Vintage Solar Dive Chronograph Ref 2046 38mm Steel Tritium Swiss 60s Watch 20ATM

$ 369.6

Seller Warranty: No Water Resistance: Not Water Resistant Lug Width: 20 mm Band Color: Red With Original Box/Packaging: No Band/Strap: Two-Piece Strap Vintage: Yes Number of Jewels: 17 Jewels Display: Analog With Papers: No With Service Records: No Case Size: 38 mm With Manual/Booklet: No Style: Diver Watch Shape: Round Caseback: Screwback Strap Colour: Silver Features: Chronograph, Acrylic Crystal, Swiss Made Case Color: Silver color: Black Indices: Baton Indexes Dial Colour: Silver Bezel Color: Black Case Colour: Silver Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Movement: Mechanical (Manual) Bezel Colour: Black Brand: Solar Year Manufactured: 1960-1969 Country of Origin: Switzerland width: 20 mm Handmade: No Reference Number: 2046 Dial Color: Silver

Description

Vintage Solar Dive Chronograph Ref 2046 38mm Steel Tritium Swiss 60s Watch 20ATM. For sale is a quintessential late 1960s survivor: aSolar Ref. 2046 "Skin Diver" style chronograph. Reference: 2046. Size: 38mm (excluding crown). For sale is a quintessential late 1960s survivor: a Solar Ref. 2046 "Skin Diver" style chronograph . This timepiece represents a fascinating intersection of Canadian retail history and Swiss horological muscle. Branded for Eaton’s , Canada’s legendary department store giant, this watch was commissioned from top-tier Swiss makers, offering the same build quality and "catalog" case DNA found in the highly coveted models of the era. This isn't just a department store watch; it’s a rugged tool watch built to impressive specifications. Housed in a solid stainless steel case with a versatile 38mm diameter , it features a striking bi-compax layout with a bold red central chronograph hand. The dial is a masterclass in functional design, featuring a rotating diver’s bezel, Tachymeter and Telemeter tracks, and applied block indices. With its 20mm lug width , this vintage gem is a "strap monster," ready to be paired with your favorite leather or NATO bands. Key Features: Brand: Solar (Eaton’s Department Store Private Label) Reference: 2046 Era: Late 1960s (indicated by the "Waterproof" caseback) Movement: Manual Wind Swiss Chronograph (Valjoux 7733 or Landeron 248) Case Material: Solid Stainless Steel (not plated) Size: 38mm (excluding crown) Lug Width: 20mm Water Resistance Rating: 20 ATM (200m / 660ft) Lume: Original Tritium ("T SWISS MADE T") with warm vanilla patina Crystal: Domed Acrylic