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Nivada Antarctic Officially Certified Chronometre (NAOCC)

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	This particular model is part of Nivada’s Antarctic line, which reflects the brand’s support for the US Navy during “Operation Deep Freeze' for IGY in 1957/58 and was very much the top of the line watch for the company. It can be found in steel, gold plate and (very rarely) solid 18k gold. Most notable is the case back with a beautiful gold medallion commemorating the expedition itself. The watch was issued circa 1957/8 and available for a few years, but based on observation, it is a rare thing indeed and very collectible now.		This particular model is part of Nivada’s Antarctic line, which reflects the brand’s support for the US Navy during “Operation Deep Freeze' for IGY in 1957/58 and was very much the top of the line watch for the company. It can be found in steel, gold plate and (very rarely) solid 18k gold. Most notable is the case back with a beautiful gold medallion commemorating the expedition itself. The watch was issued circa 1957/8 and available for a few years, but based on observation, it is a rare thing indeed and very collectible now.

	Most versions seen are powered by the ETA 2452 or 2472, an advanced movement in its day and quite similar to today’s 2824. Although just 18,000 A/h, it features bi-directional winding and “quickset” date (though not crown-set date like modern watches). It was tuned to chronometer specification at the factory, a prime selling point for this watch, similar to the [[Omega Constellation]]s of the same period. The movements carry an engraved 4 digit number unique to each one and corresponding to the certificate accompanying the watch. ~~If you have a NAOCC, please add your details~~ to ~~the serial number list here: [[Nivada Chronometre Serial Numbers]]~~		Most versions seen are powered by the ETA 2452 or 2472, an advanced movement in its day and quite similar to today’s 2824. Although just 18,000 A/h, it features bi-directional winding and “quickset” date (though not crown-set date like modern watches). It was tuned to chronometer specification at the factory, a prime selling point for this watch, similar to the [[Omega Constellation]]s of the same period. The movements carry an engraved 4 digit number unique to each one and corresponding to the certificate accompanying the watch. The rotor also bears engraving regarding setting to 3 positions and temperature.

	The dials are seen brushed, with the larger hour markers and dauphin hands seen on the other Antarctic models. A blue second hand as per the first Antarctic models has been seen on the Rudolphs Dependable examples but most hands are non lume with matching silver or gold second hand. Dials are seen with and without 12 at top and minute markers in Calatrava style. Steel versions also seen with gold markers and hands in early serial numbers. Crown is unsigned certainly in the early models pre 1964.		If you have a NAOCC, please add your details to the serial number list here: [[Nivada Chronometre Serial Numbers]]

			The dials are seen brushed, with the larger hour markers and dauphin hands as seen on the other Antarctic models. A blue second hand as per the first Antarctic models has been seen on the Rudolphs Dependable examples but most hands are non lume with matching silver or gold second hand. Dials are seen with and without 12 at top and minute markers in Calatrava style. Steel versions also seen with gold markers and hands in early serial numbers. Crown is unsigned certainly in the early models pre 1964.

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	==Links==		==Links==
			* [[Nivada Chronometre Serial Numbers]]
	* [[Nivada]]		* [[Nivada]]
	* [[Croton]]		* [[Croton]]

ChronoAdmin at 15:21, 26 March 2024

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	[[File:Rudolph oc.jpg\|thumb\|Rudolph version. Credit IG @viva_schweiz]]		[[File:Rudolph oc.jpg\|thumb\|Rudolph version. Credit IG @viva_schweiz]]
	[[File:Nivada gold chrono 1.jpg\|thumb\|Nivada Antarctic Chronometre Gold]]		[[File:Nivada gold chrono 1.jpg\|thumb\|Nivada Antarctic Chronometre Gold]]
	==Nivada Antarctic Officially Certified Chronometre==		==Nivada Antarctic Officially Certified Chronometre (NAOCC)==
	This particular model is part of Nivada’s Antarctic line, which reflects the brand’s support for the US Navy during “Operation Deep Freeze' for IGY in 1957/58 and was very much the top of the line watch for the company. It can be found in steel, gold plate and (very rarely) solid 18k gold. Most notable is the case back with a beautiful gold medallion commemorating the expedition itself. The watch was issued circa 1957/8 and available for a few years, but based on observation, it is a rare thing indeed and very collectible now.		This particular model is part of Nivada’s Antarctic line, which reflects the brand’s support for the US Navy during “Operation Deep Freeze' for IGY in 1957/58 and was very much the top of the line watch for the company. It can be found in steel, gold plate and (very rarely) solid 18k gold. Most notable is the case back with a beautiful gold medallion commemorating the expedition itself. The watch was issued circa 1957/8 and available for a few years, but based on observation, it is a rare thing indeed and very collectible now.

