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Doxa - Brand Snapshot
Key facts, market position, heritage, and manufacturing details
Founded
1889
Founders
Georges Ducommun
Headquarters
Biel/Bienne, Switzerland
Country of Origin
Switzerland
Ownership
Private
Industry
Watchmaking
Signature Model
SUB 300
Popular Collections
SUB 200; SUB 300; SUB 600T
Price Range
$ 900 - $ 5,000
Market Tier
Entry Luxury
Brand Positioning
Dive Watch Heritage
Brand Reputation
Well-regarded brand in the enthusiast market with strong appeal in sport and tool watches
Primary Buyer Profile
Sports-watch buyers; enthusiasts; collectors seeking everyday mechanical watches
Known For
SUB 300; orange dive dials; dive heritage
Resale Strength
Moderate
Investment Perception
Moderate
Manufacturing Location
Switzerland
Movement Type
Mechanical
Complications
Time-only; date; chronograph; GMT; dive timing
Brand Category
Watch Brand

About Doxa

Doxa Watches is a Swiss watch brand established in 1889 in the city of Biel/Bienne, Switzerland. The brand is known for its innovative designs, especially in the realm of diving watches.

Famous people who have worn Doxa watches include the legendary filmmaker and explorer Jacques Cousteau, who famously used their watches during his underwater expeditions.

Top 5 Best Doxa Watches:

1. Doxa Sub 300T: This iconic dive watch features a robust stainless steel case, a unidirectional rotating bezel, and a helium escape valve. It's water-resistant up to 300 meters and is known for its distinctive orange dial. Pricing typically ranges around $1,600.

2. Doxa Sub 200: A more compact diving watch, the Sub 200 is designed for both divers and casual wearers. It has a water resistance of 200 meters, a ceramic bezel, and a clean, legible dial. The price is usually around $1,200.

3. Doxa Sub 600T: This watch is designed for professional divers, boasting a water resistance of 600 meters. It features a solid, durable construction, a helium release valve, and a bold design. Pricing is approximately $1,800.

4. Doxa Army: This watch combines military aesthetics with diving functionality. It features a matte black finish, a stainless steel case, and an anti-reflective sapphire crystal. The pricing is around $1,400.

5. Doxa Sub 4000T: This is one of the brand's most robust diving watches, with a water resistance of 4000 meters. It features a unique dial and a heavy-duty design suitable for extreme conditions. The price is typically around $2,500.

Doxa Brand Metrics

A quick visual read on market position, collectability, and secondary-market perception for Doxa.

Resale Strength

Moderate
Weak
Moderate
Strong
Very Strong
Exceptional
Some resale support depending on model
Gauge position: 38 / 100

Investment

Moderate
Low
Moderate
High
Very High
Selective models may hold value reasonably well
Gauge position: 40 / 100

Market Tier

Entry Luxury
Consumer
Entry
Mid
Luxury
High
Ultra
Accessible Swiss or enthusiast-oriented luxury
Gauge position: 28 / 100