VPC Type 39VM: The Thinnest 200m Automatic Dive Watch on the Market
VPC Makes Waves With Ultra-Slim Dive Watch
Young independent Dutch brand VPC (Venustas Per Constantiam) has returned with its second release, the Type 39VM, claiming the title of the thinnest 200-meter automatic dive watch currently on the market. Founded by watch journalist Thomas van Straaten, VPC combines a beauty-through-restraint philosophy with serious engineering credentials.
Record-Breaking Dimensions
The VPC Type 39VM (short for Viator Maris, or "Traveller of the Sea") measures just 9.34mm total thickness including the crystal — thinner than the Mido Ocean Star 39's already impressive 10.5mm. The 39mm stainless steel case features a hard coating reaching 1,800 Vickers hardness for scratch resistance.
| Specification | VPC Type 39VM |
|---|---|
| Case Diameter | 39mm |
| Lug-to-Lug | 47mm |
| Thickness | 9.34mm (incl. crystal) |
| Movement | Sellita SW300-1b (COSC) |
| Movement Thickness | 3.6mm |
| Power Reserve | 56 hours |
| Water Resistance | 200m |
| Bezel | 120-click unidirectional, ceramic |
| Lume | BGW9 Super-LumiNova |
| Price (rubber) | EUR 2,768 |
| Price (bracelet) | EUR 2,998 |
Engineering Meets Minimalism
The watch features two dial variants — Graphite (black) and Frost (silvery white) — both with matte textured finishes. Applied diamond-cut indices and dauphine-style hands are filled with BGW9 Super-LumiNova, emitting a blue glow in the dark. The bespoke typography on the dive bezel was designed by Samuel Baker, ensuring typographic consistency across the watch.
Powered by the slim Sellita SW300-1b (an alternative to the ETA 2892) in top-grade COSC-certified execution, the movement measures just 3.6mm thick — a perfect fit for the watch's slim profile.
Limited Production Model
The Type 39VM is offered through a presale system with 300–500 pieces produced. The first batch of 250 units sold by invitation on January 14, 2026, with public launch the following day. Delivery is expected within 7–9 months.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the VPC Type 39VM really the thinnest 200m dive watch?
A: Yes, at 9.34mm total thickness including the crystal, VPC claims this is the thinnest 200m automatic dive watch currently available.
Q: What movement powers the VPC Type 39VM?
A: The watch uses a Sellita SW300-1b in top-grade COSC-certified chronometer specification.
Q: How can I purchase a VPC Type 39VM?
A: VPC uses a presale system with full up-front payment required. Check vpcwatch.co for availability.
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