Watch Overview

Offered here today is an interesting and collectible timepiece: a vintage NOS (New Old Stock) Glycine Vacuum High Frequency automatic wristwatch, reference 343.111, dating from the 1970s.

This self-winding watch is powered by a Swiss automatic movement and features a sweep seconds hand and a day/date display with quick-set function.

The "Vacuum" designation used by Glycine referred to the specially engineered case construction designed to provide enhanced protection against air, dust, and moisture. The system was marketed as offering improved sealing and durability for the movement.

The original silver-tone dial is accented by applied baton hour markers, a printed minute/second track on the blue inner bezel, and matching hands with luminous inserts. The day (in Spanish) and date display is positioned at the 3 o’clock position.

It is housed in a striking 38x42mm cushion-shaped stainless steel case. According to period Glycine advertising, the case construction emphasized resistance to water, air, and shocks.

This example remains in New Old Stock condition and is fitted with a brand-new blue two-piece leather strap.

Fully inspected and authenticated, the watch is running well and is ready to wear and enjoy.

Product Details

General Specifications

• Brand: Glycine
• Type: Wristwatch
• Reference: 343.111
• Year / Era: 1970s - Vintage
• Gender: Men's
• Country of Manufacture: Switzerland

Dial & Display

• Display: Analog
• Color: Silver-tone
• Features: Baton hour markers, sweep seconds, minute/second track, luminous inserts

Movement

• Type: Self-winding
• Movement Functions:
  • Sweep-second hand
  • Day/date indicator with quick-set
  • Shock-resistant

Case & Band

• Material: Stainless steel
• Case Shape: Cushion
• Bezel: Smooth
• Crystal: Acrylic
• Crown: Push-pull
• Band Type: Blue two-piece leather strap
• Case Back Markings: Stainless Steel Swiss Made Water + Air + Shockresistant Automatic 343.111

Case Measurements (mm)

• Case Size: 38x42
• Case Diameter w/Crown: 40.4
• Case Lug to Lug: 42
• Case Thickness: 11.2
• Lug Width: 20
• Band Width: 20

Additional Info

• Box & Papers: No
• Condition: Excellent New Old Stock condition with minimal storage wear and brand-new strap.
• Notes: Fully inspected and authenticated by our in-house watchmaker, confirming that it runs accurately.

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