Aquastar Regate

Aquastar Regate automatic

Aquastar Regate automatic – Vintage watch from the 1960s. Felsa caliber 4000N movement. Steel case, 37.5 mm diameter, with screw‑back case back and plexiglass crystal. Watch in like‑new condition. N.O.S. New Old Stock + sticker. The Aquastar Regate (or Regate / Regatta) is a historic regatta watch, produced by Aquastar in the 1960s‑1970s, highly prized by enthusiasts for its countdown function for naval regatta starts. The Aquastar Regate was launched in 1964 (or shortly thereafter) using a modified Felsa 4000N movement equipped with a 5‑minute regatta module. It was one of the first (if not the first) wrist‑worn regatta watches with that functionality. JeanRichard SA filed a patent in 1961 for a watch with a 5‑minute countdown function for regattas. Aquastar was founded by Frédéric Robert, who was very interested in nautical instruments. Brand: Aquastar Model: Regate automatic Reference: Year: 1960s Condition: Excellent Case: steel Movement: Automatic Caliber: Felsa 4000N Bracelet: Original steel N.S.A. Clasp: fold‑over snap Dimensions: 37.5 mm Accessories: