A Watch To Make You Smile | The Nivada Grenchen Depthmaster Review
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- Опубликовано: 10 июл 2024
- WatchGecko Review - The Nivada Grenchen Depthmaster
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A watch to make you smile!
A few months ago we shared the news that well-adored watch brand Nivada Grenchen was making a return through the re-release of their serious-looking Chronomaster Aviator Sea Diver chronographs. Well, it seems the new Nivada team show no signs of slowing down as their next release is here, the Depthmaster.
But first, a little history lesson...
The Depthmaster was initially released in the mid-1960s to meet the newly founded desire for ‘water proof’ watches. The brand not only met this demand, but smashed all the competition out of the water (literally) as the watch came with an impressive 100 atm (1,000m) water resistance rating, a record that would stand until a little known brand called Rolex released their Sea-Dweller.
Stats aside, the Depthmaster not only had a pretty cool name (come on, Depthmaster sounds amazing) but its compelling case and many dial variations ensured it remained a memorable watch for many. Panerai popularised the cushion style case but with its reduced size the Depthmaster became known as the ‘baby Panerai’.
The other distinct feature came via this specific dial variation which encompassed an art deco era via its hour markers. Thanks to its 6 and 9 resembling a dot eating, ghost evading yellow playable character known as Pacman, a new nickname was born. ‘The Pacman watch’ from Nivada Grenchen joins a long line of other funky names that all play a part in helping these watches stick in people’s mind.
And thanks to modern Nivada Grenchen, they can now be on your wrist with just a few clicks on a website...
The Nivada Grenchen Depthmaster - What it does
When we took a look at the Chronomaster Aviator Sea Diver from Nivada recently, we praised the brand for staying true and honest to their original models.
There is a reason why the originals are so loved. Why change a working formula? Fortunately, Nivada continued down this path with the Depthmaster with many of the original designs, proportions and charm still being retained. The case width has received a small buff from 38mm to 39mm the thickness is just over 13mm at 13.3mm and the distance between each set of chunky lugs is just 47mm.
There is no solid chamfered edge here, just a rounded off smooth transition from radial brushed steel on the top of the watch to a beautiful polished side. It makes for a refreshing change actually and one that suits this watch's purposeful past. Speaking of the past, the same 100 atm or 1,000m water resistance rating remains on the new re-issues with a helium escape valve on the left-hand side of the case.
Next, we come to another huge stand out visual feature on this watch, the all-steel rotating diver bezel. It is surprisingly bold for a watch that has quite a small footprint, a common theme for the Depthmaster. The bezel is easy to use, solid and very clicky. It’s exactly what makes watch collectors tick.
Another reason why the Depthmaster will make you tick will be down to their unique dials. To start with let's run through your available options when looking to buy the Depthmaster. First up are the two Arabic numeral models which are available with a matt black dial with yellowed hands & hour markers and a date at 3 o'clock. The other colour option here is a sunburst green dial, also with matching yellowed lume and date at three.
Where this model further stands out is thanks to its lollipop seconds hand in red and spade hour hand. This dial version did feature on original models however it isn’t as recognisable when compared to the Pacman dials. 
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Intriguing. Cool that it's customizable. Narrator on this channel does nice work; I do similar stuff for my employer. Thanks.
A friend of mine just bought one of these, well finished, built like a tank and a decent size instead of the normal 44-48 mm dish plates. The weight distribution is great as well so it sits on your wrist perfectly.
Great review of the Nivada Grenchen Depthmaster. I can't wait for my Depthmaster watches to arrive in June/July...
Fantastic video and watch!! ❤️
Great video, great watch!
Still waiting for mine.... however nobody in the 60s called it the mini-Panerai because in the 60s nobody knew nothing about Panerai.
I am getting my pacman soon but wish entire case was brushed and not part polished
Hello., whats the difference between Nivada Grenchen, and Nivada sold in Mexico?
Seems like a cross between Paneri, Vostok and Glashutte. With such a small dial shame it wasn't 40 or 41mm.
Size is what makes it special.
There are many DEEP dive watches that are big. Making a big dive watch is nothing special .. but it is a show of engineering to make a 1000 meter diver under 40mm...
Well judging from those macro shots, I'd say QC is pretty bad or the finishing is just not that good.
I mean look at those dusts, and smudges on hour hands at 0:38 1:46
Feels like this is just another zombie brand like Smiths with fake history and poor quality.
No lumed second hand for a 1000m diver.. That's plain crazy
It remains faithful to the original
Not my cup of tea, too small and don't like the Pacman numbers, but good review, thank you 👍🏻👍🏻
It's so ugly that it's fugly. I'm saving for it.
Shame it's not 2 or 3mm bigger as I love the design.
42mm would be perfect.
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SO THAT WAS A WASTE OF MY TIME 🙄
In all fairness, these models were promoted last year and did not immediately sell out at the time. If you follow them on IG or subscribe, you'll be able to buy in advance when they come up with new variants.
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Watch is nice but it looks like an undercover to be quite honest
Better than overpriced tool watch Rolex.
Pretty much every watch brand is.