Aquamar Black
$1,0501,866
38 mm200 m WRSapphire
The Sensei's take
The Nivada Grenchen AQUAMAR BLACK is an excellent choice for dive watch enthusiasts seeking a blend of vintage aesthetics and modern reliability. Its striking black dial and bold markers stand out, while the value proposition at $1,050 makes it a solid investment for those who appreciate quality craftsmanship without breaking the bank. If you want a versatile timepiece that can transition from ocean depths to urban outings, this watch deserves your attention.
Is this watch your kind of thing?
One vote per visitor — see how the community feels.
Matte Black Dial Timeless and bold, the Black Aquamar is where vintage diver DNA meets modern-day edge. The sandwich dial glows with dual-tone lume, while the roulette calendar wheel adds a wink of whimsy to a sleek, tool-ready design. A go-anywhere, do-anything watch that whispers style and shouts reliability.
6.5
SolidSensei Score — Solid
A dependable choice; know the trade-offs going in.
Independent rating. Purchase links may be affiliate.
At a glance
Strengths & trade-offs
Pulled straight from the spec sheet, framed for the buyer. The editorial verdict is the Sensei's take above.
Strengths
- Serious water resistance (200m)
- Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
- Versatile 38mm case
- Luminous dial and hands
Trade-offs
- Priced above what the spec suggests
Sensei Says
The specs, in plain English
On the wrist
At 38 mm it lands in the modern sweet spot.
The value
Fairly priced for what it is.
On the wrist
How will this watch fit me?
Enter your wrist size once — we'll remember it — and the Sensei estimates the fit from the case measurements.
Wrist circumference
Preferred fit
Enter your wrist size to see the fit estimate.
Specifications
- Reference
- 32068A17
- Released
- 2025
- Production
- Current production
- Case diameter
- 38 mm
- Thickness
- 12.9 mm
- Lug width
- 20 mm
- Case shape
- Round
- Case material
- 316L Stainless Steel
- Water resistance
- 200 m
- Crystal
- Sapphire · Anti-Reflective
- Bezel
- Dive (unidirectional)
- Caseback
- Closed
- Dial colour
- Black
- Dial finish
- Matt Lacquered
- Indices
- Hollow-out Indexes
- Lume
- Yes — Super-LumiNova
- Strap / bracelet
- Rubber
- Clasp
- Buckle
- Functions
- Analog Display Hours, Minutes, Central Sweep Second, Changing Lume Calendar Disc
- Fit
- Unisex
The maker
Nivada Grenchen
Nivada Grenchen's philosophy revolves around reviving its historical designs while incorporating modern manufacturing techniques. The brand aims to create watches that are both functional and stylish, reflecting its heritage in craftsmanship and innovation.
Alternatives worth a look
Cheaper alternative
$520 less
Smaller alternative
3.0mm smaller
More from Nivada Grenchen
From the same maker
