Hands-On With The Impressive Titoni Seascoper 300 Chronograph

I am no stranger to Titoni, particularly its Seascoper line of divers. I have enjoyed reviewing various Seascoper models over time, from the regular stainless steel to the two-tone Seascoper 300 models to the stealthy black carbon Seascoper 600. For this review, I had a chance to try out something new within the Seascoper collection. The Titoni Seascoper 300 Chronograph is exactly what you would expect. It combines the brand’s competent diver with a chronograph to develop a serious piece of kit. Let’s learn more about the latest Seascoper and my time with it.

When checking out a new Titoni Seascoper, I always look back at my favorite models with which I’ve gone hands-on. My favorite thus far is the Seascoper 600 Retro that I reviewed early last year. A quick check tells me that this retro-inspired Seascoper 600 has since sold out. I am not surprised, as it was nothing short of an impressive watch. A second thing that comes to mind is the two-tone version of the Seascoper 300 that I reviewed late last year. It surprised me because I usually am not the biggest fan of the look of gold and steel for a dive watch. But what about the new Seascoper 300 Chronograph?

The story of the Titoni Seascoper 300 Chronograph

A quick look at the Titoni Seascoper 300 Chronograph will tell you the watch’s story. The canvas is the regular Seascoper 300 dive watch, onto which a chronograph has been integrated. Of course, this is a very factual assessment. But what does that mean regarding style?

If you know the Seascoper 300 line, you also know that its looks are inspired by the previous generation Rolex Submariner with its distinctive Super Case. The chronograph has been neatly integrated into the dial design. It’s a two-register chronograph, with sub-dials at 3 and 9 o’clock. The date window, which is located at 3 o’clock on the regular models, has moved to 6 o’clock to create a balanced layout.

The Titoni designers have integrated two screw-down pushers at 2 and 4 o’clock to operate the chronograph. As the Submariner inspires the overall look, it also makes sense that the Rolex Daytona inspired the pushers. It keeps the design inspiration clean and on the same page. With that also comes the question of the practicality of the screw-down chronograph pushers. It’s a much-debated feature of the Daytona. Their functional relevance has often been called into question. You could therefore raise the same question here. But we’ll get to that in a minute.

The details of the Titoni Seascoper 300 Chronograph

Let’s first talk specs. The new Seascoper 300 Chronograph features a 42mm stainless steel case that is 16.4mm thick and measures 52.3mm from lug to lug. As you will understand, it’s a big chunky watch. As a result, it also has a ton of presence.

But the design feels overall very balanced. The Super Case is matched with a 60-click steel bezel with a black insert with an engraved white diving scale. Titoni offers three different dial variations. The first is the standard black dial, the second is a dark green dial, and we had the dark blue dial version. I am a fan of that color combination. Some say blue and black don’t match, but I strongly disagree. It creates a nuanced and stylish look for the Seascoper 300 Chronograph. The applied indices and characteristic Titoni handset are filled with white Super-LumiNova that lights up blue in the dark. At 3 and 9 o’clock, the sub-dials are a lovely contrasting silver, where the date disc is white with black printing.

I understand that choice as it echoes the markers. But I probably would have color-matched the date disc with the dial color to give the two registers the contrasting spotlight. The logo and text on the upper and lower halves of the dial blend in nicely. Additionally, the third line of the text on the lower half hints at the caliber that powers this new Seascoper Chronograph.

Wearing the Titoni Seascoper 300 Chronograph

Hidden behind the closed caseback is the COSC-certified version of the Sellita SW510 BH. This automatic chronograph caliber operates at 28,800vph, has 27 jewels, and a 62-hour power reserve. I like that Titoni has also chosen the chronometer version of the Sellita caliber for its chronograph. We know it from the Seascoper 300, and it clearly adds value to the proposition. With a daily chronometer accuracy of -4 to +6 seconds per day, it is a very competent choice for the watch.

The Seascoper 300 Chronograph’s Oyster-style bracelet completes its look. It has a folding clasp and the brand’s signature toolless micro-adjust system, which is operated by the button “hidden” in the Titoni Seascoper logo.

It’s a nifty and easy system to operate, making it easy to adjust the bracelet for a perfect fit. As stated in previous Seascoper reviews, Titoni’s bracelets are among the best available at the price point. It’s a sturdy and really well-made bracelet that perfectly balances out the chunky watch on the wrist.

This brings me to wearing the watch. As you would understand, this is not exactly a watch for people with small wrists. But I was surprised by how well it wears. Despite its substantial size, the case is perfectly shaped to hug the wrist. It is hard to deny that it is a chunky (and heavy, at 216 grams) piece of kit. It takes a bit of getting used to. But after a couple of hours, it felt at home on my wrist, and it was smooth sailing from there on out.

Operating the chronograph can be a challenge

Once on the wrist, the watch impresses based on its overall quality feel and bold presence. Granted, it’s far from an original look, but it’s done well. On top of that, you have never seen a Submariner Chronograph. With this Seascoper 300 Chronograph, you get an idea. What  I wasn’t a fan of was the screw-down pushers. On the wrist, I found it impossible to unscrew them. They are too small to grip properly, and screwed-down, they are recessed into the case side nicely, making the surface to grip even smaller. Sure, the central idea of unscrewing them with the piece in your hands is something you can keep in mind. But when it comes to the practicality of a chronograph, this is a downside that many people have issues with.

Once unscrewed, operating the chronograph is a joy. It starts, stops, and resets with a series of crisp, firm clicks. Once started, the central seconds hand starts making its rounds and keeps running long enough, and you’ll see the small hand of the 30-minute counter gently move as well. The silver sub-dials provide plenty of contrast with the dark blue dial. It gives the watch a distinguished look. But I must add that the contrast between the small sub-dial hands and the snailed counters is not the best. Obviously, you won’t have trouble reading the chronograph counter or the small seconds, but to say readability is optimal would be untrue.

Final thoughts on the Titoni Seascoper 300 Chronograph

But overall, it’s hard not to be impressed by the Titoni Seascoper 300 Chronograph. The world of chronograph dive watches is a niche that not many brands dive into (pun intended). We have seen similar efforts from brands like Zodiac, Aquastar, Oris, and Certina at this price point, but there’s not an abundance of them. With this new Seascoper 300 Chronograph, Titoni has added a solid option to the category. While the design is derivative, the attention to detail and the quality are impressive. It’s something that stands out every time I wear a Titoni.

With a price of €2,590, the new Titoni Seascoper 300 Chronograph offers incredible value for money. If you like the look of the Seascoper line, it is worth checking out. It’s a solid addition to the lineup in a rather niche category. But it’s a logical next step for Titoni in the Seascoper collection. As such, it is a watch that will find its way to a dedicated audience looking for an incredibly well-made dive chronograph for a reasonable price. That combination never ceases to amaze me when it comes to Titoni.

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