Nivada Compensamatic 1965
17 Jewels
Caliber AS ST 1802/03 17J
Case back 36044
Gold tone with silvered dial
Raised numbers to the quarters and batons the rest, in gold tone
Diameter 32 mm excluding the crown
Nivada SA, Grenchen, founded by Jacob Schneider 1926 in Grenchen, Switzerland. The Nivada Compensamatic was a popular watch model introduced by the Swiss watchmaker Nivada in the 1950s.
The watch was known for its accuracy and reliability, thanks in part to its unique Compensamatic system.
The Compensamatic technology in their watches was a solution to the problem of temperature fluctuations affecting the accuracy of timekeeping. The Compensamatic system used a bi-metallic balance wheel that was sensitive to temperature changes and automatically adjusted the rate of the watch to maintain accuracy.
The first Nivada Compensamatic watch was the Antarctic, which was released in 1958. The Antarctic had a distinctive, rugged design that made it popular with explorers and adventurers. It was also waterproof and shock-resistant, making it a reliable watch for outdoor activities.
Over the years, NIVADA expanded its Compensamatic line to include other models such as the Chronomaster, Depthomatic, and Skymaster. These watches were known for their accuracy and durability, and were often used by professionals in the fields of aviation, diving, and scientific research.
Nivada success with the Compensamatic technology continued into the 1960s and 1970s, but the company eventually went bankrupt in the 1980s. However, the legacy of the NIVADA Compensamatic lives on, and vintage models are highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts around the world.
Condition
All watches are categorised as brand new, preloved and so on. Vintage watches are shown as they are. For new watches we use some manufacturers' promotional pictures, but any limited edition numbers shown are those of the actual watch.
What we do and don't do
Each watch is fully inspected and is working as it should: hands turn freely, the date changes where fitted, and the watch winds. To bring you great prices we do not service every watch, and we recommend you do so regularly to keep it in good working order.
We bench test each watch for timekeeping and accept a tolerance of two minutes either way. If you have any concerns we are happy to send you a TIMEGRAPH reading with a picture of your watch in test. Some of the more expensive watches have been serviced by third party specialists, and where that is the case the service record is supplied with the watch and shown on the product page.
Watches are not tested for functionality and timekeeping over longer periods of time. For this reason, long-term performance is excluded from our warranty once the returns window has closed. This does not affect your statutory rights.
We aim to supply vintage watches in the best possible condition, but some wear must be expected due to age. This is shown in the pictures supplied. Please ask if you would like more pictures of any particular feature.
