The Beast Electric Black Original TBE 5101 Watch

The Watch

Ralf Tech started out as a manufacturer of diving equipment before becoming an independent watchmaker - a brand run by true watch enthusiasts. Their timepieces are designed and made in France. Following the successful launch of the BEAST in December 2022, RALF TECH now offers electric versions of this iconic model, making it accessible to a wider audience. The The Beast Electric "Original Black" TBE 5101 watch celebrates authentic French watchmaking expertise, combining quality, engineering, and elegance. Built to push boundaries on your underwater adventures, its bold sport design makes it an essential companion. With a 47.70 mm diameter, this case sits comfortably on men's wrists. Crafted in 316L surgical steel with a micro-blasted finish, it features a stunning barrel shape. Its appeal is further enhanced by a black PVD coating in perfect harmony with the watch's overall aesthetic. The case features a unidirectional 120-click bezel with a matte black ceramic insert marked with a countdown scale and a SuperLuminova C5 insert to track elapsed dive time and monitor decompression stops. The dial is protected by a domed sapphire crystal 6 mm thick, shielding it from wear and external impacts. The anti-reflective treatment ensures a crystal-clear view of the time. At 4 o'clock, a screw-down crown allows you to set the analog display. Finally, the screw-down caseback with an exclusive encapsulation system engraved with the serial number delivers water resistance to 330 ATM.

The Dial

This 95% black dial adds elegance and character to the watch. True to dive watch tradition, all time indicators are coated with green Superluminova® C5 for crisp legibility even in low-light conditions. The hours are marked by baton indexes, except at 3, 6, 9, and 12 o'clock, which feature Arabic numerals. These are surrounded by a minute railway track. Time is displayed via three hands: the short arrow hand for hours, the baton hand for minutes, and the slender arrow hand for seconds. The dial is completed at 6 o'clock by the "Made in France" inscription, the water resistance rating, and the "automatic" movement reference, while the brand's logo and name appear at 12 o'clock.

The Movement

At the heart of this watch beats an Electric Micro Hybrid movement. It powers the three hands - hours, minutes, and seconds - with flawless precision. This is specifically the RTE001 caliber, delivering an autonomy of up to 100,000 hours - nearly 12 years.

The Strap

This timepiece comes with two straps. The first is in black silicone, giving it a timeless appeal - soft, comfortable, and perfect for everyday wear on the wrist. The second is in black zulu. Just as stylish, it transitions seamlessly from one outfit to the next. Both fasten with pin buckles measuring 26 mm for a secure, reliable fit. Note that the lug width on both straps is 26 mm.

Water Resistance

The Beast by Ralf Tech is simply the ultimate tool watch for underwater exploration, offering water resistance to 330 ATM - that's 3,300 meters deep. With specs like these, every aquatic activity is fair game: from casual laps in the pool to saturation diving. One tip from Ocarat: before any dive, always make sure the crown is fully screwed down - or you risk voiding the water resistance of this model.