Founded in 1856 in Grange, ETA ETA, which stands for Elegance, Technology, Accuracy, was originally a watch manufacturer, not just a movement manufacturer. ETA was initially named "Girard" & Schild, then Eterna in 1906. In 1932, the Eterna factory split in two: one entity, Eterna SA, was dedicated to the marketing of finished watches, and the other, ETA, was dedicated to ébauches (the individual components that make up the movement). The Swiss manufacturer ETA merged in 1978 with ASUAG, a group of Swiss watchmakers, and then in 1983, ASUAG and SSIH were forced by their banks to merge. This merger created a new holding company, the Swatch Group. ETA is currently the leading movement producer in Switzerland, supplying all the watch brands within the Swatch Group, as well as other brands such as our own. The Swiss manufacturer ETA now produces 75% of Swiss mechanical movements.. The quality of its movements has enabled the current renown of many watchmaking houses.
The specific features of the ETA 2824-2 movement
The Swiss ETA caliber 2824 was launched in 1972, and from 1982 onwards, it underwent significant improvements and numerous modifications: the number of jewels increased from 17 to 25, with frequencies ranging from 18,000 to 36,000 vibrations per hour. Renowned for its reliability, precision, and longevity, the ETA 2824-2 movement is a symbol of quality and a true classic in the watchmaking industry.
- Thickness : 4.6 mm
- Diameter : 25.6 mm
- Ruby : 25 Rubies
- pendulum frequency : 28,800 cycles per hour, 4 Hz
- Display : Hour, minute, and second are centered
- Precision : ~ 12 seconds per day
- Power reserve : 42 hours
Charlie Paris watches with the ETA 2824-2 movement?
There first edition of our automatic watch Concordia used ETA 2824-2 movements. At Charlie Paris, our mission is to offer you watches that are both understated and remarkable, with excellent value for money and a responsible manufacturing. This is why we started thinking about an alternative because these movements are becoming increasingly complex to find and the prices that traders charge us are increasing drastically year after year, while ETA competitors are producing increasingly efficient mechanisms.
After lengthy discussions with various manufacturers, SOPROD and its P024 movement won our trust. A rapidly expanding manufacturer, SOPROD designs calibers renowned for their reliability, precision, and quality of execution.
There Concordia Automatic The Charlie Paris watch embodies the perfect balance between sophistication and robustness. Equipped with a high-quality automatic movement, this timepiece ensures remarkable precision while offering a 42-hour power reserve. Case Crafted from 316L stainless steel, its sapphire crystal and screw-down crown guarantee 30 ATM water resistance and exceptional durability, ideal for modern explorers. Its sleek design and meticulous finishing make it an elegant accessory for any occasion.There Concordia An automatic watch is much more than just a timepiece: it is a reliable companion, combining technical performance and timeless aesthetics.
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