As he steps away from professional competition, Breitling is celebrating his extraordinary career with the Superocean Heritage B31 Automatic 40 Kelly Slater, a limited- edition watch infused with the Hawaiian surf culture that shaped him.
“From as early as I can remember, I dreamt of travelling to and living in Hawaii,”says Slater.“It was this far-off land of amazing waves, perfect weather, and the ultimate surfing lifestyle. After living here, I realized it’s much bigger than that. The people, the community, the nature, all so intertwined. The respect Hawaiians have for their land, people, and culture runs deep. It makes Hawaii even more special than what I dreamt of when I was a kid. And now I call it home.”
The dial features a foliage pattern, inspired by the light and shadows of a tropical canopy. The caseback is open, revealing the B31 movement, and its outer ring is engraved with “One of 500” and “Kelly Slater Limited Edition.” Available on a blue rubber mesh strap or stainless-steel mesh bracelet, the watch comes in a special presentation box, featuring the same Hawaiian floral motif, and includes a personal note from Slater himself. “Breitling has been with me for years,”says Slater.“This watch reflects everything I love – the ocean, nature, and the easygoing style I’ve always connected with.”
No summer look is complete without the perfect sunglasses, and Breitling has teamed up with Cutler and Gross, the independent British eyewear authority, to create a sunglass collection dedicated to the Superocean Heritage. The exclusive capsule – Breitling Eyewear by Cutler and Gross – incorporates the most striking features of the timepieces into their design.
The luminous lacquer-filled temple tips mirror the watch’s arrow hour hand, while the Milanese- engraved core wire and rivets echo the mesh bracelet. Breitling’s signature “Script B” appears on the hinge, with lenses in smoky shades of grey, blue, grey-pink, and green. Wearers can choose among four handcrafted styles, including clean-lined metal frames, sculpted eco-conscious cellulose acetate, and a sophisticated combination of both. Each model is also available in an edition featuring high-performance ZEISS LightPro® Technology and 18k red-gold-plated metalwork – a play on the red-gold hardware found on select models in the new Superocean Heritage assortment. The four styles are limited to an exclusive production of 500 frames each.
“This collaboration is about blending heritage with modern craftsmanship,” says Cutler and Gross CEO Jack Dooley.“The result is a collection that feels timeless and fresh at the same time.”Breitling CEO Georges Kern adds,“The Superocean Heritage now has the ideal companion – sleek Cutler and Gross sunglasses to match.”
WATCH MOVEMENT
Caliber: Breitling Manufacture Caliber 01
Diameter: 30 millimeters
Thickness: 7.2 millimeters
Winder: self-winding mechanical, bidirectional with ball bearing
Power reserve: approximately 70 hours
Number of components: 312
Balance frequency: 28,800 a/h or 4 hertz
Chronograph: column-wheel, vertical clutch, ¼-second, 30-minute
Display: hour, minute, second, date
Certification: COSC-certified
CASE
Material: stainless steel or stainless steel & 18k red gold
Diameter: 42 millimeters
Thickness: 14.55 millimeters
Height (upper lug tip to lower lug tip): 49.56 millimeters
Water resistance: up to 20 bar (200 meters)
Glass: cambered sapphire, glareproofed on both sides
Caseback: steel, screwed in, sapphire crystal
Crown: steel or 18k red gold, screw-locked, two gaskets
Bezel: stainless steel or 18k red gold (made with traceable gold from Swiss Better Gold Association accredited mines), featuring a ceramic bezel insert that matches the dial color, unidirectional, ratcheted
DIAL/HANDS
Blue, green or black
Super-LumiNova® luminescent indexes and hands
STRAP
