Independent Watchmakers Β· 2026-10-14
YEMA Navygraf Barracuda takes inspiration from France's submarine fleet
A 39 mm, 9.75 mm-thick military diver with a forged-carbon dial, red details and an automatic 70-hour micro-rotor movement.
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By Chronolume digest Β· Original English summary Β· Based on YEMA official product page (verified 14 October 2026)
What to know
Designed in collaboration with France's Marine Nationale, YEMA's Navygraf Barracuda looks to the country's Barracuda-class submarine programme for its visual identity. A matt forged-carbon dial and matching rotating bezel create a subdued, instrument-like surface. The angular red minute hand is both a high-contrast reading aid and a visual reference to the submarine service, while the white lume offers legibility in dark environments.
The stainless-steel case is 39 mm wide and only 9.75 mm thick, yet offers 300 metres of water resistance. Inside, YEMA's CMM.20 automatic micro-rotor movement provides 70 hours of power reserve. The red-tinted sapphire caseback carries French submarine-forces insignia, connecting the mechanical view to naval tradition. This limited edition is listed at US$2,590 in its NATO-strap configuration.
At a glance
| Reference | 21.26.20.66.SNL.D6 |
|---|---|
| Movement | CMM.20 automatic micro-rotor |
| Case | 39 mm stainless steel |
| Thickness | 9.75 mm |
| Power reserve | 70 hours |
| Water resistance | 300 m |
| Dial | Forged carbon |
| US price (NATO) | $2,590 |
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YEMA Navygraf Barracuda 21.26.20.66.SNL.D6 Β· 21.26.20.66.SNL.D6 β
Source & attribution
YEMA official product page (verified 14 October 2026) Β· Published 2026-10-14 β
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