Vintage Eterna-Matic Super KonTiki Diver

The Eterna KonTiki traces its origins to 1958, when the brand created a robust dive watch to commemorate the legendary Kon-Tiki expedition led by Thor Heyerdahl. This Super KonTiki represents a modern interpretation of that foundational design, maintaining the collection's core identity while incorporating contemporary specifications. Eterna's position as a movement manufacturer and supplier to other Swiss brands gives the KonTiki line a technical credibility that extends beyond its adventure-watch marketing narrative.

The 45mm steel case houses Eterna's in-house automatic movement, visible through the exhibition caseback that has become standard on modern KonTiki models. The unidirectional rotating bezel features a black aluminum insert with contrasting white numerals, while the dial maintains the collection's signature broad arrow hour markers filled with cream-colored luminous material. The crown guards and case construction reflect modern dive watch standards, though the overall aesthetic remains faithful to the vintage diving tool watch genre that defined the original 1958 model.

Within Eterna's catalog, the Super KonTiki occupies the brand's flagship position, representing their most recognizable model line in a competitive Swiss dive watch market. The contemporary KonTiki models have found favor among collectors who appreciate the brand's movement-making heritage and the watch's connection to genuine exploration history. Pricing positions these watches as accessible alternatives to more established dive watch manufacturers, though Eterna's relatively modest market presence means the KonTiki remains primarily appreciated by informed enthusiasts rather than mainstream luxury consumers.