Bathyscaphe Green Dial Zero45 Bronze Bezel: a dive watch with a bold character
The market for micro-watch brands continues to expand with new players focusing on limited production runs and strong visual identities. BATISCAFO fits into this category, prioritizing automatic watches inspired by the world of diving and produced in small batches. One of its standout models is the Green Dial Zero45 Bezel Bronze Seiko NH35A—a diver’s watch combining a bronze case, a reliable Japanese movement, and a distinctly utilitarian aesthetic. It is available for around €395... provided they haven't already sold out!
Batiscafo: a design-led micro-brand
BATISCAFO was founded by automotive and marine designer Andrei Trofimtchouk. The brand’s philosophy centers on offering watches with original designs, produced in limited series and sold directly to enthusiasts—often via crowdfunding campaigns. This approach keeps production volumes low while maintaining a price point that is relatively accessible given the materials used. All BATISCAFO models are released as limited editions, with each watch featuring an individual number engraved on the case. Once a series sells out, the brand states that it is never reproduced in the exact same form.
A 45mm bronze diver’s watch
The Zero45 Bezel Bronze embodies the hallmarks of contemporary dive watches while showcasing a distinctive personality. Its 45mm case is crafted from CuSn8 bronze, an alloy prized by enthusiasts for the patina it naturally develops over time. Consequently, each watch evolves uniquely depending on its environment and usage. The case back is made of stainless steel to prevent direct contact between the bronze and the wearer's skin. The watch also features a unidirectional rotating bezel—an essential element for any dive watch—and a sapphire crystal for enhanced scratch resistance. Its green dial employs a "sandwich" construction with Super-LumiNova coating to ensure excellent legibility in low-light conditions.
The Seiko NH35A automatic movement
Inside, BATISCAFO utilizes the Seiko NH35A, a Japanese automatic movement widely popular in the micro-brand world. This three-hand caliber with a date display is renowned for its robustness, ease of maintenance, and power reserve of approximately 41 hours. By using this movement, the brand opts for a proven, reliable solution while keeping the price point competitive.
Water resistance rated at 300 meters
The Green Dial Zero45 Bezel Bronze is designed for serious aquatic use. BATISCAFO specifies a water resistance rating of 30 bar (300 meters), complemented by a screw-down crown and a unidirectional diving bezel. These features position it among the brand's most robust dive watches. The vintage-style fabric strap is paired with a bronze buckle. The watch comes with several accessories, including screwdrivers for easy strap changes, spare lug screws, and a warranty card.
A limited run of 210 pieces
The Green Dial Zero45 Bezel Bronze (Seiko NH35A) is part of a limited production run of 210 units for the bronze models powered by the Seiko NH35A movement. This strategy aligns with BATISCAFO’s philosophy of prioritizing small-batch collections to maintain exclusivity.
Price and availability
At launch, the Green Dial Zero45 Bezel Bronze (Seiko NH35A) is priced at 449 US dollars. BATISCAFO also offers variants equipped with Swiss ETA movements, as well as titanium versions, at higher price points.
Briefly about the Seiko NH35A Green Dial Zero45 Bezel Bronze Diver
With the Green Dial Zero45 Bezel Bronze Seiko NH35A, BATISCAFO continues its approach of offering diving watches with a singular design, manufactured in limited series and equipped with proven mechanical movements. Its CuSn8 bronze case, its 300-meter water resistance and its Seiko NH35A automatic movement make it a proposition intended for tool watch enthusiasts looking for a model with a strong personality, while remaining in a price range generally associated with watchmaking micro-brands.
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Editor: Éric Barse
Journalist, entrepreneur, and founder of the websites www.cafe-racer-only.com and www.scooter-3-roues.com, Eric Barse divides his time between his passions: motorcycles, travel, and watches. A graduate of the Saint-Cyr military academy and the 2nd RPIMA (Parachute Regiment) before pursuing a career in communications and digital media, he has a true passion for authentic watches that have accompanied his two-wheeled adventures for many years, from the Indian Ocean to Africa and Latin America!
