With the new olive-green Divers Date, Oris adds a field-watch-inspired flavor to its classic dive watch lineup. The 39mm automatic diver pairs military-tinged color cues with a ceramic bezel, 200-meter water resistance, and two straps.
Nearly six decades after its debut, Doxa brings back one of the earliest dive chronographs. The new SUB 200 T.GRAPH II arrives with refined proportions, a Sellita automatic chronograph movement, and an expanded lineup that includes a new Caribbean Blue dial.
Rado introduces a striking new blue edition of its Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic Chronograph. Combining a deep-blue dial and ceramic bezel with a plasma high-tech ceramic case, the latest model blends dive-watch capability with contemporary materials and refined aesthetics.
With the new Pontos S Solar and Pontos S Solar Chronograph, Maurice Lacroix expands its sportiest line for the first time with Swiss solar quartz movements, pairing light-powered efficiency with robust 200-meter water resistance and a distinctly summer-ready aesthetic.
Marking 60 years of PADI and a decade of partnership with Seiko Prospex, Seiko introduces a limited-edition Turtle diver featuring exclusive anniversary colors, a ceramic bezel, and the proven 4R36 automatic movement.
Drawing inspiration from historic milestones while incorporating modern specifications, these new Seiko sports watches pay tribute to the Japanese manufacturer’s rich legacy in both watchmaking and professional diving instruments.
Bulova scales down its Lunar Pilot chronograph to 41mm and introduces a new dial execution built around an ultra-dark coating and subdued gray accents.
At Watches and Wonders 2026, high-end spectacle dominated, but value hasn’t disappeared. Amid six-figure showpieces, thoughtfully designed, mechanically engaging watches stood out for staying under $5,000. Here are five that caught my eye.
