In its latest iteration of the Depthmaster, Swiss watch manufacturer Nivada Grenchen has just released their Purple Ghost limited edition. You may remember this model from last year’s review, but the new Purple Ghost has reimagined the classic diver of the past in a new colorway that’s as interesting as it is, frankly, cool.

To begin with, we should mention that the Purple Ghost is a collaborative effort with Naples, Florida-based authorized retailer of some of the world’s most famous brands, Exquisite Timepieces. With its long relationship with Nivada Grenchen, this partnership highlights not only the best of both brands, but also the strengths of each – both separately and together. With Exquisite’s history in the luxury watch space and Nivada Grenchen’s 145 years in business, I’m sure each brand was able to compare notes and bring to market something that’s totally unique in the market today.

So, enter the Purple Ghost. As with its previous iteration, you are going to get a lot of distinct personality from this watch. Before we get too far into what makes the Purple Ghost unique, we should take notes of the case. Ostensibly a cushion case, the oversized bezel adds a proportionality to this watch that belies its 39mm size. Like last year’s release of the Depthmaster, this LE comes with some funky Pac-Man-style numerical markings (don’t they kind of remind you of The Rugrats logo – in the best way possible?). Couple that with the vibrant purple Swiss SuperLuminova treatment and you have a watch that definitely lives up to its name.

On the technical side, this reference runs on a SOPROD P024 mechanical automatic movement and has a water resistance rating of an impressive 1,000 meters. The case is made of 316L stainless steel and the crystal is sapphire, making it perfect for everyday use and some deep dives off the Florida coast, too.

While the Purple Ghost does not have the configuration capabilities of its predecessor, it’s nonetheless an impressive watch that highlights the creativity and capability of two brands that work together to create something truly unique. 

The Nivada Grenchen x Exquisite Purple Ghost is available now for purchase through Exquisite Timepieces’s website. Coming with a rubber strap, this watch is priced at $1,185. This run is limited to just 50 pieces. Nivada Grenchen