…were offered in 1981 by JLC only recently taken over by a Franco-German conglomerate with no deep connection to watchmaking. The caliber 602 (later possibly caliber 601) reflected state of the art miniaturization and power management. The 601 offered amazing 5 years battery life in a movement small
Curved tonneau case with domed crystal. Big applied Breguet numerals on a champagne colored dial and cathedral style hands. Hinged case back. Cal 9’ 94, adjusted in 5 pos. At 23mm x 42mm and 8.5mm, wears surprisingly pretty big. Wouldn’t it be interesting if VC still made watches like this?
The most famous Alpine certainly is the A 110. But it was not the first one, by far. The A 106 was the first one, issued in 1955. Isn't it lovely? Best, Nicolas
when Patek calls, you answer 😀I was hesitant first to be honest due to the size. I wish the current calatrava cases were a tiny bit smaller. I also notice the price increase is real since I requested this watch 2 years ago. Changed it on a denim PP strap and deployant buckle. Love it.