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Jacques-Yves Cousteau 
Wrist Watches

  • Rolex Submariner: Jacques-Yves Cousteau wore this watch, which gained notoriety after the release of his film "The Silent World" in 1956.


  • Blancpain Fifty Fathoms: Cousteau's chief dive engineer AndrĂ© Laban wore this watch, known for its diving capabilities.

  • Omega Seamaster 1000m: Omega developed this watch during the 1963 Conshelf II experiments, which led to the creation of the Seamaster 1000m and Ploprof 600.

  • Omega Ploprof 600: This watch was tested and used by the same divers as the Seamaster 1000m.

  • Doxa Sub 300 (by DOXA): Cousteau endorsed this watch, which was released in 1967 and branded with the black-and-yellow logo of his American scuba gear company, US Divers Co..


  • Omega Marine Chronometer: This quartz watch was a beloved piece of Commander Cousteau, being the first wristwatch ever to be awarded certified status as a Marine Chronometer.


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