This mango timekeeper can handle vampire squids

600m below the ocean’s surface, you reach the cusp of the aphotic zone – namely, a place where next to no light penetrates. Which is a shame, because Christopher Ward’s C60 Trident 316L diving watch (from £730) – which is water resistant to that very depth – is quite the looker. Clad in marine-grade stainless steel, its seafaring subtleties (including a trident-shaped second hand) are complemented by a glorious orange hue that’s bound to be appreciated by the various squids and squishy things deep below – if only they could see it. Still, at least you’ll be able to give them accurate time updates, thanks to the reliable Sellita 200-1 mechanical movement.

Chris Rowlands Freelance contributor

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Formerly News Editor at this fine institution, Chris now writes about tech from his tropical office. Sidetracked by sustainable stuff, he’s also keen on coffee kit, classic cars and any gear that gets better with age.

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Cameras, gear and travel tech