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Hugo Boss 1530427 Dive Black Silicone Strap Watch - W45442
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A dive-inspired name on a fashion quartz is a common enough formula, but the #DIVE collection at least commits to the aesthetic: a black sunray dial with prominent markers and red accents reads clearly, and at 44mm the proportions suit the bold layout without tipping into oversized. The multifunction arrangement gives the dial more structure than a plain two-hander, with the sub-eyes keeping the face visually busy in a way that works better on the wrist than in photographs. At 11.3mm it sits reasonably flat for a case of this diameter, and the silicone strap makes it light enough at 95g that it does not pull on the wrist through the day. The 50m rating covers rain and washing up, nothing more demanding than that, and the watch is best understood on those terms — a well-built casual piece for everyday wear.
- Reference
- 1530427
- Brand
- Hugo Boss
- Case size
- 44mm
- Case thickness
- 11.3mm
- Lug width
- 22mm
- Case material
- Stainless steel
- Case shape
- Round
- Dial
- Black
- Crystal
- Mineral
- Movement
- Quartz
- Water resistance
- 50m
- Bracelet / strap
- Silicone strap
- Strap colour
- Black
- Clasp
- Buckle
- Retailer
- F.Hinds
Additional specifications
- Weight
- 95g
Learn more about Hugo Boss
Hugo Boss was founded as a clothing manufacturer in Metzingen in 1924. The modern company is a global fashion house, and its watches are produced under licence by Movado Group.
The watch line reflects the clothing: German minimalism, sparse dials, brushed steel, and a general absence of decoration. Movements are quartz or bought-in automatic. These are not manufacture watches and are not presented as such.
Within the licensed-fashion category, the design discipline is better than most. The dials are legible, the proportions are usually sensible, and the styling holds up rather than dating quickly.
- 1924
- Hugo Boss founded in Metzingen as a clothing manufacturer.
- 1970
- The BOSS menswear brand launches.
- 2005
- Movado Group begins producing Hugo Boss watches under licence.
Also in 6 collections
This watch appears in Back in Stock (4,154), Stainless Steel Watches (2,848), Watches 44mm and Over (797), Sports Watches (677), Dive Watches (471) and Dive Watches Under £300 (85).
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Hugo Boss 1530427 Dive Black Silicone alternatives
Watches from other brands at a similar price, style and size, so you can see what else your budget can buy.
| Specification | 1530427 | R8873621021 | MK7156 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £179 | £179 | £179 |
| Case size | 44mm | 44mm | 44mm |
| Water resistance | 50m | 50m | 50m |
| Movement | Quartz | Quartz | Quartz |
| Strap | Silicone strap | Stainless steel bracelet | Stainless steel bracelet |
| This watch | Closely matched | Closely matched |
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Frequently asked questions, and things you should know about this watch
Can I swim with it?
Showering yes, swimming no. 50m covers splashes and brief immersion, but a swimming stroke generates well above the pressure that figure describes.
Water resistance explainedWill the glass scratch?
It can, over time. Mineral glass handles daily wear but will pick up fine scratches that sapphire would not.
Sapphire, mineral and acrylic comparedDoes it need a battery?
Yes. It is quartz, so expect a battery change every two to three years at a jeweller.
Quartz, automatic and solar comparedWhat size strap does it take?
22mm. Any strap of that width will fit, and on most modern watches quick-release bars make the swap a two-minute job with no tools.
Cheapest place to buy
F.Hinds is the only UK retailer we track stocking this reference, so there is nothing to compare it against today.
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