The Kampfschwimmer Diver is based on the combat dive watch used by the Italian and German Navies during and right after WWII. Seeing service with the Decima MAS and Kreigsmarine Kampfschwimmers, the ref. 3646 was the first specialized watch created for undwerwater naval combat.
The Fifty Five Fathoms Kampfschwimmer introduces a this amazing watch in 47mm Stainless Steel (316L) case size. Powering the watch is a manual wind ST3600 movement (or ETA 6497 available on our website) with 3-Days of power reserve similar to the original. The "California" dial originally prototyped by Rolex was meant to be an "error proof" way for combat divers to track time underwater. Accompanying this unique California dial design are specially treated blue hands (also availabkle in rose gold or matte black).
As watch technology has evolved, so has our design of this classic watch. Our 45mm Kampfschwimmer divers are equipped with a scratch resistant Sapphire crystal, thick silicone gaskets for better water resistance, and stronger wired lugs to secure your watch strap to your wrist.
We also carry the Kampfschwimmer - California in 47mm version for those watch afficiandoes who want a more authentic experience.