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Enicar Sherpa OPS PVD-Coated Diver's Wristwatch

Partially verified

This Enicar Sherpa OPS diver's wristwatch, catalogued as circa 1960s reference 144/35/03, features a black PVD-coated super compressor case measuring approximately 41 mm in diameter. The right case profile incorporates integrated crown guards protecting dual Enicar anti-slip crowns. The black dial presents baton and block hour markers, an internal rotating bezel calibrated to 60 units, and a date display at the 3 o'clock position. The source reports a signed automatic movement and an embossed Sherpa 600 emblem on the numbered case back. The watch is fitted with a perforated rubber Tropic Sport strap and is accompanied by a branded green presentation box.

Front view of Enicar Sherpa OPS wristwatch with black dial and perforated strap, positioned in front of its green presentation box
Front view of Enicar Sherpa OPS wristwatch with black dial and perforated strap, positioned in front of its green presentation box — Watches of Knightsbridge. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.invaluable.com
Category
Wristwatch · Diving wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Enicar
Reference
144/35/03
Catalogue / lot identifier
71
Source-reported date
circa 1960s
Country
Switzerland

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Identity and Case Architecture

Catalogued as an Enicar Sherpa OPS reference 144/35/03 dating to circa the 1960s, this diving wristwatch features a black PVD-coated super compressor case measuring approximately 41 mm across. The profile incorporates integrated crown guards on the right side flanking two Enicar anti-slip crowns.

The auction description reports that the numbered case back is signed Enicar Watch Co and embossed with a Sherpa 600 emblem. However, the reverse of the case is not depicted in the available photograph, and the specific reference and movement numbers are not recorded in this source.

Evidence for this section
  • “CIRCA 1960s, REF. 144/35/03”
  • “Diameter approx. 41mm, super compressor, Sherpa 600 emblem embossed on case back, signed Enicar Watch Co, numbered, crown guards, Enicar screw-down anti-slip crowns”

Dial Configuration and Strap

The black dial features an internal rotating dive timing bezel graduated to 60 units and a date aperture positioned at 3 o'clock. Visible elements include dual crowns set within an extended right-side crown guard structure.

The auctioneer catalogued the dial as an original dial displaying some small signs of age. The timepiece is fitted with a rubber Tropic Sport strap.

Evidence for this section
  • “Internal rotating dive timing bezel graduated to 60 units”
  • “Date aperture positioned at 3 o'clock on the black dial”
  • “Original dial in excellent condition, with some small signs of age.”
  • “Strap: Rubber Tropic Sport.”

Movement and Reported Condition Issues

The movement is listed by the auction house as an automatic caliber signed Enicar, reported as working at present. The movement has not been directly inspected or photographed, leaving its caliber designation unverified.

A mechanical defect is specifically noted: the top crown for the inner rotating bezel is not functioning, does not screw down on its thread, and comes loose. Additionally, the lot includes an accompanying dark green presentation box, which the source notes is broken at its hinges.

Evidence for this section
  • “Movement: Automatic, signed Enicar.”
  • “Working at present.”
  • “top crown for inner rotating bezel not functioning and comes loose”
  • “Top crown for inner rotating bezel not functioning as does not screw down on thread.”
  • “Box is broken at its hinges.”

Open research questions

  • What specific caliber number is stamped on the Enicar automatic movement?
  • What is the specific case serial number recorded on the numbered case back?
  • Can the upper crown and bezel mechanism thread be repaired without replacing the original crown?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Enicar Sherpa OPS PVD-Coated Diver's Wristwatch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Reference144/35/03“REF. 144/35/03”
MovementAutomatic, signed Enicar“Movement: Automatic, signed Enicar.”
Case diameterapprox. 41mm“Diameter approx. 41mm”
Case constructionSuper compressor“super compressor”
StrapRubber Tropic Sport“Strap: Rubber Tropic Sport.”
Case Back MarkingsSherpa 600 emblem embossed, signed Enicar Watch Co, numbered“Sherpa 600 emblem embossed on case back, signed Enicar Watch Co, numbered”
Top Crown DefectLoose, does not screw down on thread, not functioning“Top crown for inner rotating bezel not functioning as does not screw down on thread.”
Box ConditionBroken at hinges“Box is broken at its hinges.”

Visible details

  • Dual crowns set within an extended right-side crown guard structure
  • Internal rotating dive timing bezel graduated to 60 units
  • Date aperture positioned at 3 o'clock on the black dial
  • Accompanied by a dark green presentation box marked with Enicar lettering and the Saturn logo

Research qualifications

  • Source reports the top crown for the inner rotating bezel does not screw down on its thread, comes loose, and is not functioning
  • Source notes the accompanying box is broken at its hinges
  • Movement and case back markings are not visible in the supplied photograph

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

Sold at Auction: A RARE GENTLEMAN'S PVD COATED ENICAR SHERPA OPS DIVERS WRIST WATCH

Reviewed 2026-10-21 · Record 300c0ca2b0

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