Following the presentation of the Scafograf 200 MCMLIX diver's watch by Eberhard & Co. earlier this year at Watches and Wonders Geneva, we had the opportunity to spend some time with all four versions of the collection.
After wearing and testing them, we are pleased to share our images and impressions.
The collection is offered with two dial executions for both the black and blue versions: a fumé (dégradé) finish or a dial with a uniform central colour framed by a silver-toned minute track with circular satin finishing.
Each of the four main variations can then be paired with three different strap or bracelet options, resulting in a total of twelve references.
For this hands-on review, we selected four references representative of the collection.
Among the black models, we wore the fumé dial paired with the traditional Chassis stainless steel bracelet (Ref. 41047.01 CA2C), and the dial with a silver-toned minute track fitted with the newly introduced stainless steel Milanese mesh bracelet (Ref. 41047.02 CAM2C).
For the blue models, we chose the fumé dial paired with the Milanese mesh bracelet (Ref. 41047.03 CAM2C), and the version with a silver-toned minute track equipped with a water-repellent leather strap secured by a customised E&C stainless steel buckle (Ref. 41047.04 CP).
The polished stainless steel Milanese mesh bracelet represents an absolute first for the Maison and complements the vintage-inspired design particularly well, giving the Scafograf 200 MCMLIX an even more distinctive character.
Both steel bracelets are equipped with the brand's 2CLICK folding clasp, providing secure protection against accidental opening.
The clasp bears the Shield emblem, Eberhard's signature symbol, which is echoed in the design of the inner blades.
The 19 mm lug spacing also allows owners to personalise the watch with alternative straps, including NATO options or other compatible choices.
The new Scafograf 200 MCMLIX introduces a compact 39 mm case measuring 12.3 mm thick, compared to the 43 mm by 12.6 mm dimensions of the larger Scafograf 300 MCMLIX.
The smaller size combines genuine diving capability with excellent everyday wearability, a balance we particularly appreciated during our time with the watch.
For reference, the wrist shown in the photographs measures 17.8 cm (7 inches).
Both the case and the bracelets are crafted from 316L stainless steel, a high-grade alloy known for its excellent corrosion resistance, durability and ability to maintain an attractive finish over time.
Water resistant to 20 ATM (equivalent to 200 metres / 660 feet), the case features alternating satin-brushed and polished surfaces that emphasise its dynamic lines.
The screw-down crown is protected by integrated crown guards, while the opposite side of the case houses an automatic helium escape valve at 9 o'clock.
This device allows helium molecules that may enter the case during prolonged saturation diving to escape safely during decompression, preventing excessive internal pressure from compromising the crystal or seals.
The case is topped by a domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment, while the 120-click unidirectional rotating bezel incorporates a black or blue ceramic insert with vintage-style luminous markings on the first 15 minutes.
The Scafograf 200 MCMLIX is immediately recognisable thanks to several signature design elements inherited from the original model, particularly the large triangular hour markers at 3, 6, 9 and 12 o'clock and the distinctive pointed hour hand.
Originally conceived to maximise legibility underwater, these features have become defining characteristics of the collection.
The applied hour markers and hands feature polished surrounds filled with vintage-toned luminescent material, which proved both exceptionally bright and remarkably long-lasting during our testing.
More than 12 hours after exposure to daylight, the watch remained clearly legible in complete darkness.
The luminous "lollipop" tip of the central seconds hand further reinforces the watch's diving credentials while making it easy to confirm that the movement is running in low-light conditions.
The absence of a date display contributes to a particularly clean and symmetrical dial layout, something many enthusiasts of classic dive watches will appreciate.
Choosing between the fumé dial and the version with the silver-toned minute track ultimately comes down to personal preference. It is welcome to see Eberhard offering both interpretations, allowing the Scafograf 200 MCMLIX to appeal to different tastes while preserving its distinctive identity.
Inside beats a Swiss automatic movement operating at 4 Hz (28,800 vibrations per hour) and offering a power reserve of approximately 40 hours.
The screw-down caseback is engraved with a starfish motif, a long-standing symbol of the Maison's connection with the underwater world.
The new Eberhard & Co. Scafograf 200 MCMLIX is priced at CHF 3,180 with the leather strap, CHF 3,900 with the traditional Chassis stainless steel bracelet, and CHF 4,070 with the new Milanese mesh bracelet.
With the Scafograf 200 MCMLIX, Eberhard & Co. has successfully distilled the historical identity of the collection into a more compact and versatile format.
The signature dial design, the inclusion of professional features such as the automatic helium escape valve and 200-metre water resistance, and the careful attention to finishing all reinforce its credentials as a genuine diving instrument.
At the same time, the balanced 39 mm dimensions, vintage-inspired aesthetics and variety of dial and bracelet combinations make it equally convincing as an everyday sports watch, well beyond its underwater vocation.
For enthusiasts looking for a dive watch with authentic heritage, distinctive character and refined proportions, the Scafograf 200 MCMLIX offers a particularly compelling proposition.
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