1960s Aqua-Lung ‘Skin 666’ Chronograph
Why This Watch Matters A really cool diving provenance sets this watch apart, but it's the applied gilt dial elements that have won our hearts. The Full Story In the 1962 U.S. Divers catalogue, this Aqua-Lung chronograph, known as the "Chronomatic," was available to purchase for $100 and described as "a beautiful 17 Jewel, Incabloc, Anti-Magnetic diver's watch." The description went on to highlight its luminous dial for "easy reading," the self-winding movement, and a pressure resistance to 660 feet. The most striking part about this watch is the large gilt scuba tank with two hoses and Aqua-Lung logo. It's quite oversized relative to the other dial elements, and therefore aesthetically striking. Though this was exclusively a tool watch when it was first manufactured, clearly looks were not ignored in its creation; they continue to be the highlight of the piece. The Fine Print Maker: Aqua-Lung Model: Skin 666 Reference: 2501 Year: Circa 1960s Case No: N/A Material: Stainless steel Dimensions: 38mm diameter; 13mm thickness Crystal: Plexiglass Lume: Tritium Caliber: Manual-winding Landeron 248 caliber Bracelet/Strap: HODINKEE Black Nylon NATO Strap Lug Width: 20mm Box/Papers: N/A What we Love and What You Should Know For its age, this watch is in fantastic condition. The lume plots at each hour and on the handset have developed an interesting patina that is comparable to other examples. While the case exhibits some light scratches, it is in overall sharp condition. The coin-edge bezel has faded lightly, particularly nearer the outer edge. Additionally, the Landeron 248 manual-winding chronograph caliber is in great condition.11981230031, 1960s Aqua-Lung ‘Skin 666’ Chronograph, Why This Watch Matters A really cool diving provenance sets this watch apart, but it's the applied gilt dial elements that have won our hearts. The Full Story In the 1962 U.S. Divers catalogue, this Aqua-Lung chronograph, known as the "Chronomatic," was available to purchase for $100 and described as "a beautiful 17 Jewel, Incabloc, Anti-Magnetic diver's watch." The description went on to highlight its luminous dial for "easy reading," the self-winding movement, and a pressure resistance to 660 feet. The most striking part about this watch is the large gilt scuba tank with two hoses and Aqua-Lung logo. It's quite oversized relative to the other dial elements, and therefore aesthetically striking. Though this was exclusively a tool watch when it was first manufactured, clearly looks were not ignored in its creation; they continue to be the highlight of the piece. The Fine Print Maker: Aqua-Lung Model: Skin 666 Reference: 2501 Year: Circa 1960s Case No: N/A Material: Stainless steel Dimensions: 38mm diameter; 13mm thickness Crystal: Plexiglass Lume: Tritium Caliber: Manual-winding Landeron 248 caliber Bracelet/Strap: HODINKEE Black Nylon NATO Strap Lug Width: 20mm Box/Papers: N/A What we Love and What You Should Know For its age, this watch is in fantastic condition. The lume plots at each hour and on the handset have developed an interesting patina that is comparable to other examples. While the case exhibits some light scratches, it is in overall sharp condition. The coin-edge bezel has faded lightly, particularly nearer the outer edge. Additionally, the Landeron 248 manual-winding chronograph caliber is in great condition., 340000
