If Jacques Cousteau wore the Doxa Sub 200 today, he would probably show it in a zoom meeting.
Ah, Dock. A brand loved by divers, collectors and for those who have been saying they “not really needing to buy another watch for years”. Doxa is one of the few Swiss brands that dare to use color. The right colors: orange, turquoise, green, obviously in the Doxa sub 200 model. No minimalist and Scandinavian sadness. Only pure immersion energy, without adulterations.
And now? Now the doxa sub 200, the cheapest model of their collection, is equipped with a new steel bezel. No longer that thing of the “sapphire inlay”, but a nice polished and shiny steel. And, sincerely, it seems that Doxa will finally go to dinner in a tie.
Why is it important? (And why are you interested in?)
Although sometimes the world of watchmaking looks like a great throne of Swiss swords, in which the hands move with micrometri, these changes are actually an important thing. The Doxa Sub 200 has always been in the shadow of its older brother, the iconic sub 300 worn by Cousteau. But now, with the steel bezel, the little brother is experiencing his moment of glory: more elegant, more wearable and, above all, more suitable for those who want a underwater watch but still spend 90% of his time above the surface of the water.
Doxa Sub 200: new bezel, good old character
42 mm steel, water resistance up to 200 meters, sapphire glass, automatic Sellite movement SW200-1 (read: reliable as Swiss railways). Everything has remained the same. Only the bezel is now lucid, sparkling and a little more “James Bond goes to make a brunch” that “Indiana Jones looks for a treasure under the sea”.
Available in eight color combinations, one more “look at me” than the other. The Sea Emerald Verde model really captures attention, especially with the born strap. If you prefer the most classic colors, there is the Sharkhunter (black) or the Serambler (silver), which with this lunette seems almost … prestigious? Yes, I say prestigious and doxa in the same sentence.
Straps that are not a joke
Rice pearl bracelet? The response of the Swiss design to the question “How comfortable should the steel be?” And the FKM rubber straps in the colors of the dials? A combination that would even impress a fashion consultant. And it is also equipped with an elastic extension for the wetsuit: therefore function + form = victory. Since the doxa sub 200 can
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Where is he placed in the hard competition?! Doxa sub 200
Although the Doxa Sub 200 shines like a star in its own right with its new steel bezel, we cannot help but make comparisons with other watches in the same price and style range. The Seiko SPB143 offers the same level of robustness with a slightly more sober Japanese elegance. The Longines Hydroconquest adds a touch of luxury with greater water resistance and a traditional aesthetic. On the other hand, Squale 1521 and the Baltic Aquascaphe play on similar retro notes, each with their own interpretation of the vintage underwater spirit. And if you are looking for maximum technical specifications at the best price, the Tissot Seastar 1000 with its 80 -hour charge reserve will no longer leave you excuses. But none of these competitors offers such an iconic character, so bold colors and such a balanced combination of tools and style like Doxa. The sub 200 is therefore not only an interesting choice, but also an audacious declaration of intent for daily use, with a touch of oceanic myth.
And the price? Accessible to everyone: this has a particular charm!
The price range remains reasonable: from 850 € ($ 920) for the simplest version (Sea Emerald on the born strap), up to 1.010 € ($ 1,090) for the model with steel bracelet. The intermediate option, with rubber strap, will cost you 975 € ($ 1,050). For a Swiss watch with soul, history and now also with a sparkling bezel, Isn’t it more than a “how much does it cost?” But “Where should I sign?”“
Conclusion: Doxa has finally grown (but has not lost its sense of humor)
This doxa sub 200 is like that friend who has finally started to wear a jacket on a shirt with a gangster print: a little more elegant, but still ready for an adventure. If you were waiting for a doxa that accompanied you from the boat for diving up to the evening wine by the sea, you just found it.
