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Petermann Bedat Reference 1825 Souscription Tantalum

Archive · used only

The Petermann Bedat Reference 1825 Souscription Tantalum is a discontinued dress watch with a tantalum (high polished) case. It is priced well above the $542 median for the category. The caseback is open, so the movement is visible. No longer offered new; listed here as an archive reference for the used market.

All Petermann Bedat watchesExotic-material dress watchesCompact (38 mm and under)Display back
Price
≈$109,699 (CHF 88,000)
Material
Tantalum
Grade / type
Tantalum (high polished)
Water resistance
30 m
Type
Dress
Case diameter
38.0 mm
Origin
Switzerland
Movement
Manual, deadbeat seconds
Complications
Time only
Colour
Grey
Construction
Assembled
Finish technology
Natural finish
Caseback
Sapphire
Nickel-free
Unconfirmed (bracelet, strap, or clasp hardware not confirmed)
Bracelet / strap
Leather strap
Crystal
Sapphire
Display back
Yes
Dial
Silvered
Availability
No longer offered
Status
Archive (souscription, 10 pieces)
Not published
Reference, Thickness, Lug-to-lug, Weight, Caliber, Power reserve, Hardness, Surface treatment, Matching bracelet, Lume
High confidence Verified Jul 2026 Source: SJX Maker ↗
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Frequently asked questions

What is the case material of the Petermann Bedat Reference 1825 Souscription Tantalum?

The Petermann Bedat Reference 1825 Souscription Tantalum has a tantalum (high polished) case with a sapphire caseback. This is confirmed against the maker spec.

What size is the Petermann Bedat Reference 1825 Souscription Tantalum?

It is 38.0 mm in diameter, and water resistant to 30 m.

How much does the Petermann Bedat Reference 1825 Souscription Tantalum cost, and is it available?

It is no longer offered new; the guide keeps it as an archive reference for the used market, and it listed from $109,699 when current.

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