An excellent example of the Eterna-Matic 1000, with scarce grey dial that really makes this watch stand out.  Model reference 1331T

HOW DO WE DATE THIS WATCH?

From the serial number on the movement we can accurately date this watch to being made in 1971.

CONDITION

In our opinion Eterna-Matic watches like this one are currently undervalued, especially when compared to Longines and Omega who would have been competitors in period.  You have a good sized stainless steel case, with screw down case back, housing an in-house movement from the company that went on to become ETA (as used in many Omega and Longines since!).  This movement is the calibre 1489, an automatic 17 jewel item that is nicely finished.  It also has quick set date, operable by pulling the crown outwards and this is working well, as is the rest of the watch.  The crown is signed with the five ball bearing logo, and slightly recessed into the case.  Also signed is the crystal, right in the centre with the same logo.  The dial is the highlight among all this niceness though.  The grey is a treat, it is very clean and the white hands also create a strong contrast to make this very legible.  The tritium lume plot at nine is missing, but it also looks like it was never there – there is no shadow or mark indicating it has come away.  The leather strap is new, and could be swapped for a different colour if preferred (but this is an excellent match!).

This watch will be supplied with our branded presentation box and our Certificate of Authenticity.

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​SIZE

Width with crown  35.8 mm

Width without crown  34.6 mm

Between lugs  19 mm

Lug to lug length  39.3 mm

Case Thickness  9.8 mm

All sizes are approximate.

Included with this watch is a 3 month guarantee and free delivery to UK addresses.  If you live outside the UK we can still deliver to most countries.  Please see our Worldwide Shipping information, or Contact Us.   Payment can be made by most credit or debit cards, bank transfer or PayPal.

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