Rare & sought-after this timepiece 
by Eterna-Matic dates back to the year 1968, 
yet it's in impressively great condition & 
in excellent working order 
 
"KonTiki 20" was named after the KonTiki expedition in 1947:
T Heyerdahl & the crew made a raft crossing of the Pacific Ocean from 
South America to Polynesian islands
(hence the case back has a golden raft medallion 
embossed & in crisp condition) 
 
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36mm Stainless Steel Case is perfectly proportioned,
curving over the wrist
with elegant tapered lugs, 
measuring 45mm (lugs-to-lug length) 
 
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Domed crystal sits above the Aegean / Ocean blue Dial, 
adorned with silver & black solid baton numerals & 
original hands, that not only match but 
nicely compliment the colour of the dial 
 
Eterna-Matic 5-ball arrangement logo at 12 o'clock
(which represents the advanced & efficient 
"five ball bearings" movement, 
introduced by Eterna in 1948) 
 
The Dial is bearing an "Eterna-Matic" signature underneath the logo,
with framed date aperture at 3 o'clock &  "KonTiki 20" at 6. 
 
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Powered by Automatic caliber 1489K Movement, 
that runs strong & accurate 
 
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Joint to its original full-sized Gay-Freres Eterna
sturdy S/Steel Bracelet 
The "beads of rice" bracelet alone is highly desirable, 
featuring KH end pieces & retaining all original links 
with deployment clasp signed & hallmarked 
 
Gay-Freres was founded in 1835, 
first producing gold chain for pocket watches & jewellery,
their bracelet designs nowadays can be seen on many luxury timepieces:
AP, Patek Philippe, Rolex, Vacheron Constantine 
 
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This timepiece is an ultimate collector's item, 
it comes in its original box, 
accompanied by valuation certificate & 
6 months warranty.