The Eterna Calibre 1116 stands as a hallmark of mid-20th-century Swiss horology, cherished by vintage watch enthusiasts and hobbyist watchmakers for its robust construction and timeless reliability.
Historical Context
Introduced in the 1940s, the Eterna 1116 emerged during Eterna’s push toward precision engineering post-World War II. This manual-wind calibre powered countless dress and field watches, embodying the brand’s reputation for clean, efficient design. Collectors prize it for its role in affordable luxury timepieces from the 1950s and 1960s, often found in well-preserved vintage Eterna models.
Technical Specifications
Type: Manual wind, high-grade (often denoted 1116H)
Jewels: 17
Diameter: 26.6 mm (11.75 lignes)
Height: 4.6 mm
Frequency: 18,000 vph (5 Hz)
Power reserve: Approximately 44 hours
Functions: Sweep seconds; sub-seconds in some variants
Balance: Glucydur with flat hairspring
Shock protection: Eterna-U system
Mounting: Stem height 2.4 mm; mounting height 1.7 mm
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