"BANANA REEF"
[Diver’s Type Collection] The Banana Reef is our tribute to the golden age of underwater exploration. It honors the clever watchmakers and the timeless style of the 1930s. The black dial is a nod to the depths of the ocean. The corrosion-resistant case, an example of the rugged construction that defined that era. If you're after a dive watch that combines the iconic style of the 1930s but is still practical for everyday use, this is the one for you.
Highlights
- Solar powered Viluminus movement
- 1930s-inspired diver watch
- Black DLC-coated case and domed crystal
- Water resistant to 100m
- Includes both leather and Tyvek straps
Specifications
- Movement: Epson VS75A light-powered quartz, holds up to 5 months of charge
- Chronograph: 1/5 second center chronograph, 60-minute stopwatch
- Case & Bezel: Stainless steel case with black DLC-coated bezel
- Crystal: Museum-grade domed crystal with anti-reflective coating
- Straps: Vegetable-tanned leather strap and Tyvek strap, 20mm
- Water Resistance: 100m
- Dial: Black dial with gold accents, luminescent hands and markers, date window
- Crown: Screw-down crown at 3 o’clock
- Dimensions: 40mm diameter, 47mm lug-to-lug, 13.5mm thickness
Let us tell you all about The Banana Reef
In the 1930s, diving watches were still evolving from experimental gear into dependable tools. Early underwater explorers relied on rugged cases, rotating bezels, and highly legible dials to keep track of their time below the surface. Those innovations inspired the Banana Reef. It carries the charm of those early tool watches while adding the reliability of modern solar technology and everyday durability.
Whether you’re heading into the water or just making your way through the day, the Banana Reef delivers that classic diver look with the practicality to match.
Shipping
After you have placed an order, we will deliver the goods to you within 3-6 working days. The delivery charges will be shown after you have entered your shipping information. The transit time is about 3 to 14 days, depending on the shipping zones. For those areas that may not be covered by our delivery services, we will refund to you and cancel the order regretfully.
Return policy
If you are not 100% satisfied with your Sunrex Watch you can return it to us for an exchange or refund provided it is returned to us within 7 days.
Returns or exchanges are only accepted for items purchased directly from https://sunrexwatches.com/.
Items returned for refund or exchange must be returned in new, unused and re-sellable condition, with the original packaging and any protective coverings and product information intact. Returns that are soiled, damaged or altered may not be accepted and may be sent back to the customer.
For more details, please visit our Return Policy page: https://sunrexwatches.com/policies/refund-policy/.
Warranty
All our watches come with a 2-year free warranty, starting from the date of purchase. To ensure your rights are protected, please review the full warranty terms from https://sunrexwatches.com/blogs/news/warranty-policy/.
OUR TECH | VILUMINUS
OLD TECH, MODERN TAKE
Viluminus: Solar-Powered
Epson VS75A Solar
This watch runs on light. It's Chronograph uses solar-powered movements called Viluminus. The dial's solar cell converts light intoelectricity, powering itself and storing excess in its secondary battery, providing up to 5 months of charge when fully powered.
WATCH SPECS
- Museum-grade, anti-reflective coated crystal means you can check the time in any light condition.
- High-hardness DLC coating and rotatable bezel with CNC-milled markings gives it superior scratch resistance and longevity.
- Stainless steel casing endures any high-flying adventure and everyday wear.
- Quick-change spring bars make it easy to switch to match your style.
- Precision Chronograph Functions measures time down to 1/5 of a second.
- Black dial and luminous hands and markers ensures you can see the time, anytime.
- Clear date display keeps you on track without squinting.
- Unique solar movement, seen through the double-domed crystal, powers you watch for up to 5 months.
NOD TO THE PAST, MADE FOR THE PRESENT
The 1930s were a revolutionary time for diving watches. Picture divers with homemade goggles and simple diving masks, plunging into the depths with the kind of bravery that makes you question their sanity. Diving back then was for the most daring amongst us, largely because the gear was more suited to a Jules Verne novel than real life.
But as the thirst for underwater exploration grew, so did the demand for better tools. Tools like the diving watch.
Underwater timepieces were almost non-existent before the 1930s. That is, until the needs of navy divers and frogmen pushed watchmakers to innovate, resulting in water-resistant timepieces that blended rugged functionality with precise timekeeping.
This golden age for diving innovation meant that when, in the 1970s, a group of adventurous divers geared up to explore the uncharted waters of Banana Reef, in the Maldives, they had 3 things at their disposal: Basic gear, a need for adventure, and a trusted chronograph watch.
The "Banana Reef" Diver’s Chronograph is our ode to that time. Combining the iconic style of the 1930s we love so much with the everyday practicalities that come with modern craftsmanship, we created a watch those early divers would have loved. And we're willing to bet you'll feel the same when you glance at your wrist.
BECAUSE TIMELESS STYLE AND EVERYDAY PRACTICALITY SHOULD ALWAYS GO HAND IN HAND