Alternatives to ETA & Co.
We build Swiss movements. High-quality alternatives to ETA and other calibers. The DB6 and DB9 are 100% compatible with UNITAS 6497/6498.
The new DB24 automatic caliber replaces the ETA 2824-2 – affordable, robust, and reliable. All movements are entirely Swiss made, rigorously tested, and manufactured in Northwest Switzerland.
CALIBRE DB: Premium Performance!
CALIBRE DB24 (2824-2)
100% ETA 2824-2 compatible
Height 4.60 mm, diameter (case) 25.60 mm (11.5 lines), frequency 28,800 A/h (4 Hz), power reserve 41 hours, number of jewels 26, hours, minutes, seconds, date, Swiss Made, origin Switzerland
from CHF 190.00 excl. VAT
NEW! ETA 2824-2 compatible
The CALIBRE DB24 is fully compatible with the ETA 2824-2. Standard in TOP GRADE quality – proven precision, reliable performance, and indestructible quality. No compromises.
Perfect for your own watch design or as a replacement and repair movement for existing watches.
CALIBRE DB24: The smart choice!
CALIBRE DB6 (6498-2)
100% UNITAS 6498-1/2 compatible
Height 4.50 mm, diameter (case) 36.60 mm (16.5''' lines), frequency 21,600 A/h (3 Hz), power reserve 53 hours, number of jewels 17, balance wheel lift angle 44°, small seconds at 6 o'clock, Swiss Made, origin Switzerland
from CHF 190.00 excl. VAT
100% UNITAS Compatible
The CALIBRE DB6 and DB9 are fully compatible with the ETA UNITAS 6497/6498 – same robustness, same reliability, same performance. No compromises.
Identical features to the original 6497-2 and 6498-2. Perfect for your own watch design or as a replacement or repair movement for existing watches.
CALIBRE DB6/DB9: A cost-effective alternative!
CALIBRE DB9 (6497-2)
Height 4.50 mm, diameter (case) 36.60 mm (16½'''Lines), frequency 21,600 A/h (3 Hz), power reserve 53 hours, number of jewels 17, balance wheel lifting angle 44°, small second at 9h, UNITAS 6497-1/2 compatible, Origin Switzerland
SWISS MADE
Following Swiss watchmaking tradition, all CALIBRE DB movements are manufactured according to official SWISS MADE regulations. Each caliber embodies the global standard: quality, precision, durability, and true craftsmanship.
The SWISS MADE certification guarantees that every CALIBRE DB movement is produced with the utmost care in our workshop in Biel.
CALIBRE DB: Quality and Precision!