Milus / Archimèdes
Milus Archimèdes
Collection profile · 2021
Archimèdes by Milus is the brand’s modern dive-watch line, reinterpreting the vintage Super Compressor idea with a dual-crown layout, inner rotating bezel, strong legibility, and contemporary 41 mm tool-watch proportions for everyday exploration.
Why it matters
Archimèdes is the clearest modern identity statement in Milus’s catalog, tying the brand’s archive to a commercially relevant dive-watch range.
Key references
Collection timeline
- 2021 — Milus positioned Archimèdes by Milus as the modern successor to its Super Compressor-inspired dive-watch heritage.
- 2021 — Orange Coral was nominated for the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève in the Diver’s category.
- 2026 — The collection remains active on the current Milus website with multiple colorways and worldtimer variants.
FAQ
What is Archimèdes based on?
Milus describes it as the modern successor to its Super Compressor dive-watch heritage and the original 666 model lineage.
What defines the collection design?
Dual crowns, an internal rotating bezel, strong lume, and a robust 41 mm steel case built for dive-watch legibility.
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