	Most versions seen are powered by the ETA 2452 or 2472, an advanced movement in its day and quite similar to today’s 2824. Although just 18,000 A/h, it features bi-directional winding and “quickset” date (though not crown-set date like modern watches). It was tuned to chronometer specification at the factory, a prime selling point for this watch, similar to the [[Omega Constellation]]s of the same period. The movements carry an engraved 4 digit number unique to each one and corresponding to the certificate accompanying the watch. If you have a ~~NOCC~~, please add your details to the serial number list here: [[Nivada Chronometre Serial Numbers]]		Most versions seen are powered by the ETA 2452 or 2472, an advanced movement in its day and quite similar to today’s 2824. Although just 18,000 A/h, it features bi-directional winding and “quickset” date (though not crown-set date like modern watches). It was tuned to chronometer specification at the factory, a prime selling point for this watch, similar to the [[Omega Constellation]]s of the same period. The movements carry an engraved 4 digit number unique to each one and corresponding to the certificate accompanying the watch. If you have a NAOCC, please add your details to the serial number list here: [[Nivada Chronometre Serial Numbers]]

	The dials are seen brushed, with the larger hour markers and dauphin hands seen on the other Antarctic models. A blue second hand as per the first Antarctic models has been seen on the Rudolphs Dependable examples but most hands are non lume with matching silver or gold second hand. Dials are seen with and without 12 at top and minute markers in Calatrava style. Steel versions also seen with gold markers and hands in early serial numbers. Crown is unsigned certainly in the early models pre 1964.		The dials are seen brushed, with the larger hour markers and dauphin hands seen on the other Antarctic models. A blue second hand as per the first Antarctic models has been seen on the Rudolphs Dependable examples but most hands are non lume with matching silver or gold second hand. Dials are seen with and without 12 at top and minute markers in Calatrava style. Steel versions also seen with gold markers and hands in early serial numbers. Crown is unsigned certainly in the early models pre 1964.

ChronoAdmin at 15:20, 26 March 2024

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	This particular model is part of Nivada’s Antarctic line, which reflects the brand’s support for the US Navy during “Operation Deep Freeze' for IGY in 1957/58 and was very much the top of the line watch for the company. It can be found in steel, gold plate and (very rarely) solid 18k gold. Most notable is the case back with a beautiful gold medallion commemorating the expedition itself. The watch was issued circa 1957/8 and available for a few years, but based on observation, it is a rare thing indeed and very collectible now.		This particular model is part of Nivada’s Antarctic line, which reflects the brand’s support for the US Navy during “Operation Deep Freeze' for IGY in 1957/58 and was very much the top of the line watch for the company. It can be found in steel, gold plate and (very rarely) solid 18k gold. Most notable is the case back with a beautiful gold medallion commemorating the expedition itself. The watch was issued circa 1957/8 and available for a few years, but based on observation, it is a rare thing indeed and very collectible now.

