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U-Boat Classico
53 Chrono. Cream Dial S/Steel Tan Leather Auto. 53mm 2272
R23 999
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U-Boat Classico
Limited Edition
R18 048
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U-Boat Classico
U-47 New 2024 7797
R25 815
+ R1 825 for shipping
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5365 U-Boat U-5365S automatico
R9 024
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Darkmoon Unico Ref.9600/A Full Set Neu
R26 945
+ R4 247 for shipping
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U-Boat Tipo 01
50mm Titanio BK/BR Limited Edition
R46 098
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U-65 44mm SS White 3354
R35 034
+ R1 805 for shipping
U-Boat
Sommerso Bronze
R33 973
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DARKMOON 44MM UNICO REF. 9600
R23 510
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U-Boat Classico
53mm Classico LHD PVD Chronograph
R14 715
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U-Boat
Darkmoon 44 Unico grau/braun
R26 520
+ R849 for shipping
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U-Boat Classico
Sommerso Classico Full set
R38 177
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U-Boat Chimera
43 B&b Mother Of Pearl Chimera Auto Full set with box paper
R42 494
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U-Boat Classico
Full set with paper box
R23 848
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9534/A Darkmoon Green IPB Herrenuhr 44mm 5ATM
R23 887
+ R849 for shipping
U-Boat
Capsoil Doppiotempo Black DLC Steel Black Dial Rubber Mens Watch 8841
R27 272
+ R1 328 for shipping
U-Boat Classico
chr-B 53 black
R13 801
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B48-08 U-BOAT Superbe modèle rare en excellent état avec boitier
R16 986
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U-65 44mm SS Turquoise 3352
R35 034
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U-Boat Flightdeck
U-7750/50
R22 295
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Darkmoon Blue Ss Soleil 44mm Edicion Limitada Polizia
R19 088
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U-Boat Classico
45mm Full set serviced ref.4553
R16 986
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U-Boat
1938 Doppiotempo
R29 726
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Darkmoon 44 Red Ipb Black Ref. Full set. MINT. not a scratch worn once feb 2025
R13 829
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Darkmoon 44 Ip Full set
R16 595
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U-Boat Chimera
46 Skeleton U-boat titanium class5 8066 chimera full set
R152 558
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U-Boat
9543 Sommerso Orange IPB Automatik Herrenuhr 46mm 30ATM
R52 021
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Darkmoon preto PVD mostrador vermelho pulseira de borracha preta quartzo 9501
R14 364
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Capsoil Chrono Dlc
R35 034
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U-Boat Chimera
Chrono
R92 197
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Italo Fontana Acciaio FLIGHTDECK Steel Automatic 50mm U-7750/50 Watch BOX
R22 865
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Classic Thousands of Feet Black & Orange Dial Black PVD. Manual Wind 50mm 00443742-001
R25 999
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Herren Uhr Capsoil 8108/A Neu
R21 212
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Sommerso Ref.9015/MT Full Set Neu
R58 773
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U-Boat Flightdeck
RARE Italo Fontana 55mm 316L SS Case w/crystal bezel
R20 283
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Sommerso 8486 Sommerso Bronze Automatic 300M
R37 211
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U-Boat Classico
45mm
R33 973
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U-Boat Classico
45mm U-Boat Classico champagnerfarben mit Lederarmband
R12 527
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Ub 1020-1 Brand new and full set
R17 344
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9522 Darkmoon Yellow IPB Herrenuhr 44mm 5ATM
R21 021
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U-Boat Classico
8105 Automatic Steel New
R26 534
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U-Boat Classico
New Harley Davidson ALPS 500 gara di regolaritá New nuovo limited
R40 342
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FIRENZE Bronze Diamond Special Edition 1 Of 1 45mm Black Rose-Cut Diamond
R119 763
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1938 Doppiotempo Great watch 2024 Dec model with case paperwork fantastic co
R28 901
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Sommerso Komplett mit Box und Papieren
R38 007
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U-Boat Chimera
Ss Limited Edition Chimera Green 8529 - Limited Edition
R43 846
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28 Volledige set met box
R29 726
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Impetus
R23 823
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9667 Sommerso Green IPB Automatik Herrenuhr 46mm 30ATM
R48 411
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U-Boat Classico
Sommerso Classico Like new condition! U-28 46mm Ref 9007/A
R28 120
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48 U-boat 7337 automatic ceramica 48mm new strap
R29 089
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Darkmoon 44mm Red Ipb Black New 2024 8466/B
R16 595
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Sommerso Ref.9669 Full Set Neu
R41 532
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Capsoil Chrono Ss
R27 603
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Sommerso Automatic Steel Black Rubber Date Divers Mens Watch 9521
R37 229
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U-Boat Classico
45mm With box
R16 595
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9538 Darkmoon Orange IPB Herrenuhr 44mm 5ATM
R23 887
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U-Boat Classico
Doppiotempo 46 Bronzo GR
R40 130
+ R2 548 for shipping
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Sommerso Bronzo - 46 mm - New Watch
R49 897
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Doppiotempo 46mm Bronze/Full Set 2024
R47 732
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U-Boat: Oversized Retro Watches

U-Boat is one of the youngest companies in the watch industry; however, its roots stretch all the way back to 1942. Inspired by the military watches of the World War II era, these timepieces combine masculine retro charm with Italian chic.

