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MINUS-8 Diver 1T Solar (Titanium)

The MINUS-8 Diver 1T Solar (Titanium) is a 42 mm Grade 2 titanium dive watch with a Seiko Epson AS-01 solar quartz movement.

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Price
$258
Material
Titanium
Grade / type
Grade 2
Weight
104 g (with bracelet)
Water resistance
200 m
Type
Diver
Case diameter
42.0 mm
Thickness
13 mm
Lug-to-lug
49 mm
Origin
United States
Movement
Solar quartz
Caliber
Seiko Epson AS-01
Power reserve
4 months (full charge)
Complications
Time only
Colour
Grey
Finish technology
Natural finish
Caseback
Titanium
Nickel-free
Unconfirmed (clasp or buckle material not confirmed)
Bracelet / strap
Titanium bracelet
Matching bracelet
Standard
Crystal
Flat sapphire, AR coated
Display back
No
Dial
Black and grey colourways (orange accents)
Dial colours
Black Grey
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Availability
Offered
Status
Current
Not published
Reference, Hardness, Construction, Surface treatment
High confidence Verified Sep 2026 Source: MINUS-8 (maker) Spec checksGrade Jul 2026Price Jul 2026Weight Sep 2026
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Frequently asked questions

What grade of titanium is the MINUS-8 Diver 1T Solar (Titanium)?

Grade 2, as stated by the maker. The caseback is titanium too.

What size is the MINUS-8 Diver 1T Solar (Titanium)?

The case is 42 mm across, 13 mm thick and 49 mm from lug to lug. It is water resistant to 200 m.

How much does the MINUS-8 Diver 1T Solar (Titanium) weigh?

About 104 g on its bracelet.

How much does the MINUS-8 Diver 1T Solar (Titanium) cost, and is it available?

It is in production, at a list price of $258.

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