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Arola AR 165

Manual WindingIn-house
17 jewels18,000 vph (2.5 Hz)

AR 165 is a shaped manually wound movement developed by Arola / Alfred Rochat & Fils. The manufacturer produces a large proportion of its components, including the movement frame, and uses some Unitas 6497 supplies, notably the gear train. The standard movement measures 37.20 by 36.20 mm and is 4.50 mm thick. AR 165 SC adds central seconds and is thicker; skeleton versions include Sun, Flower and Star. AR 165-2 S Wheel is a separately identified development with the balance at 6 o'clock.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Movement Type

Manual Winding

Jewel Count

17 jewels

Frequency

18,000 vph (2.5 Hz)

Height

4.5mm

Display Type

Analog

Winding

Manual

FEATURES

Hand Winding

QUICK FACTS

BRAND

TYPE

Manual Winding

MANUFACTURE

In-house

COUNTRY

Switzerland

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