Open Water 38 - Cove - VERO Watch Company
Open Water 38 - Cove - VERO Watch Company
Open Water 38 - Cove - VERO Watch Company
Open Water 38 - Cove - VERO Watch Company
Open Water 38 - Cove - VERO Watch Company
Open Water 38 - Cove - VERO Watch Company
Open Water 38 - Cove - VERO Watch Company

Open Water 38 - Cove

Regular price$795.00
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  • 200m/656ft of Water Resistance
  • 38hr Power Reserve, Automatic Movement
  • 10-Year No-Questions-Asked Warranty
  • Media Blasted 316L Stainless Steel Matte Finish Case
  • 200m/656ft of Water Resistance
  • 60 Click Unidiretional Cerakoted 12 Hour Bezel
  • Super LumiNova Hands and Indicies
  • Sapphire Crystal with Internal AR Coating
  • Multi Gasket Screw Down Crown with Protective Flanks
  • 38mm Diameter
  • 10.75mm Case Thickness
  • 46.5mm Lug to Lug
  • 18mm Lug Width
  • Swiss Made, US Assembled
  • Sellita SW200-1 Automatic Movement
  • 38hr power reserve
  • Regulated in house to a finer accuracy than +/- 5 Seconds per day in six positions with a lower delta rate than Swiss and American Railroad chronometer standards.
  • Custom Desisgned 18mm Stainless Steel
  • Single Screw Links
  • Media Blasted Matte Finish
  • Female Endlinks
  • Adjustable from 5" to infinity
  • Nodex Micro Adjust System

We offer a 10-year warranty against any damage. Past 10 years, we continue to offer service and support to ensure your watch runs to the highest standard. 

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60 Click Unidirectional Cerakoted 12 Hour Bezel

The 12-hour unidirectional bezel on the Open Water 38 allows you to track a second time zone effortlessly by rotating the bezel to the current hour difference. This feature ensures accuracy and prevents accidental adjustments, making it highly reliable and convenient for travelers and outdoor enthusiasts.

200m/656ft of Water Resistance

The Open Water 38 is fundamentally a dive watch, offering an impressive 200m of water resistance. It features a screw-down crown that employs a triple gasket piston-like design to keep out water and debris.

Custom Designed 18mm Stainless Steel Bracelet

The Open Water 38 features a custom-designed 18mm stainless steel single screw links feature a media-blasted matte finish and female endlinks. Coupled with the NEM (Nodus Extension Module) Micro Adjust Clasp, it is adjustable from 5" to infinity offering a perfect fit for any wrist.

Gaskets

All VERO watches feature a multi-gasket stem and crown/case tube configuration. The case tube has an extended sealing face that maintains contact with the o-ring across the stroke of the setting positions, ensuring the watch remains sealed even when setting the time. The watch case includes an indentation where an o-ring, or gasket, rests. During assembly, the o-ring is coated with a thin layer of silicone grease to create an airtight seal when the case back is tightened down, sitting flush against the case.

Multi Gasket Screw Down Crown with Protective Flanks

Dive watches generally feature crowns that screw down flush to the case. The case tube is specially designed with threads to secure the crown when it is screwed back in after setting the hands. Inside the case tube, silicone gaskets rest beneath the crown head, providing a watertight seal.

See how the Open Water 38 sits on different sized wrists.

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Micro-Adjust Clasp

We teamed up with Nodus to create a clasp that simplifies adjusting your watch's fit. With just a button push, you can make 1/2" micro-adjustments, ensuring a comfortable bracelet all year round.

Sapphire Crystal with Internal AR Coating

Having a durable crystal on a dive watch is crucial. In deeper waters, a sapphire crystal remains intact, unlike a mineral glass crystal that can crack or splinter under pressure. Sapphire crystals are naturally anti-reflective and boast a hardness of 9 out of 10 on the Mohs scale, with only diamonds being harder, scoring a perfect 10.

Super LumiNova Hands and Indices

  • 5 stars: 22 (88%)
  • 4 stars: 1 (4%)
  • 3 stars: 1 (4%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 1 (4%)
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BigLoveTravis
Outstanding watch!

Had been looking at Vero models for years and finally bought my first 38mm Swell. Wow!! The bead blasted finish is on par with my Sinn models. The Cerakote bezel is perfect. Count me a fan!!

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Connor Q.
My New Favorite Watch

I've been waiting for the Open Water Crown Point 38 and it has not disappointed in anyway. This is now my daily wear and by far my favorite watch in the collection. If your thinking about it, don't hesitate. You won't be disappointed. These Open Water watches are an excellent buy!

Hi Connor,
Thanks so much for your review of your new Open Water 38. We hope you get some great use out of it and take it on some epic adventures!

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Jerry
Look at me! I'm fun!

In a world of black, white and grey, I give you the highlighter yellow Open Water 38 Swell. Just like my other Open Water watches, the craftmanship is outstanding and the fit is perfect for my 7 inch wrist. This watch really stands out and commands attention. It is like no other color in my collection. The color makes me smile whenever I look at it. It's a really fun watch.

Hi Jerry, Thanks for you review! Love to hear that you're having so much fun with your watch!

