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Skin Diver Slim CMM.20 Limited Edition

Sale price$2,249.00

LIMITED EDITION 000/500 *

 

Supercharged with our micro-rotor Manufacture caliber, the Skin Diver Slim CMM.20 Limited Edition is the modern interpretation of the iconic skin divers released by YEMA in the 1960’s. Rugged, yet stylish.

CMM.20

CALIBRE MANUFACTURE MORTEAU 20

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Ultra-thin micro-rotor caliber featuring near chronometric precision and 70 hours power reserve while beating at 28,800vph (4Hz).

FRENCH MANUFACTURE CALIBER

Micro-rotor caliber designed by French watchmaker Olivier Mory and manufactured by YEMA in its Morteau workshops.

ULTRA-THIN MICRO-ROTOR CALIBER

Due to its smart architecture resulting in a contained thickness of just 3.70 mm, this micro-rotor caliber equips thin and elegant cases.

-3/+7 SECONDS ACCURACY

Optimised mechanical accuracy with near chronometric performance. Swiss regulating organs made of non-magnetic alloys.

LARGE BARREL WITH 70 HOURS POWER RESERVE

High density tungsten micro-rotor and large barrel allowing optimized winding and a power reserve of 70 hours.

ULTRA LEGIBLE SKIN DIVER DIAL

The complex dial layout provides a distinctive design element and excellent legibility by showcasing triangular-shaped hour markers complete with Arabic numerals. The oversized applied markers extend into the center of the dial and are matched with a large, arrow-shaped minute hand, a long, pencil-shaped hour hand, and lollipop for the seconds.

All the elements are generously filled with vintage-inspired, lime-coloured Super-LumiNova and outlined in polished steel. Simply balanced, bold lumed markers and broad hands complement each other entirely.

The dial base has a dark grey surface, reinforcing the old-school look, and contributing to accentuate the play of light of the polished steel raised markers and hands against the dark dial.

"FADED GHOST” SAPPHIRE BEZEL

The rotating bezel stands out for its vintage-inspired “faded ghost” look. It is entirely made of sapphire and is in perfect harmony with the dark grey dial and the brushed finish of the case. This redesigned bezel features a unidirectional rotation, a 0-60 scale, and a luminescent marker at 12 o'clock treated in Grade A Super-LumiNova, which constitute essential features for professional diving watches.

000/500 LIMITED EDITION SAPPHIRE EXHIBITION CASE-BACK

Luxury watches can inspire for a variety of reasons. It’s not only the design and the style of the timepiece but also the technical aspects of a fine timepiece that can really blow watch enthusiasts away. The sapphire exhibition case-back is an elegant feature for those who enjoy taking a look at the inner workings of their mechanical timepieces, in this case it allows wearers to catch a glimpse into the inner intricacies of the Manufacture micro-rotor caliber CMM.20, a rare caliber worthy of showcasing.

Each case-back is engraved with a unique serial number, also displayed on the 5-year warranty card, and the corresponding Limited Edition number out of a total of 500 time pieces.

NEW SCALES SLIM BRACELET

The iconic 1960s YEMA Scales bracelet has been slimmed down by 0.40mm so as to harmoniously integrate with the Skin Diver Slim thin case.

This new Scales Slim bracelet gradually tapers from 4mm at the buckle and naturally adapts to each wrist's shape. It features a fully brushed finish, providing an elegant visual continuity with the brushed steel case.

The double-security folding clasp includes a dive extension for easy and quick adjustment of the bracelet over a diving suit.

CLASSIC SKIN DIVER STEEL CASE

Conceived as a professional dive watch, the 39mm 316L stainless steel case (47mm lug-to-lug) stands out with its 20mm curved lugs and brushed finishes in contrast with the polished bevels.

Instantly recognizable by its unguarded crowns and with a contained thickness of just 10mm, the steel case has been slimmed down to accommodate our CMM.20 micro-rotor caliber, while preserving a 30 BAR water resistance thanks to the sapphire exhibition case-back and the screw-down crown.

The Skin Diver Slim offers an elegant and refined case design while preserving all the advantages and functions of modern mechanical dive watches.

DOUBLE DOME SAPPHIRE CRYSTAL

The Skin Diver Slim features a 2.00 mm thick double-dome sapphire crystal, offering better readability, increased resistance and a resolutely vintage look and feel.

GRADE A SUPER-LUMINOVA

The hour markers, hands and bezel pipe are coated with Grade A Super-LumiNova for perfect readability even in the dark.

