The Nivada Grenchen Mini Series brings together Antarctic and Super Antarctic watches in a 35 mm case, the size of the original 1950s Antarctic. Every model is hand-wound on the Swiss Landeron 21 (28,800 vibrations per hour, 36 hours of power reserve), under a double-domed sapphire crystal, with 5 ATM water resistance, 18 mm lugs and a penguin gold medallion on the caseback.
Antarctic 35mm Mini Series models
- Antarctic Spider Black and Antarctic Spider Silver: eight indexes applied vertically, joined by eight lines that meet at the centre like spider legs, which gives the watch its name. Curved sunray dial in black or silver, date window, polished and brushed 316L steel case, 10.1 mm thick.
- Super Antarctic Black White Luminova: a flat matt black dial with shiny silver applied indexes and bold white Super-LumiNova, no date, 41.9 mm lug to lug and 10.1 mm thick. The project started when a follower shared his vintage Super Antarctic on Instagram.
The 38 mm versions with the Swiss Soprod P024 automatic are in the Super Antarctic and Antarctic Spider collections. See also every Antarctic 35mm, our small watches, or the full Antarctic line.
Mini Series FAQ
What movement is in the Antarctic 35mm Mini Series?
The Landeron 21, a Swiss manual-winding movement. A few turns of the crown each day keep it running, with 36 hours of power reserve.
Why is it called the Spider?
The eight lines linking the indexes to the centre of the dial look like spider legs.
Is 35 mm too small?
It is the size of the 1950s Antarctic. The Super Antarctic 35 mm measures 41.9 mm lug to lug and 10.1 mm thick, so it sits close to the wrist and slips under a cuff.
Can I swim with a Mini Series watch?
They are water resistant to 5 ATM, which covers rain and hand washing. For swimming and diving, see our dive watches.
