Alpina, 10, Seastrong, "Super Compressor Case", ca 1967.
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Case size: 36 mm
Material: steel
Movement: automatic, caliber 572C
Year: circa 1967
Crystal: plastic crystal
Bracelet: leather strap
Case number: 167'222-20 / 2-66
Wear due to age and use. The movement is running at the time of cataloguing, Bukowskis does not guarantee the future function of the movement. Please note that the movement has not been tested for timekeeping accuracy and may need a service at the buyer's expense. Watches have been opened to examine movements therefore no warranties are made that the watches are water-resistant. Potential buyers should inspect each watch to satisfy themselves as to condition. For more information, please read our Conditions of Purchase.
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In 1956, Ervin Piquerez SA (EPSA) revolutionized water-resistant watches with the "Super Compressor" case. Its unique feature was a spring mechanism that improved water resistance by tightening the case under pressure. The "Super Compressor" became a key innovation, adopted by many brands, including Alpina, who used it in their 1967 "Alpina 10", a watch designed for diving.