Other
1960s Alsta Nautoscaph Superautomatic "Jaws"
Alstater aka Alsta was a New York-based company founded in 1946. Alsta started off importing and casing watch movements for other brands in addition to their own brands making for some unique variants of different watches under various brand names. However, the movements were all signed Alstater. This is quite common for other watches including the famous ALSTA Nautoscaph aka “JAWS” diver that was made famous after being worn by Richard Dreyfuss in the iconic motion picture.
SPECS
| Stock # | ALSNTSAJAW-2 | |
| Brand | Alsta | |
| Style | Nautoscaph "Jaws" | |
| Model | N/A | |
| Serial | 42XXX | |
| Size | Men's | |
| Material | Stainless Steel | |
| Dial | Black | |
| Millimeters | 38 | |
| Strap | 2pc Leather Strap |
CASE & BRACELET
The excellent case retains strona factory angles and dimensions, showing only minor signs of use with minimal evidence of being previously polished present. The stainless steel bezel has a charming "ghost" fade as the anodization has all faded, though the bezel itself shows minimal signs of wear and is in great overall condition. The unsigned screw-down crown is believed to be the original to the watch. The case back retains all of its original factory markings with no notable wear present. The watch will come supplied on a 2pc leather strap.
DIAL & HANDS
The original semi-gloss black dial is in exceptionally well-preserved vintage condition, exhibiting no damage and only subtle age which compliments the vintage aesthetic. The original tritium markers feature a characteristic lime-green lume and exhibit no degradation when inspected under UV light. The original tritium sword hands match the dial perfectly with no degradation present under UV light inspection.
ACCESSORIES
None. The watch is keeping time, but the service history is unknown. A movement service can be provided upon request.