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zerocool · 7 April 2017, 12:02 AM

Hello all,

I've been researching when the word 'Superlative' was added to the "Officially Certified Chronometer" stamping on dials. I've come to believe it was around 56-58, but if anyone has a definitive answer, I'd very much appreciate it.

mdw3 · 7 April 2017, 12:13 AM

It was inconsistent, as certain models, such as Datejust or Day-Date, received the "Superlative" Chronometer designation before others, such as GMT Master and Submariner. By 1960, essentially all models with Chronometer movements were tested to the Superlative standard.

Michael

CaveDweller · 7 April 2017, 12:39 AM

Mid 50’s – I have a 6605 with a 1065 butterfly from 1957 that is marked “Superlative”, although it’s a restored dial, I believe it to be correct.

There’s probably some cross-over between older models and the various movements, but your dates would appear to reflect that ……

lpestre · 7 April 2017, 01:40 AM

My 6605 from 59" is mark superlative and my 6305 from 58" isn't. I think that will depend on the movement inside and how the watch was tested.

adam78 · 7 April 2017, 09:08 AM

My 6609 from 1958 is marked superlative...Has a cal. 1065.

Old Expat Beast · 7 April 2017, 09:14 AM

I think the first was the Day-Date 6611, with the then-new 1055 movement in 1957.

7 April 2017, 12:02 AM	#1
zerocool "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: Gustavo Location: Miami Beach Posts: 230	When was 'Superlative' Added Hello all, I've been researching when the word 'Superlative' was added to the "Officially Certified Chronometer" stamping on dials. I've come to believe it was around 56-58, but if anyone has a definitive answer, I'd very much appreciate it.

7 April 2017, 09:08 AM	#5
adam78 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Chicago Posts: 1,829	My 6609 from 1958 is marked superlative...Has a cal. 1065. __________________ Cheers, Adam

7 April 2017, 12:13 AM	#2
mdw3 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 677	It was inconsistent, as certain models, such as Datejust or Day-Date, received the "Superlative" Chronometer designation before others, such as GMT Master and Submariner. By 1960, essentially all models with Chronometer movements were tested to the Superlative standard. Michael

7 April 2017, 12:39 AM	#3
CaveDweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Gogland Watch: Timex Posts: 267	Mid 50’s – I have a 6605 with a 1065 butterfly from 1957 that is marked “Superlative”, although it’s a restored dial, I believe it to be correct. There’s probably some cross-over between older models and the various movements, but your dates would appear to reflect that ……

7 April 2017, 01:40 AM	#4
lpestre 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Montreal/Paris Posts: 1,266	My 6605 from 59" is mark superlative and my 6305 from 58" isn't. I think that will depend on the movement inside and how the watch was tested.

7 April 2017, 09:14 AM	#6
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Hong Kong Watch: SEIKO Posts: 28,404	I think the first was the Day-Date 6611, with the then-new 1055 movement in 1957.

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