# Blacked-Out Diver Timepieces The Citizen Promaster Dive Automatic Maintains a Demure Design By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-09-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citizen-promaster-dive-automatic References: [blessthisstuff](https://www.blessthisstuff.com/stuff/wear/watches/citizen-promaster-dive-automatic/) & [huckberry](https://huckberry.com/store/citizen/category/p/78389-promaster-dive-automatic?utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=blessthisstuff&clickref=1101lwa9XAzt&utm_content=partnerize) The Citizen Promaster Dive Automatic is a new blacked-out version of the brand's namesake diving timepiece that's ready to deliver impressive performance in and out of the water. The watch features a fully luminous dial that's surrounded by a serrated bezel design that was inspired by the fugu (the pufferfish). The original timepiece was designed for sailors in the [Italian Navy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panerai-marina-militare-aviazione-navale) before being re-released in 1989 and has been treated to a [stealth all-black ion-plated stainless steel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unimatic-x-maxfield-modello-tre-u3sm-chronograph-watch) casing. The bracelet is made with the same material. The Citizen Promaster Dive Automatic is powered by an 8204 automatic movement and features a 42-hour power reserve. The dial is protected by an anti-reflective sapphire glass crystal that's resistant to shatters and scratching, while 200-meters of water resistance supports the [avid diver](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luminox-navy-seal-military-dive-watch). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/watches) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Blacked-out Timepieces:** Develop an aesthetics-focused timepiece line featuring dark, minimalist designs. - **Serrated Design:** Experiment with intricate patterns on watch faces and bezels for added texture and depth. - **Automatic Movement:** Integrate innovative automatic winding technology to optimize performance and convenience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Luxury Watches:** Offer premium watches with durable, water-resistant features and precise automatic movements to the luxury market. - **Outdoor Gear:** Create stylish yet functional watches that can withstand harsh environmental conditions for outdoor enthusiasts. - **Military and Tactical:** Develop durable and stealthy timepieces for military and tactical professionals with special features like night vision illumination and increased shock resistance. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cinematic Monster Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citizen-godzilla-x-promaster-diving-watch.md) - [Summery Oceanic Dive Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seiko-prosper-heritage.md) - [Tactical Titanium Diver Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victorinox-dive-pro-automatic.md) - [Accessible Aquatic Diver Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timex-tiburon-dive-watch.md) - [Minimalist Deep Sea Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unimatic-prodiver-modello-uno.md) - [Glowing Texturized Finish Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carbon-dive-watch.md) - [Elevated Diver Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prospex-and-presage.md) - [Ultra-Rugged Diver Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spd-x-ares-diver1-mission-timer.md) - [Glowing Nighttime-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seiko-prospex-black-series.md)