Retro Design for the New Millennium

U-Boat watches each have their own personality yet are united by their hefty designs. Founded by Italo Fontana, this Italian luxury watch manufacturer crafts timepieces inspired by the watches Fontana's grandfather, Ilvo Fontana, designed for the Italian navy in 1942. Like their historical predecessors, U-Boat watches stand out with their clean, easy-to-read dials and robust cases.

One of the most unique details shared by many models is the prominent crown guard. It's actually a cap that screws down over the crown. A hinged bracket keeps the unscrewed cap attached to the case. Of course, this mechanism is itself rather imposing. However, these watches are still remarkably comfortable on the wrist since the crown is located on the left side of the case.

At 45 to 56 mm in diameter and 15 mm thick, U-Boat wristwatches are among the largest of their kind. In 2019, the manufacturer also introduced a series of 38-mm timepieces that are largely geared toward a female audience. Regardless of their size, U-Boat offers their different models in a wide range of materials. These include stainless steel, gold, titanium, and bronze, as well as less conventional materials like sterling silver, carbon, ceramic, and tungsten. Each watch features scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and is water-resistant to at least 100 m (10 bar, 328 ft), with the U-42 collection boasting 300 m (30 bar, 984 ft) of water resistance.

U-Boat produces their timepieces in Italy. However, they source both their quartz and automatic calibers from Swiss movement manufacturer ETA. While U-Boat modifies the calibers to their specifications, they generally forgo any additional decoration. These are tool watches, after all.

Reasons to Buy a U-Boat Watch

  • A model inspired by Italian military watches from the 1940s
  • Distinctive crown guard
  • Crown on the left-hand side
  • Makes its presence known (38 to 56 mm in diameter)
  • Reliable Swiss calibers from ETA

Prices at a Glance: U-Boat Watches

Model/Reference numberPrice (approx.)Feature(s)
Capsoil SS, 81101,300 USDOil-filled case, quartz movement
Classico Sommerso, 9007/A1,600 USDDiving bezel, 24-hour display
Classico 45 Chronograph, 22692,100 USDChronograph, date
Thousands of Feet, 53272,200 USDSmall seconds dial
Flightdeck CAS, 61172,500 USDChronograph, date
Classico Doppiotempo, 90882,700 USDGMT, date, bronze case
U-42, 61573,500 USDWater-resistant to 300 m (984 ft), titanium case
Chimera Carbon/Titanium, 80575,500 USDChronograph, date, carbon and titanium case
U-42 Unicum, 80885,900 USDArtificially aged, water-resistant to 300 m (984 ft), titanium case
Flightdeck 925, 728614,000 USDChronograph, date, sterling silver, diamonds
Flightdeck 50 CA, 624822,500 USDChronograph, date, yellow gold case

Oversized Tool Watches for Fashion-Forward Men

The U-Boat catalog can generally be split into two categories. On the one hand are the robust and masculine timepieces, and on the other you'll find collections with rather elegant designs.

The watches of the Chimera collection firmly belong to the first category. With cases measuring 15 mm in height and between 43 and 48 mm in diameter, their size alone is enough to demand attention. Then there's the design. Five clearly visible screws hold the bezel, main case, and case back together. U-Boat's characteristic crown cap and bracket mechanism further underscore this timepiece's impressive appearance. Thanks to their bronze cases, models like the Chimera 46 Bronze Sapphire ref. 8083 call to mind images of vintage diving helmets.

Those who prefer more modern designs should take a closer look at the refs. 8057 and 8065. U-Boat crafts these timepieces out of materials like carbon and tungsten, bringing the retro look into the 21st century.

When it comes to dials, the Chimera collection has it all – from the clean tool watch look to intricate skeletonization. Prices for three-hand Chimera watches fall between 4,200 and 6,700 USD. Chimera chronographs use a modified Valjoux 7750 movement and cost anywhere from 5,400 to 8,400 USD, depending on the model.

U-42: Not Your Average Diving Watch

If you're looking to make a statement with your diving watch, the U-Boat U-42 more than fits the bill. These timepieces measure a staggering 46 to 53 mm in diameter. In addition to simple three-hand watches and {lex-chronograph,chronographs}, you'll also find a model with a GMT display. The entire collection is united by its unconventional porthole design with a crown resembling the kind of lock used on ship windows. You can wind and set the watch by releasing the lever and flipping the crown up. The use of rivets as indices on the rotatable diving bezel completes the nautical look.

