Doxa Sub 300T Sharkhunter (Ref. 11899 4) Black Dial, 1960s

Dealer description — Craft & Tailored

Doxa S.A. was founded in 1889 by Georges Ducommun as a maker of dress watches and other timepieces. In the late 1960s, Doxa decided to dedicate resources to produce a timepiece to be used exclusively for diving. Doxa consulted with various Navy dive teams and divers, including Jacques Cousteau, who was then chairman of "U.S. Divers." Doxa's innovative watches were quickly adopted by both commercial and military divers. Jacques Cousteau, who at the time was the head of U.S. Divers, was so impressed by the Doxa Sub300T that he became a distributor of the reference in the United States and co-branded the dial of the Sub300T with the U.S. Divers logo. The Doxa company aimed to be the watch of choice for the emerging recreational diving community. With sturdy cases, high-visibility dials, and a smart bezel design, the Doxa Subs quickly became the watch of choice for recreational divers in both America and Europe. Doxa S.A. went through many acquisitions and changed ownership a few times over the years. Synchron bought Doxa in the late 1960s and added the brand to a group that also included Ernest Borel and Cyma, and was purchased again in 1978 by the Aubry Freres Company. SPECS Stock # DXSH300T-2 Brand DOXA Style SUB 300T Sharkhunter Model 11899 4 Serial 68XXXXX Size Men's Material Stainless Steel Dial Matte Black Millimeters 42 Strap Black NATO Strap CASE & BRACELET The crisp case displays strong factory finishing and dimensions, with no notable evidence of being polished in the past and honest wear from use present. The original bezel shows some wear, with only some of its original black enamel intact, though it remains in excellent condition. The original mineral glass crystal exhibits some scratches and wear. The case retains its original, unsigned crown. The caseback retains its sailboat medallion, with the factory engravings remaining deep and crisp. The watch will come supplied on a black NATO strap. DIAL & HANDS The matte black Sharkhunter dial is in exceptional condition, showing no blemishes or notable elements of age. The tritium lume plots have aged to a subtle seafoam-green patina and exhibit no degradation when inspected under UV light. The original tritium hands have aged to a slightly more creamy patina and show no degradation when inspected under UV light. ACCESSORIES None. The watch is keeping time and functioning perfectly; previous service history is unknown.