D-1 Ocean

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Swiss Made · British Design · 300m Water Resistant · 904L Steel · Automatic Movement · Sapphire Crystal · Swiss Super-LumiNova® · Edition of 300

The D-1 Ocean is Aera’s contemporary interpretation of the professional diving watch — shaped by the clarity, functionality and reliability that defined the great underwater instruments of the mid-20th century. Inspired by the shifting tones of open water, where deep maritime blues change subtly with light and depth, the D-1 Ocean combines rugged capability with a restrained modern design for everyday wear.

Against the rich blue dial and ceramic bezel, the high-visibility white hands, 3D Aera logo and raised hour markers stand out with clarity, while Tritec Swiss Super-LumiNova® glows bright blue in low-light conditions.

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Description

At 44mm, the D-1 Ocean has the presence of a professional diving instrument, balanced by a refined case profile designed for comfort and wearability throughout the day.

Its signature one-piece dished dial curves upward beneath the domed sapphire crystal, creating the smooth, pebble-like silhouette that defines the D-1 collection. The angled lugs and integrated strap system have been carefully refined to help the watch hug the wrist naturally, improving balance and long-term comfort.

Inside is an upgraded Swiss-made Sellita SW200-1 Elaboré automatic movement with a 38–41 hour power reserve, selected for its reliability, precision and long-term serviceability. Each watch is Swiss made and hand assembled by skilled artisans before final testing and quality control.

The case, bezel, buckle and case back are machined from brushed 904L stainless steel — chosen for its superior corrosion resistance and deeper lustre compared to industry-standard steels. More difficult to machine and finish, 904L requires additional time and precision, but the result is a case designed to wear beautifully over many years of use.

The satin-finished ceramic bezel rotates with a precise 120-click action, while the screw-down crown and updated six-screw case back help ensure 300m water resistance and add a more utilitarian feel.

Designed as a true modern tool watch, the D-1 Ocean feels equally at home underwater or on dry land — built for regular use and designed to wear beautifully over time.

Over time, it is designed to become familiar in the best possible way — a watch reached for instinctively, worn often and relied upon daily.

Produced in an edition of 300 pieces, each D-1 Ocean comes fitted with an Arctic White FKM rubber strap alongside a second integrated strap selected from a curated range. Both feature brushed 904L steel hardware and quick-release spring bars, allowing the watch to adapt easily to different environments and occasions.

Shipping & Returns

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Local duties and taxes are included in the price advertised for deliveries to the UK, US, Australia, Belgium, Canada, Czechia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, Isle of Man, Italy, Japan, Jersey, Malaysia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, & United Arab Emirates.

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3 year warranty

All Aera watches come with have a two-year limited warranty from the date of purchase. You can easily extend the warranty for one additional year by visiting the Warranty page and registering your watch. We undertake to repair, free of charge, including shipping, any problem with the functions of the watch that result from defective manufacturing. If there is mechanical failure of the movement within the warranty period, rectification will include reseal and complementary refresh of the case.

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Craftsmanship

From the deep, the aquatic origins of the D-1 Ocean.

The D-1 Ocean is an evolution of classic, mid-century dive watches given a bold, contemporary feel by stripping its look back to the essentials. It’s a refined yet robust timepiece, balancing precision engineering and performance with a clean, versatile aesthetic.

Swiss Made
44mm Diameter
Sellita SW200-1 Elabore Grade Automatic Movement
3-Year Warranty*
Edition of 300 pieces
Built to Endure

Precision Case Engineering

Crafted from 904L stainless steel with 300m water resistance, the D-1 combines exceptional durability, corrosion resistance, and a ceramic unidirectional bezel - engineered to perform flawlessly from ocean depths to everyday wear.

Material 904L stainless steel
Lug-to-lug 49.55mm
Lug width 22mm
Thickness 15.90mm
Weight without strap 100g
Water resistance 30ATM/300m
Swiss Precision

Movement and Display

Powered by a Swiss automatic Sellita movement, the D-1 features a domed sapphire crystal, dished dial, and Super-LumiNova® details for clarity, precision, and timeless refinement above or below the surface.

28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz)
38-41 hour power reserve
26 jewels
Swiss Super-LumiNova®
Hacking seconds
CRAFTMANSHIP
Design
Engineering

Purposeful Engineering

Every element of the D-1 is designed with purpose.

Both models feature upgraded Swiss-made Sellita SW200-1 Elaboré automatic movements, selected for their reliability, precision and long-term serviceability.

The case, bezel, case back and buckle are machined from brushed 904L stainless steel — a material chosen for its superior corrosion resistance and deeper lustre compared to industry-standard steels.

Aera’s signature one-piece dished dial curves upward beneath the domed sapphire crystal, creating the smooth, pebble-like silhouette that defines the D-1. For these latest editions, the case profile and lugs have also been subtly refined for improved comfort and balance on the wrist.

The result is a watch designed to perform reliably for years to come.

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