# Paradiver-Inspired Timepieces MKII Launches the Ultra-Luxe 'Paradive Type XIII' Timepiece By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2022-10-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mkii References: [acquiremag](https://www.acquiremag.com/style/mk-ii-paradrive-type-xiii) & [mkiiwatches](https://www.mkiiwatches.com/) MK II has announced the launch of its newest timepiece, an all-new iteration of its iconic Mk II Paradive Type XIII, which is based on the Tornek-Rayville TR-50717. The luxurious new wristwatch features a 41.25mm bead-blasted 316L stainless steel case, which is borrowed directly from the Paradive Type XIII. In addition, it comes equipped with a [120-click unidirectional bezel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unimatic-prodiver-modello-uno) that has an option for a 12-hour aluminum inlay or a 60-minute dive inlay. The dial of the watch is modeled after [vintage Mk II designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panerai-luminor-marina) and features SuperLumiNova coatings and an eye-catching orange second-hand. Powering the watch is an SII NE15 automatic movement, which features a 50-hour power reserve. Lastly, three different straps are available for the watch: a black nylon NATO-style MODSpec strap, a [rubber dive strap](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victorinox-dive-pro-automatic), and a Nytex Type I-M2 strap. Image Credit: MKII ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 13% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Luxury Timepiece Innovations:** The launch of ultra-luxe 'Paradive Type XIII' timepiece presents an opportunity for companies to create more innovative luxury watch designs. - **Retro-inspired Timepieces:** The vintage-inspired dial and SuperLumiNova coatings on the 'Paradive Type XIII' timepiece present an opportunity to create more retro-themed timepiece designs. - **Versatile Watch Strap Options:** The availability of three different strap options for the 'Paradive Type XIII' timepiece highlights the need for more versatile timepiece design. ### Where This Applies - **Luxury Watch Industry:** The launch of an ultra-luxe 'Paradive Type XIII' timepiece presents an opportunity for growth and innovation in the luxury watch industry. - **Fashion and Accessories Retail Industry:** The demand for versatile strap options in timepiece design presents an opportunity for growth and innovation in the fashion and accessories retail industry. - **Watch Manufacturing Industry:** The need for retro-themed timepiece designs presents an opportunity for growth and innovation in the watch manufacturing industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Contemporary Dive Classics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mwmod01-v2.md) - [Modernized Retro Diver Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolbrook-skindiver-wt-watch.md) - [Ultra-Rugged Diver Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spd-x-ares-diver1-mission-timer.md) - [Military Tool Watch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marine-type-3.md) - [Revived 60s-Inspired Dive Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenith-defy-revival-a3648.md) - [Ultra-Limited Diver Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/singer-divetrack-automatic-chronograph-diver.md) - [Chromatic Decompression Diver Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolbrook-skindiver-decompression-mn90-watch.md) - [Demure Designer Dive Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolbrook-skindiver-automatic-watch.md) - [Accessible Aquatic Diver Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timex-tiburon-dive-watch.md)