Swiss Zeno-Watch Basel Retro Carre Winder Manual Winding Watch 6164-6-a1
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Coin-edge Bezel: This is the most visually striking feature of this watch. Such delicate knurling was very popular in pilot's watches in the early 20th century. Besides its decorative purpose, it was also originally designed to make it easier for pilots to operate while wearing gloves.
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For collectors, manual winding offers a more direct feel of the mainspring's power feedback, and such watches often feature the famous Unitas 6497/6498 movement (originally a pocket watch movement, known for its robustness, durability, and prominent gear train sound).
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Small Seconds: The small seconds sub-dial at 6 o'clock gives the central seconds hand layout a more vintage feel, reducing dial clutter and adding a sense of professional instrumentation.
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Cushion Case Lines: Although generally round, its lugs are very solidly crafted, paired with a polished stainless steel case, giving it a touch of gentlemanly elegance amidst its rugged military style.
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Zeno-Watch Basel is an independent Swiss brand renowned for producing professional pilot's watches.
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Their characteristic is "large." Zeno was already making large-sized pilot's watches before large case diameters became popular.
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The brand insists on assembly in Basel, Switzerland. Compared to mainstream large group brands, Zeno has more of a "traditional watchmaking workshop" character, and its value for money among Swiss mechanical watches is also relatively high.
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