The ETA/Unitas 6498-1 is a Hunter caliber hand-wound movement with small seconds at 6 o'clock. Part of ETA's Mecaline Specialties line, it is essentially a pocket watch movement adopted for wristwatches. One of the most common mechanical calibers on the market. The 6498 differs from the 6497 in the position of the small seconds (6 o'clock vs 9 o'clock). Does not feature hacking seconds.
Movement Type
Manual Wind
Jewel Count
17 jewels
Power Reserve
46h
Frequency
18,000 vph (5 Hz)
Diameter
36.6mm
Height
4.5mm
Display Type
Analog
Shock Protection
Incabloc
BRAND
ETATYPE
Manual WindSTATUS
In ProductionMANUFACTURE
ÉbaucheCALIBER FAMILY
64xxCOUNTRY
SwitzerlandALSO KNOWN AS