The watch series of the 1970s are classics among classics. The designs at that time were not only eye-catching, but also influenced many subsequent brands. Have you ever thought about why the watches from that time still stand up over the years? The secrets involved are definitely worth reading on, especially the stories behind the limited editions, which are really exciting!

The charm of the 70s series

Watch enthusiasts all know that the 1970s was an era full of classics and legends. At that time, many brands in the world began to launch their own series of watches, and these watches had one thing in common, that is, classics. Perhaps influenced by the popular culture at the time, most of those watches had extremely outstanding appearance designs and used the classic case size of 40×40 mm, which was very suitable for men to wear. Although this size may not seem too big today, it was a shocking number at the time.

And the most classic feature of this series of watches is its dial design that imitates a TV set. The round case and square dial are very unique. As time went by, these watches gradually became classics, and many brands that debuted later imitated this design.

The stainless steel watch case is brushed and polished, has an excellent feel, and is also very waterproof, generally reaching a waterproof depth of 100 meters. There are 8 large-sized spline screws on the bottom cover of the 1970s series. This design not only enhances the overall beauty of the watch, but also gives consumers more choices when disassembling it.

The strategy of limited sales of 100 pieces always stirs up waves in the hearts of consumers. What is not available is always the best. It seems that only by owning a limited edition, life will go further. This principle also applies to watch collection, so we often see some brands launch limited edition watches to increase market popularity and sales.

“Plasma Purple” and “Lime Green” satisfy different aesthetics

As the top German watch brand Glashütte Original (GO), the launch of the 1970s series of large calendar chronographs is undoubtedly a successful attempt to combine retro and future. The two newly launched big date chronographs, “Plasma Purple” and “Lime Green”, confirm this. You may find this color name a bit unfamiliar, but if you know some physics knowledge, you will know that “plasma” is the third form of matter in the universe after hydrogen and helium, and purple is its lowest wavelength in the visible spectrum. This “Plasma Purple” watch is like plasma in the universe, exuding a charming luster.

“Lime green” is taken from a fruit called lime. Its appearance is not pleasant, but after it is cut, it exudes a pleasant fragrance. This fragrance reminds people of vibrant forests and lawns under the sun. The effect of these two colors on the watch is even more beautiful and charming than the fruit and plasma themselves.

The 1970s series large calendar chronograph is equipped with the 3702 column wheel automatic flyback chronograph movement developed by GO. It is also quite excellent in performance and has many functions such as large calendar, flyback, 70 hours of dynamic storage and 100 meters of water resistance. The thickness of the movement is controlled at 14 mm. Even if it is equipped with multiple functions, the thickness of the movement will not become a burden on wearing the watch.

Own dial factory completed

Although these two watches are perfect, as consumers, we still have to look at them rationally and not blindly place orders just because they are available in limited quantities to avoid unnecessary economic losses.

If you are really interested in watch culture, then you might as well consider Glashütte Original (GO)’s own dial factory, which was completed on June 12, 2023, as your next stop. Here, you can not only appreciate the top watchmaking craftsmanship up close, but also get a glimpse of the exclusive secrets belonging to GO. I believe this is a rare experience for anyone who loves watches.

The completion of its own dial factory also marks the integrity and independence of Glashütte Original (GO) watchmaking technology. We have reason to believe that the world’s top watch brand has another competitor.

Conclusion

In short, the charm of the 1970s series of watches is really irresistible, with both classic design and modern innovation. Especially “Plasma Purple” and “Lime Green” are definitely the perfect combination of fashion and personality. Do you think these watches are worth collecting? Welcome to share your views in the comment area, and don’t forget to like and support!