Eterna-matic KonTiki 20 c1968 Automatic

Eterna-matic KonTiki 20 c1968 Automatic

Creator: Eterna
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Strap Material: Stainless Steel
Case Shape: Round
Movement: Automatic
Case Dimensions: Diameter: 1.42 in (36 mm)
Style: Retro
Place of Origin: Switzerland
Period: 1960-1969
Date of Manufacture: 1960
Condition: Good. In original box.

Rare & sought-after this timepiece
by Eterna-Matic dates back to the year 1968,
yet its 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)
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36mm Stainless Steel Case is perfectly proportioned,
curving over the wrist
with elegant tapered lugs,
measuring 45mm (lugs-to-lug length)
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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.
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Powered by Automatic caliber 1489K Movement,
that runs strong & accurate
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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
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This timepiece is an ultimate collectors item,
it comes in its original box,
accompanied by valuation certificate &
6 months warranty.
Condition Report: See Description