| Movement | Automatic |
| Case material | Steel |
| Crystal material | Sapphire - anti-reflective |
| Weight | 78 g |
| Waterproof | 50 m |
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Movement
Automatic
Case material
Steel
Crystal material
Sapphire - anti-reflective
Weight
78 g
Waterproof
50 m
PRIM Retro Elegance 2023: Timeless refinement that matures with time
Looking for an accessory that doesn't succumb to fast fashion trends? The PRIM Retro Elegance is the epitome of watchmaking purity and discreet luxury. This automatic watch was created for men who demand not only style from their accessories, but above all honest mechanical workmanship and materials that will last for generations.
The design of the Retro Elegance is comparable to that of an aged wine - its value and charm only grow with the years. The elegant, smooth dial is accentuated by delicate applied indices and classic feuille hands, which add a touch of refinement and traditional charm to the whole.
Case: Made of highly polished 316L stainless steel with an ideal diameter of 42 mm.
Glass: Flat sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment ensures maximum scratch resistance and perfect legibility in all lighting conditions.
Strap: A high-quality, hand-stitched leather strap with a signed thorn buckle in the colour of the case completes the feeling of exclusivity on the wrist.
The mechanical heart with superior endurance
Inside the watch beats an upgraded Japanese Miyota 8315 movement. This automatic calibre is renowned for its reliability and user-friendliness.
Running reserve of up to 60 hours.
The screw-down back cover with glass window allows you to monitor the precision work of the mechanical movement at any time.
Features.
The PRIM Retro Elegance is not just a watch - it is an expression of your refined taste and respect for traditional elegance.
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| Brand | Prim |
| Gender | Male |
| Style | Casual, Universal |
| Origin | Czech |
| Guarantee | 5 years |
| Waterproof | 50 m |
| Weight | 78 g |
| Movement | Automatic |
| Caliber | Miyota 8315 |
| Movement accuracy in seconds | -20/+40 / day |
Power Reserve ![]() |
60 hours |
| Case size | 42 mm |
| Case height | 14 mm |
| Case shape | Round |
| Case material | Stainless steel |
| Case color | Silver |
| Crystal material | Sapphire - anti-reflective |
| Dial | Analog |
| Dial color | White |
Transparent Case ![]() |
Yes |
| Strap material | Leather |
Buckle ![]() |
Tang Buckle |
| Strap Width | 20 mm |
| Strap color | Black |
Quick release system ![]() |
no |
| Date | Yes |
| Functions | Date, Transparent back case |
Screw-on Crown ![]() |
Ne |
Luminescence ![]() |
No |
We guarantee the accuracy of the data. Did you find a mistake? Let us know and get 200 CZK on Watch purchase.
Guarantor: Kateřina Žváček
Jiří Štencek
+420 252 252 306
Mo-Th 9-19
Sa 9-16
info@helveti.eu
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The idea of producing Czechoslovak wristwatches first appeared immediately after the end of World War II. The effort of the management at that time was to limit the dependence on imports, especially from the western states of Europe. Wristwatches were not produced in Czechoslovakia before
In the fall of 1949, Adolf Martínek was entrusted with the task of building a new plant and preparing the serial production of wristwatches, who, in the unused building of the national committee in Nové Město nad Metují, together with the first 15 colleagues, embarked on a task that at the time was handled by only eight countries in the world.
Those interested bought the first Czechoslovak wristwatch in 1958. However, first it was necessary to choose the brand under which the wristwatch would be manufactured.
The PRIM brand was chosen, which at the time was also used for timepieces produced in other plants of the national company Chronotechna. Initially, an identical logo was used for the alarm clocks and wall clocks called the "loaf". Later, however, the graphic form was simplified to meet the requirements for modern dial design. The designer Josef Žid is the author of the so-called "standing" PRIM logo, which has been used on wristwatches since the 1970s. Until the 1990s, part of the designer's work was also the design of watches, which is why Josef Žid was entrusted with the design of the new brand. In addition, the need for a new graphic representation of the brand was supported by the fact that in 1969 the watch manufacturing plant in Nové Město nad Metují became completely independent and acquired the name it bears to this day - ELTON.
Until the 1990s, the New Town plant produced hundreds of thousands of wristwatches a year. However, after the so-called Velvet Revolution, watches from foreign brands began to flood Czechoslovakia - from luxury to the cheapest Asian ones. Interest in primkeys gradually declined and for a while it seemed that the production of Czech wristwatches no longer had a future.
Fortunately, it was possible to gradually revive interest in domestic products. Therefore, it was decided to convert the factory into small-scale production of the manufactory type. In 2008, the production of new mechanical movements began and ELTON hodinářská joined the ranks of important watch manufactures that rely on handwork, precision and an individual approach to the customer.
Manufacturer information: ELTON hodinářská, a.s., Náchodská 2105, 549 01 Nové Město nad Metují, Czech Republic / info@prim.cz
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1 → We check, clean and set
We will check the functionality, set time, date and clean the watch carefully.
2 → We will carefully pack the watch
So that the watch does not have a chance to be damaged. We use special vacuum pads.
3 → We insure the watch against damage from the carrier
To be sure, we will insure the watch against breakage, so there is nothing to fear.
With each watch, you will receive a gift of your choice from us. Gifts are graduated according to the value of the order.
From €0 = Cleaning cloth, with which you can polish the glass of a watch.
From €100 = Stroke shortener, you can adjust the watch bracelet to your hand.
From €150 = Helveti canvas bag.
From €150 = Credit card knife.
From €170 = Donut watch case.
From €400 = Parker Jotter.
From €600 = knife Mikov 100-NH-2A blue.
From €1000 = Victorinox Waiter knife with 9 functions.
From €1400 = Watchroll for 2pcs.
From €1650 = Helveti leather watch roll.
From €2000 = Leather travel case.
From €2800 = Leatherman REV.
From €4000 = Wooden watch box Helveti.
From €6000 = Watch winder Helveti black.
And on top of that, a 5-year warranty (You can find the terms of the extended warranty here) and free shipping.
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