It’s a story that starts with the ocean. Passing a practice down from generation to generation, theirs is one of the oldest freediving traditions in the world.

The AMA diver is a 1960’s style skin diver inspired by a 2000-year-old tradition and celebrates the spirit of the pearl divers of Japan, the AMA.

ALBANY creates timepieces inspired by lesser-known adventurers celebrating a time when the world was full of wonder and exploration.

We stand by precision and reliability. We oversee our entire manufacturing process from design to craftsmanship. As passionate caretakers of our planet, we advocate for meaningful integration between exceptional quality and sustainability.

THEY TALKED ABOUT US

ALBANY’S PURPOSE 

A message from the founder.

TRIED AND TESTED

The AMA diver has received outstanding reviews for its design and quality, story, and inspiration.

Reviews across the globe have acknowledged our attention to detail and the exceptional performance expected of a 300m dive watch.

We have tested our watches above and below water. They perform in all conditions; From the snowy peaks of the Sierra Nevada to the tropical Indian Ocean, and the heat of the African desert to the icy waters of the Atlantic.

HANDS AND LUME

We designed the watch hands to represent the AMA's dive tools, from the knife-like hour and spear-shaped minute hands to the signature harpoon seconds hand.

The AMA divers subdued black hour-hand, teal minute-hand emphasized for enhanced practical use, and harpoon seconds-hand make the AMA diver easily readable.

Swiss Super-LumiNova® BWG9 has been applied to all three hands, indices, and crown for legibility in all conditions.

BEZEL AND CRYSTAL

Our anti-reflective domed crystal and bezel insert are made from scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, second in hardness only to diamonds.

At 41.5mm, the 120-click unidirectional bezel is easy to grip and extremely precise with no back play.

CASE AND CROWN

The AMA diver evokes a time of vintage sea exploration. We wanted a design that was sleek and original yet familiar. Introducing our 316L brushed stainless 60’s skin diver styled case depth rated to 300m. All AMA divers are depth tested during manufacturing and after assembly. Our crown features the ALBANY cormorant, a symbol of nobility and bounty.

• Comfortable 40mm case with drilled lugs for easy strap changes

• 48mm lug to lug with a 20mm strap size

• 12.8mm in height (Including the domed sapphire crystal)

• A 7mm fully lumed (Swiss Super-LumiNova® BWG9) ergonomic screw-down crown that's easy to grip

MIYOTA CALIBER 9039

A Japanese inspired watch needs a robust Japanese movement. The heart of the AMA diver is the highly regarded Miyota 9039, the no-date version of the beloved 9015. This automatic movement beating at 28800 bhp is beloved for its smooth second-hand sweep. Its consistent quality and accurate timekeeping make it is a workhorse caliber that will serve you efficiently on your own adventures for many years.

CASEBACK

The screw-down caseback features an engraving inspired by Iwase Yoshiyuki’s photography of AMA divers from his village, circa the 1950s. This 2000-year-old freediving tradition is a testament to the AMA’s enduring spirit and close relationship to the sea. ALBANY recognizes these lesser-known adventurers with this beautiful image of an AMA looking back across the tides of time on an incredible tradition as it fades in the modern world.

DIAL OPTIONS

The AMA diver is available in two dial variants. We have designed each dial to embody aspects of the sea and the AMA story.

BRACELETS

The AMA diver is available in three bracelet variations - Premium eco weave, Italian leather, and stainless steel beads of rice.

THE UNBOXING

In keeping with our Japanese inspiration, we designed bamboo boxes embossed with the ALBANY logo to keep your AMA diver safe and secure. It offers a premium and sustainable solution to traditional watch boxes.

A rugged watch roll is paramount to keeping your watches safe from scratches. We use double-waxed canvas with a microsuede lining. Each roll has space enough for those longer journeys with four pouches to carry multiple watches or accessories and includes provision for a watch tool. Fold the flap, roll and wrap the leather strap around to keep everything in place.

STEP 1 

Select your prefered choice:

AMA Black Pearl

or 

AMA Bathys Blue

or

AMA Night Dive

STEP 2 

A member of the ALBANY team will contact you directly to confirm your order.

SHIPPING

We have collaborated with Indiegogo's official shipping partners. The average delivery time will be 5-8 working days and includes tracking and insurance on the full purchase amount.

OUR COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABLE PRACTICE

Sustainability forms the basis of our watches, and we are committed to setting an ethical example in the watch industry by producing premium yet sustainable items.

We strive to infuse each stage of our design and production process with a positive influence. Environmental impact and ethical treatment of humans and animals are an integral part of all our design, development, and production processes at ALBANY.

Our products incorporate regenerated and biodegradable materials designed with an emphasis on durability and an extended lifespan. We are actively working with our manufacturing partners across our supply chain to improve consumption while reducing emissions and waste.

Long-lasting design - As passionate caretakers of our planet, we advocate for meaningful integration between exceptional quality and sustainability.   Our watches are made from long-lasting stainless steel and utilize automatic movements that require no batteries and will outlast the lifespan of its wearer if properly cared for.

Reusability and recyclability - Our products incorporate regenerated and biodegradable materials designed with an emphasis on durability and an extended lifespan.

Sustainable materials - We strive to infuse each stage of our design and production process with a positive influence.   Sustainability forms the basis of our watches, and we are committed to setting an ethical example in the watch industry by producing premium yet sustainable items.

Environmentally friendly factories - Environmental impact and ethical treatment of humans and animals are an integral part of all our design, development, and production processes at Albany.  We are actively working with our manufacturing partners across our supply chain to improve consumption while reducing emissions and waste.

Sustainable Distribution - Our logistics partners promote sustainable growth around the globe. They have set out their sustainability goals prioritizing the reduced use of natural resources and reducing CO2 emissions from their logistics activities.

RISKS AND CHALLENGES

We have partnered with companies that have exceeded our expectations when it comes to courier services, manufacturing standards, and high levels of quality. We will respect our delivery timeline, and if there are any delays, we will keep you informed or be available to answer any questions - hello@albanywatches.com

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