SKL Sub Black II

The SKL Sub Black II is a Seiko Mod dive watch. It takes the archetypal black and reworks it with subtle touches. A more matte dial, redesigned indices, and tighter typography. Compared to the classic Sub Black, it embraces modernity where the other embodies tradition. Like two generations of the same model sold side-by-side. Those who hesitate between the two often decide based on the light: the II absorbs, the first shines.

The Black Diver, Modern Version

The matte dial eliminates reflections and gives the luminous indices maximum contrast, day and night. The black graduated bezel turns with a precise click, and the date remains at three o'clock. 40mm 316L steel case, sapphire crystal, transparent case back. The matte dial absorbs office reflections that hinder readability on lacquered surfaces. It's a detail you don't expect and then can't do without.

A Real Seiko NH35 Caliber

The NH35 in this Seiko Mod comes from Seiko Instruments' Japanese workshops. Automatic with 24 jewels, 21,600 vibrations per hour, 41 hours of power reserve. Winding by wear or crown, stop-seconds at setting. Accuracy of -20 to +40 seconds per day, the caliber's standard.

Who should choose it?

For someone who lives in contemporary outfits, sneakers and technical jackets, and finds classic dive watches a bit dated. 5 ATM water resistance: shower and surface swimming covered, rinse after the sea. Just avoid diving with it. With a technical down jacket or a windbreaker, it completes the urban kit.

A Safe and Current Gift

It ticks the box for a safe bet in a black watch while remaining current. The perfect gift for a young professional. 3-year warranty, in its SKL case.

Oyster or Jubilee

The Oyster extends the modern tool spirit, the Jubilee civilizes it for the office: same price, two characters. Adjustment is done link by link at the watchmaker's.