Spinnaker has unveiled the Fleuss 40 Automatic – 145th Limited Edition to mark a significant milestone in the world of diving. This special edition commemorates the 145th anniversary of Henry Fleuss’s pioneering rebreather test, a groundbreaking development in underwater exploration. Featuring a refined 40mm case size, this limited-edition collection is available in 600 pieces worldwide, combining modern design with vintage inspirations.
Celebrating 145 Years of Diving Innovation
The Fleuss 40 Automatic collection pays tribute to Henry Fleuss, who is credited with inventing the self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (Scuba) in 1878. Each watch in this series reflects Fleuss’s pioneering spirit, with muted, vintage-inspired colors that honor the history of diving while maintaining a modern design aesthetic.
Designed for Exploration, Crafted for Distinction
The Fleuss 40 Automatic is engineered with precision. The watch features a 40mm stainless steel case with a screw-down crown and a sapphire lens, ensuring both durability and clarity. Powered by the Miyota 9 series automatic movement, the watch offers reliable timekeeping with 3-hand functionality. Each model comes with a solid stainless-steel bracelet with a fold-over buckle and an additional rubber strap for versatility.
The collection’s water resistance is rated at 15 ATM, making it suitable for both diving and everyday wear. Spinnaker’s attention to detail extends to the applied index markers, illuminated with Swiss Super-LumiNova for visibility in low-light conditions.
Four Unique Color Variations
The Fleuss 40 Automatic – 145th Limited Edition is available in four distinct colorways, each inspired by the vintage era of dive watches:
- Cerulean Blue (SP-5133-44)
- Limited to 150 pieces
- Features a blue dial with a brown rubber strap
- Price: $450.00 USD
- Coral Red (SP-5133-77)
- Limited to 100 pieces
- Features a red dial with a khaki rubber strap
- Price: $450.00 USD
- Deep Blue (SP-5133-66)
- Limited to 150 pieces
- Features a blue dial with a blue rubber strap
- Price: $450.00 USD
- Fern Grey (SP-5133-88)
- Limited to 200 pieces
- Features a green dial with a green rubber strap
- Price: $450.00 USD
Each watch in the collection is individually numbered, further enhancing its exclusivity.
Technical Specifications
- Movement: Japanese Miyota 9 series automatic, 3-hand functionality
- Case Material: Stainless Steel
- Case Size: 40mm
- Case Thickness: 11mm
- Lug to Lug: 47mm
- Dial: Available in Cerulean Blue, Coral Red, Deep Blue, and Fern Grey
- Lens: Sapphire crystal
- Crown Type: Screw Down
- Bracelet: 20mm stainless steel with fold-over buckle and safety lock
- Additional Strap: Rubber strap in a complementary color
- Water Resistance: 15 ATM (150 meters)
- Weight: 190g
- Warranty: 2 years international warranty
A Refined Evolution of Fleuss’s Legacy
This limited-edition release marks a new chapter in the Fleuss collection, celebrating 145 years of dive watch innovation. The smaller 40mm case size, paired with vintage-inspired colorways, offers a fresh yet timeless appeal for collectors and enthusiasts alike.