Skin diving (or free-diving) became very popular in the mid-20th century which led to a wide variety of utilitarian watches that were designed to be used during recreational diving. Water resistant skin diver watches were instantly recognizable: They featured a slimmer and smaller case than the professional dive watches, as well as unguarded crowns, making them more ergonomic and easy to wear. On top of that, they were stylish enough to feel appropriate out of the water too, offering a dressier and more refined approach, some sort of rugged elegance.

A VINTAGE-INSPIRED CLASSIC

This modern interpretation of YEMA’s emblematic 1960s skin divers looks and feels great on the wrist, exuding a vintage vibe and a distinctive retro flair. Strapping on the Scales Slim bracelet, the Skin Diver Slim CMM.20 wears incredibly comfortably and it’s refined and stylish enough to feel appropriate out of the water too.

CALIBER

Micro-Rotor Caliber Manufacture Morteau 20
28 800 A/h
Self winding with ball bearings rotor
70h power reserve
Hours, minutes, seconds
Daily rate of -3 /+7 seconds per day

BEZEL

Unidirectional diving bezel with sapphire insert white markers (0 to 60 graduation)

Marker at 12 o'clock (luminescent) in Super-LumiNova C3 Grade A

CASE & CRYSTAL

Material: Vertical brushed 316L stainless steel with polished bevel
Diameter: 39mm
Thickness: 10mm
Lugs: 20mm
 
2.20 mm double domed sapphire crystal

DIAL & HANDS

Lacquered dark gray dial
Applied hour markers and hands in polished stainless steel
All hands and markers treated with Super-LumiNova C3 Grade A

BRACELET

316L stainless steel Scales Slim bracelet in brushed finish

CROWN

Screw-down crown with embossed YEMA logo

WATER RESISTANCE

30 BAR / 300 m / 990 feet

LOCAL PRODUCTION

Over the past few years, YEMA has made significant investments aimed at insourcing a good part of its production and constantly improving the quality of its manufacturing processes by implementing latest equipment as well as expanding and modernising its workshops and production lines. In addition, YEMA now works with new local partners in France and Switzerland within a range of 72km of its workshops, to secure a more responsible and higher quality production.

A DYNAMIC REGIONAL WATCHMAKING ECOSYSTEM

YEMA workshops are based in Morteau, the cradle of French watchmaking, a few steps from the Swiss watchmaking region. This cross-border watchmaking community concentrated along the Jura mountains has gradually transformed into a true regional ecosystem recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage by the UNESCO in 2020.

LOCAL PRODUCTION

Over the past few years, YEMA has made significant investments aimed at insourcing a good part of its production and constantly improving the quality of its manufacturing processes by implementing latest equipment as well as expanding and modernising its workshops and production lines. In addition, YEMA now works with new local partners in France and Switzerland within a range of 72km of its workshops, to secure a more responsible and higher quality production.

A DYNAMIC REGIONAL WATCHMAKING ECOSYSTEM

YEMA workshops are based in Morteau, the cradle of French watchmaking, a few steps from the Swiss watchmaking region. This cross-border watchmaking community concentrated along the Jura mountains has gradually transformed into a true regional ecosystem recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage by the UNESCO in 2020.

JASON WASHINGTON

YEMA's signature #TimeofHeroes dates from 1970. It reflects the history and values of the brand and what it stands for. It tells the adventures of remarkable sportsmen and explorers who have achieved the extraordinary under the most extreme conditions.

A 2017 International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame honoree, Jason Washington is a professional scuba diver and underwater photographer featured in many print publications including the iconic National Geographic. Jason is an iconic figure in the Cayman Islands underwater community, he's at the origin of several projects which aim at protecting the delicate marine life found in the waters of the Cayman Islands and promoting sustainable tourism. Jason is a proud PADI ambassador and collaborates today with YEMA by testing the reliability of our dive watch prototypes in their natural environment.

WELCOME TO A WORLD OF PRIVILEGES

With your first purchase you become a member of YEMA's loyalty program YEMA Privilege. Enjoy exclusive offers and discounts that increase in value as you move up the tiers, free shipping, 24/7 Customer Service and 5 Years International warranty.

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YOUR YEMA MANUFACTURE WOODEN CASE

Each watch is delivered in an elegant wooden case with a personalised International Warranty card.

WELCOME TO A WORLD OF PRIVILEGES

With your first purchase you become a member of YEMA's loyalty program YEMA Privilege. Enjoy exclusive offers and discounts that increase in value as you move up the tiers, free shipping, 24/7 Customer Service and 5 Years International warranty.

SEE ALL BENEFITS

YOUR YEMA MANUFACTURE WOODEN CASE

Each watch is delivered in an elegant wooden case with a personalised International Warranty card.