Jenny Caribbean 300 Re-issue (Ref. Caribbean 300)
Dive Watch / Professional Tool Watch · Jenny Watches (Independent). Historical pioneer in deep-sea diving watches; the Jenny family also owns Doxa S.A.
Period: Neo-Vintage / Heritage Re-issue (originally 1960s design). Defined by 'skin diver' case architecture and decompression scale bezel.
Type
Dive Watch / Professional Tool Watch
Brand
Jenny Watches (Independent). Historical pioneer in deep-sea diving watches; the Jenny family also owns Doxa S.A.
Movement
Automatic, ETA 2824-2. Features 28,800 bph frequency, approximately 38-40 hour power reserve, and 25 jewels.
Dimensions
Case diameter: 42mm; Thickness: 12.3mm; Lug-to-lug: 50mm; Lug width: 21mm. Wears slightly smaller due to the tapered lug design.
Description
The Jenny Caribbean 300 is a faithful tribute to the 1963 original, which was the first 1000m water-resistant watch. This modern re-issue captures the quirky, technical aesthetic of the 60s with its specialized decompression bezel and 'fish' logo. It offers a distinct alternative to standard divers, prioritizing legibility and historical tool-watch utility.
Key Features
Decompression limit scale bezel with sapphire insert, 'Triple-Safe' case heritage, 'Fish' logo crown, and the unique beads-of-rice bracelet integration.
Dial Description
Matte black dial with applied luminous 'coffin' and baton indices. Polished sword hands with Super-LumiNova. Date window at 3 o'clock with white border.
Case Material
316L Stainless Steel with a combination of brushed top surfaces and polished sides.
Crystal Type
High-domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on the underside; mimics the look of vintage acrylic.
Bezel Details
Unidirectional 120-click rotating bezel. Features a unique sapphire insert with the patented Jenny decompression limit scale (non-decompression table).
Crown & Pushers
Large screw-down crown with the 'fish' logo, deeply knurled for grip. No crown guards, consistent with heritage aesthetics.
Bracelet or Strap
Stainless steel 'beads-of-rice' style inspired bracelet with a signed folding deployant clasp and safety latch.
Caseback Details
Solid screw-down caseback featuring the iconic Jenny 'fish' logo engraving and serial numbering.
Movement Type
Automatic, ETA 2824-2. Features 28,800 bph frequency, approximately 38-40 hour power reserve, and 25 jewels.
Water Resistance
300 meters (1000 feet). Features an internal Helium Release Valve (H.R.V.) for professional saturation diving applications.
Origin & Provenance
Swiss Made. Manufactured in Switzerland using a high-grade ETA movement with historical design roots in the 1000m Caribbean series.
Age Estimate
Modern production, circa 2012-2015 (50th Anniversary Re-issue series).
Cultural Significance
Jenny is credited with pushing the limits of deep-sea exploration in the 1960s, creating the 'Monobloc' case architecture that influenced professional diving instruments for decades.
Condition Notes
Appears to be in Excellent to Near-Mint condition. Sharp lug edges, clean sapphire bezel, and no visible scratches on the crystal or dial. Lume remains functionally bright.
Value Estimate
Secondary market: $800 - $1,200. Value is bolstered by its limited production and importance to dive watch history.
Care & Maintenance
Service every 5 years to check gaskets and lubricate the ETA movement. Pressure test annually if used for diving. Rinse with fresh water after salt exposure.
Similar Watches
Doxa Sub 300 (shares family ownership/DNA), Squale 50 Atmos (similar era/vibe), ZULUDIVER Heritage divers.
Interesting Facts
The Jenny family (specifically Paul, Hans, and Walter) held several patents for water-resistant cases and provided their 1000m 'Caribbean' cases to brands like Ollech & Wajs and Philip Watch.