IWC Aquatimer IW328801 (RRP £5,200)

IWC Aquatimer IW328801. 42mm stainless steel casing, with a case height of 14.1mm. Automatic, IWC 32111 calibre self-winding movement :164 components, with 21 jewels, a frequency of 28,800 VPH, a power reserve of 120 hours. Water resistant to 300 meters. Featuring a steel, rotating bezel, with the luminous, 60 minute graduation upon the rehaut. Blue dial, with luminous index hour markers, and white outer minutes track. Luminous, central hours and minutes hands, with luminous tipped orange arrow hacking seconds hand. A date window at the 3 o’clock position. Upon a blue ,woven rubber strap with a steel tang buckle. Accompanied by an additional black woven rubber strap. Box and papers dated November 2023.

The IWC Aquatimer Cousteau collection honors Jacques-Yves Cousteau, the legendary French oceanographer and conservationist. IWC Schaffhausen partnered with the Cousteau Society in 2004 to celebrate Cousteau’s dedication to ocean exploration and marine conservation. Each watch in the series features a distinct design inspired by Cousteau’s legacy, often showcasing oceanic blue dials and engraving his iconic profile or the research vessel Calypso.

The collection emphasizes professional-grade diving capabilities, with water resistance, robust construction, and innovative features like internal or external rotating bezels for underwater timing. A portion of proceeds from these watches supports marine conservation initiatives by the Cousteau Society, reflecting IWC’s commitment to sustainability.

The Aquatimer Cousteau models serve as both functional diving instruments and tributes to Cousteau’s pioneering spirit, blending precision engineering with a deep respect for the oceans—a fitting homage to one of the most influential figures in marine history.