Ball 42mm Engineer Hydrocarbon NEDU

Ball Engineer Hydrocarbon NEDU Mens Automatic Watch DC3226A-S6C-BE. Case Size 42mm.

The Engineer Hydrocarbon NEDU represents major technological innovation in the design of diving watches. Dedicated to the Navy Experimental Diving Unit (NEDU) – a United States Navy unit responsible for rolling out operational diving and decompression rules for the US Armed Forces – the NEDU timepiece is a tool watch of the highest order, featuring extraordinary water resistance and technology strong enough for military missions.

Along with 600 meter water resistance, the NEDU DC3226A-S6C-BE features a world first in watchmaking: the automatic helium release valve is directly incorporated into the crown. This patented BALL innovation allows helium, hydrogen and other gases to safely escape during decompression – eliminating damage. The chronograph functions are also fully operational under water thanks to the design of the pushers.

The automatic BALL RR1402-C movement is a chronograph caliber that measures and indicates elapsed time up to 12 hours. Its COSC certified precision is protected by anti-shock and anti-magnetic technology. The self-winding movement is securely housed inside a robust 42mm case with a thickness of 17.3mm, while the case back features a diver motif echoing NEDU’s official emblem.

Adding to the already utility wear and functionality of this timepiece, built from chromed pure black ceramic, the uni-directional rotating bezel is exceptionally resistant to corrosion, scratches and ultraviolet rays. Its ergonomic contours ensure precise handling even when wearing diving gloves, while the oversized numerals and graduation enable immediate legibility. Supporting the bezel are two chamfers cut into the case flange, acting like drains to expel any trapped water.

To remain visible even at the darkest depths, the dial’s hour indexes, hands and pushers of the NEDU DC3226A-S6C-BE are outfitted with luminous micro gas tubes. The iconic luminosity of Ball Watches requires no external source of light or energy while being up to 100 times more efficient than conventional luminous paints. Day and night, the dial design and the contrast between the graduation, seconds hand and hands on the sub-dials provide excellent legibility.

The specifics of the NEDU DC3226A-S6C-BE include a Grade 5 Titanium case with a size of 42mm and thickness of 17.3mm with a lug-to-lug size of 53.55mm. The bracelet is Tapered titanium and stainless steel with patented folding buckle & extension system. The NEDU features the Ball patented crown protection system. The glass used is anti-reflective Sapphire Crystal. The black dial is topped by a ceramic luminous unidirectional rotating bezel. The watch features a Water Resistance rating of 600m / 2000ft and an Anti-Magnetism rating of 4800A/m. For luminence there are 21 micro gas tubes on hour, minute, second hands, dial and pushers for night reading capability.

The Ball NEDU DC3226A-S6C-BE uses the mechanical automatic BALL RR1402-C caliber which is chronometer certified COSC.

What we like: All this functionality along with the looks on a watch that weighs a mere 200gm! A full utility dive watch that wont be out of place from Bondi to the Boardroom and everywhere in the middle.

Ships in 1-3 Business Days from Sydney with Australia Post Express. Sydney customers can pick up on the same day from our Alexandria showroom after placing the order by choosing Click & Collect as the delivery option.

Built to exceed traditional Swiss watchmaking standards, your BALL watch is warranted by BALL Watch Company SA for a period of twenty-four months or forty-eight months if you benefit from a Premium warranty card from the date of purchase under the terms and conditions of this warranty. You are cordially invited to register your timepiece on www.ballwatch.com within 90 days of purchase for a free extended twelve months warranty. This will effectively cover your BALL watch for a total of thirty-six or sixty months warranty period. The international warranty covers material and manufacturing defects existing at the time of delivery of the purchased watch.

StarBuy are Authorised distributors of BALL Watches.

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