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Unlike the majority of watches in the Luminox catalog, the Pacific Diver Automatic Limited Edition is not a quartz watch. As the name suggests, it has a self-winding or automatic movement – specifically a Swiss Sellita SW 200 movement. For watch enthusiasts and collectors who consider an automatic dive watch more collectible than a quartz one, this one is a definitely must-have. And to make this Luminox an even more must-have collectible, it’s a limited edition dive watch that’s limited to just 400 copies worldwide.
Most of the components of the Pacific Diver Automatic Limited Edition, Reference No. XS.3109.N, utilizes 316L stainless steel to withstand the corrosive properties of ocean salt water. The 42 mm case and the protected screw-down crown are made of this material, while the case houses the SW 200 automatic movement, which has approximately 38 hours of power reserve. The mechanical movement can be viewed through the sapphire crystal exhibition case of the screw-in stainless steel case back. Luminox individually tests each watch to ensure their depth rating of 200 meters (20 ATM) or 660 feet.
The uni-directional bezel is likewise made of 316L stainless steel and features a burnt orange ceramic ring insert, which is highly visible underwater and makes it easier to discern while diving in deep waters. Luminox watches are often used for tactical and stealth applications, so they don’t really do many bright colors at all, opting more for military palettes and blacked-out options. Thus, having an orange ceramic bezel is a bit out-of-character for this Luminox dive watch, which makes it more attractive and even more collectible.
The sapphire crystal, which was treated to an anti-reflective coating, showcases the textured black dial with large highly-legible white indices and accompanying the “12” and “6” numerals. A square window at the 3 o’clock position shows the date while 16 Luminox Light Technology (LLT) tubes on the hands, around the dial, and on the bezel pip provide a constant glow for around 25 years. There’s a 316L stainless steel signature clasp buckle that binds the cut-to-fit embossed black rubber strap with the 24 mm lugs of this limited edition dive watch.
The Pacific Diver Automatic 3100 Series Limited Edition is now available on the Luminox site for US $1,745 or around PhP111,000 plus applicable taxes and handling charges. We envy the lucky 400 watch aficionados who will be able to acquire these highly-capable, highly-collectible dive watches that combines ocean-depth performance, everyday versatility, and distinct finish.
Make: Luminox
Model: Pacific Diver Automatic 3100 Series (Limited Edition)
Reference No.: XS.3109.N
Year of Manufacture: 2026
Type: Dive Watch
Movement: Automatic/Self-Winding
Caliber: Swiss Sellita SW 200
Diameter: 42 mm
Thickness: 13 mm
Lug-to-lug Length: 48.5 mm
Lug Width: 24 mm
Weight: 124 grams
