{"title":"Aquastar Benthos Professional","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"aquastar-benthos-professional-42mm-black-dial-rubber-mens-automatic-watch-benthos-pro","title":"Aquastar Benthos Professional 42mm schwarzes Zifferblatt Gummi Herren Automatik Uhr BENTHOS-PRO","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThe Aquastar Benthos Professional is a faithful modern recreation of one of the most innovative dive watches ever produced. Inspired by the groundbreaking Benthos 500 introduced in 1970, this contemporary interpretation preserves the distinctive character and professional functionality that made the original a favourite among commercial and military divers. Combining vintage-inspired design with modern materials and Swiss engineering, the Benthos Professional delivers exceptional underwater performance while honouring Aquastar’s rich heritage of purpose-built diving instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eCrafted from premium stainless steel, the watch features the unmistakable asymmetrical Benthos case design, offering both a distinctive appearance and practical functionality. The robust construction is engineered for serious underwater use, with a screw-down crown and professional-grade water resistance ensuring dependable performance in demanding environments. Protecting the dial is a sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment, enhancing durability and legibility whether above or below the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThe dial remains true to the original Benthos concept, prioritising instant readability in challenging conditions. Large luminous hands and hour markers are filled with Super-LumiNova to provide excellent visibility in low-light environments, while the signature oversized central minute hand allows divers to monitor elapsed dive time at a glance. Surrounding the dial is a unidirectional rotating bezel designed for precise timing and maximum operational security during dives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003ePowering the Benthos Professional is the Swiss-made La Joux-Perret G100 automatic movement. Renowned for its reliability and modern performance, this calibre offers an impressive 68-hour power reserve, allowing the watch to continue running for nearly three days when not worn. The movement combines robust construction with dependable accuracy, making it ideally suited to a professional dive watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThis version is paired with a genuine ISOfrane® rubber strap, widely regarded as one of the finest dive watch straps available. Originally developed for professional diving applications, the ISOfrane® strap is celebrated for its exceptional comfort, flexibility and durability. Its lightweight construction and resistance to harsh marine environments make it the perfect companion for a watch designed to excel beneath the waves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlending historic design, professional-grade specifications and modern Swiss craftsmanship, the Aquastar Benthos Professional stands as a worthy successor to one of diving’s most iconic tool watches. Whether worn as a capable underwater instrument or as a tribute to a legendary chapter in dive watch history, it offers a compelling combination of heritage, performance and everyday versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquastar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54123017077077,"sku":"BENTHOS-PRO","price":1430.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/3720\/2517\/files\/image491121439.jpg?v=1781248601"},{"product_id":"aquastar-benthos-professional-42mm-black-dial-rubber-mens-automatic-watch-benthos-pro-pvd-dlc","title":"Aquastar Benthos Professional 42mm schwarzes Zifferblatt Gummi Herren Automatik Uhr BENTHOS-PRO PVD \/ DLC","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThe Aquastar Benthos Professional DLC Black is a bold modern interpretation of one of the most iconic professional dive watches ever created. Inspired by the legendary Benthos 500 of the 1970s, this contemporary model preserves the collection’s distinctive design language while introducing advanced materials and modern Swiss engineering. Built for serious underwater performance, the Benthos Professional combines Aquastar’s rich diving heritage with the durability and reliability expected by today’s enthusiasts and professional divers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eCrafted from stainless steel and finished with a rugged black DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) coating, the case offers exceptional resistance to scratches and wear while delivering a stealthy, contemporary aesthetic. The distinctive asymmetrical profile remains faithful to the historic Benthos design, featuring a screw-down crown and professional-grade construction engineered to withstand demanding environments. A sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment protects the dial, ensuring outstanding clarity and durability in all conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThe dial prioritises maximum legibility, featuring bold hands and luminous hour markers filled with Super-LumiNova for exceptional visibility in low-light and underwater environments. True to the original Benthos concept, the oversized minute hand allows divers to quickly monitor elapsed dive time, while the unidirectional rotating bezel provides precise and secure timing functionality. The clean, purposeful layout reflects the watch’s origins as a professional diving instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003ePowering the Benthos Professional DLC Black is the Swiss-made La Joux-Perret G100 automatic movement. Renowned for its reliability and modern performance, this premium calibre offers an impressive 68-hour power reserve, ensuring dependable operation even when left unworn for several days. Combining robust construction with excellent accuracy, the movement perfectly complements the watch’s tool-watch credentials.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eCompleting the watch is a genuine ISOfrane® rubber strap, widely regarded as one of the finest dive watch straps ever produced. Originally developed for professional diving applications, the ISOfrane® strap is celebrated for its exceptional comfort, flexibility and durability. Its lightweight design, resistance to saltwater and secure fit make it the ideal companion for a watch built to excel beneath the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCombining the unmistakable character of the original Benthos with modern materials, contemporary specifications and a striking DLC-coated finish, the Aquastar Benthos Professional DLC Black is a compelling tribute to one of diving’s most innovative timepieces. Designed for adventure yet refined enough for everyday wear, it represents the perfect fusion of heritage, performance and modern craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquastar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54123317985621,"sku":"BENTHOS-PRO PVD \/ DLC","price":1530.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/3720\/2517\/files\/image491121848.jpg?v=1781253025"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.watchnation.com\/de-de\/collections\/aquastar-benthos-professional.oembed","provider":"WatchNation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}