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U-BOAT Classico replica watches



This section provides a comprehensive overview of the U-BOAT Classico series, including its origins, core design, classic models, specifications, and positioning, allowing you to fully understand and choose the right watch.

Series Origins
The Classico is the core vintage military line of the Italian Tuscan brand U-BOAT, launched by Italo Fontana during the brand's revival in 2000. It directly pays homage to the prototype watch designed for the Italian Navy's submarine force in 1942 but never mass-produced. All models retain the iconic crown at the 9 o'clock position on the left and the patented kettle-shaped crown guard, with a unique serial number engraved on the side of the case.

Core Design and Common Features

Dial: Almost all feature a three-layered structure, with large Arabic numerals at 12, 4, and 8 o'clock, and bar hour markers for the rest; hands and markers are generally coated with Superluminova luminescent material, and some models have an exposed ruby ​​above the 6 o'clock position, along with a 24-hour indicator and date window;

Materials and Sizes: Sizes include 30mm (women's), 40, 42, 45, 46, and 47mm; materials include stainless steel, bronze (which develops a natural patina), tungsten steel coating, and PVD black steel, paired with Tuscan handcrafted leather straps or stainless steel bracelets; crystals are mostly anti-reflective sapphire crystal;

Movement and Water Resistance: Automatic models use Swiss movements (such as the U-77 and improved U-77), some with transparent case backs; quartz models are mostly used in smaller women's watches; water resistance is generally 100 meters (50 meters for some women's models, and 300 meters for the Sommerso diving model). (Meters);

Style: Retro military style, balancing ruggedness and everyday wear. The bronze version offers more playability, while the diamond-set women's version adds elegance.

Recognized Classic Models and Highlights

Classico 45 Bronzo (Bronze 45mm)
A retro benchmark. The bronze case develops a unique patina with wear; matte brown-black three-layer dial with exposed rubies, 24-hour + date display; Swiss automatic movement, 100-meter water resistance, and a retro brown leather strap.

Classico U-47 47mm AB1 (9160)
A large, imposing model. Black PVD-coated stainless steel, smoked black dial, 12/4/8 Arabic numerals, beige luminous hands; date + seconds hand, transparent case back; 100-meter water resistance, and a black laser-engraved leather strap.

Classico 42 Tungsteno (8892/8893)
A popular choice for commuters. 42mm stainless steel + tungsten steel bezel, black/beige luminous three-layer dial; automatic movement, 44-hour power reserve, 100m water resistance, with Tuscan hand-engraved laser-engraved leather strap.

Classico 30mm Black Mother of Pearl (8899, women's)
Elegant vintage women's watch. 30mm stainless steel, black mother-of-pearl dial, diamonds at 12/4/8 o'clock; quartz movement, 50m water resistance, optional stainless steel bracelet with folding clasp.

Classico Sommerso 46mm (9007/A)
A vintage diving fusion. 46mm stainless steel, unidirectional rotating bezel; black luminous disc, 24-hour + date display; automatic movement, 300m water resistance, with optional rubber strap, suitable for light diving and everyday wear.

Classico 40 Vintage (9568)
An understated tribute to the original. With a moderate 40mm size, beige/vintage brown matte dial, classic numeral layout, and distressed leather strap; automatic movement, 100-meter water resistance, suitable for users with smaller wrists who prefer an understated vintage style.