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Buren Calibre 1000 (Plan-B) Movement Specifications, Beat Rate & Dimensions

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Technical Caliber Datasheet

ManufacturerBuren
Caliber ReferenceCalibre 1000 (Plan-B)
Movement TypeMicrorotor Automatic
Diameter (Lignes)12.5'''
Diameter (mm)28.0
Movement Thickness4.2
Jewel Count30 Jewels
Vibrations Per Hour18,000 BPH (2.5 Hz)
Balance Lift Angle51°
Power Reserve42 hours
Escapement TypeIntegrated micro-rotor
Shock Protection SystemIncabloc
Production Era1957-1962
Wristwatch Conversion RatingFirst micro-rotor patent in world

Historical & Mechanical Notes

The Buren Calibre 1000 (Plan-B) is revered among horologists for its mechanical architecture and precision timing characteristics. Operating with an oscillation rate of 18,000 BPH and a 51° lift angle, this movement exemplifies vintage fine watchmaking standards. Restored and wristwatch-converted examples of this caliber can be viewed at View Restored Vintage Timepieces at AntiqueWrist.

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