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Ball Engineer Hydrocarbon NEDU

DC3226A-S3C-BE

The Ball Engineer Hydrocarbon NEDU is a current-production diver watch with a Grade 5 titanium case. It is priced well above the $1,300 median for the category.

Titanium diver watchesGrade 5 titanium
Price
$4,899
Titanium
Grade 5
Water resistance
600 m
Reference
DC3226A-S3C-BE
Type
Diver
Case diameter
42.0 mm
Thickness
17.3 mm
Origin
Switzerland
Movement
Automatic
Caliber
BALL RR1402-C
Complications
Time only
Case shape
Round
Case colour
Natural / grey
Finish technology
Natural finish
Nickel-free
Not verified (contact-point materials not all confirmed)
Dial
Blue (gradient)
Dial colours
Blue
Availability
Offered
Status
Current
Not published
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Frequently asked questions

What grade of titanium is the Ball Engineer Hydrocarbon NEDU?

The Ball Engineer Hydrocarbon NEDU has a Grade 5 titanium case. This is confirmed against the maker spec.

What size is the Ball Engineer Hydrocarbon NEDU?

It is 42.0 mm in diameter, 17.3 mm thick, and water resistant to 600 m.

How much does the Ball Engineer Hydrocarbon NEDU cost, and is it available?

It is current-production and lists from $4,899.

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