Discover the Fascinating Manta Ray Inspiration behind Circula ProSea's Unique Design

There exists in the world of horlogy an array of nature-inspired dials, yet many require an optimistic stretch of imagination to discern. Circula, in its latest release, subverts this trend with the ProSea watch. This Germany-based, family-owned brand stands its ground in the watch industry with an unabashedly marine-inspired design, imitating the unique texture of a manta ray’s skin on its dial.

The watch, contained within a 40mm surface-hardened case, marks a trenchant yet playful exploration of a professional dive watch. The manta ray, capable of reaching up to 7m in width, is distinguished by its hypnotic movements in the ocean - a sight whose fascination transcends into the dial of the ProSea.

In terms of everyday wearability, the dial’s exceptional texture remains subtly inconspicuous unless specifically observed or reflecting light in a certain way. Paired with large, inserted markers, the design may not appeal to all. Still, it infuses a refreshing uniqueness in the sea of alternative dive watches. Additionally, the use of blue Swiss Super-LumiNova BGW9 for luminosity on the indices, hours, and seconds, contrasted against green C3 X1 on the minute hand and bezel, offers useful hand differentiation.

Capped with a touch of orange that accentuates the luminous markers on the 120-click bezel, the ProSea watch exudes a charming allure. The addition of the infrequent blue-green petrol hue accentuates the watch’s overall aesthetics, signifying Circula’s commitment to crafting timepieces that are not just functional but artistic masterpieces.