NOS Harley Ronda Cal. 938 Swiss Automatic New Time Watch Movement
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NOS Harley Ronda Cal. 938 – 17 Jewel Swiss Automatic Movement – Ronda‑Matic 938 – Approx. 20 mm
📌 Description
Genuine Harley Ronda Cal. 938 Swiss automatic movement, also known as the Ronda‑Matic 938. This is a New Old Stock (NOS) movement from long‑term watchmaker storage. The automatic rotor is marked “New Time”.
The movement appears to have a blank gold date wheel (see photos). Ideal for collectors, restorers, or watchmakers needing a vintage Swiss automatic caliber.
📏 Technical Specifications
- Brand: Harley Ronda
- Caliber: 938 (Ronda‑Matic 938)
- Jewels: 17 jewels
- Type: Automatic, Swiss made
- Diameter: Approximately 20 mm
- Ligne Size: 10½"’ (based on typical Ronda‑Matic sizing; not individually verified)
- Beat Rate: 18,000 A/h (based on Ronda 938 family references; may vary)
- Shock Protection: Incabloc (common on this series; not confirmed on this exact unit)
- Calendar: Date – blank gold date wheel installed
- Winding: Automatic + manual wind (typical for this caliber family)
- Escapement: Swiss lever (standard for Ronda‑Matic movements)
*Some specifications are based on known Ronda‑Matic 938 references and may vary by production batch. Please verify measurements and technical details before installation.*
🧭 Condition
- NOS – New Old Stock Swiss movement
- Unused, from long‑term watchmaker storage
- Blank gold date wheel installed
- May show light marks from storage
- Offered as a project or replacement movement
- A full service is recommended due to age
Everything included is shown in the photos.
🔍 Compatibility & Use — For Reference Only
The Ronda‑Matic 938 family was used in various Swiss private‑label automatic watches. Because case dimensions and dial feet vary widely, compatibility must be confirmed by checking:
- Movement diameter (approx. 20 mm)
- Dial feet position
- Stem height
- Calendar alignment
- Case ring / movement holder requirements
*Compatibility information is provided for reference only — no specific brand or model fit is guaranteed.*
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