Russell Sheldrake
The Sub 750T is finally back! The DOXA catalog has lost one of the deepest divers over the years, and although they got a limited edition Clive Cussler model a few weeks ago, Doxa made the right decision and brought one of the brand’s toughest timers back to full production. But why is it important that we are getting another subwatch? Doxa already stocks Sub 200t, 300t, 600t and 1500t, with some additional variations thrown in there. So why would you add another depth rating to expand the catalog further?
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Technically speaking, this watch is the same as the recently reviewed Zach, but I would like to focus on a recent subtle shift towards the DOXA design language.
The Sub 750T held a key position in the brand’s diving lineup. This filled the gap from the 600 to the Ultra Deep 1500 as a watch that is easy to wear on a daily basis, but it was difficult enough to withstand what you were interested in throwing at it. This has been out of Doxa’s offering for years, but its returns show the continuation of recent branding strategies. Therefore, this is very similar to someone who knows the brand’s current products.
case
The measurements for this sub-750T are roughly the same as those released 20 years ago. This is one important indicator: thickness. Originally, this watch was 14mm thick. Now, Doxa was able to knock it down to an impressive 11.95mm without compromising on water resistance (and if you haven’t guessed it before, it’s water resistant to 750 meters). By placing flat sapphire crystal on this model, Doxa not only kept the 750T a little slimmer, but also made it feel more modern.
The case shape maintains a very familiar barrel shape. This makes the 45mm diameter wearable on paper much more wearable thanks to the 47mm lug-to-lug measurements. This is why this model is still incredibly wearable despite its extremely deep resistance ratings. Finishing it is a one-sided rotating bezel on the useful and recognizable sawtooth edge, featuring two layers of information. It has a countdown timer that measures the outer leg with an orange print, and a tiny black mark on the inside.
Dial
Place these fine markers on the bezel to keep this dial as clean as possible. The classic orange dial certainly attracts the main attention of marketing materials, but in reality, eight dial options are available for this model. This is what you’ll expect from Doxa’s latest catalogue. And as always, we have these dial-coloured voyage names: Professional Orange, Shark Hunter Black, Ciaramble Silver, Caribbean Blue, Diving Star Yellow, Aquamarine Blue, White Pale White, Sea Emerald Green.
But here there is more to it than the flashy dial colour. Let’s take a look at the details that make this a truly modern doxa. First, we standardized the format of the model names on the dial. Previous versions of the 750T were between the sub and numbers and no spaces, but the latest catalog answers the question of how to place them, placing a space between the two elements above the dial color name.
Next is the time marker. All of these are printed in rooms and provide readability at the deepest depths, but there is some variation across the range, with creamy rooms appearing in professionals, Sharksunter and Shearambler models, while others have pure white. The only other difference is that the Blue Caribbean Dial has completely white markings, not the black side of the others. Of course, these dials do not feature the numa logo for the lower right quarter, which is unlike the Clive Cussler Limited Edition, they have a dial color name rather than the author’s name.
Movement
Among this watch is the Sellita SW300 automatic movement. It’s a reliable caliber with a 56-hour adorable power reserve. While the company may lack fame, it is certainly possible that it will withstand the harsh conditions in which this watch was made. Of course, with a diving watch that can go to this depth, you never expect to see the movement, and nothing changes here.
strap
Put everything together, you have a choice. You can have one of the classic Doxa beads on rice bracelets that transition between the refined links and brushed links that have become a staple of the brand at this point, or you can have a dial-collared elastic strap. These strap options come with Doxa’s unbeaten micro-adjusted clasp. I think this is one of the best in my class whether you go out to the beach or take me to the office.
verdict
The Sub 750T returning to the catalogue gives Doxa’s modern product a real sense of perfection and it’s great to see it. Whether you’re out there to try and collect them all or you have the very specific specifications you want, a 750T return is nothing but good news.
DOXA Sub 750T Pricing and Availability
The DOXA Sub 750T is currently available from brands and their retailers, including Time+Tide (excl.UK). Price: 2,750 USD (on rubber), 2,790 USD (bracelet)
Brand DOXA Model Sub 750T Case Dimensions 45mm(d) x 11.95mm(T) x 47mm(LTL) Case Stainless Steel Water Resistance 750m, Flat Sapphire Dial Professional Orange, Shark Star Black, Shearam Blur Silver, Caribbean, Caribbean, Akimaline Blue, Weimarin Blue, Caribbean, Caribbean Align Width 21mm Strap Stainless Steel Beads of Blythe Bracelet, Folding Clasp, Diving Suit Extension
Dial Matching Rubber Strap, Folding Clatter, Diving Suit Extension Movement Cerata SW300, Automatic Power Reserve 56 Hours Function, Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Date, Unidirectional Diving Bezel Availability Price US $2,750 (Rubber)
2,790 US$ (Bracelet)
