Vulcain Skindiver Chronograph GREEN 590176BK7.BHM286

An Icon Returns

With the Skindiver Chronograph, Vulcain revives a legend from its archives and brings it into the present. The watch carries the DNA of the 1960s but was conceived and built to modern standards: a vertically brushed 316L stainless steel case measuring 39.7 mm, only 13 mm high, topped with domed sapphire crystal – robust, clear, timeless. What was once intended as a tool for adventure now appears seamlessly integrated: classic in appearance, modern in execution.

Vintage Character, Modern Interpretation

The bidirectional rotating bezel with a black ceramic inlay pays homage to historical dive watches but relies on contemporary material quality and precision. The green dial with a silver sub-dial appears fresh yet deliberately understated; indices with white Super-LumiNova® guarantee legibility day and night. A rare decimal scale – for measuring in hundredths of minutes – underlines its instrumental approach, making the chronograph particularly practical for sports timing.

Mechanics with Profile

Inside, the automatic caliber based on the ETA 7753 (C088) operates. The mechanical self-winding movement ticks at 28,800 semi-oscillations per hour (4 Hz) and provides a power reserve of approximately 42 hours. Start, stop, and reset function with the typical confidence of this reliable pillar of Swiss chronograph technology – precise, repeatable, and built for continuous performance.

Case, Crystal, Water Resistance

The vertical brushing of the 316L steel gives the case depth and texture, while the highly domed sapphire crystal ensures crystal-clear vision and the characteristic retro look. Water-resistant to 50 meters, the chronograph remains relaxed in everyday use – rain, splashes, and the pool are handled with ease – while the solid stainless steel clasp securely fastens the strap. Everything feels as if crafted from a single piece: uncompromising in execution, understated in appearance.

A Look Inside the Movement

The screwed display case back opens the stage for the decorated movement: a perlage-finished mainplate, bridges with Geneva stripes, and a brushed rotor with Vulcain engraving. These refinements are more than just ornamentation – they speak of meticulous care, craftsmanship, and the desire to make the technology visible. Every rotation of the rotor reminds us that this is mechanical work, designed to last for decades.

Wearability and Appearance

With a diameter of 39.7 mm, the Skindiver Chronograph sits balanced on the wrist: present, but never loud. The interplay of brushed steel, ceramic bezel, and the rich green of the dial creates a distinctive yet versatile aesthetic. Whether on leather for a classic look or on steel for maximum everyday practicality – the character remains: sporty, functional, independent.

The Vulcain Manufacture

Since 1858, Vulcain has stood for striking models and independent mechanics – rooted in Le Locle, the cradle of Swiss watchmaking. The Skindiver Chronograph picks up precisely here: it combines heritage with progress, history with the present. The result is a timepiece that appeals to collectors, captivates enthusiasts, and shines in everyday life – a piece of horological culture, rethought for today.

Specifications

• Case: Vertically brushed 316L stainless steel
• Bezel: Bidirectional rotating bezel with black ceramic insert
• Dial options: Green dial with silver sub-dial and indices with white Super-LumiNova® hour markers
• Diameter: 39.7 mm
• Thickness: 13 mm
• Glass: Domed sapphire crystal
• Water resistance: 50 m
• Clasp: Solid 316L stainless steel
• Movement: Base ETA 7753 (C088) – Automatic, self-winding mechanical movement
• Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, chronograph analog display of hours, minutes, and seconds, chronograph
• Frequency: 28,800 semi-oscillations per hour (4 Hz)
• Power reserve: 42 hours
• Case back: Display case back with decorated movement
• Movement decoration: Perlage-finished mainplate, bridges with Geneva stripes, and brushed rotor with engraved Vulcain logo