Fratello is proud to announce an exciting new collaboration with the independent watch brand Nivada Grenchen. We present the Fratello × Nivada Grenchen Racing Chronograph. The new interpretation of a classic vintage Nivada Grenchen concept, available in five different dial variations.
Instead of simply reissuing a vintage model, we launched a whole new watch combining our favourite features from different vintage references that the brand produced in the 1970s. As with every watch we release, we put our Fratello twist on it; among other things, we replaced red dial accents with our signature Fratello-orange. The result is what you see here today.
Keeping the vintage vibe alive also meant staying as close to the old models’ measurements as possible. Furthermore, we feel the industry is slowly moving away from oversized watches. So, instead of blowing the watch up to 40mm, we went with a 38mm case that is only 13.75mm thick and 44.3mm lug tip to lug tip.
As such, the new Nivada Grenchen Racing Chronograph works equally well on smaller and larger wrists. This 38mm case, works as a sweet spot. Vintage watch fans and a younger, more engaged audience can equally enjoy the timepiece thanks to its size and the range of dial variations. This 38mm case, works as a sweet spot. Vintage watch fans and a younger, more engaged audience can equally enjoy the timepiece thanks to its size and the range of dial variations.
We kept things classic with a panda, reverse panda, and fully black version. Something for the chronograph purists. After that came a crisp white dial and, lastly, a topical brown for those who like something a little different. These five versions offer enough versatility that anyone, both vintage lovers and fans of modern timepieces alike, can find a watch they can associate themselves with. The aim was to keep the vintage vibe while creating a modern-looking chronograph. Finally, to add a touch of contemporary flair, we added a steel tachymeter bezel — a feature that was not part of the original concept.
Fratello will offer ten pieces of each dial variation (50 pieces in total) for pre-order exclusively from the Fratello Shop on Monday, March 20th at 4:00 PM CET, for one week only. The pre-order window will close on 26th March at 00:00 AM CET. Each of the watches will have a special pre-order price of €1,499 (excluding VAT). All watches will ship in early June 2023, when a further limited quantity of these watches will be available, priced at €1,875 (excluding VAT).
About Fratello: Reaching a global audience of millions, Fratello helps to grow the watch community by bringing the world of watches to their channel of choice. Since 2004, we have offered high-quality watch content that is authentic, unique, and interesting with a personal touch.
About Nivada Grenchen: Started in Grenchen Switzerland in 1926, Nivada Grenchen is a brand that was renown for its horological innovation in the 50’s & 60’s becoming known for producing robust and reliable watches. In 2018, the Nivada Grenchen brand was rebirthed with its two iconic models at the forefront—the Chronomaster Aviator Sea Diver and the Antarctic.
I am a big fan of old Nivada Grenchen watches and I am looking for a chronograph 7765 dial, as you did a research about the brand. Could you recommend a place where I could find dials?
Thanks in advance
Hi,
Thank you for your message and kind words. Unfortunately, I don’t know an express place to find specific dials. The search on internet and specialised websites is the only way… chrono24 maybe?
Cheers,
Andrei