The Vulcain Skindiver Chronograph represents a fascinating blast from the past, emerging from the maison's historical archives as an extraordinary rediscovery. This chronograph, developed in the 1960s alongside the celebrated Skindiver Nautique but never revealed to the public, is reborn today thanks to the vision of Guillaume Laidet, who has been leading the development of Vulcain collections since 2022.
The 39.7mm 316L steel case, with its characteristic vertical brushed finish and a thickness of 13mm, perfectly embodies the balance between presence and wearability. The bidirectional bezel with a black ceramic insert dialogues harmoniously with the silver dial, embellished with ice-blue counters and indices coated in white Super-LumiNova®, ensuring exceptional legibility in all conditions.
The beating heart of the watch is the automatic ETA 7753 (C088) caliber, which beats at 28,800 vibrations per hour and offers a 42-hour power reserve. Through the sapphire crystal caseback, one can admire the finely decorated movement, with a perlage mainplate, bridges with Côtes de Genève, and a brushed oscillating weight engraved with the Vulcain logo.
The domed sapphire crystal protects the dial while ensuring water resistance up to 50 meters, making this chronograph not only an object of refined watchmaking but also a reliable instrument. The rubber strap completes a design that unites heritage and technical innovation.
Every detail of the Skindiver Chronograph tells the story of a golden age of sports watchmaking, reinterpreted through the lens of contemporary technology. From the chronograph system to the haute horlogerie finishes, this timepiece represents the perfect fusion of Vulcain's historical heritage and the needs of the modern collector.
