EBF Skin Diver – Vintage Swiss Diver – Tritium Dial – 38 mm – Date – Mechanical Movement Offered for auction is an authentic EBF Skin Diver, a classic Swiss-made diving watch from the golden era of tool watches. Featuring a robust 38 mm case, rotating diver's bezel, black dial with aged tritium markers, and a reliable Swiss mechanical movement, this timepiece embodies the adventurous spirit of the 1960s and 1970s when recreational diving was becoming increasingly popular around the world. With its distinctive skin diver proportions, red central seconds hand, and beautifully aged luminous numerals, this EBF represents everything collectors appreciate about vintage Swiss diving watches. Technical Details Brand: EBF Model: Skin Diver Swiss Made Chromed case Case diameter: 38 mm (excluding crown) Bidirectional rotating diver bezel Acrylic crystal Black dial Original tritium hour markers and hands Swiss mechanical movement Functions: Hours Minutes Central seconds Date display Water resistance: untested Generic textile NATO-style strap Suitable for wrists up to approximately 23 cm Generic presentation box included Condition Report Grade B Good vintage condition overall Case shows normal signs of wear and age-related use Rotating bezel displays expected wear consistent with decades of use Dial remains attractive and highly collectible Tritium markers have developed a desirable vintage patina Acrylic crystal shows light signs of use Movement functioning at the time of cataloguing Please review all photographs carefully as they form part of the description Story & Heritage The Skin Diver category occupies a special place in the history of Swiss watchmaking. During the 1960s, as underwater exploration became increasingly accessible to sportsmen and adventurers, Swiss manufacturers developed practical and reliable diving watches designed for recreational use. These watches became known as "Skin Divers" due to their slimmer profiles and comfortable dimensions compared to professional military dive watches. EBF was among the Swiss manufacturers producing robust mechanical watches that delivered reliability, legibility, and functionality for active lifestyles. Their diving models reflected the engineering philosophy of the period: clear dials, luminous markers, rotating timing bezels, and dependable mechanical movements capable of accompanying their owners both underwater and on land. This example perfectly captures that era. The black dial provides excellent contrast against the oversized luminous Arabic numerals, while the striking red seconds hand adds character and functionality. The tritium markers have aged naturally over the decades, creating the warm vintage appearance highly sought after by collectors today. The 38 mm case size is particularly desirable, offering authentic vintage proportions while remaining highly wearable by modern standards. Combined with the rotating diver bezel and mechanical movement, the watch retains all the charm of a true vintage tool watch. Today, vintage Swiss Skin Divers have become increasingly appreciated for their historical importance, distinctive aesthetics, and connection to the pioneering age of recreational diving. This EBF is a wonderful opportunity to acquire an honest and attractive example from that fascinating chapter of horological history. Express Delivery Via UPS Express Internal Reference Number - Xtm. 106