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ETA 2824-2

Probable

Among the most widely used Swiss automatics ever made, supplied in several grades (Standard through Chronomètre) that differ in regulation, finishing and balance rather than in architecture. Grade is a specification claim that a movement's appearance alone rarely settles.

Specifications

Movement manufacturer
ETA
Frequency
28,800 vph (4 Hz)
Jewels
25
Power reserve
38 hours
Diameter
25.6 mm
Height
4.6 mm
Winding
automatic
Complications
Centre seconds · Quickset date

Architecture

Automatic with bidirectional winding, quickset date and an index-regulated balance.

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Provenance of this record

Sources & Evidence

Secondary sourceCollector research

Ranfft Watch Movement Archive

Dr. Roland Ranfft (archived and maintained by volunteers)

Accessed
2026-08-18

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