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Diving Watches: A Brief History and Overview Diving watches are a type of wristwatch that is designed for use underwater. They are typically characterized by their water resistance, luminescent markings, and other features that make them functional and easy to read in low-light conditions. The history of diving watches dates back to the early 20th century. The first diving watches were relatively simple in design, with basic water resistance and no luminescent markings. However, as diving technology evolved, so did the design of diving watches. In the 1950s, the Swiss watchmaker Rolex introduced the Submariner, which is widely considered to be the first modern diving watch. The Submariner featured a water resistance of 200 meters, luminescent hands and markers, and a unidirectional rotating bezel. The Submariner quickly became a popular choice among divers, and it remains one of the most iconic diving watches ever made. In the 1960s, other watchmakers began to produce their own diving ...