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Aquastar was created with a very clear focus in mind, to manufacture purpose-built tool watches for the water. Aquastar was founded in 1962 as a subsidiary of the well-established Swiss brand JeanRichard SA. The 1960s saw a boom in water sports so it was only natural that watch brands rode the wave in supplying tool watches where in need. Water sports and exploration were so popular during this time even Jacques Cousteau became involved with the Aquastar when he tested and proudly wore Aquastar divers. The Aquatsar 63 you see here is from the late 1960s and was one of the best divers you could find with a 200-meter depth rating and priced lower than competitors with similar capabilities.

Brand: Aquastar

Model: 63 reference 1713

Case: 37.5mm wide (excluding crown), 47mm tall, 11mm thick, all stainless steel, screw-down case back, original signed crown, domed reinforced plexiglass crystal, serial 506xxx

Movement: AS 1712/18, automatic, recently serviced 10/15/21

Bracelet/ Strap: Marine Blue Pebbled Calfskin (MSRP: $65), 20mm lug width

Features: Inner rotating bi-directional bezel, tritium lume, date window, sunburst dial, lollipop seconds, screw-down case back, signed crown, domed crystal, circa the late 1960s

Box & Papers: No

Condition: In overall great all original condition. The dial on this Aqustar is very good, oftentimes these dials patina heavily due to the hefty amount of lume provided so finding one in even this good of condition is rare. The case is good with some signs of light polishing in the past but nothing over the top. There are some tool scratches on the case back but no other scratches can be seen on the top portion of the case. The movement has been recently serviced and keeps accurate time when tested.

Backed by our one-year repair warranty. Accompanied by a free Suede Travel Pouch.