Blue, green or black rubber strap with folding buckle (22/ 18 mm) or Ocean Classic stainless-steel bracelet with butterfly clasp
WATCH MOVEMENT
Caliber: Breitling Manufacture Caliber B31
Diameter: 28.40 millimeters
Thickness: 4.80 millimeters
Winder: self-winding mechanical, bidirectional with ball bearing
Power reserve: approximately 78 hours
Number of components: 181
Balance frequency: 28,800 a/h or 4 hertz
Display: hour, minute, second and date window with quick setting
Certification: COSC-certified
CASE
Material: stainless steel or stainless steel & 18k red gold
Diameter: 44 millimeters
Thickness: 12.17 millimeters
Height (upper lug tip to lower lug tip): 52.44 millimeters
Water resistance: up to 20 bar (200 meters)
Glass: cambered sapphire, glareproofed on both sides
Caseback: steel, screwed in, sapphire crystal
Crown: steel or 18k red gold, screw-locked, two gaskets
Bezel: stainless steel or 18k red gold (made with traceable gold from Swiss Better Gold Association accredited mines), featuring a ceramic bezel insert that matches the dial color, unidirectional, ratcheted
DIAL/HANDS
Black, green or blue
Super-LumiNova® luminescent indexes and hands
STRAP
Black, green or blue rubber strap with folding buckle (22/ 18 mm) or Ocean Classic stainless-steel bracelet with butterfly clasp
WATCH MOVEMENT
Caliber: Breitling Manufacture Caliber B31
Diameter: 28.40 millimeters
Thickness: 4.80 millimeters
Winder: self-winding mechanical, bidirectional with ball bearing
Power reserve: approximately 78 hours
Number of components: 181
Balance frequency: 28,800 a/h or 4 hertz
Display: hour, minute, second and date window with quick setting
Certification: COSC-certified
CASE
Material: stainless steel or stainless steel & 18k red gold
Diameter: 42 millimeters
Thickness: 12.03 millimeters
Height (upper lug tip to lower lug tip): 49.55 millimeters
Water resistance: up to 20 bar (200 meters)
Glass: cambered sapphire, glareproofed on both sides
Caseback: steel, screwed in, sapphire crystal
Crown: steel or 18k red gold, screw-locked, two gaskets
Bezel: stainless steel or 18k red gold (made with traceable gold from Swiss Better Gold Association accredited mines), featuring a ceramic bezel insert that matches the dial color, unidirectional, ratcheted
DIAL/HANDS
Black, blue or green
Super-LumiNova® luminescent indexes and hands
STRAP
Black, blue or green rubber strap with folding buckle (22/ 18 mm) or Ocean Classic stainless-steel bracelet with butterfly clasp
WATCH MOVEMENT
Caliber: Breitling Manufacture Caliber B31
Diameter: 28.40 millimeters
Thickness: 4.80 millimeters
Winder: self-winding mechanical, bidirectional with ball bearing
Power reserve: approximately 78 hours
Number of components: 181
Balance frequency: 28,800 a/h or 4 hertz
Display: hour, minute, second and date window with quick setting
Certification: COSC-certified
CASE
Material: stainless steel
Diameter: 40 millimeters
Thickness: 11.73 millimeters
Height (upper lug tip to lower lug tip): 48.20 millimeters
Water resistance: up to 20 bar (200 meters)
Glass: cambered sapphire, glareproofed on both sides
Caseback: steel, screwed in, sapphire crystal
Crown: steel, screw-locked, two gaskets
Bezel: stainless steel, featuring a ceramic bezel insert that matches the dial color, unidirectional, ratcheted
DIAL/HANDS
Black or green
Super-LumiNova® luminescent indexes and hands
STRAP
Black or green rubber strap with folding buckle (20/ 18 mm) or Ocean Classic stainless-steel bracelet with butterfly clasp
SUPEROCEAN HERITAGE B31 AUTOMATIC 40 KELLY SLATER
Reference: AB31101A1C1S1 or AB31101A1C1A1
WATCH MOVEMENT
Caliber: Breitling Manufacture Caliber B31
Diameter: 28.40 millimeters
Thickness: 4.80 millimeters
Winder: self-winding mechanical, bidirectional with ball bearing
Power reserve: approximately 78 hours
Number of components: 181
