MAT watches x SNSM (Sea rescuers) collection

Discover the collaboration between MAT Watches and the Société Nationale de Sauvetage en Mer (SNSM): professional tool watches engineered for sea rescue missions, combining durability, legibility, and reliability in extreme conditions.

The SNSM project

After one year of development and following the recommendations of the Sea Rescuers, MAT watches is delighted to present a new edition of its Compressor watch which strengthens its partnership signed in 2019 with the SNSM.

Respecting the strict technical specifications of the Sea Rescuers, the "SNSM Compressor Black Edition" signs a return to its roots for MAT watches which has become well known -15 years ago- with watch creations exclusively designed in black PVD. In that respect, the "SNSM Black Edition" is a true collector.

SNSM, since 1975

The SNSM (Société Nationale de Sauvetage en Mer - the National Company of Sea Rescuers) is a non-profit organization governed by the French Law of 1901.

It was created in 1967 through the merger of the Société Centrale de Sauvetage des Naufragés (SCSN – the Central Society for Shipwreck Rescue), founded by Admiral Rigault de Genouilly in 1865, and the Société des Hospitaliers Sauveteurs Bretons (HSB – the Breton Sea Rescue Society), established by Henri Nadault de Buffon in 1873.

These 2 century-old associations were born from a long-standing maritime tradition: that of volunteers rescuing people at sea, free of charge.

The SNSM was recognized as a public utility organization by decree on April 30, 1970.

At sea you will never be alone

The Compressor watch case is equipped with two screw-down crowns integrated into the case to ensure water resistance and provide maximum durability. The crown at 4 o’clock allows for setting the watch, while the crown at 2 o’clock operates the internal rotating bezel.

This watch is available with a brushed satin black PVD finish and a sunburst black dial accented with subtle touches of orange for optimal legibility.

Water-resistant up to 200 meters, it features a Swiss automatic movement, a domed sapphire crystal, and reinforced spring bars, making this practical watch both technically sophisticated and elegant.

With a 42.5 mm diameter, this aquatic watch comes with a rubber strap and deployant buckle, as well as a black textile strap. Both straps are easily interchangeable using the included tool.

Its very durable case comes in recycled black leather with an orange zipper and bears the SNSM emblem, allowing you to take it wherever you go.