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Eterna-matic KonTiki 20 c1968 Automatic Watch, Gay Freres Eterna Bracelet + Box

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Rare & sought-after this timepiece by Eterna-Matic dates back to the year 1968, yet it's in impressively great condition & in excellent working order "KonTiki 20" was named after the KonTiki expedition in 1947: T Heyerdahl & the crew made a raft crossing of the Pacific Ocean from South America to Polynesian islands (hence the case back has a golden raft medallion embossed & in crisp condition) ~~~ 36mm Stainless Steel Case is perfectly proportioned, curving over the wrist with elegant tapered lugs, measuring 45mm (lugs-to-lug length) ~ Domed crystal (which is original) sits above the Aegean / Ocean blue Dial, adorned with silver & black solid baton numerals & original hands, that not only match but nicely compliment the colour of the dial Eterna-Matic 5-ball arrangement logo at 12 o'clock (which represents the advanced & efficient "five ball bearings" movement, introduced by Eterna in 1948) The Dial is bearing an "Eterna-Matic" signature underneath the logo, with framed date aperture at 3 o'clock & "KonTiki 20" at 6. ~ Powered by Automatic caliber 1489K Movement, that runs strong & accurate ~ Joint to its original full-sized Gay-Freres Eterna sturdy S/Steel Bracelet The "beads of rice" bracelet alone is highly desirable, featuring KH end pieces & retaining all original links with deployment clasp signed & hallmarked Gay-Freres was founded in 1835, first producing gold chain for pocket watches & jewellery, their bracelet designs nowadays can be seen on many luxury timepieces: AP, Patek Philippe, Rolex, Vacheron Constantine ~~~ This timepiece is an ultimate collector's item, it comes in its original box, accompanied by valuation certificate & 6 months warranty.
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    Stainless Steel
  • Case Shape:
    Round
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  • Case Dimensions:
    Diameter: 1.42 in (36 mm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960
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  • Seller Location:
    MELBOURNE, AU
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3412220748212
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