Is this watch suitable for swimming?

No. Its 3 ATM rating covers splashes and rain only, not swimming or showering.

What movement does it use?

A Swiss Sellita SW261 automatic with a date function and a 38-hour power reserve.

How does it compare with the Alpiner Startimer?

The Heritage Carrée is a smaller dress watch with a cushion case; the Startimer is a larger pilot-style watch with more water resistance.

The watch, original box, original documents, warranty card and manual.

What size is the case?

It is a compact cushion-shaped stainless steel case, sized for dress wear rather than as a large sports watch.

Does it have a glass back?

Yes, a display back shows the automatic movement.

Alpina Alpiner Heritage Carrée Automatic AL-530N3C6 Men's Watch

Q: Where is the Alpina Alpiner Heritage Carrée Automatic AL-530N3C6 Men's Watch cheapest?

At Nicols Jewelry, for $1,290.69, 20% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Q: What do buyers say about the Alpina Alpiner Heritage Carrée Automatic AL-530N3C6 Men's Watch?

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 16 ratings.

Q: Where can I buy the Alpina Alpiner Heritage Carrée Automatic AL-530N3C6 Men's Watch?

6 stores we checked sell it, including Nicols Jewelry, Harvey Store, PAUSE, Watch Connections Site, Cicala.

Best price now

$1,290.69at Nicols JewelryChecked Nov 3

20% under what the other stores charge

Compared across 6 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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What reviewers say

4.9 / 516 ratings

Owners rate it very highly, praising the vintage cushion case, the blue dial and the smooth automatic movement at its price point. Few complaints surface; the main notes are the modest water resistance and the short power reserve.

What people mention

Case designPraisedOwners like the cushion-shaped case and vintage Arabic-numeral dial.
MovementPraisedThe Sellita SW261 is described as smooth and reliable.
ValuePraisedBuyers say the finish and Swiss movement compare well with pricier dress watches.
Water resistanceCriticised3 ATM is seen as too low for anything beyond hand washing.
Power reserveMixedThe 38-hour reserve is called adequate but short next to longer-running rivals.

About the Alpina Alpiner Heritage Carrée Automatic AL-530N3C6 Men's Watch

The Alpina Alpiner Heritage Carrée Automatic AL-530N3C6 is a Swiss-made automatic watch from the Heritage collection. It has a stainless steel case and bezel, a blue dial with Arabic numerals, and a date function. A sapphire glass covers the dial, and a display back shows the movement.

It is powered by a Sellita SW261 automatic movement with 31 jewels and a 38-hour power reserve. Water resistance is 3 ATM. The brown leather strap closes with a pin buckle. The watch is suitable for both men and women.

Brand

Alpina

Collection

Heritage

Reference

AL-530N3C6

Movement

Sellita SW261 automatic

Power reserve

38 hours

Jewels

Case and bezel