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The main Technos watch models

Name: The main Technos watch models
Brand: Technos
SKU: 552

Brand: Technos

Before the 1960s, with the exception of the Atomium, Technos watches did not have model names. Everything changed in 1963 with the arrival of the Star Chief model.

Description

Joël Pynson

December 2024

- Star Chief

Launched in 1963, automatic, date at 3 o'clock with magnifying glass, water-resistant to 100m, design inspired by the Rolex datejust.

The day and date version, introduced in 1967, is water-resistant to 200m.

- The King

Launched in 1964, automatic, date at 3 o'clock with magnifier, monobloc case water-resistant to 250m, and two types of bezel, with or without crenellation. Water resistance was increased to 300m in 1967.

1967

The ladies' version, The Queen, is also water-resistant to 250m.

- Sky Diver

Launched around 1964, automatic diver's watch with rotating bezel, date, water-resistant to 300m.

- Sky Light

Launched in 1967, screw-down case, water-resistant to 200m, screw-down crown, 12-sided dial, date or day and date.

- Hibeatron

Launched in 1971, this steel model is equipped with a high-frequency caliber (36,000 vib/h) and a faceted mineral crystal.

- Kaiser

Also launched in 1971, this model features a classic automatic movement, integrated bracelet and faceted glass. The square version of this watch was called Cougar II.

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