Nivada Grenchen - Croton Chronomaster (Aviator Sea Diver) Only Book

Andy K

I also really like the earlier ones. The book will be a huge help to collectors because of the overwhelming number of dial variations plus all the movements. I had this one and sold it last year, would love another someday:

Dan S

Nice, a pre-CHRONOMASTER example.

SpeedTar

My last entry just landed, CASD Chronograph Venus 210. The bezel has slight green reflection so I like it a bit much!!

harrymai86

Here is one with V92 and a crazed crystal. I think it is quite well proportional on medium size wrist like mine, fitted on a generic jubilee bracelet

grizzlycanuck

Here is one of mine, a V210. I'm looking forward to the book as well

grizzlycanuck

Nice generic jubilee, I wouldn't mind one of those, where did you score it? 😁

lowen

Very interesting thread, and thanks to @SpeedTar for the idea.

Many questions, many different and nice models here...

You will find a lot of information in this new book. In particular and for the first time, you will discover how to understand the many references and each of their specific components.

We really enjoyed working on this book, and we were absolutely amazed by the number of versions (more than 30 references and 50 different dials...!). Now we are very excited and we hope you will have as fun as we had reading it!

Just a few words about prices...
We don’t write books with this objective, but it seems quite logical to see prices going up with more information, more transparency, and a deeper knowledge.

My personal opinion is that the prices of specific and rare models that are totally misunderstood and undervalued today should rise significantly. Same for models in extremely good conditions. But poor quality and/or very common models won’t be affected and will remain at their current price. So... no big news here... that’s how the vintage market is already working, or should work!

Rarity, quality, design & condition are the 4 key factors.

chronoboy64

Today I got my pre chronomaster from US which was a longer journey. It seems to be all original incl. the bigger hour hand, pushers and crown. Only a quick shot how it came out of customs.
Huge Thanks to @SpeedTar for your Inspiration !

Flatfoot

I bought this later reference CASD with VJ 23 around 1991, and wore it rather steadily for 10 years. I liked the watch then and still do. The lollipop chrono hand is just plain cool, IMHO. I believe that this watch was originally delivered to Europe and not the USA based on the " Nivada Grenchen Oranus" text on the dial.

The watch represents to me somewhat of the initial "gateway drug" , in terms of its kindling and developing my interest in older chronographs. This image was taken just before having it serviced - including a desperately needed crystal polish, which really opened up the look of the dial and hands. Following that service, and fitting a new strap, I gave it to my youngest son (27) who now wears it frequently. I look forward to seeing the book and hope that values of these watches remain realistic and attainable for others.