£2,050.00
Out of stock
The Breitling Avenger II Seawolf is one of the world’s most capable professional diving instruments. Having been engineered to withstand the extreme pressures of deep sea exploration, this exceptional timepiece is an impressive representation of Breitling’s commitment to creating tools for aviation and underwater professionals. Presented on a black rubber strap with straight configuration, this substantial 45mm Avenger in stainless steel features extraordinary water resistance to 3,000 metres (10,000 feet), a unidirectional ratcheted bezel, and a distinctive black dial with luminous markers for maximum underwater legibility.
Equipped with the proven Breitling 17 self winding mechanical movement, this super diver delivers COSC chronometer certified precision alongside practical features essential for professional underwater work. The screw locked crown features two gaskets and a non slip grip, while the helium escape valve equalises pressure differences during decompression. With its convex sapphire crystal featuring glareproof treatment on both sides and robust 18.39mm case thickness, the Avenger II Seawolf represents the ultimate fusion of Swiss chronometric excellence and extreme depth capability.
Condition: Good pre-owned condition
Includes: Complete box set
Guarantee: Warranty originally dated 2016
Shipping: Free UK delivery
Since 1884, Breitling has established itself as the premier manufacturer of precision instruments for aviation and underwater professionals. The Avenger collection represents the culmination of this expertise, creating timepieces that serve as genuine tools rather than mere luxury accessories. The Avenger II Seawolf stands at the pinnacle of this collection, offering capabilities that exceed the requirements of all but the most extreme professional applications.
The development of the Avenger II Seawolf drew directly from Breitling’s extensive experience with military and commercial diving communities. The 3,000 metre water resistance specification reflects real world requirements for saturation diving operations, where professional divers work at depths requiring helium oxygen breathing mixtures and extended decompression periods. The helium escape valve prevents crystal displacement during decompression, a critical safety feature for commercial diving applications.
This super diver represents Breitling’s philosophy of creating instruments that professionals stake their lives upon. Every component, from the multiple crown gaskets to the ratcheted bezel mechanism, has been engineered with reliability as the primary consideration. The result is a timepiece that transcends typical luxury watch boundaries, serving as a genuine professional instrument worthy of the most demanding underwater environments.
The 3,000 metre water resistance of the Breitling Avenger II Seawolf represents an extraordinary level of pressure protection that exceeds the requirements of virtually all underwater activities. To understand this capability, consider that recreational scuba diving typically occurs at depths of 30/40 metres, while commercial diving operations rarely exceed 300 metres. The Seawolf’s depth rating provides a safety margin that encompasses even the most extreme professional diving scenarios.
This exceptional depth capability requires sophisticated engineering throughout the watch construction. The case must withstand pressure equivalent to approximately 300 atmospheres, demanding walls thick enough to resist deformation while maintaining precise tolerances for all sealing surfaces. The 18.39mm case thickness reflects these structural requirements, with the additional material distributed strategically to provide maximum strength without unnecessary bulk.
The multiple gasket crown system represents particularly critical engineering, as the crown traditionally presents the greatest vulnerability in diving watch construction. Breitling’s implementation utilises two independent gaskets with a screw lock mechanism, creating redundant sealing that maintains integrity even if one gasket fails. The helium escape valve adds another layer of professional capability, preventing crystal displacement during the decompression phase of saturation diving where helium molecules can accumulate inside the case and create dangerous pressure differentials.
The helium escape valve integrated into the Avenger II Seawolf serves a critical safety function during saturation diving operations, where professional divers breathe helium oxygen mixtures to avoid nitrogen narcosis at extreme depths. This specialized diving technique, used primarily in commercial offshore work and military operations, creates unique challenges for mechanical timepieces that the escape valve elegantly addresses.
During saturation diving, the small helium molecules gradually penetrate the watch case despite its water resistance, accumulating inside over the course of extended underwater operations. While this infiltration poses no immediate problem, it creates serious risks during decompression when external pressure rapidly decreases. Without an escape mechanism, the trapped helium expands inside the case, potentially creating sufficient pressure to explosively eject the crystal a dangerous malfunction that could injure the diver and destroy the timepiece.
The escape valve prevents this scenario through a sophisticated one way mechanism that automatically releases internal pressure when it exceeds external pressure by a predetermined threshold. This passive operation requires no intervention from the diver, functioning automatically throughout the decompression cycle. The valve’s precision engineering ensures it maintains complete water resistance during normal operation while providing reliable pressure relief precisely when needed, demonstrating Breitling’s deep understanding of professional diving requirements.
