Calypso Depth Gauge

Regular price: $495
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Sale price: $495
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REF Aqua Lung

47 MM

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SKU	ASM0542
Article Number	39131773
ref	Aqua Lung
case size	47 MM
approximate age	1970s
material	Stainless Steel
category	Vintage
bracelet	Fabric
Includes	Striped fabric NATO strap with stainless steel pin buckle. Also includes its original box and booklet.
overall condition	great overall condition with some signs of wear from use over the years. case and dial are in excellent condition while the crystal has picked up some scratches.

REF Aqua Lung

47 MM

– Show less

SKU	ASM0542
Article Number	39131773
ref	Aqua Lung
case size	47 MM
approximate age	1970s
material	Stainless Steel
category	Vintage
bracelet	Fabric
Includes	Striped fabric NATO strap with stainless steel pin buckle. Also includes its original box and booklet.
overall condition	great overall condition with some signs of wear from use over the years. case and dial are in excellent condition while the crystal has picked up some scratches.

Details

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Before dive computers, before digital gauges, and even before many purpose-built dive watches, underwater exploration relied on simple mechanical tools — instruments that translated the pressures of the deep into information a diver could trust.

The Calypso wrist depth gauge is one of those wonderfully analog solutions.

Produced during the golden age of recreational diving, this compact mechanical depth gauge measures depth up to 200 feet, allowing divers to monitor their descent in real time. The bold black dial is highly legible, with large numerals and a sweeping indicator needle that responds directly to water pressure. At six o’clock, the unmistakable Aqua Lung logo reminds us of the era when Jacques Cousteau’s pioneering equipment was helping define modern scuba diving (and dive watches!).

The design is charmingly straightforward: a stainless steel case, domed crystal, and a dial layout that prioritizes clarity above all else. Unlike a traditional watch, the gauge simply tells you how deep you are — which, underwater, is arguably the more important question.

Fitted here on a grey-and-black striped military pass-through strap, the piece wears comfortably on the wrist and captures the rugged, exploratory spirit of mid-century dive gear.

Part instrument, part artifact of early scuba culture, the Calypso depth gauge is a reminder of a time when exploring the ocean required little more than a tank, a regulator, and a bit of mechanical ingenuity.

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Condition

Since our pieces are vintage or pre-owned, please expect wear & patina from usage and age. Please read each item description and examine all product images.

Warranty

We back each Analog:Shift vintage timepiece with a two-year mechanical warranty from the date of purchase.

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Shipping & Returns

All of our watches include complementary insured shipping within the 50 states.

Most of our products are on hand and will ship directly from our headquarters in New York City. In some cases, watches will be shipped directly from one of our authorized partners.

We generally ship our products via FedEx, fully insured, within 5 business days of purchase. An adult signature is required for receipt of all packages for insurance purposes. Expedited shipping is available at an additional cost. We are also happy to hand deliver your purchase in Manhattan or you may pick it up at our showroom.

Returns must be sent overnight or by priority international delivery, fully insured and paid for by the customer. A restocking fee may apply. Watches must be returned in the same condition as initially shipped.

We welcome international buyers, please contact us prior to purchase for additional details on shipping and payment options.