Meet the Depthmaster 42mm “Pac-Man” the dive watch that decided to hit the gym. Born from Nivada Grenchen’s legendary 1960s design, this new edition takes everything collectors loved about the original and turns the volume up to 42mm of pure wrist power. Retaining its unmistakable charm, the Depthmaster 42mm blends heritage and muscle in perfect proportions. Its distinctive “Pac-Man” dial named for its playful hour markers remains an icon of vintage cool, now paired with a bolder case built for modern adventurers. Engineered from solid 316L stainless steel, it features a domed sapphire crystal, 100 ATM (1000 meters) water resistance, and a unidirectional rotating bezel ready for serious diving. Inside, the Swiss SOPROD P024 automatic movement ensures precision, reliability, and a 38-hour power reserve. The result? A timepiece that’s both a tribute and a transformation — a dive watch classic with a contemporary edge.

Information:

Reference: 14200A04

Dated: 2026

Bracelet: Stainless Steel Beads of Rice Bracelet

Case: 42mm x 14.1mm thickness x 49mm lug to lug - Stainless Steel

Lug Width: 22mm

Water Resistance: 100 ATM (1000 meters) with automatic helium escape valve for saturation diving

Movement: Soprod P024 - Automatic

Functions: HMS

Box and Papers: Inner/outer boxes, and warranty card

Crystal: Flat Sapphire Glass

Bracelet size: 7.5"

Condition: New Unworn

Brand History:

Nivada Grenchen, established in 1926 in Grenchen, Switzerland, quickly became renowned for its rugged tool watches that pushed the boundaries of horological innovation. The brand solidified its reputation with the introduction of the Antarctic in 1950, the first waterproof automatic watch. This timepiece gained fame when it accompanied members of the U.S. Navy's Operation Deep Freeze I during their South Pole expedition from 1955 to 1956.

 

In 1961, Nivada Grenchen launched the Chronomaster, a versatile waterproof chronograph designed for aviators, divers, and sports enthusiasts. The company continued its innovative streak with the release of the Depthomatic in 1964, the first diver's watch featuring a depth indicator, followed by the Depthmaster in 1965, capable of withstanding pressures up to 1,000 meters.

After a period of dormancy, Nivada Grenchen experienced a rebirth in 2018, reintroducing two of its most iconic models—the Chronomaster Aviator Sea Diver and the Antarctic—at the forefront of its revival. The relaunch paved the way for the brand’s enduring appeal among modern watch enthusiasts while honoring its storied heritage.