Sindaco Automatic 17 Jewels (Stainless Steel, Swiss Made) – Rare 1970s Burgundy Sunburst Dress Watch – Collector Overview Model Overview This attractive Sindaco Automatic is an authentic Swiss-made vintage wristwatch dating from the early 1970s, a period celebrated for its bold case designs and vibrant dial finishes. The watch features an eye-catching burgundy sunburst dial housed in a distinctive faceted tonneau-shaped stainless steel case, perfectly reflecting the design language of the era. Powered by a reliable 17-jewel Swiss automatic movement, it offers both mechanical charm and everyday practicality with a framed date display. Lesser-known Swiss brands such as Sindaco often sourced quality Swiss movements while producing watches in relatively small numbers, making surviving examples increasingly appealing to collectors. Brand family : Ronda swiss movement Technical Specifications Brand: Sindaco Model: Automatic Date Movement: Swiss Automatic, 17 Jewels (Ronda-Matic automatic caliber) Country of Manufacture: Switzerland Production Era: Early–mid 1970s Serial / Case Number: 975 (inside caseback) Case Material: Stainless steel Dimensions: Approx. 36–37 mm (excluding crown) Bezel: Integrated polished faceted bezel Crystal: Acrylic crystal Water Resistance: Not tested Dial & Hands Dial Colour: Burgundy / deep wine red sunburst Markers: Applied polished baton indices with luminous inserts Date: Yes – framed window at 3 o'clock with matching red date wheel Branding: Sindaco Automatic below 12 o'clock, "17 Jewels" above 6 o'clock, "Swiss Made" at the bottom Hands: Original polished baton hands with luminous filling and central seconds Movement The watch houses a Swiss Ronda-Matic automatic movement, a robust and dependable caliber produced during the golden age of Swiss mechanical watchmaking. The movement appears clean, complete, and well preserved, with the signed oscillating weight visible under the caseback. These movements are appreciated for their reliability and straightforward serviceability. Caseback Material: Stainless steel Attachment: Screw-down caseback Engravings: Stainless Steel Back – Anti Magnetic – Swiss Made, reference 975 Strap & Buckle Strap: Brown genuine leather strap (replacement) Buckle: Gold-tone pin buckle Notable Historical / Brand Context The 1970s saw Swiss manufacturers experimenting with bold geometric cases and colourful metallic dials as an alternative to traditional round dress watches. Sindaco embraced this trend by combining quality Swiss mechanics with modern styling. The rich burgundy dial, faceted stainless steel case, and matching date wheel create a distinctive appearance that stands apart from more common silver or black-dialed watches of the period. Collector Appeal & Value Potential This watch will appeal to collectors looking for unusual vintage Swiss automatics beyond the mainstream brands. The original burgundy sunburst dial, matching date disc, quality Swiss automatic movement, and elegant tonneau case make it an increasingly uncommon survivor from the 1970s. Watches with colourful original dials have become particularly desirable as collectors seek pieces with strong vintage character. Condition Report The watch is in very good vintage condition. XL case- 41x 44mm Original burgundy sunburst dial with attractive patina. Original hands and applied indices. Stainless steel case remains sharp with only light signs of wear consistent with age. Acrylic crystal shows minor age-related marks. Clean Swiss automatic movement visible under the caseback. Running at the time of cataloguing; however, long-term accuracy and water resistance are not guaranteed, and no recent service history is available. Delivery Packaging: Carefully packed in a generic presentation/watch box. Shipping: Professionally packed and shipped by registered, insured service with tracking from the European Union.