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The Aquaman-themed IWC Aquatimer Perpetual Calendar Digital is a pair of 2023 limited-edition dive watches created with Warner Bros. Pictures for Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom. The red-accented IW379405 and blue-accented IW379406 each combine a 49 mm black Ceratanium case with an automatic flyback chronograph and digital perpetual calendar.
What are the Aquaman-themed IWC Aquatimers?
These are two film-linked editions of IWC’s Aquatimer Perpetual Calendar Digital Date-Month, rather than a separate, ongoing Aquatimer collection. Monochrome Watches reported that IWC partnered with Warner Bros. Pictures and that the watches’ red and blue glowing details were inspired by prop watches supplied for the film’s production. The color identifies the reference: IW379405 is red, while IW379406 is blue. Monochrome Watches’ 2023 launch coverage describes the two editions.
How do the two references differ?
| Specification | IW379405 | IW379406 |
|---|---|---|
| Luminous accents | Red | Blue |
| Case | Black Ceratanium; 49 mm diameter, 19.5 mm height | Black Ceratanium; 49 mm diameter, 19.5 mm height |
| Water resistance | 100 m | 100 m |
| Movement | IWC calibre 89802 | IWC calibre 89802 |
| Reported edition size | 25 pieces | 25 pieces |
| Reported launch price | EUR 62,000 or USD 57,600 | EUR 62,000 or USD 57,600 |
Specifications, edition sizes and launch prices in the table are figures reported by Monochrome Watches in 2023. The prices are launch figures, not current resale estimates or confirmation that either reference is presently available.
What is the case and bezel setup?
The 49 mm case is 19.5 mm tall and made from black Ceratanium, which IWC describes as a proprietary alloy combining titanium’s lightness and mechanical resistance with ceramic properties. Monochrome reports sapphire crystals on the front and caseback, a screw-in crown, a Ceratanium caseback ring, and 100 m water resistance.
#1 Best Overall
- Automatic L888 Movement, Hours, minutes, seconds, and date. Screw-down case back
- Brown Leather strap with buckle
- 5 Year International Warranty
The Aquatimer’s SafeDive arrangement links an external ring to an internal rotating bezel. Turning the outside ring therefore moves the inner timing scale, allowing the elapsed-time bezel to be operated without a conventional exposed internal bezel crown. The reported strap is vented rubber, fitted with a Ceratanium pin buckle and quick-change system.
How do the digital calendar and chronograph work?
Both references use IWC’s automatic calibre 89802, an integrated column-wheel chronograph movement with flyback function and digital perpetual calendar. The large date and month appear in double-digit displays beneath an open honeycomb-pattern dial section; the movement also provides a leap-year indication. Small seconds sit at six o’clock. Monochrome reports 51 jewels, a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour and a 68-hour power reserve.
Rank #2
- Automatic L888 Movement, Hours, minutes, seconds, and date. Screw-down case back
- Blue Leather strap with buckle
- 5 Year International Warranty
The shared movement and layout mean the meaningful functional difference between the two editions is not the calendar or chronograph, but the red or blue luminous accents on the hands and bezel indications. The black dial and case provide the backdrop for either color.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.What did they cost at launch, and are they available now?
Monochrome Watches reported a launch price of EUR 62,000 or USD 57,600 for each edition and a production limit of 25 pieces per colorway. Those are historical launch details; the cited coverage does not establish current retailer stock, resale prices, or availability. Anyone looking for one should verify the exact reference, condition, seller and current price directly before purchase.
Quick Recap
Rank #4
- Classic Style: rotatable bezel function with 120° unidirectional rotation, Japanese quartz movement with date function, enlarged date window at 3 o'clock, rotatable bezel, can be used as a chronograph or second time zone timer.
- Dimensions: Case Diameter: 41 mm; Case Length: 48 mm; Case Thickness: 13 mm; lugs width : 20 mm; Watch weight: 163 g; Watch length: 220 mm
- Detailed Components: screw-down crown, mineral glass dial window, stainless steel bracelet, adjustable bracelet (included tool to remove the bracelet links), security folding
- 200M Waterproof: It can protect your watch, you can use it underwater in rainy days with peace of mind
- Easy to Read Face :Simple dial design, easy to read the time, with luminescent function, the time can be clearly seen in the dark place
Rank #3
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- Item Shape: Round
- View the movement: Mechanical automatic (with hand winding)
- Waterproof depth: 200.0 meters
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