Sandoz Depthmaster 1000

Why We Love It

There is no doubt that vintage dive watches hold a special place in the hearts of many collectors, ourselves included.

With their simple, clean designs and reliable, robust movements, the aquatically-oriented tool watches of the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s were built to accompany the adventurous across the globe. Their mandate was to keep time reliably and without incident, even in the darkest depths.

This particular watch, a Sandoz Depthmaster 1000, was introduced to the world in 1963 with an ad campaign that triumphantly declared it to be "probably the most waterproof watch." Whatever the veracity of that statement, the 1000m depth rating wouldn't be surpassed until Rolex released the Sea-Dweller in 1967. This was without question a tool watch ahead of its time.

The Depthmaster is in a class of watches produced by a number of manufacturers including Nivada, Alpha, Le Phare, LeCoultre and others, and are commonly referred to as "Baby Panerais", due to the obvious similarities in case design. However, at 37.5mm, they are infinitely more wearable and subtle than their Italian cousins, and are far more suitable for smaller wrists.

Powered by a formidable A. Schild Calibre 1712 automatic winding movement, this beautiful old diver not only harkens back to an era of exploring marine frontiers, but also offers a great value with the classic dive watch formula- a stark, legible dial, rotating dive-timing bezel, luminous hands, screw-down crown, and -- of course -- a no frills, bomb-proof case!

Our Pledge

Analog:Shift stands behind the authenticity of our products in perpetuity.

Condition

Since our pieces are vintage or pre-owned, please expect wear & patina from usage and age. Please read each item description and examine all product images.

Warranty

We back each Analog:Shift vintage timepiece with a one-year mechanical warranty from the date of purchase.

International Buyers

Please contact us prior to purchase for additional details on shipping and payment options.

All of our watches include complementary insured shipping within the 50 states.

Most of our products are on hand and will ship directly from our headquarters in New York City. In some cases, watches will be shipped directly from one of our authorized partners.

We generally ship our products via FedEx, fully insured, within 5 business days of purchase. An adult signature is required for receipt of all packages for insurance purposes. Expedited shipping is available at an additional cost. We are also happy to hand deliver your purchase in Manhattan or you may pick it up at our showroom.

Returns must be sent overnight or by priority international delivery, fully insured and paid for by the customer. A restocking fee may apply. Watches must be returned in the same condition as initially shipped.

We welcome international buyers, please contact us prior to purchase for additional details on shipping and payment options.