Balance frequency: 28,800 a/h or 4 hertz
Display: hour, minute, second and date window with quick setting
Certification: COSC-certified
CASE
Material: stainless steel
Diameter: 40 millimeters
Thickness: 11.73 millimeters
Height (upper lug tip to lower lug tip): 48.20 millimeters
Water resistance: up to 20 bar (200 meters)
Glass: cambered sapphire, glareproofed on both sides
Caseback: steel, screwed in, sapphire crystal
Crown: steel, screw-locked, two gaskets
Bezel: stainless steel, featuring a ceramic bezel insert that matches the dial color, unidirectional, ratcheted
DIAL/HANDS
Blue with stamped “tropical foliage” pattern
Super-LumiNova® luminescent indexes and hands
STRAP
Blue rubber strap with folding buckle (20/ 18 mm) or Ocean Classic stainless-steel bracelet with butterfly clasp
SUPEROCEAN HERITAGE AUTOMATIC 36
Reference: A10390161C1S1, A10390161C1A1, A10390361L1S1, or A10390361L1A1
WATCH MOVEMENT
Caliber: Breitling Caliber 10
Diameter: 25.60 millimeters
Thickness: 3.60 millimeters
Winder: self-winding mechanical, bidirectional with ball bearing
Power reserve: approximately 42 hours
Balance frequency: 28,800 a/h or 4 hertz
Display: hour, minute, second, date
Certification: COSC-certified
CASE
Material: stainless steel
Diameter: 36 millimeters
Thickness: 10.42 millimeters
Height (upper lug tip to lower lug tip): 42.84 millimeters
Water resistance: up to 20 bar (200 meters)
Glass: cambered sapphire, glareproofed on both sides
Caseback: steel, screwed in
Crown: steel, screw-locked, two gaskets
Bezel: stainless steel, featuring a ceramic bezel insert that matches the dial color, unidirectional, ratcheted
DIAL/HANDS
Blue or green
Super-LumiNova® luminescent indexes and hands
STRAP
Blue or green rubber strap with folding buckle (18/ 16 mm) or Ocean Classic stainless-steel bracelet with butterfly clasp
Since 1969, the ZENITH DEFY collection has stood as a symbol of unwavering strength and precision. Nicknamed the “time safe” for its robust construction and ability to protect the movement like a vault, the DEFY quickly became a benchmark in durability. Among its most iconic iterations was the DEFY Diver A3648, known as the DEFY Plongeur, a true professional dive watch featuring a 600-meter water resistance and a rotating bezel. In 2024, ZENITH reaffirmed its commitment to extreme performance with the launch of the modern DEFY Extreme Diver and a faithful revival of the coveted A3648. Today, both models are reimagined in striking micro-blasted titanium “Shadow” editions, fusing vintage inspiration with bold, contemporary design. These stealthy new interpretations are built for modern adventurers and ready to descend into the abyss.
Engineered for the most demanding underwater exploration, the DEFY Extreme Diver and DEFY Revival Diver are crafted from lightweight yet exceptionally robust titanium. Their bold, angular DEFY cases are entirely micro-blasted to achieve a matte finish that accentuates their strong, architectural lines and gives them a distinct stealth aesthetic. While their dark tones and subdued textures evoke a sense of technical sophistication, vibrant yellow accents inject a burst of energy and high visibility, making these timepieces as functional as they are striking.
DEFY Extreme Diver: Designed for the Deep, Built for the Extreme
A modern descendant of ZENITH’s pioneering 1969 DEFY dive watches, the DEFY Extreme Diver is a contemporary instrument engineered for the most challenging underwater conditions. Housed in a 42.5mm micro-blasted titanium case, this rugged timepiece is as functional as it is striking. Sitting atop the fixed dodecagonal base is a unidirectional rotating bezel in black ceramic, fully filled with Super-LumiNova for optimal legibility. Precision operation is ensured, while the fluted bezel edge allows for easy handling, even with gloves.
