A reissue that fuses 1960s heritage with contemporary engineering.
The new Vulcain Skindiver Chronograph invites us to dive into the Swiss brand’s glorious past with a dive watch that embraces vintage aesthetics while meeting modern technical standards.
A timepiece with heritage
Vulcain, internationally known for the legendary Cricket, continues to celebrate its horological legacy with a special reissue: the Skindiver Chronograph. First released in the 1960s and nearly forgotten, this model now returns with a retro spirit and flawless technical execution.
Vintage design, 1960s DNA
Featuring a 39.7 mm stainless steel case, semi-integrated square lugs and a bidirectional bezel with polished black ceramic insert, the design stays true to the original while adding modern refinements. It is available in two versions: a black dial with orange accents and silver subdials, or a white “panda” dial with a sharp contrast and both tachymeter and decimal scales.
Diving-focused details
One of the most distinctive features is the 30-minute subdial at 3 o’clock, with orange-highlighted segments to track short time intervals — especially practical for skin diving.
Modern technology
Despite its retro face, the Skindiver Chronograph offers modern specs: domed sapphire crystal, screw-down crown and caseback engraved with a diver, classic pump-style pushers, and 200 m water resistance.
Inside ticks the reliable automatic ETA Valjoux 7753 calibre — easy to service, operating at 4 Hz, with a 42-hour power reserve.
Customization and style
Vulcain offers up to 10 strap options: a three-link metal bracelet or “beads of rice,” classic leather, or tropical black rubber. A range designed to suit any lifestyle and aesthetic.
In conclusion
The new Skindiver Chronograph is more than a reissue: it’s a bridge between tradition and innovation, paying tribute to a lesser-known chapter in Vulcain’s history. Perfect for collectors and vintage-style enthusiasts with a taste for functionality.
Specifications
- Case: Stainless steel
- Dimensions: 39.7 mm diameter, 13 mm thickness
- Crystal: Domed sapphire
- Dial: Black with silver subdials / white “panda” with black subdials
- Lume: Super-LumiNova
- Caseback: Screw-down with diver engraving
- Water resistance: 200 metres
- Strap: Leather, tropical rubber, or steel bracelet
- Calibre: ETA Valjoux 7753 automatic
- Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds, chronograph
- Frequency: 4 Hz
- Power reserve: 42 hours
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