	Most versions seen are powered by the ETA 2472, an advanced movement in its day and quite similar to today’s 2824. Although just 18,000 A/h, it features bi-directional winding and “quickset” date (though not crown-set date like modern watches). It was tuned to chronometer specification at the factory, a prime selling point for this watch, similar to the [[Omega Constellation]]s of the same period. The movements carry an engraved 4 digit number unique to each one and corresponding to the certificate accompanying the watch. [[Nivada Chronometre Serial Numbers]]		Most versions seen are powered by the ETA 2452 or 2472, an advanced movement in its day and quite similar to today’s 2824. Although just 18,000 A/h, it features bi-directional winding and “quickset” date (though not crown-set date like modern watches). It was tuned to chronometer specification at the factory, a prime selling point for this watch, similar to the [[Omega Constellation]]s of the same period. The movements carry an engraved 4 digit number unique to each one and corresponding to the certificate accompanying the watch. If you have a NOCC, please add your details to the serial number list here: [[Nivada Chronometre Serial Numbers]]

	The dials are seen brushed, with the larger hour markers and dauphin hands seen on the other Antarctic models. A blue second hand as per the first Antarctic models has been seen but most hands are non lume with matching silver or gold second hand. Dials are seen with and without 12 at top and ~~indented~~ minute markers in Calatrava style. Steel versions also seen with gold markers and hands. Crown is unsigned certainly in the early models pre 1964.		The dials are seen brushed, with the larger hour markers and dauphin hands seen on the other Antarctic models. A blue second hand as per the first Antarctic models has been seen on the Rudolphs Dependable examples but most hands are non lume with matching silver or gold second hand. Dials are seen with and without 12 at top and minute markers in Calatrava style. Steel versions also seen with gold markers and hands in early serial numbers. Crown is unsigned certainly in the early models pre 1964.


	The gold one appear to be a no-date version which is perhaps more elegant and formal as befitting its 18k status, and with more simple dial and hand configuration. It is also a later model as indicated by the use of the Nivada logo-style script. What is slightly confusing is the use of Aquamatic rather than Antarctic on the dial!		The gold one appear to be a no-date version which is perhaps more elegant and formal as befitting its 18k status, and with more simple dial and hand configuration. It is also a later model as shown here and indicated by the use of the Nivada logo-style script. What is slightly confusing is the use of Aquamatic rather than Antarctic on the dial!

	These watches were also marketed by Croton in the US and Canada. They do not appear to carry the Croton name however. A version for the Rudolph’s Dependable department store in upstate New York has also been identified but it does appear to carry a certificate number on the movement.		These watches were also marketed by Croton in the US and Canada. They do not appear to carry the Croton name however. A version for the Rudolph’s Dependable department store in upstate New York has also been identified but it does appear to carry a certificate number on the movement.

ChronoAdmin at 21:45, 25 March 2024

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	This particular model is part of Nivada’s Antarctic line, which reflects the brand’s support for the US Navy during “Operation Deep Freeze' for IGY in 1957/58 and was very much the top of the line watch for the company. It can be found in steel, gold plate and (very rarely) solid 18k gold. Most notable is the case back with a beautiful gold medallion commemorating the expedition itself. The watch was issued circa 1957/8 and available for a few years, but based on observation, it is a rare thing indeed and very collectible now.		This particular model is part of Nivada’s Antarctic line, which reflects the brand’s support for the US Navy during “Operation Deep Freeze' for IGY in 1957/58 and was very much the top of the line watch for the company. It can be found in steel, gold plate and (very rarely) solid 18k gold. Most notable is the case back with a beautiful gold medallion commemorating the expedition itself. The watch was issued circa 1957/8 and available for a few years, but based on observation, it is a rare thing indeed and very collectible now.

	Most versions seen are powered by the ETA 2472, an advanced movement in its day and quite similar to today’s 2824. Although just 18,000 A/h, it features bi-directional winding and “quickset” date (though not crown-set date like modern watches). It was tuned to chronometer specification at the factory, a prime selling point for this watch, similar to the [[Omega Constellation]]s of the same period. The movements carry an engraved 4 digit number unique to each one and corresponding to the certificate accompanying the watch.		Most versions seen are powered by the ETA 2472, an advanced movement in its day and quite similar to today’s 2824. Although just 18,000 A/h, it features bi-directional winding and “quickset” date (though not crown-set date like modern watches). It was tuned to chronometer specification at the factory, a prime selling point for this watch, similar to the [[Omega Constellation]]s of the same period. The movements carry an engraved 4 digit number unique to each one and corresponding to the certificate accompanying the watch. [[Nivada Chronometre Serial Numbers]]

