# '60s-Era Dive Watches Aquastar Unveils Retro-Inspired Deepstar II By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2021-11-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deepstar-ii References: [acquiremag](https://www.acquiremag.com/style/aquastar-deepstar-ii) & [aquastar.ch](https://aquastar.ch/) Swiss specialty watchmaker Aquastar has officially unveiled the Deepstar II, a sleek, eye-catching timepiece inspired by the brand's own '60s-era dive watches. The Deepstar II arrives in a 37mm 316L stainless steel case and presents a design that leverages original elements from vintage models. For example, the timepiece features a [rotating bezel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolbrook-skindiver-automatic-watch) with a "no decompression" bezel with ceramic bearings and a cyclops-style mono-compax counter. In terms of power, the Deepstar II comes equipped with a [Sellita](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c65-super-compressor-elite) SW-290 automatic, which delivers a 38-hour power reserve. Of course, being a [premium dive watch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mwmod01-v2), the new unit also features 200M/656ft water resistance and a Tropic rubber strap. However, the waterproof strap can replaced with a Haroween leather option or a steel beads-of-rice bracelet, depending on the customer's preference. Image Credit: Aquastar ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **'60s-era Dive Watches:** There is a growing trend in the watch industry towards retro designs to appeal to vintage collectors and enthusiasts. - **Ceramic Bearings in Timepieces:** The use of ceramic bearings in watch bezels can improve durability and accuracy, providing a potential area for future innovation. - **Customizable Watch Bands:** As seen in the Deepstar II, offering a variety of interchangeable straps or bracelets can appeal to customers looking for a personalized touch to their timepiece. ### Who This Affects Most - **Watchmaking:** There is an opportunity for watch brands to cater to a growing market of vintage collectors and enthusiasts by offering retro-inspired designs. - **Precision Engineering:** Incorporating high-precision ceramic bearings into timepieces can improve performance and offer a competitive advantage in the luxury watch industry. - **Fashion Accessories:** Customizable watch bands can cater to customers looking for unique and personalized fashion accessories, opening up new markets for luxury watch brands. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Revived 60s-Inspired Dive Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenith-defy-revival-a3648.md) - [Accessible Feature-Rich Diver Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/undone-aquadeep-dive-watch.md) - [Accessible Aquatic Diver Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timex-tiburon-dive-watch.md) - [Chromatic Decompression Diver Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolbrook-skindiver-decompression-mn90-watch.md) - [Demure Deep Dive Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omega-seamaster-aqua-terra-150m-gradient-turquoise.md) - [Modernized Retro Diver Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolbrook-skindiver-wt-watch.md) - [70th Anniversary Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/titanium-skin-diver.md) - [Summery Oceanic Dive Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seiko-prosper-heritage.md) - [Demure Designer Dive Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolbrook-skindiver-automatic-watch.md)