Each U-42 is made of lightweight yet robust titanium and comes with either a sand-blasted finish or a black coating. For something truly one of a kind, you should check out the U-42 Unicum editions. This model goes through an artificial aging process, meaning no two timepieces are the same.

You can purchase a three-hand U-42 for as little as 3,500 USD. Versions with a chronograph or GMT function cost between 4,000 and 4,300 USD. Unicum watches are the most expensive with prices starting around 5,800 USD.

Flightdeck and Thousands of Feet

The Flightdeck and Thousands of Feet collections are perfect for fans of pilot's watches. Their hands and dials are modeled after the instruments found in historical aircraft. With its rounded square case and four drilled holes, the Thousands of Feet looks like it was plucked straight off a dashboard. By comparison, the round Flightdeck pilot's chronograph feels downright classic. However, its large crown and bracketed cap mean there's no mistaking it for anything other than a U-Boat timepiece.

The Thousands of Feet is available in brushed stainless steel or with a black PVD coating and demands between 2,000 and 2,200 USD. The version with a black stainless steel case and 18-karat rose gold bezel is much rarer and, therefore, more expensive. This model requires an investment of about 10,800 USD.

The Flightdeck also comes in your choice of brushed or black stainless steel. The standard editions change hands for between 2,400 and 2,700 USD. U-Boat also offers a ceramic Flightdeck model, which costs a solid 3,700 USD. The top models bear the reference numbers 7286 and 6248. The 7286 is made of sterling silver – Italo Fontana's favorite material. Its surface features artificial cracks filled with tiny black diamonds. You can call one of these beautiful timepieces your own for about 14,000 USD. Then there's the ref. 6248 with its solid yellow gold case, crown, and crown guard. If you're interested in this model, be sure to have around 22,500 USD on hand.

U-Boat Watches for Formal Occasions

U-Boat has proven time and time again that large military-inspired designs and elegance are not mutually exclusive. The manufacturer produces several collections in this style, of which the Classico is the most comprehensive. Clean, easy-to-read dials define these timepieces. Large Arabic numerals at 4, 8, and 12 immediately catch the eye, while the other hours are marked using narrow line indices. Like their tool watch brethren, each Classico model features an oversized crown with a hinged bracket.

The Classico collection contains everything from simple three-hand watches like the ref. 8105 and chronographs like the ref. 8077 to sportier editions like the ref. 9099 with a second time zone and a bidirectional 12-hour bezel. In terms of case material, you can choose from stainless steel, bronze, titanium, or tungsten.

Classico prices vary by model and functionality and range from 1,800 to 2,900 USD.

Filled With Oil: The Capsoil

The Capsoil collection is unlike any other in U-Boat's portfolio. While they share the same basic dial design as the Classico, these watches feel much more delicate than their sister models. This is largely due to their lack of a bezel. Instead, the highly domed sapphire crystal seamlessly transitions into the stainless steel case, and the dial stretches the watch's full width. By filling the watch with oil, U-Boat heightens the effect of this already unorthodox design and its intense matte black dial. A single air bubble both balances the pressure within the watch and adds even more depth to the dial.

Like every U-Boat watch, the crown is located on the left-hand side. However, in this instance, U-Boat's designers have forgone the large crown and cap in favor of a nearly imperceptible flat crown. As a result, this timepiece feels especially refined and almost like a dress watch despite its 45-mm case.

The Capsoil is one of a handful of U-Boat watches with a quartz movement. You can view the movement at work through the sapphire crystal case back. There are both three-hand and chronograph models available in either brushed stainless steel or with a black DLC (diamond-like carbon) coating. Three-hand timepieces sell for between 1,300 and 1,500 USD, while chronographs cost slightly more at 1,400 to 1,700 USD.

U-Boat: A Young Company With Deep Roots

According to company legend, Italo Fontana founded U-Boat in 2000 after discovering sketches and drafts for robust wristwatches left behind by his grandfather, Ilvo Fontana. The Italian navy had commissioned Ilvo to design the watches in 1942; however, they never reached production.

Italo, himself a successful designer for the family's fashion line, was so fascinated by his grandfather's designs that he decided to make those decades-old dreams a reality. However, after establishing his new company, it would take seven years before U-Boat was able to present their first complete timepiece. Brand developer and creator Mounir Moufarrige helped Fontana's budding business make a name for itself. Moufarrige had previously guided the development of other major brands like Alfred Dunhill, Montblanc, Chloé, and Panerai.

Today, U-Boat's unconventional creations enjoy widespread popularity, including among the Hollywood elite. Sylvester Stallone, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Tom Cruise, and Bar Rafaeli are all frequent U-Boat wearers. The music industry also has plenty of U-Boat fans, among them James Blunt, Kiss legend Paul Stanley, and Rammstein frontman Till Lindemann.