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Richard N.
Awesome watch

Been wanting an Open Water for awhile. Scored a display model during the recent sale. Am very impressed and think it's more than worth it, even at full price.

Hi Richard, Thanks so much for your review of your new Open Water diver. Hope you take it on some great adventures this summer!

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Gary K.
Open Water Swell 38 !

I absolutely love the color of the watch ! Very nice for the quality and price 👌 what's not to like? Customer service was fantastic! Put my Liv back in the box found my new favorite thanks Vero for a great transaction!

Thanks for the kind words and great feedback, Gary!

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Craig H.
Couldn’t Be Happier with Vero!

I have collected watches for almost forty years, but it’s been a long time since I looked down at my wrist and genuinely smiled.

The proportions, quality, feel, and thoughtfulness that went into the design of the Swell 38 are incredible. I wanted to say thank you for offering such a timepiece at a reasonable price and I am always willing to support a USA company!

I look forward to happily wearing this watch for many years to come (or until my son steals it!) and just wanted to pass along my impressions.

Hi Craig,
Thanks for your review of your new Open Water 38! So glad to hear you are loving it, and will soon have to buy a second one for your son ;)
We hope you get some great wear out of it this summer!

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Phillip

Love it

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Andrew B.
OPEN WATER 38 - SWELL LIME GREEN

Love, love. love this watch! Excellent quality equal to watches costing much more money. Lime green color is way cool and makes quite the fashion statement. Also, need to comment on the Vero customer service team. The first watch I ordered arrived DOA and when I contacted them they responded same day and sent me a replacement overnight with a label to send them back the defective one. A company that truly cares for their customers. Highly recommend the Vero watch company!!

Hi Andrew,
So glad you love your new Open Water 38 Swell!
Thanks for your patience and understanding with that first watch delivery. Never can tell when happens to those parcels during transit.

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Regina A.
Amazingly fun

This watch is absolutely stunning. I love the feel, the colors and the quality.

Hi Regina, So glad to hear you love your new watch!!

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Brian R.
Wow

So much watch for the money. I will buy the white when it comes back in stock.

Thanks Brian!!

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Brian R.
Amazing for the price!

I have been collecting for over 30 years. I was recently exposed to one of your pieces and thought I would give it a shot. I have owned several Nodus watches and the clasp is exceptional. It is what pushed me over the edge to buy. I was not disappointed at all. I have paid twice as much and not received something of this quality. More bold colors in the Open water 38 and I would buy them all.

Hi Brian,
Thanks for your review of your new Open Water 38! We're stoked to hear you're loving the features, and the vibrant colors. The Nodus clasp really was a game changer. They are so genius, and comfortable. Thanks again!

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Juan

Better in person than in photos.
The size, the weight, the undeniably cool neon yellow… it feels premium and unique.
I am super happy with my purchase

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Trevor R.
A lot to like here

The Open Water 38 exceeded my expectations. A unique small sized diver, an all-blasted case, housing a trusted & reliable Swiss-made Sellita movement (no date), regulated by Vero for optimal accuracy. Best execution of a quick-release bracelet I've seen from an independent brand, actually works as designed, & the Nodus clasp is a bonus. All of this, backed by the best warranty protection in the micro brand space. Rates right alongside the big manufacturers' 'keepers' in my collection as as favorite, couldn't be more pleased. Unmatched value.

Hi Trevor, Thanks for your review of your Open Water 38! So glad to hear you're loving it. We were so happy with how the NodeX clasp worked with the watch. We hope you continue to get some great use out of it!

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Philip H.
Open Water 38 - Swell

I returned it. Too small for me. Awaiting credit.

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peter r.
Open Water 38

i had high expectations for this watch, and they've been met. i was expecting
a perfect fit on my 7-1/4" wrist, and i got it. The watch actually wears, to my eyes, a bit larger than its size, i think that's because the dial and bezel have the exact same hue, so it's one color edge-to-edge. the SW-200 is an excellent
movement, and the slimness of this watch, well, mine measures 10.4mm, and
for a 200 m dive watch, that's quite excellent. Some people call this a "summer
watch" but i expect to be wearing it all year long. the lume is bright and long-lsting, it goes all night, and i really appreciate that...all-in-all, this is an excellent
watch, thanks.

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Marcin G.
Great looks and quality

I bought the bright yellow Vero Open Water 38 in July. Striking with the color, but very minimalist and really thin case are a unique combo. Bezel has nice click and zero play. Quality bracelet and case. Blasted finish gives it a dark matte surface, that gives distinctive and quite robust look. Only gripe would be the blasted finish can show smudges. Bracelet is pretty comfortable and quick release makes changing straps super easy. Absolutely love the on-the-fly adjustable clasp. Simple design with striking color and black baton hands makes it easy to read. Overall looks and wears awesome. Slick looking diver. Had zero issues. I’m very happy with it.

Also had to mention Vero’s customer service. Unfortunately I made a mistake and had to update info on my order. Communication was great and super quick.

