{"product_id":"1963-aquastar-geneve-skindiver-ref-1701-full-set-box-papers-thermometer","title":"1963 Aquastar Genève Skindiver |  | Ref. 1701 | Full Set - Box \u0026 Papers + Thermometer","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-8 text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words text-start [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome dive watches found their purpose along the way. Aquastar had one from the beginning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFounded in 1962 under JeanRichard, the brand emerged just as recreational diving was taking off, producing clever, purpose-built instruments for a new generation of underwater explorers. That credibility would later extend to Jacques Cousteau, who famously put Aquastar watches to use beneath the surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example comes from 1963, just a year into the story, and was originally sold in Geneva. More remarkable is what survived with it: the original Aquastar guarantee, period Tropic strap, elusive star-signed buckle, and an exceptionally rare early presentation box an object coveted in its own right by serious Aquastar collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe watch is exactly how we like to find them: worn, but never messed with. Even the original Plexiglas survives, complete with its unusual internal square magnifier – a tiny, wonderfully nerdy detail that will mean everything to the right collector.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly, honest, and remarkably complete. For the Aquastar faithful, this is about as compelling as a skindiver gets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"accordion-panel product-description rte show\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe watch remains in beautifully original condition throughout. The case shows honest signs of wear but remains remarkably strong and thick, retaining its original lines and proportions. The dial and hands preserve their complete tritium plots, showing gentle age and a wonderfully even patina throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"accordion-panel product-description rte show\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAlso included is a newer multicolor thermometer, a playful addition that brings an extra touch of charm to the complete package.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"accordion-panel product-description rte show\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion-panel product-description rte show\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion-panel product-description rte show\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTHE FINE PRINT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion-panel product-description rte show\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaker: Aquastar \u003cbr\u003eReference: Ref. 1701\u003cbr\u003eYear: 1963\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Stainless steel\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 36mm diameter\u003cbr\u003eCrystal: Original Plexiglass\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLume: Yes Tritium\u003cbr\u003eBracelet\/Strap: Original Tropic rubber strap with its Original Star Buckle\u003cbr\u003eBox\/Papers: Yes, Box and Papers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan\u003e-This watch was photographed on a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6.9 inch \/ 175mm wrist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Time Curator","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49065020031161,"sku":null,"price":2950.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/1768\/2617\/files\/1960s_Aquastar_diver_1701..jpg?v=1788351808","url":"https:\/\/thetimecurator.com\/products\/1963-aquastar-geneve-skindiver-ref-1701-full-set-box-papers-thermometer","provider":"The Time Curator","version":"1.0","type":"link"}