The quick answer.
Watchdives WD1863A 39mm VK63 Chronograph (Vintage Black) is a chronograph watch with case dimensions 41 mm case diameter (39 mm bezel diameter) at $149. We recommend it for a buyer who wants a black-dial steel chronograph, a meca-quartz movement and a bracelet with quick on-the-fly adjustment.
Why it belongs on the shortlist.
Watchdives presents the WD1863A as an update to its WD1863, retaining the familiar chronograph design and VK63 movement while revising the bracelet and clasp. The steel case, domed sapphire and matte black dial keep the look purposeful; the on-the-fly adjustment is a practical detail for a bracelet watch. The listing showed $149 USD on October 20, with $189 crossed out. No Watch Ritual code or reader saving has been supplied.
The classic chronograph layout stays front and center.
The Vintage Black version uses a matte black dial, fixed steel bezel and three-subdial chronograph layout. Watchdives pairs it with a Japanese VK63 meca-quartz movement, a choice that keeps the familiar chronograph format while avoiding the winding routine of a mechanical watch.
The bracelet update is the practical improvement.
The three-link bracelet tapers from 20 mm to 18 mm, and the clasp adjusts on the fly without tools. That makes it easier to fine-tune the fit as your wrist changes through the day. The bracelet is still a conventional fitted steel bracelet, so plan on sizing it to your wrist when it arrives.
Use the full dimensions to judge fit.
Watchdives lists a 41 mm case diameter, 46 mm lug-to-lug span and 12.9 mm thickness including the domed crystal. Its 39 mm bezel diameter is not the full case width. Comparing the lug-to-lug and thickness with a watch you already wear will give you a better fit estimate than the bezel number alone.
The current merchant price is $149.
On October 20, 2026, Watchdives listed the Vintage Black variant for $149 USD, with $189 shown as the crossed-out price. That is the merchant’s current item pricing, not a Watch Ritual code. No reader discount code has been supplied; the Shop button uses the Watchdives partner link.
A useful everyday rating, with a clear limit.
The seller lists 100 m / 10 ATM water resistance, a screw-down crown and screw-down caseback. Those are Watchdives specifications; the listing does not claim a specific independent dive-watch certification. Choose it for the chronograph design and everyday versatility, and confirm the maker’s care guidance before using it around water.
The details, at a glance.
- Selected variant
- Vintage Black · variant 67527689896154
- Case / bezel
- 41 mm case diameter, including mid-case · 39 mm bezel diameter
- Case length
- 46 mm lug-to-lug
- Thickness
- 12.9 mm including the domed crystal
- Movement
- Japanese VK63 meca-quartz chronograph
- Crystal
- Domed sapphire with high-transparency anti-reflective coating
- Case and bezel
- 316L stainless steel · fixed stainless bezel
- Bracelet
- Three-link steel, tapering from 20 mm to 18 mm
- Clasp
- On-the-fly adjustable
- Water resistance
- 100 m / 10 ATM, as listed by Watchdives
- Price
- $149 USD on October 20, 2026; the merchant showed $189 as the crossed-out price. No Watch Ritual code was supplied.
What draws us in
- A Japanese VK63 meca-quartz chronograph with domed sapphire
- Published 41 mm case, 46 mm lug-to-lug and 12.9 mm thickness for a more informed fit check
- The revised three-link bracelet tapers to 18 mm and adds an on-the-fly clasp
Before you choose
The 41 mm case wears longer than the bezel diameter suggests: Watchdives lists a 46 mm lug-to-lug span and 12.9 mm thickness including the domed crystal. Check that footprint against a watch that already fits you. The 100 m rating is the merchant’s specification, not evidence of an independent dive-watch certification; C3 lume is listed only for certain color versions, so do not assume it for Vintage Black.
Who it suits.
A buyer who wants a black-dial steel chronograph, a meca-quartz movement and a bracelet with quick on-the-fly adjustment.
When to choose something else.
Choose another watch if you want an automatic movement, a slimmer case, a smaller lug-to-lug span or a verified dive-watch certification.
Warranty, returns and ownership.
Watchdives lists a two-year warranty. Its current return and warranty conditions depend on the order and destination, so review the merchant’s policy before buying.
Closest alternatives.
- Watchdives WD1969 PRO 38mm Dive Watch (Black / Square Indices): A smaller-looking Watchdives diver with a date-free display and 200 m rating if you want a rotating bezel instead of a chronograph.
- Thorn Watches T026C-R5030D Chronograph: An automatic chronograph from Thorn if mechanical winding matters more than bracelet adjustment.
Think beyond the diameter.
The published 46 mm lug-to-lug gives you a useful starting point for checking overhang. Use our wrist-fit guide and compare the proportions with a watch you already enjoy wearing.
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Where to buy.
Specifications and product photography: Watchdives WD1863A product page (checked October 20, 2026). Find WD1863A 39mm VK63 Chronograph (Vintage Black) at Watchdives through our partner link and search for the selected option there. How we choose.
A few good questions.
What movement is in the Watchdives WD1863A 39mm VK63 Chronograph (Vintage Black)?
Watchdives lists a Japanese VK63 meca-quartz chronograph movement.
How large is the Watchdives WD1863A 39mm VK63 Chronograph (Vintage Black)?
Watchdives lists a 41 mm case diameter, 39 mm bezel diameter, 46 mm lug-to-lug span and 12.9 mm thickness including the domed crystal.
What does the Watchdives WD1863A 39mm VK63 Chronograph (Vintage Black) cost?
The official listing showed $149 USD on October 20, 2026, with $189 crossed out. No Watch Ritual reader code was supplied.
Is there a Watch Ritual discount code for the Watchdives WD1863A 39mm VK63 Chronograph (Vintage Black)?
No Watch Ritual code or reader saving has been supplied for Watchdives. Use the Shop button for the supplied Watchdives partner link and confirm the current price with the merchant.
Is the Watchdives WD1863A 39mm VK63 Chronograph (Vintage Black) a certified dive watch?
Watchdives lists 100 m / 10 ATM water resistance, but the product page does not establish an independent dive-watch certification.
