Vetta Swissstar Diver 1000m Bakelite Bezel
rare diver - large cushion shaped case - striking look
The large cushion-shaped case measures an impressive 45 mm in diameter with a 49 mm lug-to-lug length, yet wears comfortably on the wrist thanks to its well-balanced proportions. Its unconventional design clearly sets it apart from traditional dive watches of the era and gives the watch a unique personality. The unidirectional rotating blue Bakelite bezel follows the safety standard of professional dive watches and is complemented by a screw-down crown.
The original, unrestored dial is preserved in beautiful condition. Its black center creates a striking contrast with the vivid orange hour ring and the bold Tritium hour markers. All luminous material on the hands and markers is original and has darkened evenly over the decades, preserving the watch's authentic vintage appearance.
The screw-down case back is engraved with "Super Waterproof", "Antimagnetic", and "100 ATU". The latter corresponds to an original water resistance of an impressive 1,000 meters — a specification achieved by only a handful of professional dive watches in the 1970s and the reason behind the model's fitting nickname, "1000m".
Today, this Vetta stands out not only for its bold colors and unusual case design, but also for its honest, well-preserved original condition. It is a characterful vintage dive watch far from the mainstream and a fascinating example of the bold and functional watchmaking of the 1970s.
Condition Report
Dial: Very well-preserved original, unrestored dial with authentic patina to the Tritium on the hands and hour markers – signed "Vetta Automatic" and "T Swiss Made T".
Case: 45 mm stainless steel case with light signs of wear – crisp edges – screw-down crown – original unidirectional blue Bakelite bezel in excellent condition.
Movement: Automatic movement running reliably. Timegrapher results: +25 seconds/day, 261° amplitude, 8.5 ms beat error.
Serial number: 108xx
Int.Exe.: 26306
Manufacturer: Vetta
Model: Swissstar Diver 1000m
Functions: central second - screw-down crown - hour and minute - luminous hand - rotating bezel - date
Material: Stainless steel
Dial: black
Watch glass: acrylic crystal
Bracelet: stainless steel
Type of clasp: deployant buckle
Diameter: 45mm
Length: 49mm
Height: 17,2mm
Movement type: automatic
Year of Manufacture: 1972
Stock No.: PTV2315
Overall condition: 8 - worn regularly - light signs of wear
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