2.1217 XL AURORE ‘PRECISION’ GMT-TACHYMETER DIVER 43mm, FRANCE 1970s

£450.00

This Aurore tool/diver watch is a striking example of late-1960s/early-1970s multi-function tool-watch design, combining bold aesthetics with serious functionality. Compressor style dual-crown case, rotating outer bezel, inner rotating bezel.

Key features

  • XL size tool watch, outer bezel diameter is 43 mm
  • Adjustable world timer outer bezel, fixed outer Tachymeter bezel
  • Inner bezel for diving time duration, operated by top winding crown
  • Cherry-red dial in near-mint condition
  • Manual France Ebauche movement, all made in France
  • Quick date change by turning hands back to 10pm
  • Please mind all vintage watches are not suitable for real diving
  • 12-month movement warranty is applied, see Terms and Conditions

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Case and Strap

  • Chrome plated case body, stainless steel caseback, acrylic crystal
  • Double rotating bezel system, inner bezel turns with the top crown
  • New black rubber strap

Dimensions

  • Width w/ crown 42.8 mm
  • Outer bezel diameter 43 mm
  • Thickness 13 mm
  • Strap width 20 mm

Dial and Hands

  • Original cherry-red sunburst dial, Arabic numerals, painted indices with lume, date window over 3 position
  • Silver-tone block style hands with original mint green lume, central seconds hand

Movement

  • FE-141-2C calibre, made in France, 17 jewels
  • Manual wind, sweep second, 40+ hours power reserve

Testing Results

  • Testing duration: 2 week cyclic test
  • Average timekeeping range: 20-40 sec/day

Servicing and Warranty

  • Fully serviced with disassembly in our Bristol shop
  • Mechanics in full working order
  • 12-month movement warranty
  • Warranty Terms and Conditions
  • No water resistance warranty
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