Eterna 1319: A Vintage Automatic Gem
The Eterna Calibre 1319, launched in 1951, represents a pinnacle of mid-20th-century Swiss horology, blending reliability with innovative automatic winding for vintage watch enthusiasts and hobbyist watchmakers. Produced during Eterna’s golden era of self-winding movements, this calibre powered elegant dress watches and endures as a serviceable classic today.
Historical Context
Eterna pioneered rotor automatics with ball-bearing designs in the 1940s-50s, evolving from calibres like the 1248. The 1319 emerged post-World War II, reflecting the brand’s focus on smooth, bi-directional winding amid Switzerland’s mechanical renaissance. Hobbyists prize it for its compact form and parts availability through specialist suppliers.
Technical Specifications
Size: 9.25 lignes (20.8 mm diameter), 5.5 mm height
Jewels: 17
Type: Automatic with bi-directional rotor
Frequency: 18,000 vph (5 Hz)
Power Reserve: Approximately 39 hours
Balance: Glucydur screwed balance, Nivarox hairspring
Shock Protection: Eterna-U system
Functions: Time-only (hours, minutes, center seconds); variants like 1319U feature fixed stud carrier
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