Nivada Grenchen Taravana

Nivada Grenchen Taravana

A mini tool watch with a '70s punch: The Nivada Grenchen Taravana Ref. 27017 with a red/black racing dial, cushion-shaped steel case, and automatic movement comes in a compact 27 mm. The red bar markers on the brushed silver bezel pop, while the black inner circle ties the whole thing together. The date display at 3 o'clock is practical for everyday use.

The case has signs of wear, edges, and swirls (see photos), is unpolished, and has a genuine vintage feel. The acrylic crystal has light scratches, nothing dramatic. The hands and dots have aged luminous material (not much action in the dark anymore, but a patina bonus). The movement runs, the date changes, and no chronometer claims are made.

Who's it for? Vintage fans with narrow wrists, or anyone who wants a true '70s "color-on-black" look in their collection without spending half a month's salary. Waterproof? These days, only splash water, please. Style factor? 100%.

Brand: Nivada Grenchen

Model: Taravana Automatic

Reference: 27017

Caliber: Swiss automatic (17 jewels; date)

Case: stainless steel cushion shape, screwed back

Diameter: 27 mm (without crown)

Lug-to-Lug: approx. 31 mm

Height: approx. 10 mm

Crown: fluted, unsigned

Glass: Acrylic

Dial: black inner circle, silver outer ring with red bar indices, date window at 3 o'clock, "Taravana Automatic" print

Strap: black, 16 mm, pin buckle (aftermarket)

Year of construction: approx. 1970s

Condition: heavy but fair signs of wear on the case; glass with signs of wear; dial very good; movement runs, date changes (not tested for accuracy)

Special features: bright 70s color scheme in mini size, rare Taravana signature, wearable vintage alternative for small wrists