AbyssForce 500M Meca-Quartz Dive Chronograph | Future Wrist — Prototype
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AbyssForce 500M Meca-Quartz Dive Chronograph

$199.00 USD · the same Seiko VK63 movement other brands sell for $500
  • Seiko VK63 meca-quartz — mechanical chronograph feel, quartz accuracy
  • Screw-down pushers hold water resistance while timing
  • Solid 316L steel case and bracelet with signed safety clasp
  • 500M (50 BAR) rating with anti-reflective sapphire crystal
  • 48mm bold case — built for wrists 7.0" and larger
Color: Blue
Ships from USADelivery in ~7 days
30-day returnsNo questions asked
12-mo warrantyDirect support
A genuine dive chronograph, priced honestly

Mechanical feel. Quartz dependability. Built to take a beating.

Inside the AbyssForce 500M is Seiko's VK63 meca-quartz movement, the same chronograph respected microbrands like Dan Henry and Brew build around. Pair that with 500 meters of water resistance, screw-down chronograph pushers, solid 316L steel, and anti-reflective sapphire crystal, and you've got a watch that's meant to be worn hard, not kept in a drawer.

48mm
Case diameter
14mm
Thickness
500m
Water resistance
270g
Total weight

About the dial branding

Right now, this watch ships with the manufacturer's branding (FEELNEVER) on the dial. We're in the process of moving from reseller to our own custom-branded production, but rather than wait years to hit custom minimum order quantities, we'd rather sell honestly at a fair price today.

That said, every watch still comes backed by our 12-month warranty, 30-day return window, and a real person on the other end of customer support. Future Wrist–branded dials are already in development. If branding is a dealbreaker for you, reach out before you order and we'll walk you through the timeline.

Seiko VK63 meca-quartz: a chronograph that actually performs

  • A mechanical chronograph module gives you a smooth sweeping seconds hand while you're timing
  • The reset snaps back instantly — genuinely satisfying mechanical feedback
  • Quartz-grade accuracy, good to within 20 seconds per month
  • Runs roughly 3 years on a single CR1216 battery, swappable at any watch shop
  • Three sub-dials track 60 minutes, 24 hours, and running seconds, with the date window sitting at 6 o'clock

This isn't an automatic, so skip the crown-winding — but it's got more personality than your average quartz watch.

Dial detail
Steel case

316L stainless steel: real weight, real presence

  • Case and bracelet are both solid 316L stainless steel — no hollow links here
  • The folding clasp is signed and comes with a safety lock
  • 24mm lugs make strap swaps simple, and the 230mm bracelet comfortably fits wrists from 7.0 to 8.5 inches
  • At 48mm wide, 14mm thick, and 270 grams, it carries the kind of heft that tells you it's not hollow inside

We sized it bold on purpose — this is for people who want their diver to actually get noticed.

Anti-reflective sapphire crystal

  • Sapphire crystal shrugs off the everyday stuff — desks, keys, whatever your day throws at it
  • An anti-reflective coating keeps glare down whether you're in the sun, underwater, or just under office lighting
  • The dial stays easy to read no matter where you are

It's a small upgrade that keeps the face looking sharp years down the line.

Sapphire crystal
Bracelet and clasp

500M (50 BAR) and a bracelet built to match

  • Screw-down crown and pushers keep water out even mid-timing
  • This is well past splash-proof territory
  • Every link is solid stainless steel, so there's nothing hollow or prone to corrosion
  • The signed folding clasp with safety lock isn't going anywhere on its own

If you don't want to think twice every time this gets wet, that rating's for you.

A note on sizing

At 48mm wide, 14mm thick, and 270 grams, this watch makes itself known. It's built for wrists 7.0 inches and up. Looking for something a bit more understated? Check out the AbyssNova 200M (40mm) or the AbyssHeritage 500M (43mm) instead.

Down to the millimeter

500M professional diver specifications

ModelAbyssForce 500M
Watch typeMeca-Quartz Dive Chronograph
MovementSeiko VK63 Meca-Quartz
FunctionsChronograph, Date, Stopwatch, Tachymeter
Accuracy±20 seconds per month
BatteryCR1216, ~3 years
Water resistance500M (50 BAR)
Helium valveYes (left side)
Case material316L Stainless Steel
Case diameter48mm (46mm at bezel)
Case thickness14mm
Weight270g (watch only)
CrystalAnti-Reflective Sapphire
Crown and pushersScrew-down crown plus two screw-down pushers
BezelRotating dive bezel
Sub-dials60-min, 24-hr, running seconds
LumeLuminous hands and markers
DisplayAnalog with date
BraceletSolid 316L steel, 24mm lug, 230mm length
ClaspFolding clasp with safety lock (signed)
Best wrist size7.0 inches and larger
Warranty12 Months

Frequently asked

Is this watch automatic or quartz?
It runs on a Seiko VK63 meca-quartz movement — battery-powered quartz timekeeping with a mechanical chronograph module. Smooth sweeping seconds hand, satisfying snap-back reset. Battery lasts ~3 years.
Does the chronograph actually work?
Yes. Three sub-dials: elapsed minutes (12 o'clock, up to 60), elapsed hours (9 o'clock, up to 24), running seconds (6 o'clock). Screw-down pushers handle start, stop, reset.
Can the chronograph be operated underwater?
Yes — the pushers are screw-down. Double-check they're fully screwed before any water activity.
What is the helium release valve for?
Professional saturation-diving use. Recreational divers won't need it, but it's part of the full dive spec.
Are the bracelet links solid or hollow?
Solid 316L stainless steel throughout — that's why it weighs a full 270g.
What size wrist does it fit?
Best on 7.0 inches and up. The 230mm band fits 7.0–8.5 inches.
Why does the dial say "FEELNEVER"?
Manufacturer's branding on current stock. Future Wrist-branded dials are in development. Full 12-month warranty and US support either way.
What's the warranty and return policy?
12-month warranty + 30-day returns. Ships from California in 2–7 business days.