Htd Watch: Aquatic Spaceboy

HTD Aquatic SpaceBoy: the 70s skin diver spirit reinvented

This HTD Aquatic SpaceBoy immediately stands out within the Aquatic collection thanks to its dial inspired by certain European diving watches from the 60s and 70s. Unlike the more traditional Bicchierini version, the HTD Aquatic SpaceBoy adopts an original graphic identity with its large stylized numerals integrated into luminous triangles. This particular configuration gives it a neo-vintage personality that is immediately recognizable.

With this HTD Aquatic SpaceBoy, the young Italian brand based in Florence offers a modern interpretation of the classic skin diver. The 316L stainless steel case displays particularly balanced proportions with a 39 mm diameter, a 47 mm lug-to-lug length, and a thickness limited to just 11.5 mm, crystal included. This remarkable slimness allows the HTD Aquatic SpaceBoy to maintain excellent comfort despite its capabilities as a true diving watch.

The matte black dial of the HTD Aquatic SpaceBoy highlights its luminescent printed indices as well as its characteristic large 3, 6, and 9 numerals. The polished hands filled with Super-LumiNova BGW9 ensure excellent legibility in all conditions. The 120-click unidirectional rotating bezel with a black aluminum insert perfectly completes the vintage diver DNA of this HTD Aquatic SpaceBoy.

At the heart of the HTD Aquatic SpaceBoy beats the Japanese Miyota 9039 caliber, a premium automatic movement renowned for its reliability and slimness. This movement operates at 28,800 vibrations per hour, features hacking seconds, and offers approximately 42 hours of power reserve. This technical choice allows the HTD Aquatic SpaceBoy to offer an excellent level of performance while maintaining a particularly competitive price.

The three-link steel bracelet of the HTD Aquatic SpaceBoy features a folding clasp with micro-adjustments. Paired with a screw-down crown, a double-coated anti-reflective sapphire crystal, and a water resistance of 200 meters, it transforms the HTD Aquatic SpaceBoy into a true tool watch capable of accompanying both daily life and nautical activities.

Technical specifications

• Brand: HTD
• Collection: Aquatic
• Model: Aquatic SpaceBoy
• Movement: Japanese mechanical self-winding
• Caliber: Premium Miyota 9039
• Frequency: 28,800 vibrations/hour
• Power reserve: 42 hours
• Accuracy: -10 / +30 seconds per day
• Functions: hours, minutes, seconds, unidirectional dive bezel
• Case: brushed and polished 316L stainless steel
• Dimensions: 39 mm × 47 mm × 11.5 mm
• Lug width: 20 mm
• Crystal: ultra-domed sapphire with double internal anti-reflective coating
• Caseback: screw-down steel
• Dial: matte black
• Hands: polished with Super-LumiNova BGW9
• Indices: luminescent applied with stylized 3, 6, and 9 numerals
• Crown: screw-down
• Bezel: 120-click unidirectional with black aluminum insert
• Bracelet: 316L stainless steel, three-link
• Clasp: folding buckle with micro-adjustments
• Water resistance: 200 meters (20 ATM)
• Origin: Italy (brand) / Japan (movement)
• HTD Warranty: 2 years

Why choose this watch?

The HTD Aquatic SpaceBoy is an excellent alternative to traditional neo-vintage divers thanks to its unique visual identity. Its high-end Miyota 9039 caliber, its contained thickness of only 11.5 mm, and its 200-meter water resistance make it a true modern tool watch. Designed in Italy and equipped with a proven Japanese movement, the HTD Aquatic SpaceBoy will particularly appeal to micro-brand enthusiasts looking for an original, well-finished diver that stands out from typical designs.

About HTD

Founded in Florence in 2020 by Federico Del Guerra and Federico Zulian, HTD is a young Italian brand specializing in watches inspired by the automotive and vintage watchmaking world. Following the success of its Hesagraph chronographs, HTD developed the Aquatic collection to offer compact divers blending retro design with modern specifications. The HTD Aquatic SpaceBoy is today one of the brand's most iconic references thanks to its atypical dial and excellent technical execution. With this HTD Aquatic SpaceBoy, the Italian brand demonstrates that it is possible to offer a premium, original, and accessible diver without sacrificing manufacturing quality.