When it comes to combining timeless style with modern functionality, few dive watches hit the mark quite like the BELHAMEL Contra A39 Automatic Dive Watch (£399). This limited edition timepiece, capped at just 500 units, delivers exclusivity and craftsmanship without the inflated price tag, offering a perfect blend of retro charm and rugged modernity. Whether you’re hitting the water or the city streets, the Contra A39 is designed to be both a statement piece and a functional tool.
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At the heart of the Contra A39 is the Miyota 9039 automatic movement, a premium engine renowned for its smooth second hand sweeping at 28,800 beats per hour. This high-performance movement outshines others in its class, offering precision and reliability at a level typically found in more expensive watches. Encased in marine-grade 316-L stainless steel with an impressive 30 ATM depth rating, the Contra A39 is as tough as it is elegant. With a hardness rating of 900-1100 HV, the watch is ready to take on whatever you throw at it, from underwater adventures to daily wear.
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Measuring a perfectly balanced 39mm in diameter, with a lug-to-lug of 47mm and a thickness of 12mm, the Contra A39 sits comfortably on the wrist. Its polished diamond-cut hands align effortlessly with the applied hour markers on the matte dial, available in two striking colourways: Raisin Black or Charcoal Blue. In low light, the watch shines brilliantly thanks to the Swiss Super-LumiNova (BGW9) lume, ensuring legibility no matter where you are.
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The 120-click unidirectional bezel is smooth and satisfying to operate, offering a subtle “tik” sound with each turn. Paired with the double-domed sapphire crystal, which has been hardened and treated with double inner anti-reflective coating, the Contra A39 delivers superior clarity and legibility in any lighting condition.
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For those who appreciate the finer details, the screw-down crown and screw-down case-back are meticulously designed. The crown, with its brushed sides and polished end featuring the Belhamel icon, offers ease of use while maintaining the watch’s understated look. The case-back features a hydraulic oil-pressed Contra Aqua mark and is individually numbered, cementing the watch’s limited edition status.
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Completing the package is a tapered bracelet (20 to 16mm), hand-finished with brushed surfaces and polished chamfers, giving the Contra A39 an integrated and luxurious look. The milled push-button clasp with micro-adjustment ensures a perfect fit for any wrist, while the quick-release spring bars make changing the bracelet a breeze.
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With only 500 units per colourway, the BELHAMEL Contra A39 is the ultimate dive watch for those who demand style, functionality, and exclusivity. What are you waiting for?
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