Ole Mathiesen – 1919 Navy Diver Stainless Steel Case – Automatic – Black Dial – Rare Danish Design Offered for auction is a rare and distinctive Ole Mathiesen 1919 Navy Diver, a timepiece produced by the prestigious Copenhagen watch house Ole Mathiesen, a brand known for its minimalist Scandinavian design and high-quality Swiss manufacturing. This model combines Danish design philosophy with Swiss automatic watchmaking, resulting in a refined yet robust diver’s watch with a strong and clean aesthetic. Technical Details: Brand: Ole Mathiesen Model: 1919 Navy Diver Case Material: Stainless steel Case Diameter: 40 mm Crystal: Sapphire crystal Dial: Black dial with luminous indices and hands Water Resistance: 120 meters (12 BAR, as engraved on caseback) Movement: Swiss automatic movement Functions: - Hours - Minutes - Seconds Date (at 3 o’clock) Strap: Original Ole Mathiesen leather strap Wrist Size: Fits up to approximately 21 cm wrist Condition: Grade A for the watch, Grade B+ for the strap due to normal signs of wear Set: Generic box The watch features a clean black dial with applied luminous hour markers and bold hands, designed for excellent legibility underwater. The unidirectional rotating bezel with clear minute markers enhances its functionality as a true diver-style watch. The caseback is engraved with “1919 Navy Diver – Ole Mathiesen Copenhagen – 12 BAR”, along with a wave-pattern medallion, a beautiful detail that reflects the maritime inspiration behind this model. The stainless steel case has a matte tool-watch finish, giving the watch a professional and understated appearance, while the original leather strap adds a refined and versatile look suitable for daily wear. Story & Heritage: Ole Mathiesen is a historic Copenhagen watchmaker founded in 1919, known for supplying watches to the Danish Royal Court and for its dedication to minimalist Scandinavian design combined with Swiss precision movements. Unlike mass-produced dive watches, the 1919 Navy Diver represents a more refined interpretation of a diver’s watch — functional, elegant, and produced in much smaller numbers, making it a relatively rare find on the market. This model reflects the Scandinavian philosophy of functional beauty, where every design element has a purpose and nothing is excessive. Today, Ole Mathiesen watches are appreciated by collectors for their understated luxury, rarity, and strong design identity, especially models connected to the brand’s maritime and Danish heritage. A rare opportunity to acquire an Ole Mathiesen 1919 Navy Diver, a distinctive automatic diver with Scandinavian design and Swiss mechanical heart. The watch will be carefully packed and shipped insured. Express Delivery Via UPS Express