{"product_id":"yema-automatic-date-368307-1970","title":"Vintage Yema Automatic Date – Gold-Tone Case, Silver Dial, Reference 368307, c.1970","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFounded in France in 1948 by Henry Louis Belmont, Yema established itself as a watchmaker with a particularly broad range, from practical everyday timepieces to professional sports watches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough the brand is perhaps best known today for its Superman diving watches and motorsport-inspired chronographs, its catalogue also included an extensive selection of automatic dress watches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy the late 1960s and early 1970s, automatic winding and date displays had become increasingly desirable features for everyday wristwatches. Yema embraced these developments while experimenting with distinctive case shapes, dial finishes and applied hour markers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example captures that period particularly well. Its sculpted gold-tone case, silver dial and contrasting geometric hour markers offer a more understated expression of 1970s styling, while the automatic movement provides the mechanical appeal that makes vintage watches so enjoyable to collect.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's on Offer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHere we have a very attractive Yema Automatic Date, dating to approximately 1970, presented in very good vintage condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe first thing that catches the eye is the beautifully balanced silver dial. Its subtle vertical brushing catches the light without becoming overly reflective, while a contrasting grey chapter ring adds depth and definition. Applied gold-tone hour markers sit prominently around the dial, complemented by matching baton hands with luminous inserts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt 3 o'clock, a framed date window provides a practical addition to an otherwise wonderfully uncluttered design. The Yema signature and distinctive emblem sit beneath 12, with 'Automatic' below, while 'Incabloc' appears above 6, referring to the movement's shock-protection system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe gold-tone case measures 34.5mm across, with a lug-to-lug measurement of 41.5mm and a 19mm lug width. Its most distinctive feature is undoubtedly the sculpted lugs, which curve elegantly away from the case and give the watch a more substantial appearance than its dimensions might suggest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe case displays the expected marks of wear for a watch of this age, particularly around the lugs and case edges, but retains plenty of its attractive vintage character. The stainless steel caseback features Yema's decorative crest, along with markings identifying its water-resistant construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtecting the dial is a domed Plexiglass crystal, which complements the watch's period styling beautifully.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInside beats the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e17-jewel FE 3611 automatic movement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, offering an approximate 38-hour power reserve. The movement has been serviced and is performing particularly well, with a timegrapher reading of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0 seconds per day and an amplitude of 311°\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e at the time of testing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe watch is paired with a black textured leather strap, providing a pleasing contrast against the warm gold-tone case.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn attractive and characterful vintage Yema that offers all the charm of early 1970s watchmaking without the oversized proportions often associated with the decade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Report:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCrystal: \u003c\/b\u003eVery Good\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDial: \u003c\/b\u003eExcellent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBezel: \u003c\/b\u003eGood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCase: \u003c\/b\u003eGood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMovement: \u003c\/b\u003eServiced 0s\/d 311°\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOverall: \u003c\/b\u003eVery Good\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage Watch Specialist","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57677070762359,"sku":"vws4485","price":950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0139\/8092\/6009\/files\/VWS-4485_0.jpg?v=1793876376","url":"https:\/\/vintagewatchspecialist.com\/products\/yema-automatic-date-368307-1970","provider":"Vintage Watch Specialist","version":"1.0","type":"link"}