Marvin 160 Watch Spare Parts: Specialist Guide for Collectors and Watchmakers
The Marvin 160 is a Swiss manual wind movement produced around the 1950s, appreciated for its compact tonneau-shaped design and reliable mechanics. Featuring a hand wind mechanism and lever escapement, the calibre measures 5.5 x 7 lignes (12.2 x 15.5 mm), operates at 18,000 vibrations per hour (vph), and has 17 jewels. It delivers a power reserve of 36 hours with a robust build, firmly placed in vintage Swiss watchmaking tradition.
Key Technical Specifications
Calibre: Marvin 160
Type: Manual wind, lever escapement
Shape: Tonneau/form (5.5 x 7 ligne, 12.2 x 15.5 mm)
Height: 3.6 mm
Jewels: 17
Frequency: 18,000 vph
Power Reserve: 36 hours
Lift Angle: 51°
Complications: Time only (no seconds, no date)
Production Era: ~1950 Switzerland
Common Spare Parts
Balance Assembly & Staff: Critical for stable oscillation and time accuracy
Mainspring & Barrel: Ensures consistent power delivery; prefer NOS Swiss parts
Stem & Setting Lever: For manual winding and crown-time setting
Gear Train Wheels: Including center, third, fourth, and escape wheels
Pallet Fork & Escape Wheel: Essential for escapement reliability
Jewels & Bearings: 17-jewel configuration for reduced friction and wear
Hands: Vintage style, often time-only without seconds hand
Case Clamps & Screws: Secure movement inside form case
Maintenance and Sourcing Tips
Verify the 160 calibre marking for correct part compatibility
Source Marvin or Election 275A NOS parts, as Election 275A is mechanically identical
Use watchmakers familiar with Swiss manual form calibres for accurate servicing
Importance of Genuine Spare Parts
Maintains mechanical reliability and historical accuracy
Supports preservation and restoration of classic Swiss tonneau watches
Ensures proper performance and collector value
Authentic Marvin 160 spare parts are crucial for preserving the legacy and functionality of these elegant Swiss watches, prized by collectors worldwide.
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Stem, Crown, Hands & Spares might be available for this movement.
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