FROM THE DEPTHS OF HISTORY,
TO THE WRIST OF TODAY
“A modern re-edition of the iconic 1962 Sous-Marine, crafted for adventurers and collectors alike.”
In 1962, Airain launched the original Sous-Marine, a diving watch that captured the adventurous spirit of its time. Today, the Sous-Marine Collection revives this icon with modern advancements, while staying true to its vintage aesthetics. Designed to endure the depths of the ocean and the challenges of everyday life, the Sous-Marine represents the pinnacle of durability, precision, and style.
SOUS-MARINE
Engineered in the ’60s. Rebuilt for Now.
The Sous-Marine Re-Edition stays remarkably close to the original 1962 design — from the case shape and dial layout to the distinct Parmentier crown locking system. Every element was studied, measured, and re-engineered where needed to meet today’s standards of durability, performance and finishing. Inside ticks a modern Swiss automatic movement, while materials and lume have been carefully updated for reliability without compromising vintage authenticity. What you wear is not a reinterpretation, but a faithful continuation — made for now.
Screw-down
Parmentier crown
The original Sous-Marine was equipped with a remarkable crown: the ‘Parmentier Crown’. Developed in 1962, by Jean-René Parmentier, the invention was officially titled Capuchon & Joint sur Remontoir. Its ingenious construction, featuring a protective cap and integrated seal, ensured exceptional water resistance — a crucial feature for dive watches of the era. For the new Sous-Marine, we have faithfully recreated this hist
While exploring Airain’s archives, we discovered an original concessionnaire (retailer) poster from the 1960s, once used to promote the Sous-Marine. We have restored and digitized the poster in high resolution and reproduced it. A copy of this poster is included with every Sous-Marine watch as a tribute to the brand’s heritage.
ROULETTE
Datewheel
Designer Matthieu Allègre created a completely custom roulette-style date disc with alternating red and black numerals. Each number was individually crafted to achieve perfect visual harmony with the dial. It’s a subtle detail that reflects our uncompromising approach to design and respect for the original.
Parmentier Crown
The original Sous-Marine was equipped with a remarkable crown: the ‘Parmentier Crown’. Developed in 1962, by Jean-René Parmentier, the invention was officially titled Capuchon & Joint sur Remontoir. Its ingenious construction, featuring a protective cap and integrated seal, ensured exceptional water resistance — a crucial feature for dive watches of the era. For the new Sous-Marine, we have faithfully recreated this historic crown in every detail, staying true to the original patent.
SPECS
SOUS-MARINE
| Case | 316L Stainless Steel with Parmentier crown cap system |
| Diameter | 37,5 mm (case), 38,2 mm (bezel) |
| Thickness | 12,77 mm (10,25 mm w/o crystal) |
| Caseback | Screwed down with engraving |
| Bezel | Uni-directional, 120 clicks, full black PVD coated, white engraving and Super-Luminova® |
| Crystal | Double domed sapphire with AR coating inside |
| Lug-to-lug | 48,2 mm |
| Lug width | 20 mm |
| Water resistance | 20 ATM / 200 M |
| Movement | AM5 |
| Type | Mechanical, self-winding |
| Functions | Hour, minute, seconds, date (roulette wheel) |
| Power reserve | 68 hours |
| Frequency | 28,800 VPH |
| Jewels | 24 |
Beyond the Classics: Limited Editions
As part of our CoLAB design project, we invited our community to co-create the Sous‑Marine. The result? A series of Limited Editions featuring fan‑chosen details — Deep Blue, Faded Black, Ocean Green and Tropical.
Each variant maintains the same 1962‑inspired case, Parmentier crown and 200 m dive capabilities — but with unique touches shaped by our community.