IWC Aquatimer Chronograph Edition 'Jacques Yves Cousteau' Watch image number 0
IWC Aquatimer Chronograph Edition 'Jacques Yves Cousteau' Watch image number 1

IWC Aquatimer Chronograph Edition 'Jacques Yves Cousteau' Watch

Item No.
11329414
11329414
$7,250.00
The watch devoted to Cousteau is technically identical with the Aquatimer Chronograph. The distinctly puristic design of the dial references the look of the first Aquatimer released in 1967 – even with three sub-dials and a date and day display, the blue dial is remarkably uncluttered. The innovative external/internal rotating bezel with a SafeDive system designed to prevent inadvertent changes of the dive time boosts the practical use of the diver’s watch, as does the increase in water-resistance to 30 bar. The chronograph function handles single stop times and aggregate timing up to 12 hours, while the push-buttons can be activated even underwater. The engraving on the back of the cover shows “le Commandant” with his trademark woolen beanie.
  • Item No.
    11329414
    11329414
  • Style #
    IW376805
  • Jewelry Type
    Watch
  • Collection
    AQUATIMER
  • Metal Type
    Steel
  • Metal Purity
    Stainless Steel
  • Band Color
    Black
  • Band Material
    Rubber
  • Case Size
    44mm
  • Crystal
    Sapphire
  • Dial Color
    Blue
  • Dial Marker
    Index / Stick
  • Functions
    Chronograph, Day/Date, Automatic Winding, Power Reserve
  • Movement Type
    Automatic
  • Shape
    Round
  • Water Resistance
    300 Meters

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