Porsche Design Chronograph Reference 7176S
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1980s
This 1980s wristwatch is a Porsche Design model 7176S, manufactured by Orfina. It features a 40mm stainless steel case with a factory-applied matte black PVD coating, which displays wear revealing the underlying steel.
The watch is powered by a Lemania caliber 5100 automatic movement, offering chronograph functions and a day-date display with a quickset feature. The matte black dial includes tritium lume plots with a golden patina and is paired with original hands. The watch is fitted with its original PVD-finished Porsche Design "NSA" bracelet, which retains 24 links. This specific reference is noted for its association with the film "Top Gun," where a PVD-finished model was worn by the character LT Pete "Maverick" Mitchell.
The object is presently in functional condition with no noted dents or deep scratches, reflecting consistent use.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Day-Date Chronograph
- Maker
- Orfina
- Bracelet
- Porsche Design "NSA" bracelet
- Movement
- Lemania cal. 5100
- Case Size
- 40mm
- Reference
- 7176S
- Case Material
- Stainless steel with PVD coating
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Maker / attribution
- Orfina
Design
- Visible features
- • Matte black dial with vivid golden tritium lume plots • Visible wear to the factory-applied black PVD coating on the case and bracelet • Signed Porsche Design crown and pump-style chronograph pushers • Day-date window positioned at the 3 o'clock marker
- Case and Bracelet
- The 40mm stainless steel case features an original factory-applied matte black PVD finish. It exhibits signs of wear consistent with long-term use, where the black coating has partially worn away to reveal the underlying steel, particularly in areas of frequent contact. The watch retains its original signed crown and pump-style pushers, which remain operational. The original Porsche Design "NSA" bracelet is also finished in black PVD, showing wear that matches the condition of the case. It contains all 24 original links and is described as having minimal stretch, capable of fitting wrists up to approximately 7.5 inches.
- Dial and Movement
- The timepiece is powered by the Lemania caliber 5100 automatic movement. This movement provides chronograph timing, a day-date complication, and a quickset function. The movement remains in functional condition according to the provided documentation. The matte black dial is original and displays tritium lume plots which have developed a golden patina. The hands are original to the watch and complement the dial's appearance, showing no signs of degradation under UV light inspection.
- Provenance and Association
- The Porsche Design 7176S is identified with Orfina, who served as the manufacturer for Porsche Design watches from the early 1970s through the 1980s. This model is often associated with its appearance in the film "Top Gun," where a black PVD-finished version was worn by the lead character. The auction description confirms that while this specific watch is from the 1980s, its previous service history remains unknown and a service is suggested for optimal function.
Identification
- Reference
- 7176S
- Serial number
- 27XXX
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: Previous service history is unknown
- Research required: The exact manufacturing date within the 1980s is not verified