Manufacturer | ETA |
Caliber Number | 2551 |
Movement Type | Automatic, self-winding mechanical |
Lignes | 7.75”’ |
Overall Diameter | 17.5mm |
Casing Diameter |
17.2mm |
Height |
4.5mm |
Jewel Count |
21 jewels |
Beat Rate / Frequency |
21,600 bph / 3 Hz |
Lift Angle |
51 degrees |
Power Reserve |
~42 hours |
Rotor Winding Direction | Bi-directional |
Anti-Shock Device |
Incabloc |
Hand Count | 3 |
Functions | Central hours; central minutes; central seconds; date at 3:00 |
Hacking Seconds? |
No (unconfirmed) |
Quickset Date? | Yes |
Country of Manufacture | Switzerland, Swiss made |
Known Models |
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The ETA caliber 2551 is a vintage ladies size automatic movement with a date.
ETA 2551 VS 2550:
There is a similar caliber 2550 with the main difference being that the 2551 has a date, whereas the 2550 is a true no-date.
ETA 2550/2551 Tech Sheets (pdf):
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