Favre-Leuba - Sea King Twin Power - No reserve price - 81092 - Men - 1960-1969

FAVRE-LEUBA SEA KING TWIN POWER – CAL. FL 251 – DOUBLE BARREL MANUFACTURE MOVEMENT – 1960s DESCRIPTION An elegant and historically interesting Favre-Leuba Sea King Twin Power from the 1960s, featuring the renowned in-house calibre FL 251, an innovative Swiss mechanical movement equipped with two mainspring barrels. Founded in 1737, Favre-Leuba is one of Switzerland’s oldest watchmaking houses, celebrated for its technical innovations and distinctive mechanical timepieces. Introduced in the early 1960s, the Twin Power movement represented an important achievement in Swiss watchmaking. Unlike conventional movements equipped with a single mainspring barrel, the FL 251 incorporates two barrels working in parallel, designed to deliver more consistent torque and improve timekeeping stability. The movement also features an exceptionally slim construction for its period and an approximately 48-hour nominal power reserve. This particular example combines a beautifully preserved champagne sunburst dial, applied gold-tone hour markers, elegant dauphine-style hands and a classic gold-plated case with refined angular lugs. The distinctive "Sea King Twin Power" inscription on the dial highlights the watch's special mechanical architecture, making it particularly appealing to collectors of vintage Swiss manufacture movements. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS * Brand: Favre-Leuba * Model: Sea King Twin Power * Reference: 81092 (caseback marking) * Period: 1960s (1960–1969) * Country of manufacture: Switzerland * Movement: Mechanical, manual winding * Calibre: Favre-Leuba FL 251 * Movement type: In-house manufacture calibre * Special feature: Twin mainspring barrels (Twin Power) * Jewels: 17 * Frequency: 18,000 vibrations per hour * Nominal power reserve: Approximately 48 hours * Movement serial number: [1083236](tel:1083236) * Functions: Hours, minutes and central seconds * Case material: Gold-plated metal * Caseback: Stainless steel, screw-down, signed Favre-Leuba * Case diameter without crown: 32.0 mm * Case diameter including crown: 34.5 mm * Dial: Champagne silver-tone sunburst finish * Hour markers: Applied gold-tone baton indices * Hands: Gold-tone dauphine-style hands * Crystal: Domed acrylic * Strap: Black leather, crocodile-pattern finish * Buckle: Gold-tone pin buckle * Gender: Men's / Unisex * Box and papers: Not included CONDITION Very good vintage condition, particularly considering the watch's age of approximately six decades. * Dial: Beautiful champagne sunburst dial, retaining its attractive original-style finish, crisp Favre-Leuba Genève signature and distinctive Sea King Twin Power lettering. Minor age-related marks visible under close inspection. * Case: Elegant gold-plated case with light surface scratches and some wear to the plating, consistent with normal vintage use. * Crystal: Well preserved, with good transparency. * Hands and indices: Attractive gold-tone finish with minor signs of age. * Caseback: Original Favre-Leuba signed stainless steel caseback with engraved manufacturer's emblem and reference marking. * Movement: Visually well preserved, with attractive gold-tone bridges, visible ruby jewels and clearly engraved Favre-Leuba signature. Photographs of the actual movement are included. * Strap: Black leather replacement strap in good condition, complementing the gold-tone case. The watch presents beautifully overall, retaining the understated elegance and character associated with classic Swiss watches from the 1960s. As with any vintage mechanical watch, future servicing may be appropriate. Water resistance has not been tested and should not be assumed. COLLECTOR'S APPEAL The Favre-Leuba Sea King Twin Power represents an interesting chapter in Swiss mechanical watchmaking. Its principal attraction is the manufacture FL 251 movement, introduced in 1962 and distinguished by its innovative twin-barrel construction, a technically sophisticated solution intended to provide a more consistent delivery of power. Combined with its clean champagne dial, elegant gold-plated case and classic mid-century proportions, this is a particularly attractive example for collectors seeking a vintage Swiss timepiece with genuine mechanical significance. A refined alternative to more conventional vintage dress watches, offering both historical interest and timeless aesthetics. SHIPPING * Carefully packaged to ensure maximum protection during transport. * Shipped with tracking and insurance. * The watch shown in the photographs is the exact item offered for sale. * Photographs form an integral part of the description.

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