Eterna Chronograph Snapback Spillman Case - 38mm
rare spillman case - oversize chrono - two-tone dial
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The stunning patina on the two-tone dial makes for an attractive vintage look to this watch. Both the central hands and the sub-register hands have the elegant feuille shape. The blue tachymeter and red telemeter scales give the dial a sporty touch.
What makes this watch so special and rare is the snapback Spillmann case, which is one of the first waterproof wristwatch cases in the world. Most water resistant watches from this era had a screwed back. The back of this watch has a "lip" that was designed to open the strong-pressed case cover. The lugs have the typical Spillmann shape with an edge and bevel.
Inside the watch beats the robust manual-wind caliber Valjoux 22, a movement renowned for its reliability, making the watch perfect for everyday use.
This Eterna chronograph is also mentioned in the book "FERO - 150 Steel Chronographs", highlighting its collectible value and significance (see images).
Condition report.
Dial: excellent authentic condition - even patina - without scratches and without spots - intact tachymeter and telemeter scales - correct set of hands - signed with "FAB.SUISSE".
Case: intact lugs - very light wear marks - deep engraving of the case number on the back.
Movement: manual winding caliber Eterna 703 (Valjoux 22) - timegrapher values: rate: -7 s/day, amplitude: 292, beat error: 0.4. Chronograph starts, stops and resets perfectly.
Case number: 2720xxx
Movement number: 2797xxx
Int.Exe.: 42818
Manufacturer: Eterna
Model: Chronograph
Functions: chronograph - small running second - hour and minute - tachymeter - telemeter scale - 30 minutes counter
Material: Stainless steel
Dial: silver
Watch glass: acrylic crystal
Bracelet: leather
Type of clasp: pin buckle
Diameter: 38mm
Caliber name: Eterna 703 (Valjoux 22)
Movement type: manual wind
Year of Manufacture: 1946
Overall condition: 9 - has rarely been worn - top condition
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