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These vintage dive watches are built for adventure, are the perfect summer watch for a day at the beach or a night out.
Offered here is a standout vintage watch from Bulova’s golden era of dive design: the 1969 Bulova Oceanographer Snorkel, rated to the now-iconic 666 feet depth. This model, often nicknamed the “Devil Diver,” combines bold functionality with colorful character, most notably its original red-and-black acrylic decompression bezel and vivid blue dial. The chunky indices, crosshair detail, and bold hands deliver vintage charm and superb legibility.
This particular example has survived in lovely condition, retaining its original crystal, sword hands, and lume plots with attractive aging. A perfect piece for collectors of mid-century tool watches and fans of vintage dive heritage.
Key Features
• Brand: Bulova
• Model: Oceanographer Snorkel
• Year: 1969
• Movement: Automatic
• Case Diameter: 39mm (excluding crown)
• Case Material: Stainless steel
• Bezel: Bi-color aluminum decompression bezel (red/black)
• Dial: Deep blue with crosshair and applied indices
• Water Resistance: 666 feet (not guaranteed)
• Strap: Tropic-style rubber strap
• Features: Date window with red numeral, luminous hands and indices
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with honest wear and patina
Why Collectors Love It
Few vintage watches bring this level of personality. The “666 Feet” depth rating, the playful two-tone bezel, and the clear Oceanographer branding all contribute to the cult status of the Devil Diver. This Bulova is a classic among dive watch enthusiasts and a compelling entry into serious vintage collecting, without the price tag of Swiss competitors. And unlike many tool watches from the period, this one has both style and swagger in spades.
For sale is a highly collectible and historically significant Vintage Tissot PR-516 Automatic Diver, a quintessential 1970s sports watch presented on its original, coveted Tissot Gay Frères (GF) Bracelet. This remarkable package not only boasts an iconic 1970s aesthetic but also carries a verifiable, fascinating link to the James Bond franchise, worn by Sir Roger Moore in his 007 debut, Live and Let Die (1973).
This PR-516 perfectly encapsulates the adventurous, cushion-cased aesthetic of the early 1970s Vintage Diver era. The robust, brushed stainless steel tonneau case is unpolished and topped by a black Bakelite dive bezel, highly desirable among collectors. The deep teal-blue dial, a vibrant, funky color palette characteristic of the period, features luminous baton markers and the distinctive, high-visibility orange seconds hand. The "PR-516" designation speaks to the watch's commitment to precision and durability. Crucially, the watch is fitted with its original Tissot-signed Gay Frères bracelet, a major value-add for collectors. The quality and rarity of these vintage GF bracelets often means they sell for a premium on their own. This fine piece is powered by a dependable in-house Tissot automatic mechanical movement.
Key Features:
Brand: Tissot
Model: PR-516 Automatic Diver
Era: Early 1970s (Circa 1973)
Case Size: 36mm
Case Style: Unpolished Brushed Stainless Steel Tonneau/Cushion Case
Bezel: Black Dive Bakelite Bezel
Dial: Deep Teal/Blue Dial with Luminous Baton Markers
Hands: Baton hands with a highly contrasting Orange Seconds Hand
Movement: In-House Tissot Automatic Mechanical Caliber
Bracelet: Original Tissot Gay Frères (GF) Bracelet (Highly Sought After)
Provenance: Worn by Sir Roger Moore as James Bond in Live and Let Die (1973)
Why Collectors Love It (The Gay Frères and Bond Connection):
The Tissot PR-516 represents a truly unique and appealing niche in Vintage James Bond Watches. It received significant screen time on Roger Moore's wrist, carrying a compelling story of being Moore's personal watch rather than a prop, a layer of authentic provenance that resonates with enthusiasts. The bracelet, however, is the secret weapon for serious collectors. Gay Frères was the premier Swiss bracelet manufacturer, known for creating the famous Rolex Oyster and many Patek Philippe bracelets. The presence of the original Tissot GF bracelet, which are rare and command high values on the secondary market, elevates this piece beyond a standard PR-516. This is an exceptional and unique opportunity to own a Swiss mechanical timepiece that combines sought-after 1970s Vintage Aesthetics, a solid Tissot heritage, and a captivating, understated connection to 007, all presented on a historically significant bracelet that links Tissot to the highest echelons of Swiss watchmaking.