Hi Marcin, Thanks for your review of your new Open Water! We're glad to hear the bracelet is fitting you well and you're utilizing the quick-adjust clasp. That's our favorite feature, especially as summer is coming to an end. Thanks again!

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G.M.
Received watch in broken box and now watch movement has stopped working entirely

I want to downgrade my previous review to one star. I bought this watch recently. The box it came in had entirely fallen apart during delivery. The watch appeared undamaged and I thought I was lucky, however 2 weeks after receiving the watch it has stopped working entirely. It just want stop ticking again after winding. Really disappointed. For the price VERO charges you’d think they would deliver in a sturdy box and a watch that would last longer than 2 weeks. I hope the 10 year warranty covers this

Hi George, we’re sorry to see that you are changing your star rating from four stars down to one. We rarely see packages damaged in transit, even when sent overseas. Especially to the extent that it would damage a watch. We’re anticipating your watch being returned to us and will be diagnosing the issue promptly to be able to get your watch back to you as soon as we can. We Apologize for the inconvenience of having to send it back for repair. But of course, your warranty covers the extent of any repairs and regulation. Thanks for your patience George.

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George M.
Great gift, nice watch, terrible packaging

Really happy with The Cove. I have it to my girlfriend as a sporty watch birthday present and she loves it. The off white dial and bezel go really well with bracelet or nato straps and it looks great in all lighting conditions. The box it came in was terrible. It had practically fallen apart around the watch, fortunately the watch did not appear to be damaged but I’d think twice again from ordering from VERO given the value of the contents it’s boxes are meant to protect. I think I got lucky the watch came in one piece!

Hi George, thank you so much for your review of the Open Water Cove. We're sorry to hear our packaging was damaged in transit to you. I've forwarded your review to our shipping manager to make sure they know we need to fortifiy the boxes the Open Waters are being sent in. Especially being sent overseas. We hope your girlfriend continues to enjoy her new watch!

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Paul S.

Awesome

Hi Paul, Thanks for your review! Happy to hear you're loving your watch!

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Raymond K.
Metal band

Edges of metal band and buckle are a little sharper than I’m used to.
Enjoying the look and accuracy

Hi Raymond, Thanks for your review!
We hope your bracelet hasn't caused you any discomfort. We've found that using the micro-adjust option in the clasp helps to get the fit just right, especially in the hotter months when the fit can fluctuate so much in a day. If you ever need your bracelet adjusted, please let us know. We'd be happy to add a link back in. Thanks again, Raymond!

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Jakob

Love this watch. Just got it and don’t plan to take it off. Great fit and great look. The ads didn’t lie! Thank you!

Hi Jakob, Thanks so much for your review!
We're stoked to hear you're loving your watch and are getting great use out if it!

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Eric S.
Even Better in Person

I hesitated on this initially because 38 mm is a little bit smaller than my usual preference. I needn’t have worried as the matching cerakote finish on the face and bezel gives this watch a lot of presence. The photos don’t do this watch justice as every little detail is beautiful and the quality is superb. Also, the Nodex bracelet is great, something we should see more of. Lastly, Vero’s customer service is incredibly responsive. I had an issue with the fit of the bezel and within a few hours was sent a mailing label to send the watch back for adjustment.

Hi Eric, Thanks for your review! We're happy to hear you're happy with your Open Water Swell. Hope you're getting great use out of that micro-adjust clasp in this summer heat!

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Shane B.
In love

You know how they say “you just know” when you meet the one? I just knew when I saw this watch it was gonna be mine. After spending some time with it my initial impressions are strongly positive. Sw200 sitting about +7-9 SPD, but I’m sure it’ll settle down. Bezel has solid action, no play. Size is spot on and wears bigger than 38mm on paper might suggest. Bracelet is comfortable as any oyster bracelet is, albeit a lil heavy (subjective). The micro adjust is killer especially in summer when you swell in the heat. What else…taken it to scuba class and pool laps in the morning, no issues. Oh the quick release on the bracelet is awesome! Love the double spring action, it’s as good as omegas. Anyways…fun flirty and thirty west coast vibes with this watch, love it so far and you will too! Take the plunge into open water!

Hi Shane, thanks for your review! That's awesome to hear that you're putting your watch to the test. That thing can take it!

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Rory

Crazy high quality, superb.

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shane f.
Brightness waring!

If you are not into bright colors, be warned, the Swell is not for you. Lucky enough there is more muted white version that might strike your fancy. From the Cerakote dial and bezel; to the blasted matte finish on the case and bracelet; to the Swiss movement beating inside - there is a lot to like in this smaller diver. Along with the striking color comes a 10 year warranty (so the owners seem pretty sure this little guy is built to last). This particular diver is a beacon of light on the wrist. I believe the simple, modern aesthetic of this timepiece (with the bright hue) makes this a home run for Vero.

Hi Shane, thanks so much for your review of your Open Water Swell! We've been waititng to bust out that color with the right watch. Stoked that you like it as much as we do!

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Incabloc Technology:

The tiny part that takes big impact.

Our watches are designed for adventure, capable of withstanding any challenge. With this in mind, we chose the Sellita SW-200-1 movement for the Open Water 38, as it features Incabloc Shock Absorption technology.

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