Designed for saturation diving, the watch boasts a 600-meter water resistance and features a helium escape valve, alongside a screw-down crown flanked by protective guards. The star-patterned black dial is equipped with C1 Super-LumiNova markers and hands, punctuated by vivid yellow accents that ensure visibility in low-light conditions.
In a rare feat for a watch of such depth rating, ZENITH has integrated an exhibition case back that reveals the El Primero 3620 automatic movement, finished in a sleek modern black. This time-only calibre beats at a high frequency of 36,000 vibrations per hour and features a paramagnetic escapement with key components crafted from silicon. The bidirectional winding system provides a robust 60-hour power reserve.
Completing the DEFY Extreme Diver is a micro-blasted titanium three-link bracelet, as well as two interchangeable strap options. The first is a durable black rubber strap with a Cordura-effect texture and folding clasp. The second, is a black and yellow single-piece fabric strap secured with a pin buckle. Thanks to the integrated quick strap-change mechanism, switching between options is effortless and tool-free.
DEFY Revival Diver: Heritage Reborn in Titanium
A faithful recreation of the original DEFY A3648 diver’s watch from 1969, the DEFY Revival Diver brings vintage charm into the modern era with a dark, faceted 37mm micro-blasted titanium case. Staying true to the original DEFY design language, the signature fourteen-sided bezel is retained, now placed above a round unidirectional rotating bezel crafted in titanium and fitted with a yellow-tinted sapphire insert. For improved ergonomics, the screw-down crown is positioned at 4:30, just as it was on the original. Like its contemporary counterpart, the DEFY Revival Diver boasts a water resistance of 600 meters, or 1,969 feet, a subtle nod to the year the DEFY collection was born.
The bold black-and-yellow theme carries over to the dial, where a matte black surface is energized by yellow accents on the hands and minute track. The hands and hour markers are filled with white Super-LumiNova, ensuring clarity and visibility in the darkest depths.
Powering the DEFY Revival Diver is the automatic Elite 670 calibre, which displays the hours, minutes, seconds, and date. Remarkably, despite the 600-meter depth rating and compact size, the watch features an exhibition case back offering a clear view of the movement. The oscillating weight is adorned with Geneva stripes and skeletonized in the shape of the ZENITH star. Operating at a frequency of 4 Hz, the Elite 670 delivers a power reserve of 50 hours.
The watch is fitted with the iconic Gay Frères style bracelet, crafted in lightweight titanium with the same micro-blasted finish as the case. This enhances wearing comfort while the titanium folding clasp ensures a secure and refined fit.
The DEFY Extreme Diver and the DEFY Revival Diver are available at all ZENITH boutiques, online and in-store, as well as from authorized retailers worldwide.
Key points: Automatic El Primero 3 hands. Shadow signature (microblasted titanium). Black ceramic unidirectional rotating bezel filled with SuperLuminova. Date indication at 3 o’clock. Stop-second mechanism. Screwed-in crown. Helium valve. 600M Water resistance
Movement: El Primero 3620 automatic
Frequency: 36,000 VpH (5 Hz)
Power reserve: 60 hours
Functions: Hours and minutes in the centre. Central seconds hand. Date indication at 3 o’clock
Finishes: Star-shaped oscillating weight with satined finishings
Price: 11’900 CHF / 12’900 Euros / 12’300 USD
Material: Microblasted titanium
Water resistance: 60 ATM
Case: 42.5mm / Thickness : 15.5 mm / Lug to lug : 47.4 mm
Dial: Black & yellow matte with starry sky pattern
Hour markers: Rhodium-plated, faceted and coated with SuperLuminova SLN C1
Hands: Rhodium-plated, faceted and coated with SuperLuminova SLN C1
Bracelet & Buckle: Comes with 3 straps : Black “cordura effect” rubber with folding clasp. Microblasted titanium bracelet with folding clasp included. Black & yellow fabric strap with pin buckle included
