Black Seal Xtreme Dive Watch
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The Seiko Kinetic Scubamaster is not the most expensive watch I own, but it is probably the rarest and most unique. In fact, I think it comes pretty close to being the ultimate diver watch. It is feature rich, extremely tough, very accurate, and has a bold, distinguished look. Here's a feature-by-feature breakdown:
Lots of titanium. First of all, most of the watch is a titanium alloy. Titanium isn't particularly scratch-resistant, but it is very tough and very light. The case is a single solid piece of titanium (which can only be opened from the front), and has its signature stingray engraved in the back. The bracelet is titanium, as well, and is extremely solid and strong.
Sapphire crystal. The Scubamaster's crystal is highly scratch-resistant synthetic sapphire which is set down below the bezel for extra protection.
This model comes in a choice of dial colors (blue, black, orange, silver, and yellow), and is outfitted with a mineral crystal. Something that sets the Abyss apart from the other extreme divers is the day of the week in additional to the date. Like all the extreme divers, the case of the Abyss is filled with silicone oil to keep the pressure equalized, and it has a very prominent air bubble which will undoubtedly draw bewildered looks and plenty of questions from perfect strangers.
Self-charging. The Scubamaster is part of Seiko's Kinetic line. Kinetic watches have quartz movements which are powered by rechargeable batteries. The batteries are recharged by the action of a rotor which moves as you move your arm. The concept is similar to that of an automatic watch, but rather than the rotor winding a spring, it generates electricity that is used to power a standard quartz movement.
The MTM Black Seal is a big watch. With a 44 mm case and weighing in at 7.5 oz (about 2.5 ounces heavier than the bulky Rolex Sea-Dweller), it's a serious piece of equipment. That said, I have relatively narrow wrists, and somehow, I've been able to get away with wearing the Black Seal. The shape of the case and lugs bends nicely along the curve of my wrist which allows it to sit very comfortably in place, wearing much lighter than it actually is. And of course the Velcro strap reduces the weight considerably, as well.
Next up is the MTM Black Seal (read the full review here). This one is defiantly worth a few minutes of your time. With an oil-filled case, the MTM Black Seal claims to be completely waterproof to 12,000 meters (39,000 feet), and even adds some interesting features like a high-end Swiss quartz movement, a sapphire crystal (much harder then the mineral crystal found on the Abyss), and Tritium-filled glass tubes on all the markers. Tritium gas is electro-phosphorescent meaning it glows all the time, and the tubes have enough gas to glow for 25 years. This is far more useful then luminous paint because it glows brightly and constantly without the need to charge from ambient light. At $1,800, the Black Seal is a serious watch with a serious look and a very comprehensive set of features.
We now head north from Switzerland (or at least Swiss made) to Germany where the Sinn UX is a serious extreme diver contender. The silicon oil filled Sinn UX is certified to 12,000 meters (39,000 feet) and is built from steel designed for submarines which is five times harder than regular stainless steel.
About the Author
Aaron Normski has been involved in Divers watches for over 10 years, so look at the website on Casio divers watches and other information on Omega diving watches.
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