Byrd reported that despite intense cold, harsh impacts, high magnetism and altitude the watches performed perfectly. Renowned explorer Admiral Richard Byrd wore a Croton during Operation Deep Freeze, a 1955 expedition to the Antarctic. Many watch companies quickly rose to meet that challenge, including Croton. The mid 1900’s were a time rich with exploration and adventurers had very specific requirements for their watches. The roots of the Croton Watch Company can be traced to the city of Crotone in southern Italy. This model features a Valjoux 7733 movement. The components were being manufactured in Switzerland, but the watches were assembled in the Croton, NY factory leading Croton to be regarded as an American watch brand. This Chronomaster Aviator Sea Diver includes: a chronograph, a tachymeter scale, a rotating bezel for diving, a second time zone on the bezel and a sailing regatta countdown. They relocated to New York City in 1928 and finally settled in the Hudson Valley town of Croton, New York in 1963. Why This Watch Matters As the model name suggests, this nifty Croton Chronomaster could cover the sky, land, and sea. This model utilizes a Valjoux 92 movement. Why This Watch Matters A crisp, clean example of Crotons all-in-one classic, the Chronomaster Aviator Sea Diver. Revolutionary for its day, the Chronomaster Aviator Sea Diver includes: a chronograph, a tachymeter scale, a rotating bezel for diving, a second time zone on the bezel and a sailing regatta countdown. A crisp, clean example of Crotons all-in-one classic, the Chronomaster Aviator Sea Diver.
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