
Overall, the Bronzo Ceramic BZ is a premium addition to the new Sommerso collection, bringing a stunning new ceramic bezel. Strapping the watch on is through a bronze tang buckle with special antiqued anti-corrosion treatment. Laser-cut strap handmade from hand-finished calf leather and processed according to traditional artisan techniques gives the strap a naturally distressed look and feel, dark brown color. 8646/C comes with a 22mm vintage-themed brown leather strap with the Maison's logo. The U-Boat Sommerso Bronzo Ceramic BZ Ref.
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With that, the whole Sommerso is genuinely a full bronze dive watch. The design reminds one of a watertight hatch found in submarines, and a quirky naval mine is engraved in the center. Another signature touch would be to have a visible ruby sitting at 6 o'clock.įlipping the watch over is a unique patterned screw-down case-back in bronze material. It is being used here in this new Sommerso collection, while the only difference is the contrasting red hour hand for the 24-hour display. The handset is a typical U-Boat style, initially found on the Classico model. A matching date display blends nicely on the left side, and the unique 24 hours sub-dial balance off on the right. Sitting within, the iconic numeral and baton hour markers are done so in a luminous beige tone, treated with SuperLuminova on its superimposed black dial. Innovative crown release system (patented) at 8 o’clock for easy time and date setting Topping things off, a high-quality scratch-resistant flat sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating underneath.
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Notably, on the other side is engraved with the "U-boat" name and a bronze plaque that indicates the serial number of the piece.

Reminiscence of the old-school canteen bottle cap, the protective cap makes it an instant statement on the wrist. It's bold look thanks to the height of 16.5mm and 51mm lug to lug distance - a sizing that exemplifies the main appeal of what U-Boat watches are about.Īs mentioned earlier, the trademark-protected special protective device at 3 o'clock is unique and eye-catching. The all-new brown ceramic 120-click uni-directional diving bezel seamlessly complements the bronze case while offering superior scratch-resistant properties. The 46mm 316L full bronze case has a water-resistant of 300 meters, ready to be brought underwater. U-boatClassico Sommerso Bronze Ceramic 46mm Ref. And the time and date adjustments are made through the "destro" crown at the left side of the case, keeping with the U-Boat’s unique canteen cap, covering over the screw-down crown. The watch ticks at 28800BPH (4 Hertz) with a power reserve of 44 hours.


This 26 jewels ETA/Sellita movement is highly personalized to U-Boat specifications, allowing a 24 hours sub-dial display at 4 o'clock. 8646/C features a Swiss Made automatic movement. 8646/C is the latest offering with its unique bronze case and its latest ceramic bezel. From the manufacturing to the final assembly of the watch. Every U-Boat timepiece is individually handcrafted in Italy by master watchmakers, dedicated to the highest level of precision engineering and finishing, where care and attention to detail are evident throughout the entire process.
