IWC Aquatimer

IWC was comparatively late to the dive watch game, not making its first fully water-resistant watch until the inaugural Aquatimer, launched in 1967. It’s been making up for it since, expanding this popular model into a fully-fledged collection in 2004.

TAG Heuer Carrera

One of several TAG Heuer chronographs that emerged during the golden age of motor-racing, the Carrera was the first watch from this brand—formerly known as Heuer—that carried an actual name on the dial. Along with the Monaco it’s now an established industry icon.

Omega Planet Ocean

Taking design inspiration from vintage Seamaster models of the 1950s and ‘60s, the Planet Ocean collection boasts the very best of Omega craftsmanship. Even cooler, it became a Bond watch after appearing on the wrist of Daniel Craig’s Bond in the 2007 film, Casino Royale.

Panerai Luminor

The Luminor is one of those watches whose silhouette is unmistakeable due to its protruding protection bridge which presses the crown to the case for extra security underwater. Big, bold and once an essential tool of Italian navy divers, its famous wearers include Sylvester Stallone.

Tudor Black Bay

The Black Bay is a dive watch that delivers on form and function, so no wonder it’s Tudor’s flagship model. Consider a Black Bay for a far more affordable alternative to the Submariner, made by Tudor’s sister brand, Rolex. It’s a win-win.