The ETA 9162 represents an innovative bridge between mechanical and electronic horology from the late 1960s. Introduced in 1969 by ETA (now part of Swatch Group), this movement features an electronically controlled balance motor, marking an early hybrid design in watchmaking. It powered select timepieces during a transitional era when quartz technology loomed large.
Key Specifications
Introduction Year: 1969, coinciding with the quartz revolution’s onset.
Core Technology: Electronically regulated balance wheel with motor control for precise timekeeping.
Functions: Hours, minutes, sweep seconds, and hacking seconds (stops hand for precise setting).
Size and Design: Compact for dress watches, with a focus on reliability in an era of mechanical dominance.
Historical Significance
The ETA 9162 emerged as watchmakers grappled with emerging electronic rivals. Produced by ETA, a powerhouse in Swiss movements, it utilized a sweep second hand for smooth motion akin to mechanical calibers. Though short-lived due to full quartz adoption, it exemplifies transitional engineering, appearing in various 1970s models.
Technical Highlights
Balance Motor: Electronic control enhanced accuracy over pure mechanical oscillators.
Hack Feature: Allows second hand to halt during time-setting, a user-friendly innovation.
Usage Period: Primarily 1969 onward, before quartz fully supplanted hybrids.
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