OCEAN7 Watches has announced two new models, theย LM-5 and the LM-4 V2. The LM-5 is OCEAN7’s newest flagship dive watch and the LM-4 V2 is the newest version of OCEAN7’sย successfulย ceramic cased sport watch the LM-4. We have reviewed a number of OCEAN7 models in the past and have found them to represent good value and craftsmanship for a relatively new independent manufacturer. Click through for a breakdown of the new models.
LM-5
- 44 x 14 mm matte ceramic case
- ETA 2824-2 (COSC optional)
- Domed sapphire crystal
- 24 mm lugs
- 100m WR
- Screw down crown (PVD Steel)
- $899
This watch is unique to OCEAN7 and features a case made out of a black ceramic material with a PVD steel crown andย case back. The original LM-4 was made to be a no-nonsense, highly legible and very tough sport watch. The new model carries the same ethos which features oversizedย aviatorย hands, large markings and hands and a domed sapphire crystal. The ceramic material that makes up the case will be far tougher than steel as its much harder and stiffer than conventional stainless steel.
The LM-4 V2 will be powered by a Swiss ETA-2824-2 and will have anย availableย option for a COSCย regulatedย movement. The LM-4 V2 will be available in threeย variations featuring either orange, stealthy grey orย C3 Super Luminova luminous material on the hands and markers. The C3 painted model will be available later this month while the other two variations will follow in late August. The pricing for the C3 or orange models is $899 while the Shadow model will cost $974.
6 comments
Love the look of the LM5 because they are taking a dive watch and stepping outside the box. The LM4 is much less inventive but it looks practical and well made.
The LM-5 is my preference James, although the LM-4 V2 is nice as well. ย Would love to have seen this as a 44mm version as well. COSC certification would be lovely…just wondering how much the extra cost would be. The bezel on this model somehow reminds me of the Blancpain 50 fathoms. Check it out and see if you agree.
I like the LM-5 best as well. The bezel is definitelyย reminiscent of the Blancpain FF models that have the sapphire bezel. The COSC option is listed on their site for $300.ย
Love the new LM-5
ย LM-5 is nice and sporty, but still with a touch of class. I like it.
LM-4 V2ย is a nice watch. A longer sweeping second hand will be perfect in my opinion.