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Aragon Hercules Ceramic 8217

A612 (50mm) / A613 (44mm)

The Aragon Hercules Ceramic 8217 is a 50 mm ceramic dive watch with a Miyota 8217 automatic movement. At a list price of $350, only one of the 27 other ceramic dive watches in production, leaving out the fashion brands costs less. At 249 g on its bracelet, only one of the 35 other ceramic watches weighed on a bracelet is heavier.

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Price
$350
Material
Ceramic
Grade / type
Ceramic
Weight
249 g (with bracelet)
Water resistance
200 m
Reference
A612 (50mm) / A613 (44mm)
Type
Diver
Case diameter
50.0 mm
Thickness
13 mm
Lug-to-lug
57 mm
Origin
United States
Movement
Automatic
Caliber
Miyota 8217
Complications
Time only
Colour
Black
Finish technology
Natural finish
Nickel-free
No (steel contact)
Bracelet / strap
Ceramic bracelet with an IP black stainless steel fliplock push-button deployant clasp
Matching bracelet
Standard
Crystal
Sapphire
Display back
Yes
Dial
Black, blue, purple or white
Dial colours
Black White Blue Purple
Availability
Offered
Status
Current
Not published
Power reserve, Hardness, Construction, Surface treatment, Caseback, Lume
Medium confidence Verified Oct 2026 Source: Aragon maker product pages, read 2026-10-05 (A612BLK, A612PUR, A613BLU): "Case Measurements: 50mm (Ceramic)" (44mm (Ceramic) on A613), unidirectional rotating ceramic bezel, ceramic bracelet with an IP black stainless steel fliplock clasp, so nickelFree is false. 57 mm lug to lug (51 mm at 44 mm), 13 mm thick, Miyota 8217 automatic, 200 m, exhibition caseback (material not stated), 8.8 oz (249 g) at 50 mm. The store prints a lower figure beside the USD 350 list; the list price is recorded. Separate from the NH35 Hercules because the movement differs. Maker ↗
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Frequently asked questions

Is the Aragon Hercules Ceramic 8217 nickel-free?

No. At least one part that touches the skin is steel, usually the caseback or the clasp, and steel carries nickel, so the guide does not list it as nickel-free.

What is the case of the Aragon Hercules Ceramic 8217 made of?

The case is ceramic. The guide has not yet confirmed it on the maker's own page.

What size is the Aragon Hercules Ceramic 8217?

The case is 50 mm across, 13 mm thick and 57 mm from lug to lug. It is water resistant to 200 m.

How much does the Aragon Hercules Ceramic 8217 weigh?

About 249 g on its bracelet.

How much does the Aragon Hercules Ceramic 8217 cost, and is it available?

It is in production, at a list price of $350.

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