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Alpina 485
Basic Information
| Name | Alpina 485 |
|---|---|
| Alternative Name | Universal Genève 240 |
| Base Calibre | Universal 240 |
| Manufacturer | Alpina |
| Launch Year | 1935 |
| Is COSC certified | No |
Timegrapher
Beat rate
18,000 bph
Frequency
2.5 Hz
Reference: healthy amplitude ≈ 270–315° fully wound (>200° at 24 h); beat error ideally < 0.5 ms.
Technical Details
| Lignes Dimensions | 8.75 ‴ x 12 ‴ |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 19.74 mm x 27.07 mm |
| Height | 3.7 mm |
| Further Measures | Mounting Diameter (Dm): 19.8 x 26.35mm |
| Power Reserve | (not set) |
| Frequency | 18,000 vph |
| Jewels | 15 |
Complications and Specifications
| Shape | Barrel (Tonneau) |
|---|---|
| Complications |
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| Regulator Type | Pinned Regulator (or Index Regulator) |
| Movement Type | Manual |
| Escapement Type | Swiss Lever |
| Control Type | Balance Wheel |
| Winding Type | Stem Winding (Crown) |
| Setting Type | Stem Set (Crown Pull) |
Additional Information
| Hand Sizes | 1.24 x 0.68mm |
|---|---|
| Hand Count | 3 |
| Country Of Manufacture | Switzerland |
| Notes | Remarks: brand: Gilde Alpina Gruen Gilde 1929-1937 Other data: balance staff: U1280 stem: W1072 mainspring / battery: Zf942, 1.35 x 9.0 x 0.10 x 290mm balance staff ronda: 3373 (8,75 x 12) Mainspring: 1.300 x 9.000 x 0.100 x 320.000 mm |
| Signature | ca. 1935: Gilde, 485 |
Compatible Parts
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Metadata
| Created At | Sep 15, 2023 |
|---|---|
| Updated At | May 26, 2026, 4:43:41 AM |
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