The Breitling 17 calibre powering the Avenger II Seawolf represents a movement specifically selected and refined for professional tool watch applications, offering reliability characteristics that distinguish it from decorative luxury watch movements. Based on proven architecture with extensive field history, this calibre prioritises consistent performance over elaborate finishing or complications that might compromise durability in demanding environments.
Most significantly for professional users, the movement has achieved COSC chronometer certification, guaranteeing accuracy within strict tolerances even when subjected to temperature variations, positional changes, and magnetic fields encountered in real world use. This certification process subjects each movement to 15 days of testing across five positions and three temperatures, ensuring performance standards that remain consistent regardless of environmental challenges typical in professional diving operations.
The movement’s 38 hour power reserve provides practical advantages for diving professionals who may need to remove their watch for specific operations or decontamination procedures. This extended autonomy ensures the timepiece remains accurate and ready for immediate use without requiring resetting, a valuable characteristic when precise timing might be critical for safety protocols. The self winding system eliminates concerns about manual winding in contaminated environments, while the movement’s robust construction withstands the vibrations and impacts associated with industrial diving equipment.
The Breitling Avenger II Seawolf occupies a distinctive position within the professional diving watch category, offering capabilities that significantly exceed typical diving timepieces while maintaining the Swiss chronometric excellence expected from luxury manufactures. Its 3,000 metre water resistance places it among an extremely select group of watches engineered for genuine deep sea applications rather than recreational diving.
Where many luxury diving watches focus primarily on aesthetics with sufficient water resistance for recreational activities, the Seawolf prioritises functional capability above decorative considerations. The helium escape valve, multiple crown gaskets, and extreme case thickness reflect engineering decisions driven by professional requirements rather than marketing considerations. This approach creates a timepiece that serves as a genuine tool for commercial diving operations where equipment failure could have life threatening consequences.
The COSC chronometer certification further distinguishes the Seawolf from diving watches that prioritise appearance over precision. While many competing models rely on standard movements without independent testing, Breitling’s commitment to chronometric certification ensures each Seawolf delivers timing accuracy that meets professional standards. This combination of extreme depth capability, professional features, and certified precision creates a unique value proposition that appeals to serious diving professionals and collectors who appreciate authentic tool watch credentials.
The substantial 45mm case diameter of the Avenger II Seawolf serves several practical functions that extend beyond mere visual presence, offering tangible benefits for professional diving applications. Most importantly, the larger dial area accommodates oversized hour markers and hands that remain clearly legible in the challenging visibility conditions encountered during underwater operations.
Professional diving often occurs in environments with severely limited visibility, where silt, depth, or equipment interference can make reading smaller timepieces extremely difficult. The Seawolf’s generous dial proportions ensure timing information remains accessible even when wearing thick diving gloves or operating in near zero visibility conditions. The larger case also provides additional space for robust luminous material application, creating maximum brightness for extended periods underwater.
The case dimensions also reflect structural requirements for achieving 3,000 metre water resistance. The substantial diameter distributes stress more effectively across the case walls when subjected to extreme pressure, while providing adequate volume to accommodate the complex crown and valve mechanisms without compromising internal space for the movement. The 18.39mm thickness similarly results from pressure requirements rather than aesthetic choices, with the additional material strategically positioned to maintain structural integrity at crushing depths.
The Breitling Avenger collection has earned genuine credibility within professional diving communities through its combination of authentic capability and proven field performance rather than marketing narratives or superficial associations. Professional divers typically evaluate equipment based on reliability, functionality, and real world performance characteristics that can affect safety and operational effectiveness.
The Avenger’s reputation stems from its successful use in actual commercial diving operations, military exercises, and technical diving expeditions where equipment failure carries serious consequences. Professional divers appreciate that Breitling engineers the collection based on input from working divers rather than simply creating luxury accessories with diving themes. Features like the helium escape valve and extreme water resistance reflect understanding of actual diving challenges rather than recreational assumptions.
The collection’s durability in harsh environments has further solidified its professional reputation. Commercial diving involves exposure to chemicals, abrasive surfaces, extreme temperature variations, and impacts that quickly reveal the limitations of watches designed primarily for civilian use. The Avenger’s ability to maintain functionality and accuracy throughout these challenges has created loyal following among professional users who rely on their equipment. This authentic professional adoption distinguishes the Avenger from luxury diving watches that remain primarily recreational accessories despite their technical specifications.
For any purchases online, we offer a 14 day refund as long as they are returned exactly as sold. Any purchases in person are final.
Unless explicitly stated, all product images and videos are of the timepiece advertised and no stock images are used. All images and videos on this webpage are copyright of MVS Watches and copying, downloading or using elsewhere without prior consent is strictly prohibited.
£11,995.00
£7,950.00
£2,250.00
£6,450.00
£7,500.00
£1,850.00
£4,500.00
£5,750.00
