Key Features
1960’s AVELTA wristwatch with a fully stainless steel case in rare condition that looks almost brand new! This timepiece is a pleasant size and shape, the lugs embrace the wrist and sit well, making it comfortable to wear. The dial has a distinctive and attractive layout, with an eye-catching two-tone silver and black combination and green accents. The lume triangles with printed numerals over the lume is a typical French design feature – and they still glow nicely.
About Avelta
Mr Édouard Chemla created the Avelta brand in the 1960’s at 6 rue de Maréchal Fayolle in Marseille. The history of the brand seems to have become lost in time, although their beautiful watches still remain. All the components have been French-made, and the quality in many aspects is usually better than Swiss products of the same grade level.
Servicing and Guarantee
This timepiece has been serviced with full disassembly in our Bristol workshop. There is a 12-month guarantee, subject to the usage and care guidelines. Comes with a black nylon strap.
Overview
Case and Strap
- Original, circular case.
- Stainless steel.
- Acrylic crystal.
- Stainless steel screw caseback.
- Dust-proof.
- Black nylon strap.
Dimensions:
- Width w/o crown 35 mm.
- Width w/ crown 37 mm.
- Full height 40 mm.
- Thickness 10 mm.
- Strap width 18 mm.
Dial and Hands
- Original, two-tone silver and black dial.
- Indices with lume.
- Black Arabic numerals 3, 6, 9, 12 printed on lume.
- “Avelta” signature.
- Small simple seconds subdial in crosshair design.
- Silver-tone ‘block’ style hands with yellow lume.
Movement
- French-made movement.
- FE 233-60 caliber.
- 15 jewels.
- Manual winding.
- Bigula shockproof type.
- Satin-brushed plates and bridges and wheels.
Testing Results
- Testing duration: 2 weeks cyclic test.
- Average timekeeping range: 20-40 sec/day.
Servicing and Guarantee
- Fully serviced with disassembly in our Bristol shop.
- Mechanics in full working order.
- 12-month guarantee.
- Black nylon strap.
- Guarantee Terms and Conditions.
Links and Resources:
About the AVELTA Watch Brand (coming soon).
