Ressence, the renowned Belgian luxury watch brand, has once again surprised watch lovers around the world with its innovation. Ressence Type 5 L, the successor to the highly successful Type 5 model, offers superior legibility underwater thanks to its green Grade A Super-LumiNova dial.
Ressence Type 5 L boasts a 46mm wide titanium case, making the watch light and corrosion resistant. The case is filled with mineral oil, which prevents reflections and enables perfect readability from all angles, even underwater. This innovation eliminates the so-called "Total Internal Reflection", which is a common problem with traditional diver's watches, where the light causes reflections and thus makes it difficult to read the dial.
Technical specifications and functionalities
In addition to the already mentioned legibility, the watch also boasts several other top features. Water resistant to 100 meters (10 ATM), which is less than some competitors but still sufficient for most recreational divers. The unidirectional rotating bezel enables accurate time measurement. The crown is replaced by the Ressence Compression Lock System, which ensures complete waterproofing. The watch has two different straps, one gray textile with a yellow lining and one made of blue rubber, which allows flexibility and comfort. In addition, the watch boasts a mechanical, self-winding movement with a 36-hour power reserve.
Aesthetics and practicality
The inspiration for the shape of the watch is a sea turtle, which is reflected in the smooth lines and compact "paws" or lugs. Despite its large size (46 mm diameter and 15.5 mm thickness), the watch looks elegant and not too big on the wrist. The entire dial is coated with Super-LumiNova, which ensures excellent visibility in the dark.
Conclusion
The Ressence Type 5 L is the ideal choice for divers who need superior readability and innovative solutions, but are aware of limitations such as lower water resistance. A price that ranges around 35,800 dollars / comparable euros, puts it at the top of luxury diving watches for those looking for something unique and high-tech.
