Manufactured in the late 1940s, this is an Eterna timepiece featuring the esteemed Caliber 852 movement, known as the "Sei-tacche" It is a stainless steel 36mm jumbo waterproof model with a two-tone dial in excellent condition. The "Sei-tacche" model is equipped with a 6-point screw-back case, measuring 36mm, and features the larger Caliber 852 movement that was also used in military models.
The two-tone dial, transitioning from silver to ivory, showcases a balanced all-Arabic design unique to center-seconds watches. The dial's beautifully aged patina exudes a captivating aesthetic, highlighting the splendid taste of the watch. The presence of the watch evokes the essence of the 38mm size characteristic of the expanding colors. Eterna, renowned for its diverse range of variations such as chronographs, military models, and later the Kontiki diver, has been gaining increasing attention in recent years for its exceptional quality and design versatility.*Engraved on the back cover.