Favre-Leuba Bathy 50

There's something undeniably magnetic about a dive watch from the late '60s or early 1970s—those bold colors, that purposeful build, the sense that it was engineered for far more than a desk. This Favre-Leuba Bathy 50 hits all those notes and more. Pick it up and you immediately feel it: a blocky, tank-like case that seems built for missions, not moments. The light blue bezel pairs beautifully with the darker blue/black and white dial, punctuated by sharp red accents, creating a look that's both vintage-cool and unexpectedly modern. Inside, a proprietary movement co-developed with Peseux—one of the era's most respected time-only specialists—underscores the serious horological intent.

In a sea of iconic divers—the Submariner, the Fifty Fathoms, the Seamaster 300—it's the left-field discoveries that remind us why we fell in love with collecting in the first place. The Bathy 50 belongs to that rarified group. Rather than rely on off-the-shelf solutions, Favre-Leuba engineered a purpose-built instrument with a clever internal diaphragm that measures depth directly on the dial. Add in a rotating timing bezel, a screw-down crown, an expandable strap, and enough wrist presence to give an Omega Ploprof a sideways glance, and you're looking at one of the era's most delightfully over-engineered tools.

It's also a window into the brand's renaissance. Although Favre-Leuba's lineage dates back to the early 18th century, its mid-century output is what captivates vintage enthusiasts today—those beautifully esoteric pieces created during a period of intense innovation. The Bathy 50 stands as one of the brand's most audacious ideas: quirky, functional, charming as hell, and perfect for anyone craving a vintage diver with real heft, history, and personality.

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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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