An important part of horological history, the inivative Eterna brand dates back to 1856 and developed one of the best automatic movements of all time that evolved into the ETA movements still used today by the most respected watch manufacturers. This example is from 1967 is in excellent condition.

Dial and hands are in very good condition with just a little aging.

The 20 micron gold plated case shows very little signs of wear. There is a little brassing on the tips of the lugs. It is stylish, only 10mm thick, quite thin for an automatic with date and sweep hand.

The glass is original, perspex and has the eterna logo as a watermark in the center. 

The strap is new, quality leather, been on a wrist once and that was mine to take the pic shown here.

The eterna 1489K automatic wind movement is a refined version of the ETA autos that Eterna produced for other manufacturers. It has been professionally overhauled and performs faultlessly. There is a quick date change mechanism that operates by pulling out the crown to the second position.

Calibre No. - 1489K
Case No. - 438T 
Serial No. - 5678778

Customer satisfaction is our priority.

This watch has been professionally overhauled and is guaranteed for 90 from the date of purchase. 

If there is any problem with your purchase, please contact us and it will be sorted or your money will be refunded.

Water resistance and accidental damage is not guaranteed.

Overhaul/Service explained

I am often asked about what an overhaul entails. So I have started adding a photo of the movement, disassembled ready to go through the cleaning machine. All old dried up lubricants, crud and anything else that shouldn't be there is cleaned away. Then, it is reassembled, lubricated, adjustments made and regulated.

International buyers; Postage cost includes insurance. The purchaser is responsible for any import duty and/or taxes. Please be aware that, in recent times, international postage is experiencing longer than usual delays. 

About vintage mechanical watches:

A vintage mechanical watch will not perform like a modern quartz (electronic) watch. It is not ideal as a daily wearer. It should be treated for what it is, something old, classical and special.  Treat it as you would a vintage car - not ideal to use as a “daily driver”. Keep it in the condition at which you bought it and it will hold or, indeed, increase its value. Use it every day and it will go backwards.

 About Me:

I am a born again watchmaker! I finished my apprenticeship in 1973 having completed technical training at the RMIT, Melbourne. In the early 80s I went into retail (jewellery and watches). About 25 years ago I realised that the watches that once were common had become rare and I began to appreciate their beauty both aesthetically and mechanically. That’s when I started collecting classics. When covid hit, I retired from retail, set up a workshop at home, regained my skills and am now restoring classics with a passion.