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Doxa Sharkhunter, ref. SUB600T, Limited Edition 31 Of 3000, 2004

DocumentedDocumented from a dealer's listing; attribution and date as stated by the dealer.
Maker / attribution
DOXA (maker)
Date
2004
Country of origin
Switzerland
Object type
Wristwatch
Dimensions
Case 42 mm
Stock no.
vws2833
Credit line
Dealer listing, Vintage Watch Specialist (vws2833)
Catalogue title (original)
Doxa Sharkhunter - Model Ref: SUB600T - Limited Edition 31 Of 3000 - Box and Papers - 2004 (English)

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Record summary

Catalogued by Vintage Watch Specialist (dealer), United Kingdom (stock number vws2833), this is a wristwatch by DOXA, made in Switzerland, dated 2004. The Atlas places it in the Mechanical Renaissance period (1990 – 2010) of its Wristwatches collection. Recorded dimensions: Case 42 mm. The record is illustrated with 6 photographs.

Assembled from the source record's structured fields. Dates and attributions are given as the source states them; where a field is missing the Atlas leaves it blank rather than estimating.

Catalogue description

Dealer description — Vintage Watch Specialist

An Immaculate and Rare Doxa Sharkhunter SUB 600T Limited Edition, Sold With Box and Papers, Dated 2004. Doxa watches have a rich and fascinating history that spans over a century. The story of Doxa began in 1889, when Georges Ducommun founded the company in Le Locle, Switzerland. Initially specializing in pocket watches, Doxa quickly gained recognition for its precision and craftsmanship. In the early 20th century, Doxa introduced wristwatches and became one of the pioneers in this emerging trend. Their designs combined elegance with functionality, making them popular among both men and women. However, it was in the 1960s that Doxa truly made its mark on the watchmaking industry. They launched their iconic "Sub" collection, which revolutionized diving watches. These timepieces had unique features such as an orange dial for improved underwater visibility and a unidirectional rotating bezel for accurate dive timing. The Sub collection gained immense popularity among professional divers and enthusiasts alike. What’s On Offer The Doxa Sub 600T - an iconic reference and just look at the condition of this watch! The dial is immaculate with block hour markers and chunky hands which are both luminous, this watch is fantastic for visibility in low light! Both hands are white on this example giving it the nickname 'The Great White', you will note that the non-limited edition equivalents to this watch have one orange hand. There is also a dial aperture at 3 o'clock which completes the dial which is encapsulated underneath mineral crystal. The bezel is also in superb shape with depth denoted in a zesty orange which adds a sporting accent. The case is incredibly well preserved with barely a mark, you really need to see this watch, the condition is incredible for a 20 year old watch it has clearly been meticulously cared for. Though the dimensions of this watch are meaty at 42mm (excluding crown) in width and 45mm in length and it certainly has a presence of the wrist, it remains surprisingly light and comfortable. The watch is paired with its original Doxa beads-of-rice bracelet with a folding clasp that boasts the Doxa signature as does the crown - Doxa through and through. This is a limited edition watch, only 3000 were produced and if you could find one in this condition I would be very surprised - it is almost new old stock condition and it is sold with its original box and papers - I cannot find another for sale. A fantastic watch for everyday wear, running well and keeping good time. Additional information Made from Case: Stainless Steel Dial: Black Crystal: Mineral Bracelet: Stainless Steel Technical specifications Winding: Automatic Movement Type: Mechanical Calibre: Sellita SW 200-1 Jewels: 26 Waterproof: When new Power reserve: 38hrs Purchase details Condition: Excellent Model Reference: SUB600T Date of issue: 2004 Dimensions Width (without crown): 42mm Lug width: 20mm Lug height: (lug to lug) 45mm Wrist size: 185mm approx (plus extra link)

Historical context

Mechanical Renaissance (1990 – 2010)

Mechanical watches return as cultural objects; independent watchmaking flourishes.

Mechanical watches returned as cultural and luxury objects. Complications, tourbillons and new materials proliferated; independent watchmakers such as George Daniels, F.P. Journe and Philippe Dufour revived artisanal watchmaking; collecting vintage watches became a major field.

Read the period in the timelineMore wristwatches from this periodEarlier: Quartz Revolution

Atlas type guide

Wristwatches

Bracelet watches were worn by women from the early nineteenth century — Breguet made one for Caroline Murat, Queen of Naples, in 1810–12 — but the wristwatch only became a man's instrument with military use and aviation in the early twentieth century. Between the World Wars it overtook the pocket watch; the 1920s and 1930s brought rectangular Art Deco cases, water-resistant cases and the first automatic winding systems.

After 1945 the wristwatch became a carrier of identity — dress watches, sports and dive watches, chronographs, calendars — produced by Swiss, American, Japanese, German, Soviet and Chinese industries. The quartz revolution after 1969 and the mechanical renaissance since the 1990s, including the rise of independent watchmakers, complete the story.

What to look for

  • The reference number (between the lugs or inside the case back) and serial number, the starting point for dating.
  • The calibre: its maker and number are often stamped under the dial or on the bridge.
  • Originality of dial, hands and crown — refinished ('redial') dials are common.
  • Case material marks: 18K/750, 14K/585, stainless steel, gold-filled, plated.

Dating clues

  • Wire-lug cases: before c. 1925.
  • Water-resistant screw-down cases: from 1926.
  • Quartz movements: from 1969; sapphire crystals widespread after c. 1980.

General guidance written by the Atlas editors about this kind of object. It is not a statement about this particular piece; for that, rely on the source record above and on physical examination.

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