DOXA SUB 600T-Graph series of diving watches

Right after presenting its SUB 5000T Seaconqueror model, the Swiss watchmaker reveals its new DOXA SUB 600T-Graph series of diving watches.

Set to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the original DOXA SUB, the SUB 600T-Graph features DOXA’s patented no-decompression bezel and a modified high grade ETA 2894 self-winding chronograph movement.

The chronograph features only one 30-minute sub-dial, which is not really logical, since its famous no-decompression features a 60-minute scale.

The no-decompression bezel works as a simple (and very limited) diving computer.

In two words, it provides with a rudimentary “no-decompression limit” table, which is squeezed into the bezel of your watch.

There is a “dive depth” scale on the outer bezel of the watch (it is printed in orange and marked in feet) and there is a “dive time” scale on the inner ring that measures dive time in minutes.

For each depth there is a corresponding value in minutes that tells you how much time you can spend there with your harpoon rifle or a photo camera and safely ascend without the inevitable decompression stops.

As usual, the bezel is rotatable, so, to use it, you should simply adjust the descent marker (two dots colored in orange and green) with the minute hand and here you go!

The watch’s satin brushed solid stainless steel case comes equipped with new pusher system with special gaskets.

Developed by Jenny Watches, the system lets you operate the chronograph function of the watch while keeping the SUB 600T-Graph safe and secure at depths up to 600 meters (1968ft).

Being a semi-professional tool watch, the new SUB 600T-Graph is presented in an oversized case 44.50 millimeters wide, which is clearly not supposed to be worn even with casual dress.

Considering its weird proportions and functional, but not very elegant design of the dial, wearing this watch to the office is like going shopping in the IAV Stryker armored vehicle: it can do the job, but you must be prepared to meet a lot of surprised looks.

Photos: DOXA

DOXA SUB 600T-Graph diving watch specification:

Price range: $3790 (factory price)
Movement: ETA 2894 self-winding movement
Complications: Chronograph
Power reserve: N/A
Case material: Stainless steel
Case diameter: 44.5 mm excluding crown
Case height: 18.55 mm
Dial: Black, Orange
Water resistance: 600 meters
Crystal: Anti-reflective, scratch resistant, sapphire crystal