Ming 37.09 Bluefin - 38mm

Overview 

The Ming 37.09 Bluefin is a bold reinterpretation of the dive watch, distilling tradition through a distinct lens of modernist design. With a compact 38mm stainless steel case and a 44.5mm lug-to-lug, it delivers serious underwater capability with a case rated to a surprising 600 meters of water resistance. Yet, it retains a sculptural elegance and ergonomic fluidity rarely found in tool watches, standing as a testament to the brand’s pursuit of form, function, and individuality.

A standout feature is the sapphire dial, a Ming signature, enhanced by an internal rotating bezel operated by a dedicated crown at 4 o’clock. The dial’s layered construction creates the illusion of floating elements—from the luminous markers and ring to the stylized hands that echo the silhouette of a bluefin tuna. The extensive and impressively executed Super-LumiNova X1 provides both legibility and visual drama in low light. This interplay of transparency, depth, and restrained detail makes the watch unmistakably Ming.

Powering the Bluefin is the modified Sellita SW300.M1 automatic movement, featuring skeletonised anthracite bridges that combine mechanical finesse with modern aesthetic clarity. This beautifully executed movement is visible through a sapphire exhibition caseback, a rarity for a dive watch of this depth rating and a welcome nod to collectors who appreciate seeing the heart of the watch in motion. With a 50-hour power reserve, it offers practical longevity along with visual appeal.

Though not a limited edition, the 37.09 Bluefin was produced in limited quantities and is now sold out, further cementing its desirability. It represents a compelling alternative to conventional dive watches—one that champions creativity, design purity, and independent horological vision. For collectors who value distinction and depth in equal measure, the Bluefin is not just a dive watch; it’s a modern classic, purpose-built and unapologetically Ming.

Specifications

Condition

Brand New, Unworn Condition, Complete Original Set with Box and Papers dated January 2025

Warranty

2 years original manufacturers warranty