	The dials are seen brushed, with the larger hour markers and dauphin hands seen on the other Antarctic models. A blue second hand as per the first Antarctic models has been seen but most hands are non lume with matching silver or gold second hand. Dials are seen with and without 12 at top and indented minute markers in Calatrava style. Steel versions also seen with gold markers and hands. Crown is unsigned.		The dials are seen brushed, with the larger hour markers and dauphin hands seen on the other Antarctic models. A blue second hand as per the first Antarctic models has been seen but most hands are non lume with matching silver or gold second hand. Dials are seen with and without 12 at top and indented minute markers in Calatrava style. Steel versions also seen with gold markers and hands. Crown is unsigned certainly in the early models pre 1964.

Richard at 21:40, 25 March 2024

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	[[File:Rudolph oc.jpg\|thumb\|Rudolph version. Credit IG @viva_schweiz]]		[[File:Rudolph oc.jpg\|thumb\|Rudolph version. Credit IG @viva_schweiz]]
	[[File:Nivada gold chrono 1.jpg\|thumb\|Nivada Antarctic Chronometre Gold]]		[[File:Nivada gold chrono 1.jpg\|thumb\|Nivada Antarctic Chronometre Gold]]
	==Nivada Antarctic Chronometre==		==Nivada Antarctic Officially Certified Chronometre==
	This particular model is part of Nivada’s Antarctic line, which reflects the brand’s support for the US Navy during “Operation Deep Freeze' for IGY in 1957/58 and was very much the top of the line watch for the company. It can be found in steel, gold plate and (very rarely) solid 18k gold. Most notable is the case back with a beautiful gold medallion commemorating the expedition itself. The watch was issued circa 1957/8 and available for a few years, but based on observation, it is a rare thing indeed and very collectible now.		This particular model is part of Nivada’s Antarctic line, which reflects the brand’s support for the US Navy during “Operation Deep Freeze' for IGY in 1957/58 and was very much the top of the line watch for the company. It can be found in steel, gold plate and (very rarely) solid 18k gold. Most notable is the case back with a beautiful gold medallion commemorating the expedition itself. The watch was issued circa 1957/8 and available for a few years, but based on observation, it is a rare thing indeed and very collectible now.

Richard at 21:38, 25 March 2024

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			[[File:Rudolph oc.jpg\|thumb\|Rudolph version. Credit IG @viva_schweiz]]
	[[File:Nivada gold chrono 1.jpg\|thumb\|Nivada Antarctic Chronometre Gold]]		[[File:Nivada gold chrono 1.jpg\|thumb\|Nivada Antarctic Chronometre Gold]]
	==Nivada Antarctic Chronometre==		==Nivada Antarctic Chronometre==

Richard at 21:32, 25 March 2024

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	Most versions seen are powered by the ETA 2472, an advanced movement in its day and quite similar to today’s 2824. Although just 18,000 A/h, it features bi-directional winding and “quickset” date (though not crown-set date like modern watches). It was tuned to chronometer specification at the factory, a prime selling point for this watch, similar to the [[Omega Constellation]]s of the same period. The movements carry an engraved 4 digit number unique to each one and corresponding to the certificate accompanying the watch.		Most versions seen are powered by the ETA 2472, an advanced movement in its day and quite similar to today’s 2824. Although just 18,000 A/h, it features bi-directional winding and “quickset” date (though not crown-set date like modern watches). It was tuned to chronometer specification at the factory, a prime selling point for this watch, similar to the [[Omega Constellation]]s of the same period. The movements carry an engraved 4 digit number unique to each one and corresponding to the certificate accompanying the watch.

	The dials are seen brushed, with the larger hour markers and dauphin hands seen on the other Antarctic models. Dials are seen with and without 12 at top. Steel versions also seen with gold markers and hands. Crown is unsigned.		The dials are seen brushed, with the larger hour markers and dauphin hands seen on the other Antarctic models. A blue second hand as per the first Antarctic models has been seen but most hands are non lume with matching silver or gold second hand. Dials are seen with and without 12 at top and indented minute markers in Calatrava style. Steel versions also seen with gold markers and hands. Crown is unsigned.

