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Nivada Grenchen Antarctic Diver

32038A16

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  • CollectionAntarctic
    SeriesAntarctic Diver
    Model No32038A16
  • Movement
    Features Date
    Movement Automatic
    Calibre Soprod P024
    Case
    Case Size 38 mm
    Case Thickness 12.9 mm
    Case Shape Round
    Case Material Steel & Ceramic
    Bezel Bi-directional Rotating Bezel
    Lug Width 20 mm
    Glass Material Sapphire Crystal
    Dial
    Luminosity On Hands, Hour Markers & Bezel
    Dial Colour Black
    Hands Baton
    Indexes Baton
    Strap
    Strap Material Leather
    Strap Colour Brown
    Interchangeable Strap Yes
    Clasp Type Pin Buckle
    Buckle/Clasp Material Steel
    Other
    Gender Men
    Water Resistance (M) 200
    Warranty Period 2 Years
    Country of Origin Switzerland

About the Nivada Grenchen Antarctic Collection

Founded in Grenchen, Switzerland, Nivada Grenchen began producing timepieces that were both durable and innovative, making them a trusted brand for adventurers and explorers. Their Antarctic line, launched in 1950, quickly became a staple due to its connection with the American Navy’s Deep Freeze 1 Task Force. The watch was designed to endure the harshest environments, ensuring reliable performance in sub-zero temperatures and rugged terrains. The watch’s popularity grew after its successful performance during Operation Deep Freeze. This made the Antarctic an emblem of toughness and precision, qualities that continue to define Nivada Grenchen today.

Design And Iterations

Over the years, the brand have introduced several iterations of the Antarctic. One of the most significant reissues is the Super Antarctic, which maintains the core design elements of the vintage Antarctic model but incorporates modern materials and technologies. The case diameter of the Super Antarctic is kept at 38mm, staying true to the size of classic watches. The dial retains the original matte black finish but now offers Super-LumiNova for the markers and hands. The unique lollipop hour hand and large sword-style minute hands harks back to the original Antarctic models. The Spider Salmon iteration features a salmon-coloured dial with a distinctive spider-web texture that plays with light, offering a dynamic yet subtle aesthetic.

The 3.6.9 iteration, on the other hand, focuses on clarity and practicality, with large Arabic numerals at three, six, and nine o’clock. Its minimalist design harks back to the utilitarian field watches of the mid-20th century. Perhaps the most playful iteration in the collection is the Keep Frozen, which is a modern nod to the Antarctic’s rugged origins in scientific expeditions.This version includes a whimsical touch on the dial, featuring the words “Keep Frozen” just above the six o’clock position, a direct reference to the icy conditions the original Antarctic was designed to withstand.

Nivada Grenchen Antarctic

ABOUT THE MOVEMENT

Founded in 1996 and a subsidiary of the Festina Group since 2008, Soprod is a renowned Swiss movement manufacturer. One of its notable creations introduced in 2020, the P024 calibre, is an equivalent of ETA 2824. It carries a modular design and therefore, can be customised to specific requirements. Its self-winding mechanism operates at 28,800 beats per hour (bph) to efficiently run hacking seconds and date functions while providing a 38-hour power reserve. Additionally, the P024 calibre is equipped with 25  to 26 jewels and has a shock absorber for the balance wheel. 

    • Brand Nivada Grenchen
    • Reference Soprod P024
    • Movement Automatic
    • Display Analog
    • Power Reserve Approx. 38 hours
    • Jewels 25
    • Frequency 28800 bph

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