![]() The dial of the Doppiotempo is also quite intriguing. It is rather typical of watch manufacturers to incorporate the curved sapphire crystal into their watches, but we have to admit that U-BOAT’s iteration for the 1938 Doppiotempo works rather well with the thin bezel and the “recessed-like” dial (aided by the chapter bidirectional internal bezel that forms a concave shape with the dial). ![]() The most conspicuous aspect that points the 43mm watch to its heritage roots is the large ultra-domed sapphire crystal – a signature of watches from the yesteryear. This is unlike the Navy-inspired diver’s watches that the brand is typically known for. The only difference is that this was inspired by a watch that was designed specifically for Col Moschin – the Italian Army’s parachute-assault regime. Similar to the other watches from the brand, this timepiece is based off the blueprints that were discovered by the descendants. The 1938 Doppiotempo is a new model that was first released in 2019. It was only in 2000 where the blueprints were discovered, which subsequently led to the rebirth of the brand. ![]() The project was forgotten subsequently, as the military contract was not realised. ![]() The watches were well-engineered, with advanced designs to meet the Navy’s technical specifications. Originally founded in 1942 as Officine Fontana, the brand was created with an intention to supply watches for the Italian Navy. U-BOAT is Italian watch manufacturer with a rather interesting background. ![]()
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