Sub 300 Sharkhunter

The Sharkhunter is the black-dial member of DOXA's Sub 300 family, a colorway that traces directly back to the original 1967 model. At 43mm with 300 meters of water resistance, it delivers the full professional dive brief at a price most Swiss alternatives cannot touch. Buyers who find the yellow Divingstar too loud will find the Sharkhunter easier to wear daily without compromising anything mechanical.

What it is

DOXA introduced the Sub 300 in 1967 as a purpose-built professional diver, and the black-dial version was part of that original lineup under the Sharkhunter name. The watch gained a following among working divers partly because Jacques-Yves Cousteau's crew wore the orange variant, but the black dial existed from the start for buyers who wanted something less conspicuous. DOXA went dormant for years and the modern Sub 300 reissue launched in 2021, restoring the Sharkhunter name specifically for the black-dial 300m reference.

The reissue keeps the original proportions and the unidirectional bezel with its distinctive minute markers, staying close enough to the 1967 design that collectors who know the history will recognize the lineage immediately.

Buying notes

The ETA 2824-2 is a reliable workhorse but it is not a distinguished movement, and at this price point some buyers expect something more interesting under the caseback. The 43mm diameter reads larger than many vintage-proportioned divers, so try it on before committing if you wear smaller watches. Lume plots on the black dial can show uneven aging on pre-owned examples faster than on lighter dials, so inspect any used piece closely under UV.

The Sharkhunter commands a small premium over the Searambler (silver dial) and Divingstar (yellow) in some markets simply because the black dial is more universal, which can make pre-owned pricing less predictable. Aftermarket bracelet options are limited compared to more popular dive references, so if the supplied bracelet does not suit you, research strap availability before buying.

Market read

New Sharkhunters retail in the $1,400 to $1,600 range depending on configuration and dealer. Pre-owned examples trade slightly below retail when supply is healthy, which it generally is given the reissue's broad production. The black dial holds appeal with a wider audience than the colored variants, so resale liquidity is reasonable without the Sharkhunter commanding a meaningful premium over its siblings.

Service expectations

The ETA 2824-2 inside the Sharkhunter is one of the most widely serviced Swiss movements in existence. Independent watchmakers can handle a full service without specialized tooling, and parts are readily available. DOXA recommends service every five years for a watch used in water, which is consistent with industry practice for a 300m dive watch.