Atlantic - Calatrava Automatic Date - No reserve price - Men - 1960-1969

Atlantic Calatrava Automatic Date – Silver Dial – Gold-Plated Case – 34 mm

An elegant vintage Swiss automatic timepiece, this Atlantic combines classic Calatrava-style proportions with a softly aged silver dial and warm gold-plated case. Sculpted applied hour markers, pointed hands and a framed date window give the design a refined character, while its automatic movement adds the enduring appeal of traditional mechanical watchmaking.

Technical Details

Brand: Atlantic

Model: Calatrava-style Automatic Date, with “Tevomatic” dial signature

Case: Gold-plated case

Diameter: 34 mm, excluding the crown

Crystal: Acrylic

Dial: Silver dial with age-related patina

Hour markers: Applied golden faceted markers with a dotted outer minute track

Hands: Golden pointed hour and minute hands with central seconds

Movement: Swiss automatic mechanical movement

Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds and date

Date: Framed window positioned at 3 o’clock

Case back: Solid screw-down back

Water resistance: Not tested

Strap: Generic leather strap with contrasting stitching

Wrist size: Suitable for a wrist of up to approximately 21 cm

Accessories: Supplied with a generic presentation box

Condition Report

Grade B – Good condition, with signs of use consistent with age.

The case displays scratches, surface marks and visible wear to the gold plating, particularly around the edges and lugs, where areas of plating loss are apparent. The case back shows scratches and scattered spotting. The silver dial presents age-related patina, discolouration and small marks, while the hands and applied markers also show traces of ageing. The leather strap displays light signs of use. Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an essential part of the condition description.

Water resistance has not been tested. Contact with water should therefore be avoided unless the watch is professionally pressure-tested and resealed.

Story & Heritage

The appeal of a classic vintage dress watch lies in its balance: a carefully proportioned case, a clear dial and details that reward closer inspection. This Atlantic expresses that approach through its slender bezel, tapered lugs and sculptural golden hour markers.

Across the silver dial, each applied marker catches the light differently, bringing depth to an otherwise restrained composition. The flowing Atlantic signature adds an elegant flourish, while the framed date window provides a practical counterpoint at 3 o’clock. The patina gives the surface a softer, warmer appearance that complements the golden case.

Inside, the Swiss automatic movement draws winding energy from the motion of the wearer. That interaction is part of the pleasure of a mechanical watch—a traditional mechanism accompanying the ordinary gestures of daily life.

With its modest 34 mm diameter and classic leather strap, this Atlantic offers an understated presence on the wrist. Its combination of vintage proportions, distinctive dial furniture and automatic winding makes it an appealing choice for someone who appreciates the quiet elegance of traditional Swiss watch design.

Internal Reference Number - Xtm. 241