Favre-Leuba Sea Chief Geneve
The Favre-Leuba Sea Chief Geneve represents the golden age of Swiss dive watch manufacturing. From one of Switzerland's oldest watch brands, this model combines robust construction with elegant design elements.
Key Features:
- Classic Swiss dive watch design
- Automatic movement
- Water-resistant case
- Date complication
- Original dive bezel
- Acrylic crystal
- Luminous markers
- Signed crown
- Original bracelet
Technical Specifications:
Movement: Swiss automatic caliber
Case: Stainless steel construction
Crystal: Period-correct acrylic
Dial: Classic dive layout
Water Resistance: Original specifications
Bracelet: Original steel design
Historical Context:
Favre-Leuba, founded in 1737, is one of Switzerland's oldest watch manufacturers. The Sea Chief line represented their entry into the growing dive watch market of the 1960s, combining their traditional expertise with modern diving requirements.
Distinctive Features:
- Classic dive watch proportions
- Period-correct finishing
- Original dial design
- Vintage lume patina
- Signed FL crown
- Swiss craftsmanship
Vintage Appeal:
- Original configuration
- Classic dive aesthetics
- Swiss heritage
- Period-correct details
- Growing collector interest
Condition Details:
This example is presented in excellent vintage condition. The automatic movement has been professionally serviced, and all functions operate smoothly. The case retains its original finishing, and the dial shows an attractive, even patina.
Complete Package:
- Original bracelet
- Service documentation
- Period-correct box
- Historical information
- Service history
Investment Appeal:
- Historical Swiss brand
- Growing vintage market
- Classic dive design
- Original components
- Affordable entry point
Perfect For:
This timepiece is ideal for collectors seeking an authentic piece of Swiss diving history at an accessible price point. Its combination of heritage, design, and condition makes it an excellent addition to any vintage collection.
Notable Features:
- Original Sea Chief design
- Swiss automatic movement
- Classic dive watch elements
- Authentic vintage patina
- Historical significance