Doxa is a dive-watch brand with one of the most recognizable looks in watchmaking: a cushion-shaped steel case, a bright orange dial and a bezel that carries a dive table. The names of the models and the dials can be confusing at first. This guide sorts them out.
The watch that started it
Doxa was founded in 1889 in Le Locle, Switzerland, by Georges Ducommun. The watch it is known for came in 1967: the SUB 300, designed with professional divers. It had a bright orange dial for legibility under water and a rotating bezel with a no-decompression dive table, so a diver could read how long they could stay at a given depth.
The current range still follows that watch.
The four models
| Model | What it is |
|---|---|
| SUB 300 | The original shape of 1967: a slim cushion case with a domed crystal, rated to 300 meters |
| SUB 300T | The sturdier version, with a thicker case and greater water resistance |
| SUB 200 | A simpler dive watch with a conventional case and bezel, the way into the brand |
| SUB 600T | An angular case in the style of the brand's 1980s models |
Sizes and water resistance differ between them, so use the figures in the specifications of each listing.
What the dial names mean
Doxa names its dial colors, and the name is part of how each watch is listed:
- Professional: orange
- Sharkhunter: black
- Searambler: silver
- Caribbean: blue
- Divingstar: yellow
- Aquamarine: turquoise
So a "SUB 300T Caribbean" is the sturdier case with a blue dial.
Bracelet or rubber
Most models are offered on the steel bracelet, known for its small rice-grain links, or on a rubber strap in the color of the dial. They are separate references. Check which one is on the listing before you compare prices.
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the SUB 300 if you want the original 1967 shape and the slimmest case.
- Choose the SUB 300T if you want the sturdier build and more water resistance.
- Choose the SUB 200 if you want the Doxa look in a more conventional dive watch.
- Choose the SUB 600T if you prefer the angular case.
If you are unsure about size, read our guide to choosing your watch size.
Every watch we sell is checked by our specialist before it ships. We are an independent retailer, not an authorized dealer of the brand; the listing says what comes with each watch.
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Frequently asked questions
Why are Doxa dials orange?
The SUB 300 of 1967 was given a bright orange dial so that it could be read easily under water. Orange is still the color most associated with the brand, and Doxa calls it Professional.
What is the difference between the SUB 300 and the SUB 300T?
The SUB 300 keeps the slim case and domed crystal of the 1967 original. The SUB 300T has a thicker, sturdier case and greater water resistance.
What does Sharkhunter mean on a Doxa?
It is Doxa's name for the black dial. Each dial color has its own name.
What is the scale on a Doxa bezel?
It is a no-decompression dive table. It shows how long a diver can stay at a given depth without decompression stops.