Richard at 21:27, 25 March 2024

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	The gold one appear to be a no-date version which is perhaps more elegant and formal as befitting its 18k status, and with more simple dial and hand configuration. It is also a later model as indicated by the use of the Nivada logo-style script. What is slightly confusing is the use of Aquamatic rather than Antarctic on the dial!		The gold one appear to be a no-date version which is perhaps more elegant and formal as befitting its 18k status, and with more simple dial and hand configuration. It is also a later model as indicated by the use of the Nivada logo-style script. What is slightly confusing is the use of Aquamatic rather than Antarctic on the dial!

			These watches were also marketed by Croton in the US and Canada. They do not appear to carry the Croton name however. A version for the Rudolph’s Dependable department store in upstate New York has also been identified but it does appear to carry a certificate number on the movement.

	[[File:Nivada gold chrono 2.jpg\|thumb]]		[[File:Nivada gold chrono 2.jpg\|thumb]]

Richard at 21:22, 25 March 2024

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	[[File:Nivada gold chrono 1.jpg\|thumb\|Nivada Antarctic Chronometre Gold]]		[[File:Nivada gold chrono 1.jpg\|thumb\|Nivada Antarctic Chronometre Gold]]
	==Nivada Antarctic Chronometre==		==Nivada Antarctic Chronometre==
	This particular model is part of Nivada’s Antarctic line, which reflects the brand’s support for the US Navy during “Operation Deep Freeze' for IGY in 1957/58 and was very much the top of the line watch for the company. It can be found in steel and (very rarely) solid 18k gold. Most notable is the case back with a beautiful gold medallion commemorating the expedition itself. The watch was issued circa 1957/8 and available for a few years, but based on observation, it is a rare thing indeed and very collectible now.		This particular model is part of Nivada’s Antarctic line, which reflects the brand’s support for the US Navy during “Operation Deep Freeze' for IGY in 1957/58 and was very much the top of the line watch for the company. It can be found in steel, gold plate and (very rarely) solid 18k gold. Most notable is the case back with a beautiful gold medallion commemorating the expedition itself. The watch was issued circa 1957/8 and available for a few years, but based on observation, it is a rare thing indeed and very collectible now.

	Most versions seen are powered by the ETA 2472, an advanced movement in its day and quite similar to today’s 2824. Although just 18,000 A/h, it features bi-directional winding and “quickset” date (though not crown-set date like modern watches). It was tuned to chronometer specification at the factory, a prime selling point for this watch, similar to the [[Omega Constellation]]s of the same period. The dials are seen brushed, with the larger hour markers and dauphin hands seen on the other Antarctic models.		Most versions seen are powered by the ETA 2472, an advanced movement in its day and quite similar to today’s 2824. Although just 18,000 A/h, it features bi-directional winding and “quickset” date (though not crown-set date like modern watches). It was tuned to chronometer specification at the factory, a prime selling point for this watch, similar to the [[Omega Constellation]]s of the same period. The movements carry an engraved 4 digit number unique to each one and corresponding to the certificate accompanying the watch.

			The dials are seen brushed, with the larger hour markers and dauphin hands seen on the other Antarctic models. Dials are seen with and without 12 at top. Steel versions also seen with gold markers and hands. Crown is unsigned.


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	[[File:Novada medallion rear.jpg\|thumb\|Steel case with gold medallion]]		[[File:Novada medallion rear.jpg\|thumb\|Steel case with gold medallion]]

	[[File:6F5086FB-1A1B-445F-AC98-1BE18CF000F0.jpeg\|thumb\|~~Nivada~~ Catalogue 1960 - from IG @nivadamuseum ]]		[[File:6F5086FB-1A1B-445F-AC98-1BE18CF000F0.jpeg\|thumb\|Croton Catalogue 1960 - from IG @nivadamuseum ]]

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