For sale is a bold and authentically retro Vintage Enicar Sherpa Star Automatic Day/Date watch, a fantastic example of the innovative styling and substantial construction that defined Enicar in the 1970s. This is a must-have piece for collectors seeking a distinctive retro aesthetic.
The watch is housed in an impressive, oversized 40mm x 40mm stainless steel case, known for its wrist presence and substantial feel. The dial has a warm, champagne or silver tone with a slight sunburst finish, featuring sharp, raised baton hour markers. The functionality is centered around a practical Day and Date display, with the date neatly positioned at 12 o'clock and the day at 6 o'clock. The dial is clearly signed "Sherpa Star" and features the applied Enicar Saturn logo. It is driven by an automatic mechanical movement, a testament to Enicar's horological capability. The watch is paired with a matching aftermarket stainless steel multi-link bracelet, completing the 1970s look.
Key Features:
Brand: Enicar
Model: Sherpa Star Automatic Day/Date
Era: Circa 1970s
Case: Stainless Steel Case, 40mm x 40mm (excluding crown)
Dial: Champagne/Silver Sunburst, warm patina, applied baton indices
Complications: Day and Date (window at 6 and 12 o'clock respectively)
Movement: Automatic Mechanical (Self-Winding), likely an Enicar AR caliber
Bracelet: Integrated style stainless steel multi-link bracelet
Style: Vintage Tool/Dive Watch, 1970s Retro
Why Collectors Love It:
The Enicar Sherpa Star is highly sought after by collectors of vintage 1970s watches for its oversized dimensions and the famous "Sherpa" name, which is historically linked to Enicar's commitment to durability and exploration. The 40mm case delivers a strong visual impact that is perfectly on-trend today. Furthermore, the unique vertical placement of the Day/Date windows is a signature feature of this era’s design. This watch provides a genuine, high-quality, and highly styled piece of vintage Swiss manufacturing.
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For sale is a unique and lightweight vintage Sovereign skin diver-style watch, featuring a brushed silver dial, bold black hour markers, and a sleek 34mm case crafted from aluminum. With its streamlined design, rotating bezel, and sporty aesthetic, this piece captures the accessible adventure-watch style of the 1960s and ‘70s.
Though the Sovereign name was often used for private-label Swiss watches, many of these pieces were made with solid mechanical movements and surprising design flair. This model is no exception, offering the rugged look of a diver with the slim, comfortable profile of a skin diver — built more for style and light use than serious underwater exploration.
Key Features
Brand: Sovereign
Style: Skin diver
Case: Brushed aluminum, 34mm (excluding crown)
Dial: Silver-tone with black applied markers and minute track
Movement: Manual wind (Swiss)
Bezel: Rotating, black (light wear)
Strap: Black leather strap (aftermarket)
Crystal: Acrylic
Era: Likely 1960s–1970s
Condition: Light wear on case and bezel, dial in very good condition. Watch is running but has not been timed for accuracy.
Why Collectors Love It
Skin divers have gained traction in recent years for their wearable proportions, retro charm, and honest tool-watch aesthetics. The aluminum case keeps this Sovereign impressively lightweight, while the rotating bezel and bold markers give it classic sport watch appeal. A great pick for collectors who enjoy off-the-radar brands and unpolished vintage designs with real character.
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For sale is a striking 1960s Croton Skin Diver, a Swiss-made dive watch that channels the bold, utilitarian aesthetic of the golden age of skin diving. With its chunky square luminous markers, red-tipped seconds hand, and pearlescent green dial that shifts dramatically in the light, this Croton punches well above its weight in both charm and wrist presence.
