Bradner Black Dial Red Leather Watch SP-5062-01

The Watch
British watchmaker Spinnaker pays tribute to the pioneer of scuba diving, Hugh Bradner, through its latest collection. Watch enthusiasts and deep-sea lovers alike will be captivated by this eponymous collection's vintage yet sporty aesthetic. Committed to delivering timepieces worthy of the name, Spinnaker selects only the finest materials in their craftsmanship. The SP-5062-01 will mesmerize you with its striking red hue - a nod to the vibrant corals you'd encounter exploring the ocean depths. The watch features a grey stainless steel compressor-style case measuring 42 mm in diameter and 14 mm in thickness, designed to sit elegantly on the wrist. A slightly domed, anti-reflective sapphire crystal shields the dial from impacts. Two crown pushers are visible at 2 and 4 o'clock, allowing you to adjust the internal bezel and manually wind the movement. The transparent screw-down case back lets you admire the movement in action.

The Dial
A black dial rounds out the watch. Its sunray finish catches the light with every movement of your wrist - almost like sunlight dancing across the ocean surface. Three hands sit at the center of the dial: grey-toned hour, minute, and second hands. Baton-shaped indices mark the hours. Both hands and indices are treated with SuperLuminova luminescent coating, ensuring readability even in the deepest underwater conditions. A minute track runs along the outer edge of the dial. A bidirectional rotating bezel is housed inside the dial. At 3 o'clock, a date window displays white characters on a black background. At 12 o'clock, Spinnaker signs its creation, while 6 o'clock notes the movement type and water resistance rating.

The Movement
Powering this timepiece is a Japanese automatic movement - the NH35 caliber from Seiko. Reliable and precise, it drives the hour, minute, and second hands as well as the date window. It beats at a frequency of 21,600 vph and offers a comfortable 41-hour power reserve.

The Strap
A red leather strap completes this timepiece, enhancing its chic sporting attitude while underlining its vintage character. Spinnaker delivers top-tier quality with genuine hand-finished, water-treated leather. It fastens easily with a pin buckle. The lugs are ideally proportioned and angled to create a snug, comfortable fit on your wrist. The lug width measures 20 mm.

Water Resistance
With a water resistance rating of 18 atmospheres - equivalent to 180 meters - this model can confidently be called a dive watch. That said, our watchmaking experts agree: while this timepiece handles showers, baths, lap swimming, and freediving with ease, it is not designed for professional scuba diving with tanks, where pressure levels would exceed its water resistance rating. For professional divers, we recommend models rated at 30 atmospheres or more. We also advise against operating the pushers or crown while submerged, to maintain a perfect seal.