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Enicar is one of those brands that hardcore vintage guys know, and casual collectors usually overlook. Which is a shame — because during the golden age of tool watches
Enicar was out there going toe-to-toe with Omega, Longines, and Rolex… and winning, more often than you’d expect.
Racing, diving, exploration — Enicar was in it. And the watches they left behind? Totally worth chasing.
Founded in 1913 by Ariste Racine (fun fact: “Enicar” is Racine spelled backward), the brand was based in La Chaux-de-Fonds, then later moved to Lengnau.
They started with pocket watches, then moved into wristwatches, gaining traction for their precision and robustness.
By the 1950s and ‘60s, Enicar had become a legit player in the tool watch world, producing Super-Dive, Chronograph, and Sherpa models that were worn by explorers
divers, pilots, and even Formula 1 drivers. The brand had real adventure credibility — including supplying the Swiss Himalayan expedition to Everest in 1956.
They made their own movements (through their AR calibers), used advanced case sealing tech, and pushed design when others were still playing it safe.
Then came the quartz crisis. And like many independents, Enicar didn’t make it. But the legacy? Still ticking — and still collectible.
Enicar watches from the vintage era are design-rich, well-built, and full of character.
Top pieces include:
Collectors also love Enicar’s signature Saturn logo, funky case shapes, and bright, experimental dials — especially in the late ‘60s/early ‘70s era.
Because it checks the vintage boxes:
You can get a legit, vintage, Swiss-made, compressor-cased diver or a Valjoux 72 chronograph from Enicar — often for less than the cost of a comparable Omega or Heuer.
That value won’t last forever.
Only vintage — though the Enicar name has been acquired and may be revived, the real collector pieces are from 1950–1975.
Look for:
Condition and originality matter. Dials and hands are often swapped, so find honest examples — they’re out there.
Enicar is still one of the most underrated vintage Swiss brands out there.
I’ve handled a few Sherpa Jets and Super-Dives over the years, and every time I think: “If this had an Omega logo, it’d be double the price.” The build is there.
The movements are good. The designs are killer. And the stories? Himalayan expeditions and Formula 1 legends — come on.
If you’re into vintage and you want character and pedigree without the hype premium, Enicar is a no-brainer.
Delray Watch is always on the lookout for unique Enicar watches — especially Sherpa Graph, Super-Dive, and Jet models.
If you have an Enicar watch you’re ready to sell or trade – reach out. We’re always buying.
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