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·For your consideration, my backup Aquastar Benthos H1, from the very limited set of 500, since sold out. This modern edition of a dive watch classic features a 42mm case of 904L steel (47mm lug-to-lug),, ETA movement, fully-illuminated sapphire bezel and the distinctive Benthos handset and deep dial in a no-date configuration. Despite its dimensions the H1 wears remarkably well on even smaller wrists (mine is 6.76"), whilst the 904L steel and high-quality finishing belong several rungs up the pricing ladder. I purchased two of these, and following my discovery of a vintage complete set in reasonable condition I am letting this reissue go. The x/500 number is available on request.
Mine is in superb condition, without any obvious dings, dents, scars or deep scratches, and the lume treatment is bright and even. It will ship with its OEM dive-cylinder tube case, unused OEM Tropic strap and the balance of its transferable warranty. I am the original and only owner.
Asking is USD 885.00, excluding any fees, with insured shipping at cost. My preference is for a sale at this time, but possible trades include tool watches or divers in excellent or better condition from Sinn, Longines, etc.
Please see the photos below for a clearer guide to this H1's condition, and feel free to reach out for additional pix or with any queries or offers. I don't sell watches often these days, but am a long-standing OF member with feedback here and on other watch and high-end audio sites, and happy to supply links on request.
Specs:
Aquastar Benthos Heritage One SPECIFICATIONS:
– Case: 42mm 904L Stainless steel (47mm lug-to-lug), crown at 2:00
– Movement: Swiss-made Swiss genuine ETA 2824-2 élaboré grade, hours, minutes, seconds
– Water resistance: 500 meters, 1500 feet
– Crystal: Flat, triple-coated AR sapphire
– Dial: Semi-gloss Black, applied hour markers with high-density SuperLuminova (ecru color)
– Bezel: Unidirectional rotating elapsed time ceramic bezel with SuperLuminova filled application
– Straps: Includes genuine 20mm ISOfrane Rubber
– Retail price: $1390
– Limited Edition: 500 pieces worldwide
Pix:
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Mine is in superb condition, without any obvious dings, dents, scars or deep scratches, and the lume treatment is bright and even. It will ship with its OEM dive-cylinder tube case, unused OEM Tropic strap and the balance of its transferable warranty. I am the original and only owner.
Asking is USD 885.00, excluding any fees, with insured shipping at cost. My preference is for a sale at this time, but possible trades include tool watches or divers in excellent or better condition from Sinn, Longines, etc.
Please see the photos below for a clearer guide to this H1's condition, and feel free to reach out for additional pix or with any queries or offers. I don't sell watches often these days, but am a long-standing OF member with feedback here and on other watch and high-end audio sites, and happy to supply links on request.
Specs:
Aquastar Benthos Heritage One SPECIFICATIONS:
– Case: 42mm 904L Stainless steel (47mm lug-to-lug), crown at 2:00
– Movement: Swiss-made Swiss genuine ETA 2824-2 élaboré grade, hours, minutes, seconds
– Water resistance: 500 meters, 1500 feet
– Crystal: Flat, triple-coated AR sapphire
– Dial: Semi-gloss Black, applied hour markers with high-density SuperLuminova (ecru color)
– Bezel: Unidirectional rotating elapsed time ceramic bezel with SuperLuminova filled application
– Straps: Includes genuine 20mm ISOfrane Rubber
– Retail price: $1390
– Limited Edition: 500 pieces worldwide
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