DOXA is a Swiss watch manufacturer with a rich heritage dating back to its founding by Georges Ducommun in 1889 in the Jura Mountains. While initially known for dress watches and automotive clocks (like the famous 8-Day Caliber), DOXA cemented its legendary status in the world of horology with the launch of the SUB 300 dive watch in 1967. Developed in consultation with diving pioneer Jacques-Yves Cousteau and US Divers, the SUB series introduced radical innovations that became benchmarks for professional and recreational divers. These included the distinctive cushion-shaped case, the vibrant orange dial option for enhanced underwater visibility, the patented unidirectional bezel incorporating US Navy no-decompression dive limits, and the resilient "beads of rice" bracelet with a ratcheting dive extension clasp. DOXA watches are renowned for their robust build quality, purpose-driven design, and unique aesthetic, earning a dedicated following among dive watch enthusiasts and adventurers who value reliable tool watches with authentic history.
Marking the brand's return to the dual-time complication, the DOXA SUB 250T GMT line seamlessly integrates world-time functionality with the brand's established dive watch credentials. These watches retain the core identity of a DOXA diver, featuring a 40mm stainless steel cushion case, a screw-down crown, a unidirectional rotating bezel with the signature dual scale (elapsed time and no-decompression limits), and a solid water resistance of 250 meters (820 feet). Inside beats a Swiss automatic movement with a 50-hour power reserve, powering the standard time display and an additional skeletonized 24-hour GMT hand. This GMT hand corresponds to a 24-hour scale on the angled chapter ring, allowing the tracking of a second time zone. Launched in a wide array of DOXA's signature dial colors – including Professional orange, Sharkhunter black, Searambler silver, and even a new vintage-inspired gradient dial – the SUB 250T GMT is available on either the iconic "beads of rice" steel bracelet or a color-matched FKM rubber strap, both equipped with a folding clasp and dive suit extension, making it a versatile tool for both underwater exploration and international travel.