Squale Watches – Professional Dive Watches Since 1959
Squale Watches are among the most respected names in dive watch history, combining Swiss craftsmanship, professional diving heritage and purpose-built functionality since 1959. Founded by Charles von Büren, Squale has spent decades producing specialist diving watches trusted by professional divers, military units and underwater explorers around the world.
The name "Squale", meaning shark in French, has become synonymous with serious dive watch engineering. While many brands have adopted dive watch styling, Squale's heritage is rooted in genuine underwater performance, with a long history of supplying professional diving equipment and watch cases to some of the most respected names in Swiss watchmaking. Today, Squale continues to create authentic Swiss dive watches that combine proven reliability with timeless design.
Why Choose a Squale Watch?
Few watch brands can claim the same level of authenticity within dive watch history as Squale.
From the beginning, the brand focused exclusively on watches designed for underwater use, developing professional dive watches long before dive watch aesthetics became mainstream. This specialist expertise continues to define the collection today.
Collectors and enthusiasts choose Squale for its:
Genuine diving heritage
Swiss-made quality
Professional dive watch pedigree
Exceptional value
Reliable automatic movements
Vintage-inspired designs
Strong enthusiast following
Proven underwater performance
Every Squale watch is designed to deliver the functionality, durability and reliability expected from a true dive watch.
Explore Squale Collections
Squale 1521
The Squale 1521 is the brand's most iconic and recognisable collection. Originally designed in the 1970s, the 1521 remains largely unchanged and continues to be celebrated for its distinctive case shape, exceptional comfort and timeless dive watch styling.
Powered by Swiss automatic movements and offering impressive water resistance, the 1521 has become a favourite among dive watch collectors worldwide.
Squale Super-Squale
Inspired by historic dive watches produced during the golden age of underwater exploration, the Super-Squale collection combines vintage aesthetics with modern Swiss engineering.
Featuring clean dial designs, balanced proportions and everyday versatility, these watches appeal to enthusiasts seeking classic dive watch character with contemporary reliability.
Squale T-183
The T-183 collection delivers a more modern interpretation of the professional dive watch. With robust construction, bold styling and strong underwater capability, the T-183 reflects Squale's continued commitment to technical performance.
Squale Master Collection
Designed for serious diving applications, the Master collection showcases the brand's expertise in creating highly capable professional dive watches. Built to withstand demanding underwater environments, these watches offer exceptional durability and performance.
Built for Diving
Squale's reputation has been built beneath the surface.
Across the collection, owners benefit from:
Swiss automatic movements
High water resistance ratings
Unidirectional dive bezels
Sapphire crystal glass
Robust stainless steel construction
Exceptional legibility
Professional dive watch functionality
These features make Squale watches equally suited to underwater adventures, everyday wear and long-term collecting.
Swiss Dive Watch Heritage
Unlike many brands that entered the dive watch market later, Squale's identity has always centred on professional diving.
For decades, the company manufactured watch cases for numerous Swiss watch brands while simultaneously developing its own range of specialist dive watches. This experience helped establish Squale as one of the true pioneers of underwater watchmaking.
Today, the brand continues to draw inspiration from its rich diving heritage while incorporating modern manufacturing standards and Swiss mechanical expertise.
A Favourite Among Collectors
Squale has earned a loyal following among enthusiasts who appreciate authentic tool watches and genuine diving history.
Many collectors are drawn to the brand because it offers:
Authentic heritage
Historical credibility
Limited production numbers
Strong enthusiast appeal
Exceptional value within Swiss watchmaking
Distinctive dive watch design
For those seeking an alternative to mainstream luxury dive watches, Squale offers a compelling combination of history, performance and character.
Why Buy Squale Watches from HYPE Watches?
At HYPE Watches, we are proud to be an Authorised UK Stockist of Squale Watches.
When purchasing from HYPE Watches, you benefit from:
Official Squale manufacturer warranties
Genuine Swiss dive watches supplied through authorised channels
Free UK delivery
Flexible finance options including 0% finance on selected purchases
Expert watch advice and dedicated customer support
Secure online shopping and trusted UK retailer service
Whether you're discovering the legendary 1521, exploring the vintage-inspired Super-Squale or adding a professional dive watch to your collection, Squale delivers authentic Swiss dive watch heritage and outstanding value.
Discover Squale Watches at HYPE Watches
Explore Squale Watches at HYPE Watches and discover one of Switzerland's most respected dive watch specialists. Combining professional diving heritage, Swiss craftsmanship and proven reliability, Squale continues to create some of the most authentic dive watches available today.
