Bausele Oceanmoon V - References, Prices and Owners' Reviews

Bausele OceanMoon V is a model launched in 2023 by Sydney-based Bausele, the fifth generation of a line that began in 2012 and was conceived as an Australian coastal tool-watch: 42 mm case (49.2 mm lug-to-lug), 14.5 mm thick, 22 mm lugs, 200 m water-resistance, a thick double-domed sapphire with AR coating, and a screw-down crown that contains grains of sand from Manly Beach. The Swiss automatic SW200-1, backed by a Faraday-style protective cage for shock/anti-magnetic resilience, powers Pacific Blue, Orca Black, Emerald Green and RAAF editions in a clear, everyday-ready aesthetic.

Design & legibility: the model’s identity

The OceanMoon V face is built for unambiguous reading: applied markers, broad luminous hands, a crisp minute flange and a decisive 120-click bezel, all under a thick sapphire that adds depth without glare; the palette (Pacific Blue, Orca Black, Emerald Green) stays restrained, with matte/sunray textures that heighten contrast in sunlight and indoors, so the visual signature is the “Australian tool spirit” paired with a high-contrast dial beneath a domed sapphire.

Case, strap and everyday comfort

Machined in steel, the 42 mm case (≈ 14.55 mm thick, 49.2 mm L2L) delivers 200 m via a screwed construction and reinforced sealing at the crown; short, straight lugs stabilise the watch, while rubber or textile (and in some listings steel) use the 22 mm lug width to swap from office to ocean. The crown inlays Manly Beach sand as a tangible Sydney link and brand hallmark, meaning the on-wrist feel is “tooly” yet wearable on rubber, leather or textile alike.

Movement: architecture, performance and care

OceanMoon V runs the SW200-1 (4 Hz, ~38–41 h), with hacking and fine regulation; Bausele communicates a Faraday-type protective cage for added perturbation resistance, aligning with the adventure brief. Service guidance is conventional (every 4–6 years) plus periodic pressure checks; rate will depend on regulation, but Sellita-based architecture is widely serviceable, such that the SW200-1 plus protective cage yields a robust, low-friction ownership profile.

Timeline & main models (2012–2025)

(2012) Bausele OceanMoon First Generation:

The concept’s origin: a utility diver inspired by Australia’s coastline, supplied with two easily swapped straps (ocean/urban) and a simple, legible layout. This debut framed the OceanMoon as an exploration object—tough, friendly to wear—that would later evolve in size and finishing. 

(2016) Bausele OceanMoon II “Refinement”:

Second iteration with tidied details (bezel, dials) and the same instantly legible stance. The brief remains that of a salt-and-sand-proof “daily driver” that moves easily between rubber and leather. Colours and markings are various.

(2019) Bausele OceanMoon III “45 mm”:

A bigger (45 mm) cycle embracing a bolder diver presence, high-contrast dials and a stronger expression of the concept, still aimed at coastal adventure. While the use-case DNA is unchanged (clarity/forthrightness), the step-up in scale suits wrists seeking visual mass.

(2023) Bausele OceanMoon V “Geneva Watch Days Launch”:

Back to 42 mm with 200 m WR, thick AR sapphire, the Manly-sand crown hallmark and broad adoption of the SW200-1. Gen-V modernises ergonomics (49.2 mm L2L, 14.55 mm thick) while consolidating the “Australian tool” image. Early lots introduced multiple hues within a single technical spec set and maintained approachable pricing for the feature sheet.

(2023) Bausele OceanMoon V Pacific Blue:

A Pacific-blue take that showcases the platform’s legibility: textured, high-contrast dial, firm bezel action and black rubber as an OEM strap in many runs, with some listings noting 100-piece limited batches. Specification remains 42 mm/200 m with protective cage and AR sapphire.

(2023) Bausele OceanMoon V Orca Black:

Stealthier “Orca” treatment: dark dial, white legibility and the same core spec (SW200-1, 200 m, AR sapphire). Identity skews more discreet and “tool-forward” while preserving Bausele markers (sand crown, domed crystal). Multiple retailers list this colourway, helpful for accessories (textile/rubber) and availability checks. 

(2023) Bausele OceanMoon V RAAF “Royal Australian Air Force”:

A forces-link edition retaining the 42 mm, 200 m, sapphire core and typically shipping on textile with a folding clasp; blue dial and dedicated markings align with Bausele’s national anchoring. Dimensions (42 × 14.5 mm, 22 mm lugs) and WR match Gen-V’s brief.

(2024) Bausele OceanMoon V Emerald Green:

An emerald-green dial added to the V catalogue within the same 42 mm/200 m/SW200-1 architecture; the aim is broader chromatic choice while preserving readability and utility. Announcements note colour drops throughout 2023–2024, reflecting small-batch logic.

(2024) Bausele OceanMoon V “Algae Court”:

A lighter (silver/green-tinged) variation using the same platform and resilience promise. This execution demonstrates how Gen-V absorbs new tones without losing function. Aggregator pages list “Algae Court” alongside Pacific Blue/Emerald Green under the same SW200-1 base. 

(2025) Bausele OceanMoon V “Orca Black ”:

Fresh Orca-Black waves in 2025 confirm the colourway’s staying power in Gen-V, with strap kits and intermittent availability via retailers. Technical coherence remains (42 mm, 200 m, sapphire, SW200-1), while appeal leans on low-key versatility. 

Conclusion

Ocean-minded at heart and utilitarian in practice, the Bausele OceanMoon V targets wearers seeking a clear, robust 42 mm diver with a tangible Australian identity. Differences are mainly colour and strap; the base (SW200-1, 200 m, sapphire) delivers worry-free use. To confirm on wrist, lean on Dialicious customer reviews for comfort, legibility and longevity cues that matter day to day.

(Updated October 2025)