Why So Underrated? - A Swiss Diver That Inspired Omega & Seiko's Turtle: Squale 2001 Marina Militare

Today I review one of the most influential, underrated, ahead of its time, and most capable Swiss automatic dive watches that has been brought back in a smaller 41.5 mm size. The Squale 2001 was not only the choice of Jacques Cousteau, but it's now also the official choice of the Italian Navy (Marina Militare). Beyond that, it's been copied and has inspired everyone from the most legendary Omega Seamaster watches to Seiko Turtles, and countless others. Join me for a hands on Squale 2001 Marina Militare review, including a deep dive look at its untold history, industry leading design, and most importantly, its positives and negatives. Why is Squale all these decades later still so underrated, and not getting the recognition they so obviously deserve? And what do you think about this new release? Please share in the comments. Get your Urban Gentry coffee mug, #wristwatchcheck tee, and more official merch: https://the-urban-gentry-shop.creator-spring.com Check out The Urban Gentry Amazon store for items in my videos. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases: https://www.amazon.com/shop/theurbangentry Follow The Urban Gentry on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theurbangentrychannel Strap on my Janeiro: https://holbensfinewatchbands.com/products/colareb-ostrich-leather-watch-strap-melbourne-chestnut Join us on Facebook to get your watch or Gentry related questions answered, and engage with some of the community beyond YouTube: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1503241666636531 Thank you for watching The Urban Gentry channel, home of the #wristwatchcheck! Check out my other videos for more watch and lifestyle content. If Luxury Watch Ads Were Real: https://youtu.be/znMGzDEGSBA Watch Collecting Ruined My Life: https://youtu.be/mVfPGGFWK4M Best and Worst Watches of 2025: https://youtu.be/ImD4IWcJKhc My 2025 State of the Collection: https://youtu.be/-vPlugyN0vk My 2025 EDC Update: https://youtu.be/_Jo7jkt9kVQ Presenting the Hanhart X Gentry Labs Red Lion Mk II Watch: https://youtu.be/UsPJMDq46Sc The Essential Guide to Watches & Strap Pairing: https://youtu.be/hjjAfCYTikM Top 10 Watch Collecting Mistakes: https://youtu.be/Dxu70cRBFcM The Hidden Meanings of the Luxury Watch: https://youtu.be/P9rZsUjBRrM #review #watches #watchcollector #watchreview #squale #watchcollecting