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Rodania Super Suisso 3000 diver wristwatch

Partially verified

Dating to circa 1970 according to the dealer, this Rodania Super Suisso 3000 diver wristwatch features a tonneau-form stainless steel monobloc case measuring 45 mm in width. The two-tone green and black dial displays prominent luminous-capped hour markers recessed into an outer ring, block-style hands, and a date window at 3 o'clock. Surrounding the dial is a dark rotating bezel with ten-minute Arabic numerals and minute graduations. The dealer reports that the watch is powered by a 25-jewel automatic movement based on the AS caliber 1913, rated to 100 ATM (1000 meters / 3000 feet), and fitted with its original signed winding crown and stainless steel bracelet.

Front view of the Rodania Super Suisso 3000 diver wristwatch on metal bracelet
Front view of the Rodania Super Suisso 3000 diver wristwatch on metal bracelet — Kembery Antique Clocks And Watches Ltd. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
antiques-atlas.com
Category
Wristwatch · Diver wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Rodania
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
as579a3359
Source-reported date
1970
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

Case Construction and Dimensions

The Rodania Super Suisso 3000 features a tonneau-form monobloc stainless steel case. The design incorporates a radial brushed finish on the front surface, which contrasts with the polished finish found on the case sides and back.

The case measures 45 mm in width (excluding the crown), 49 mm in height, and 16 mm in depth including the glass. The watch is fitted with a signed Rodania winding crown and an articulated metal link bracelet.

Evidence for this section
  • “This type of case is referred to as a 'monobloc', designed to eliminate unnecesary risks of water ingress”
  • “Case width (excluding crown) 45mm”
  • “Case height 49mm”
  • “Case depth (including glass) 16mm”
  • “The back and sides of the case have a highly polished finish, contrasting to the brushed steel finish of the front.”
  • “The watch also retains its original signed Rodania winding crown.”

Dial and Bezel Configuration

The dial consists of a central green disc and a black outer chapter ring. Luminous-capped hour markers are recessed into the chapter ring, complemented by block-style hands. A date aperture is located at the 3 o'clock position.

The dial is enclosed by a rotating bakelite bezel featuring Arabic numerals at ten-minute intervals and full minute graduations. Dial text includes 'RODANIA', 'SUPER SUISSO 3000', and 'T SWISS MADE T'.

Evidence for this section
  • “The dial has a green finish to the centre, surrounded by a black outer.”
  • “The hour markers each have lume caps, set back into the black chapter ring”
  • “A recessed date aperture is visible at 3 o'clock”
  • “The dial is surrounded by a uni-directional rotating bakelite bezel”
  • “Dial text reads 'RODANIA', 'SUPER SUISSO 3000', and 'T SWISS MADE T'”

Movement and Technical Specifications

The dealer reports the watch is powered by a 25-jewel automatic movement based on the AS caliber 1913. The case back is engraved with 'Waterproof 100ATM, Automatic, Stainless steel, Swiss made'.

The depth rating of 100ATM is stated as the source of the model's '3000' nomenclature, equating to 1000 meters or approximately 3000 feet.

Evidence for this section
  • “The watch is powered by a 25 jewel automatic mechanism, based on the AS caliber 1913.”
  • “The back of the case is marked 'Waterproof 100ATM, Automatic, Stainless steel, Swiss made'.”
  • “The name Super Suisso 3000 is a reference to the depth rating of this watch of 100ATM (atmospheres), which equates to 1000m - around 3000ft.”

Open research questions

  • Verify the specific AS caliber 1913 movement architecture and its date-setting mechanism.
  • Investigate the provenance of 'Super Suisso' branding within the Rodania history.
  • Determine the typical period usage of bakelite vs. metal inserts for this model.

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Rodania Super Suisso 3000 diver wristwatch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Movement baseAS caliber 1913“The watch is powered by a 25 jewel automatic mechanism, based on the AS caliber 1913.”
Case constructionMonobloc“This type of case is referred to as a 'monobloc', designed to eliminate unnecesary risks of water ingress due to its original type of use.”
Case width45mm“Case width (excluding crown) 45mm”
Case back markingWaterproof 100ATM, Automatic, Stainless steel, Swiss made“The back of the case is marked 'Waterproof 100ATM, Automatic, Stainless steel, Swiss made'.”
Estimated Dating1970“Date 1970”
ConditionClose to NOS“The watch overall is in close to NOS condition, with practically no signs of use”

Visible details

  • Tonneau or cushion-form stainless steel case with radial brushed upper surface
  • Calibrated rotating bezel with Arabic numerals at ten-minute increments and full minute indexing
  • Two-tone dial with a central green disk, black outer chapter ring, block luminescent hour markers, and date aperture at 3 o'clock
  • Dial text reads 'RODANIA', 'SUPER SUISSO 3000', and 'T SWISS MADE T'
  • Articulated metal link bracelet fitted with straight end bars between the hooded lugs

Research qualifications

  • Internal movement caliber (AS 1913 base) and case back inscriptions are reported by the source and not visible in the photograph

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

Consulted source

Antiques Atlas - 1970's Rodania Super Suisso 1000m Divers Watch, NOS as579a3359

Reviewed 2026-10-22 · Record 72eaf932a2

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