Description
The Nivada Grenchen Autochron MecaQuartz Yellow is a modern expression of a classic chronograph concept - combining vintage-inspired design with a hybrid movement that delivers precision and mechanical feel in everyday use. With its distinctive yellow accents and Art Deco detailing, it offers character without excess and performance without complication.
This is a chronograph designed to be worn often, used intuitively, and appreciated for its balance of form and function.
Inspiration & Design
The Autochron draws from Nivada Grenchen’s historic ties to motorsport and aviation, where timing precision and legibility were essential. This MecaQuartz edition retains the spirit of the original Autochron while adapting it for modern lifestyles - lighter, slimmer, and more approachable than a traditional mechanical chronograph.
The yellow colourway adds a contemporary edge to the design. Rather than overwhelming the dial, the colour is applied with restraint, offering warmth, contrast, and visual energy while preserving the watch’s vintage character.
Dial & Case Details
The matte black textured dial provides a deep, tactile backdrop for the chronograph layout. Art Deco–inspired sub-dials in sand tones add warmth and dimensional contrast, creating a subtle 3D effect that shifts with light and movement.
At 38mm, the stainless-steel case is classically proportioned and highly wearable. A bidirectional rotating fluted aluminum bezel frames the dial, featuring a tachymeter scale for measuring speed over a known distance. A bold yellow dot at 12 o’clock adds a functional visual reference while reinforcing the colour theme.
The double-domed sapphire crystal enhances depth and clarity, while the screw-down caseback contributes to the watch’s robust 200m (20ATM) water resistance.
Movement & Mechanics
Powering the Autochron is the VK67 MecaQuartz movement, a hybrid calibre that combines quartz accuracy with a mechanical chronograph module.
- The quartz component ensures precise timekeeping and long-term reliability
- The mechanical module drives the chronograph, allowing the Autochron hand to sweep smoothly - mimicking the motion of a traditional mechanical chronograph
With an approximate three-year battery life, the movement delivers convenience without sacrificing tactile satisfaction. This hybrid architecture is why MecaQuartz movements are often described as offering mechanical feel with quartz practicality.
Bracelet & Wearability
This yellow Autochron is fitted to a stainless-steel bracelet, reinforcing its sporty yet refined character. Balanced proportions, moderate thickness, and secure construction make it comfortable for extended daily wear.
Whether worn casually or as a functional timing tool, it remains stable, legible, and easy to live with.
Final Impression
The Nivada Grenchen Autochron MecaQuartz Yellow is a chronograph that understands restraint. It delivers visual character, hybrid innovation, and everyday usability without the weight or maintenance demands of a full mechanical chronograph.
A thoughtful choice for collectors who value design, precision, and practicality in equal measure.
| Case size: |
38mm
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| Case material: |
316L stainless steel
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| Case back: |
316L stainless steel
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| Movement type: |
Mecaquartz |
| Movement no.: |
VK67 MecaQuartz with date |
Dial:
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Matte black with yellow subdials, lumed indices and hands; unidirectional bezel |
| Glass: |
Sapphire, double-domed
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| Battery life: |
Approx 3 years |
| Water resistance: |
20ATM |
| Strap type: |
Bracelet
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| Strap material: |
Stainless steel |
| Buckle: |
Stainless steel deployant buckle
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| Warranty: |
2 years |
