The DAVOSA Argonautic is a collection of Swiss-made automatic dive watches, water resistant to 200 or 300 meters and available in three case sizes: 39.5mm, 41.5mm and 43mm. Every model has a sapphire crystal, a screw-down crown and a Swiss automatic movement. The range runs from the compact Argonautic 39 to the 43mm Argonautic BG, the tritium-lit Lumis, the Meteorite and the World Traveller GMT. DAVOSA-USA is the official US distributor, and prices run from $1,050 to $1,590.
Named for the Argonauts
The collection takes its name from the Argonauts, the crew who sailed with Jason aboard the Argo in search of the Golden Fleece. A voyage like that needed reliability, precision and toughness, and those are the qualities each Argonautic is built around. DAVOSA has made watches in Switzerland since 1861, and the Argonautic has been its core dive line for more than a decade.
The Argonautic Range, Model by Model
Argonautic 39 – The Compact Diver (39.5mm, 200m)
The Argonautic 39 is the full-size professional diver scaled down by exactly 3.5mm. At 39.5mm wide and 12.4mm thick, with 20mm lugs, it fits smaller and medium wrists and slips under a shirt cuff. It is water resistant to 200 meters and powered by the Swiss DAV 3021 automatic.
- Dials: black, blue, green
- Beyond Steel® versions: black or white, with a bezel inlay of DAVOSA's corrosion-resistant, nickel-free Beyond Steel® material
- Two-tone versions: Black Gold and Blue Gold
- Bracelet: TriaLink, which can be retrofitted with the WaveSlide micro-adjust clasp
- Price: from $1,050
Argonautic BG – The Flagship Diver (43mm, 300m)
The BG is the original full-size Argonautic, and its relaunch upgraded nearly every detail:
- a high-tech ceramic bezel
- a fluted bezel and crown for grip with wet hands or gloves
- longer hands for better readability
- an arrow-shaped seconds hand with a color accent
- satin-finished applied indices filled with Super-LumiNova® BGW9
It is rated to 300 meters and has a helium release valve, which makes it the most tool-focused model in the range.
- Dials: black, blue, grey, green
- Price: from $1,050
Argonautic Lumis & Lumis T25 – Tritium Glow (43mm, 300m)
The Lumis has been part of the Argonautic family since 2013 and drew attention at Baselworld when it launched. Gas-filled tritium micro-tubes on the hands and indices glow constantly for years without needing light to charge them. The tubes sit in custom mounts embedded in a shockproof gel. The T25 is the updated generation, with several redesigned details. It has a 300m rating, a manual helium valve at 10 o'clock and a TriaLink or PentaLink bracelet.
- Dials: black, blue
- Price: from $1,120
Argonautic Lumis BS – Tritium Meets Beyond Steel® (43mm, 300m)
The Lumis BS combines tritium lighting with a Beyond Steel® bezel inlay and a white dial with a guilloché wave pattern. It measures 43mm by 13.8mm, with 22mm lugs, a 300m rating and a manual helium valve.
- Price: from $1,150
Argonautic Celeos – Aventurine Dial (41.5mm)
The Celeos has a deep blue aventurine dial with sparkling inclusions that look like stars over the open ocean. The 41.5mm case has an automatic helium escape valve, a unidirectional bezel with raised numerals and 20mm lugs. It comes on a TriaLink bracelet with a WaveSlide clasp.
- Price: $1,195
Argonautic Meteorite – A Dial From Space (41.5mm, 300m)
The Meteorite's dial is cut from genuine Muonionalusta meteorite, found in northern Sweden in 1906. Its Widmanstätten crystal pattern formed over millions of years, so no two dials are alike. It is rated to 300m, with an automatic helium valve at 9 o'clock. The case is 41.5mm wide and 11.8mm thick, with 21mm lugs, and the watch weighs 168g. It comes in a wooden box.
- Price: $1,490
Argonautic World Traveller – Swiss GMT (41.5mm, 200m)
The World Traveller tracks two time zones. It uses the DAV 3032 movement, based on the Sellita SW330-2, with a 56-hour power reserve. It has a polished ceramic bidirectional bezel with fully luminous numerals and is water resistant to 200m.
- Dials: black, blue
- Price: $1,590
Argonautic Comparison
| Model | Case | Water resistance | Movement | Signature feature | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Argonautic 39 | 39.5mm | 200m | DAV 3021 | Compact size, Beyond Steel® & two-tone options | $1,050 |
| Argonautic BG | 43mm | 300m | DAV 3021 | Ceramic bezel, helium valve | $1,050 |
| Argonautic Lumis / T25 | 43mm | 300m | DAV 3021 | Tritium tube illumination | $1,120 |
| Argonautic Lumis BS | 43mm | 300m | DAV 3021 | Tritium + Beyond Steel® bezel | $1,150 |
| Argonautic Celeos | 41.5mm | 300m | DAV 3021 | Aventurine dial | $1,195 |
| Argonautic Meteorite | 41.5mm | 300m | DAV 3021 | Genuine meteorite dial | $1,490 |
| Argonautic World Traveller | 41.5mm | 200m | DAV 3032 (SW330-2) | GMT, 56h power reserve | $1,590 |
Which Argonautic Size Is Right for You?
- Under 6.75" (17cm) wrist, or you prefer a classic fit: the Argonautic 39 (39.5mm, 20mm lugs).
- Medium wrist, or you want one watch for everything: the 41.5mm Celeos, Meteorite or World Traveller.
- Larger wrist, or you want maximum presence and legibility: the 43mm BG or Lumis (22mm lugs).
The 43mm models share 22mm straps and bracelets, so you can switch between DAVOSA rubber straps and the TriaLink and PentaLink bracelets.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are DAVOSA Argonautic watches Swiss made?
Yes. Every Argonautic is Swiss made and runs on a Swiss automatic movement: the DAV 3021, based on the Sellita SW200-1, or, in the World Traveller GMT, the DAV 3032, based on the Sellita SW330-2.
What sizes does the Argonautic come in?
Three: 39.5mm (Argonautic 39), 41.5mm (Celeos, Meteorite, World Traveller) and 43mm (BG, Lumis, Lumis BS, Lumis T25).
How deep can I dive with an Argonautic?
The 43mm BG and Lumis models and the Meteorite are rated to 300 meters (984 ft). The Argonautic 39 and the World Traveller are rated to 200 meters (656 ft). All of them suit recreational scuba diving, snorkeling and swimming.
What is the difference between the Argonautic BG and the Lumis?
Both are 43mm, 300m divers. The BG uses Super-LumiNova® on the indices and a ceramic bezel. The Lumis uses tritium gas tubes, which glow constantly for years without needing light to charge them.
What is the difference between the Argonautic 39 and the 43mm models?
The Argonautic 39 is 3.5mm smaller (39.5mm), with 20mm lugs and 200m water resistance. It is made for smaller wrists and everyday wear. The 43mm models are rated to 300m and have a helium release valve.
What is Beyond Steel®?
A DAVOSA material used for bezel inlays on the Argonautic 39 Beyond Steel and the Lumis BS. It resists corrosion and heat and is nickel-free.
Does the Argonautic come in a GMT version?
Yes. The Argonautic World Traveller is a Swiss automatic GMT with a ceramic bidirectional bezel, a 56-hour power reserve and 200m water resistance.
Where can I buy an authentic DAVOSA Argonautic in the USA?
DAVOSA-USA.com is the official US distributor of DAVOSA Swiss watches. It offers a 2-year warranty, free shipping and 30-day returns.