The watch features a classic skin diver case, slim, contoured, and easy-wearing, paired with a clean rotating friction bezel and domed acrylic crystal. The tritium lume on the dial and hands has aged to a warm custard tone, giving the piece a cohesive vintage warmth. Mounted on a perforated tropic style strap, it wears like something straight out of a 1960s dive catalog.
Key Features
• Brand: Croton
• Model: Aquachron
• Movement: Swiss automatic
• Case: Stainless steel, approx. 36mm
• Dial: Pearlescent green with applied square tritium lume markers
• Hands: Baton hands with tritium fill and red-tipped seconds
• Bezel: Black bidirectional friction bezel
• Crystal: Domed acrylic
• Strap: Black tropic-style perforated rubber strap
• Production Years: 1960s
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with warm patina, clean dial, and crisp case lines
Why Collectors Love It
Croton, known as the U.S. distributor for Nivada Grenchen, offered a wide range of quality Swiss watches under its own name during the 1960s. This model in particular bears a strong resemblance to the Tissot PR-516 famously worn by James Bond in Live and Let Die, especially with its luminous square hour markers and red-accented hand. The combination of tool-watch practicality with vibrant color and patina makes this a standout piece for collectors of mid-century dive watches. Rare to find in such original condition, this Croton is a perfect mix of vintage style and ready-to-wear appeal.
For sale is a striking vintage Benrus Ultra Deep Devil Diver Reference 6088, a bold and highly collectible diver’s watch from the golden era of American tool watches. This model is nicknamed the “Devil Diver” due to its 666-foot depth rating, a cheeky marketing twist that’s become a cult hallmark among collectors.
Featuring a sharp black dial with luminous markers, a 60-minute scale bezel, and a sturdy stainless steel case, this Benrus is powered by a reliable automatic movement and sits comfortably on an aftermarket BOR bracelet. Rarely found with original presentation, this example includes its original box and paperwork, elevating it from a great watch to a collector-grade set.
Key Features
• Brand: Benrus
• Model: Ultra Deep Devil Diver
• Movement: Automatic
• Case Size: 36mm (excluding crown)
• Dial: Glossy black with bold lume markers
• Bezel: 60-minute scale
• Bracelet: BOR-style vintage stainless steel bracelet
• Depth Rating: 666 feet / 200 meters (not guaranteed as this is a vintage watch)
• Extras: Comes with original Benrus box and papers
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition; dial and lume beautifully preserved; case shows light signs of wear consistent with age
Why Collectors Love It
Benrus was one of the most prominent American watchmakers of the mid-20th century, and their Ultra Deep series represents the brand at its tool-watch peak. The “Devil Diver” designation, paired with the original packaging, makes this a standout among vintage diver collectors. The bold lume plots, crisp bezel, and overall presence make it a perfect wear for enthusiasts who want something just outside the mainstream.
Timex may not always get the spotlight in vintage watch circles, but pieces like this 1980s diver prove why they’ve been a household name for over a century. With its rugged case, legible dial, and rotating bezel, this model punches well above its weight, channeling the aesthetics of serious dive watches from the era.
This example features a sharp black dial with bold luminous indices and hands, plus a framed date window with the signature red “dot” indicator on the seconds hand, a charming design detail Timex fans will instantly recognize. The stainless steel case measures in at a sporty and large 40mm (excluding crown), paired with a black rotating bezel and a solid-link bracelet that gives it a confident, ready-for-anything wrist presence. While water resistance is modest by modern standards, the overall look is pure vintage dive watch cool.
Key Features
• Brand: Timex
• Model: Diver-style watch
• Reference: Unknown (typical of Timex catalog models from the 1980s)
• Movement: Manual wind
• Case: Stainless steel, approx. 40mm (excluding crown)
• Dial: Matte black with luminous indices, date at 3 o’clock
• Hands: Luminous pencil hands with central red dot seconds
• Bezel: Bi-directional rotating black bezel
• Crystal: Acrylic
• Bracelet: Original folded-link stainless steel bracelet
• Production Years: 1980s
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with clean dial, strong lume, and tight bracelet