AVIA ‘HORSESHOE’ RARE SHAPE, SWISS 1970s

£330.00 (incl. VAT)

This watch features a 10-micron gold-plated case that’s in great condition, showing minimal wear. It’s been lightly worn and comes with its original leather strap. Plus, we’re throwing in a new strap for free, so you can switch up its style effortlessly.

About Avia

Avia was a Swiss watch watch company. The history of Avia watches goes back to the latter end of the 19th century. They made good mechanical lever movement watches under their own brand name and provided watches and movements for other brands including New York, The Ball Watch company and A Wittnauer.

In 1968 after becoming part of a consortium of watch manufacturers they developed the first quartz digital watch with a LCD (liquid crystal display) and revealed it to the world in 1972. This invention took the watch market by storm and meant that watches of unparalleled accuracy could be mass produced cheaply. This market lead didn’t last long as the technology was easily copied. Eventually Avia was bought out by the Fossil Group who still sell Avia watches today.

Overview

Case and Strap

  • Original case
  • Original crystal
  • Original crown

Dial and Hands

  • Original dial and hands
  • Mirror polished gold hands and indices

Measurements

  • Width w/ Crown: 34mm
  • Width w/o Crown: 32.8mm
  • Height: 34.6mm
  • Thickness: 8mm

Testing Results

  • Testing duration: 1 week
  • Average timekeeping range: 15-30 sec/day

Servicing and Guarantee

The AVIA Horseshoe gents watch is a unique timepiece designed specifically for horse racing enthusiasts. Featuring a horseshoe-shaped case and dial, it boasts a distinctive and appealing aesthetic. Powered by a reliable Swiss Peseux movement, it ensures accurate timekeeping.

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