Downtown Ophrys Gent 42.50mm Watch B43429275

The Watch

Renowned for its groundbreaking work in haute couture, Balmain extends its prestige to the world of watchmaking with luxury timepieces that truly stand out. Each model is meticulously crafted to bring an extra dimension of elegance to the wearer - the perfect finishing touch to any wardrobe. Make a statement with this B43429275 watch from the Downtown Ophrys Gent collection. It features a round case crafted from brushed and polished 316L stainless steel for a refined aesthetic. Weighing 97 g, it measures 42.50 mm in diameter, 10 mm thick, with a 48.10 mm lug-to-lug length - a perfect fit for men's wrists. Its unidirectional bezel is coated in yellow gold PVD for added allure. The bezel's green sapphire crystal insert features a graduated 0-to-60 minute scale. The dial is shielded from shocks by a sapphire crystal with an anti-reflective treatment on its inner surface for optimal legibility. The screwed-down knurled crown at 3 o'clock enables adjustment of the watch's main functions. Finally, the screwed-down caseback ensures a water resistance of 20 atmospheres.

The Dial

This timepiece features a lacquered dial with a distinctive design. Its polished finish makes it sparkle brilliantly on your wrist. The green dial showcases 11 applied indices around the perimeter, featuring varied geometric shapes punctuated by round dots. It also houses three faceted and polished hands displaying hours, minutes, and seconds. The slender seconds hand stands out with a triangular tip. All indices and hands are coated with Superluminova for optimal legibility in the dark. At 6 o'clock, a white date window followed by the "Swiss Made" mention displays the date. The brand name is positioned beneath the 12 o'clock index as a signature.

The Movement

Powering the key functions of this watch is a Swiss-made quartz movement - specifically the ETA F07.115 caliber, fitted with 3 jewels. Oscillating at 32,768 Hz, it features a hacking seconds mechanism and an end-of-life battery indicator (EOL). Reliable and precise, it faithfully displays hours, minutes, seconds, and the date.

The Strap

The stunning strap that comes with this watch is both robust and modern. Made from rubber - a supple yet highly durable material - it features a bold green color that pairs effortlessly with a variety of looks and occasions. It is secured by a butterfly deployant clasp in stainless steel with a 20 mm width for a secure fit. The lug width is 21 mm.

Water Resistance

With a water resistance of 20 atmospheres (200 meters), this model qualifies without hesitation as a true dive watch. Our watch experts agree: while it handles showers, baths, sport swimming, freediving, and recreational scuba diving with ease, it is not built for extreme deep-sea diving where pressure would overwhelm its seals. For professional divers tackling serious depths, we recommend models rated at 30 ATM or more. We also advise against operating the pushers or crown while submerged, to maintain a perfect water seal.