# Water-Resistant Watches Todd Snyder & Timex Created the MS1 Maritime Sport Watch for Diving By Amy Duong | Published 2018-02-06 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ms1-maritime-sport References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2018/2/the-todd-snyder-timex-ms1-maritime-sport) & [toddsnyder](https://www.toddsnyder.com/pages/timex-maritime) Longtime partners Todd Snyder and [Timex](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timex-ironman-x-the-james-brand-watch) joined forces again to release the collaborative MS1 Maritime Sport watch. The unique timepiece is water-repellent, crafted to be suitable for divers. The two American-based labels drew inspiration from the British naval forces. The design of the piece gives [diving watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolbrook-skindiver-automatic-watch) a new style with a contemporary approach, an exterior that is sturdy and chunky for the ultimate durability, yet with a sleek aesthetic. The collaborative timepiece exudes a subtle look with its monochromatic color scheme. It has a muted, two-toned striped design, with the available color options of either black or silver with a white face. The collaborative MS1 Maritime Sport diving watch is priced at $158. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - 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 - **Water-resistant Timepieces:** The trend of creating water-resistant watches is growing, presenting an opportunity to create new, innovative features for these types of timepieces. - **Collaborative Fashion Design:** Collaborating with other brands can help create unique styles that appeal to different audiences and expand the reach of a product line. - **Contemporary Take on Classic Designs:** Reimagining classic designs with a contemporary twist can appeal to consumers looking for familiar styles with a modern edge. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion and Accessories:** The trend of water-resistant watches offers opportunities for fashion designers to create new timepiece designs that can be worn in any setting, including water activities. - **Watch Manufacturing:** Watch manufacturers can expand their market by creating new, durable timepieces that can withstand water activities, such as diving or swimming. - **Outdoor Sports and Recreation:** The trend of creating water-resistant watches presents an opportunity for companies in the outdoor sports and recreation industry to create durable accessories that are both fashionable and functional. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Rugged Diver Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spd-x-ares-diver1-mission-timer.md) - [Minimalist Militant Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timex-expedition-north-field-chrono.md) - [Style-Minded Travel Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/todd-snyder-x-unimatic-modello-quattro-u4-gmt.md) - [Postmodern Diver Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nodus-sector-dive.md) - [Chromatic Decompression Diver Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolbrook-skindiver-decompression-mn90-watch.md) - [Adventurous Collaboration Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/huckberry-x-timex-titanium-field-watch.md) - [Demure Designer Dive Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolbrook-skindiver-automatic-watch.md) - [Mint-Hued Diver Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doxa-sub-300-carbon-seafoam.md) - [Modernized Retro Diver Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolbrook-skindiver-wt-watch.md)