On November 8, 1942, Operation TORCH marked a strategic turning point in North Africa. In Casablanca, the fighting was of rare intensity. Several 1,500-ton French submarines attempted to resist the American forces commanded by George S. Patton. Le Tonnant managed to escape before being scuttled off the coast of Cádiz on November 15, 1942. On November 15, 2025, exactly 83 years after its disappearance, its wreck was officially located and identified by a team of professional divers and hydrographers commissioned by ZRC, in full respect of this site, which has become a place of remembrance.
Limited to just 50 pieces, this exclusive creation pays tribute to the submariners of the French undersea fleet and to their legacy of discretion, mastery, and excellence in the deep. A timepiece of character, conceived as a true horological object of remembrance.
Its double-layered guilloché brass dial is enhanced by a deep green-to-black gradient, evoking the hypnotic variations of the Atlantic Ocean off the Moroccan coast. This chromatic depth gives the dial a unique presence, both mysterious and refined.
The bezel, fitted with a ceramic insert, reinforces its contemporary identity, while the bronze case, featuring a circular brushed finish inspired by the brand’s historical models, expresses a subtle balance between heritage and modern sophistication.
Resolutely sport-chic in its most elevated expression, the watch is completed by a Tropic-style rubber strap, enhancing both its technical spirit and vintage-inspired character. The overall design reflects a demanding vision of Swiss watchmaking, where every detail contributes to an aesthetic of refined distinction.
It is powered by the Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement in an elaborated version, renowned for its reliability, precision, and robustness, ensuring performance worthy of its exclusivity.
