The Wristwatch Field Guide

Ball Engineer Hydrocarbon NEDU

DC3226A-S3C-BE

The Ball Engineer Hydrocarbon NEDU is a current-production diver watch with a grade 5 titanium case. It is priced well above the $1,195 median for the category.

Exotic-material diver watchesTitaniumDiversUnder $5,000
Price
$4,899
Material
Titanium
Grade / type
Grade 5
Water resistance
600 m
Reference
DC3226A-S3C-BE
Type
Diver
Case diameter
42.0 mm
Thickness
17.3 mm
Origin
Switzerland
Movement
Automatic
Caliber
BALL RR1402-C
Complications
Time only
Colour
Grey
Nickel-free
Not verified (contact-point materials not all confirmed)
Dial
Blue (gradient)
Dial colours
Blue
Availability
Offered
Status
Current
Not published
Lug-to-lug, Weight, Power reserve, Hardness, Construction, Surface treatment, Caseback, Bracelet / strap, Matching bracelet, Crystal, Display back, Lume
High confidence Verified Jul 2026 Source: Ball (maker) Maker / listing ↗
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Frequently asked questions

What is the case material of the Ball Engineer Hydrocarbon NEDU?

The Ball Engineer Hydrocarbon NEDU has a grade 5 titanium case. This is confirmed against the maker spec.

What size is the Ball Engineer Hydrocarbon NEDU?

It is 42.0 mm in diameter, 17.3 mm thick, and water resistant to 600 m.

How much does the Ball Engineer Hydrocarbon NEDU cost, and is it available?

It is current-production and lists from $4,899.

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