1521 Full Luminous Militaire Bracelet

Introducing the latest Squale 1521 Militare Luminous, the much anticipated second reissued design following the first military iteration by Squale in 2015 known as the 1521 Originale Limited Edition. Now it comes without a date display and the Squale shark logo, this timepiece is the first of its 1521 collection to showcase a balanced minimalist look. With unconventional stripe instead of round dial markers, the Militare Luminous is a refreshing riff on the Originale. 

At first glance, the 1521 Militare flaunts its quintessential Von Buren dive watch design with a 42mm case diameter and 48mm lug to lug dimension. However, upon close scrutiny, this exquisite timepiece features an extraordinary matte white dial. Its black hour and minute hands offer a stark contrast against its dial, allowing for greater legibility. Additionally, its markers and hands are painted in black, as the Militaire is also characterized by the use of Superluminova BGW9 on the dial for maximum legibility in deep water.
 

Squale 1521 Full Luminous Militaire Bracelet

Kept slim at 12.5mm, its 500m water-resistant case is forged with 316L stainless-steel. This signature Squale case design has a brilliant polish finishing that reflects the original vintage look of this timepiece. With a recessed crown located at its 4 o'clock position, this famed skin-diver case caters an impressive 500m water resistance which elevates its functionality high above other dive watches even till now. 

Powered by the SW200-1 automatic calibre, operating at 28,800 bph (4 Hertz), this Swiss-made watch has a power reserve of 38 hours. Enjoy the smooth experience of its 60-click unidirectional dive bezel that allows for accurate and safe measurement of time elapsed especially underwater. For the first time in the collection, the bezel insert includes indicators made entirely of Superluminova.

The signature case design synonymous with Squale

Protected by a hardy flat sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on its interior, this watch shows off satisfyingly symmetrical painted markers. The Militare sports a neat dial design that harks back to the good old military format, while accentuating great legibility at the same time. Through a clean dateless display, this timepiece displays more of the “purist” form as compared to the Originale. 

The 20mm steel bracelet is meticulously engineered to appear as a seamless extension of the watch case, drawing inspiration from legendary 1960s designs celebrated for their lightweight profiles and effortless wrist comfort. Executed in a striking bilux finish, the contrasting satin-brushed and high-polished surfaces play beautifully with the light as the wrist moves. Squale has masterfully preserved that signature wearing experience while upgrading to robust, solid steel links secured by premium screw pins for quick, safe adjustment. Finishing the bracelet is a double-closure safety buckle built to withstand accidental impacts, which comes equipped with an integrated diving extension so the timepiece can be slipped over a thick wetsuit in an instant.

Superluminova BGW9 on the dial for maximum legibility

The 1521 Full Luminous Militaire was conceived through the merging of the iconic 1521 Full Lumen and the 1521 Militaire models’ best features. The fully illuminated SuperLuminova dial combined with the superior legibility of the professional indexes and a dateless dial result in an even higher performing timepiece. This athletic timepiece is extremely reliable and boasts a flawless design that never goes out of style. Searching for a 60s retro skindiver look? With an energetic military style and an excellent value for money, the 1521 Militare Luminous is a special one for your collection.