The ETA 2824-2 is a renowned Swiss automatic mechanical watch movement from ETA SA (Swatch Group), celebrated for its reliability and widespread use in mid-range timepieces since the 1950s base design. Known as “the workhorse of the industry,” it powers brands like Tissot, Hamilton, and Certina, offering hours, minutes, seconds, and date functions with a power reserve of about 38-42 hours.
Key Specifications
Dimensions: 25.6mm diameter (11.5 lignes), 4.6mm thick, 17-25 jewels depending on grade.
Frequency: 28,800 vph (4Hz), ensuring smooth seconds sweep.
Features: Hacking seconds (stops for precise setting), bidirectional automatic rotor, Incabloc shock protection, and quick-set date.
History and Variants
Introduced in the 1970s as an evolution of the ETA 2821 manual-wind caliber, the 2824-2 added automatic winding via a ball-bearing rotor. Grades range from Standard (17 jewels) to Elabore, Top (Nivachron balance), and Chronometer (COSC-certified). Production continues despite Swatch’s 2020s “eta-nomics” restrictions favoring in-house calibers.
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