ETA SA 12

AutomaticDiscontinued
21,600 vph (6 Hz)

The caliber 12 is an automatic chronograph movement manufactured by ETA SA. It was introduced in 1969 as part of the Chronomatic family, developed collaboratively by Heuer, Buren/Hamilton, Breitling, and Dubois-Depraz under Project 99. The movement measures 7.7mm in height with a micro-rotor, operates at 21,600 vph, and features a bi-compax chronograph layout with Incabloc shock protection. It was used in Heuer Daytona, Monaco, Carrera, and Autavia models before production ended in the late 1970s.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Movement Type

Automatic

Frequency

21,600 vph (6 Hz)

Height

7.7mm

Display Type

Analog

Rotor Type

Micro Rotor

Shock Protection

Incabloc

COMPLICATIONS

Chronograph

QUICK FACTS

BRAND

TYPE

Automatic

STATUS

Discontinued

LAUNCH YEAR

1969

COUNTRY

Switzerland

ALSO KNOWN AS

chronomatic