Croton (Nivada Gretchen) is a brand with a rich Swiss watchmaking history, best known for producing robust yet stylish watches in the mid-20th century. The Aquamatic line in particular was marketed as a reliable, water-resistant automatic, making it an accessible yet quality choice for the everyday wearer.
This example features a gold-plated case measuring approximately 34mm, giving it a classic mid-century dress watch presence. The gold dial shows a crosshair linen like texture with applied Arabic numerals at 12, 3, 6, and 9, paired with faceted indices that catch the light beautifully. Slim dauphine hands and a center seconds hand complete the elegant, understated design.
Key Features
• Brand: Croton
• Model: Aquamatic
• Case: Gold-plated, approx. 34mm
• Dial: Gold with linen like texture and applied indices and Arabic numerals at 12, 3, 6, 9
• Hands: Dauphine hands with center seconds
• Movement: Automatic
• Crystal: Acrylic
• Strap: Brown leather strap
• Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds
• Condition: Honest vintage condition; case shows wear consistent with age, dial in terrific condition, movement running well
Croton (Nivada Gretchen) is a brand with a rich Swiss watchmaking history, best known for producing robust yet stylish watches in the mid-20th century. The Aquamatic line in particular was marketed as a reliable, water-resistant automatic, making it an accessible yet quality choice for the everyday wearer.
This example features a gold-plated case measuring approximately 34mm, giving it a classic mid-century dress watch presence. The gold dial shows a crosshair linen like texture with applied Arabic numerals at 12, 3, 6, and 9, paired with faceted indices that catch the light beautifully. Slim dauphine hands and a center seconds hand complete the elegant, understated design.
Key Features
• Brand: Croton
• Model: Aquamatic
• Case: Gold-plated, approx. 34mm
• Dial: Gold with linen like texture and applied indices and Arabic numerals at 12, 3, 6, 9
• Hands: Dauphine hands with center seconds
• Movement: Automatic
• Crystal: Acrylic
• Strap: Brown leather strap
• Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds
• Condition: Honest vintage condition; case shows wear consistent with age, dial in terrific condition, movement running well
