If you've ever been to Dubai, you know that looking at the horizon at dusk in the height of summer is like gazing into a well-oxygenated glowing ember.
The Doxa Sub 250, presented today, perfectly captures this sensation with its deep red dial, constantly shifting from rich burgundy to almost cherry or slightly brownish-red - like Dubai's burning horizon. This model is part of one of Doxa's most limited series - only 75 pieces released to commemorate the 75th anniversary of Ahmed Seddiqi watch store.
Unique Dial and Design
Apart from the dial color, it is worth noting that this special version of the Sub 250 is the only model with a classic time and date layout without additional functions. Traditionally, the Sub 250T by Doxa is a GMT model with a distinctive case, bracelet, and recognizable design beloved by many. Interestingly, this version is closer in size and style to the smaller Sub 200T than to the modern Sub 250T models.
Minor Changes - Significant Effect
Although this model seems like a minor deviation from the standard Doxa catalog, small changes greatly impact the overall dynamics of the watch. The time-and-date-only layout and a dial larger than the Sub 200T give the watch a fresh look, ensuring a flat fit on the wrist and a more expressive presence. The indices have more space on the dial, and the unique red hue appears even more striking thanks to the airy design.
The watch retains the signature Doxa Sub markers, which, fortunately, remain as applied and unchanged compared to serial models, but are now done in polished gold along with the hour, minute, and second hands. The deep golden hue contrasts beautifully with the rich red dial.
Reliable Bezel and Unique Case Details
Doxa is known for some of the best rotating bezels in its price segment. The unidirectional bezel of this model is as sturdy as other diver's watches from the brand, but now complemented by a "no-decompression" scale with black Arabic numerals in an eastern style. Another distinctive design feature is the case back: it is embossed with the phrase "where legacy meets luxury," and the number 75 is crafted in a circular composition on a black background.
The case size is 42 mm with an attractive thickness of 11.95 mm, providing comfortable wear on my 16.5 cm wrist. In fact, the dimensions of this model make me wonder if it might be a more suitable alternative for me compared to the smaller Sub 200T. The case houses a slightly enhanced movement - the automatic Sellita SW300 caliber with a 56-hour power reserve.
Final Conclusions
The limited edition Sub 250 Ahmed Seddiqi is a special Doxa model that is not burdened with radical design changes. The manufacturer managed to minimize changes while maintaining a fundamentally new sensation on the wrist, which, in my opinion, has improved. With a total production run of only 75 pieces, this model may be hard to come by, as it is currently not available for sale on the official Doxa website. According to official data, the watches were sold exclusively through Seddiqi boutiques at a retail price of 2800 euros.
Key Features of the Doxa Sub 250 Ahmed Seddiqi Edition:
- Limited release - only 75 pieces
- Deep red dial with unique shades
- Classic time and date layout without additional functions
- 42 mm case, 11.95 mm thickness - comfortable wear
- Automatic Sellita SW300 movement with a 56-hour power reserve
- Unidirectional bezel with "no-decompression" scale and Arabic numerals
- Case back embossed with "where legacy meets luxury" and the number 75
This model represents a blend of tradition and modern execution, making it an interesting object for collectors and enthusiasts of premium-grade diver's watches.