Nivada Grenchen Chronomaster Aviator Sea Diver 105-30886

This reference completes the trio of case finishes for the final generation of the vintage Chronomaster. It features the same powerful Valjoux 7750 automatic movement and large 42mm cushion case as the other Ref. 105 models. The defining characteristic of the 30886 is its gold-plated case finish. This version was created to appeal to the luxury-sport segment of the late 1970s and early 1980s, a time when gold and two-tone watches were highly fashionable. The watchmakers would typically pair the gold-plated case with a complimentary dial, such as champagne, black with gold-tone sub-dials, or a full gold-tone dial, to create a cohesive and opulent look. Mechanically identical to its steel and PVD counterparts, this reference demonstrates Nivada’s strategy of offering multiple aesthetic choices to capture a wider audience, perfectly embodying the more flamboyant design trends of its era.