The Bidlingmaier 1160/1 watch movement, used from 1966 onwards, features an automatic mechanism with a sub-second function. It incorporates a rather large balance and includes a ball-bearing rotor with a peripheral gear situated off center. It is usually equipped with 5 ruby balls. The movement also includes a ratchet on the dial side and a crown mechanism with a rocker bar. Additionally, it has a date function that can be adjusted by changing the 21-24 hour setting.

The Bidlingmaier 1160/1 features the following functions:

• Automatic Winding
• Date: set by changing 21-24h
• Sub Second