This is a great representation from Wittnauer of style circa 1970. It looks great on the wrist and our head watchmaker has it performing just as it did when new. The 17 jewel, automatic movement is winding, setting, and keeping time with ease. The yellow gold plated case measures 35 mm wide (not including the crown), by 38 mm lug to lug, by 13 mm thick (including the crystal). The blue and gold dial is to die for and the tonneau case is a real eye catcher.
Here is a fully restored watch, covered by our one year warranty for parts and labor, that won't break the bank. Don't miss it!
Hans Wisdorf, the founder of Rolex, had the brilliant idea way back in 1911 to register the "Marconi" name even before the Rolex name was patented. It was a stroke of marketing genius because in 1901 Guglielmo Marconi had demonstrated that radio waves could be used as a means of communication...and radio was born! This brand new technology excited the general public to no end. The registry of the "Marconi" name for Rolex was immediately associated with the invention and it had the desired effect. The "Marconi" watches really took off in the 1920's. The best, and most expensive, movements were used for that model but in limited quantities. It is interesting that because of the "Marconi" line, which were sold by only the most exclusive dealers, Rolex gained a reputation for accuracy and reliability. You could say the "Marconi" put Rolex on the map!
This Rolex "Marconi" is a great example of the appeal they had. It is just stunning to view with its two-tone dial and stylized Roman Numerals. The case is rose gold filled with a stainless steel back for wearing longevity. It measures 33 mm in diameter (not including the crown), by 38 mm lug to lug, by 9 mm thick (including the crystal). A nice size watch for its era. The 17 jewel movement is winding, setting, and keeping time just as it did when it crossed the pond from Switzerland way back in 1920. It is an "Art Deco" piece of wrist art that can be yours for not too much dough. Our one year warranty, for parts and labor, will allow you to buy with confidence...don't miss it!
This Omega "Dynamic" is in like-new condition. The case is stainless steel and measures 41mm at its widest point by 45mm lug to lug. The condition is wonderful (after more than 50 years), and the configuration is spectacular. The movement is the classic Cal. 1481, a 21 jewel automatic, that is in fantastic condition. It is winding, setting and keeping time like the great timepiece it is.
Note the two-tone dial, contrasting steel hands, markers, and the dramatic red/orange sweep second hand. The oval shaped case really gives it the look of the era with a date window at the three o'clock position to boot. You also have easy access to setting the date by simply pushing in on the crown to set -- easy peasy. The solid stainless case back shows none of the egregious case opener marks that you often see on used models, because this one is pristine. Notice the cool brushed factory finish on the case the integrated stainless steel band. Everything about this watch screams "put me on your wrist"! It's hard to resist as there is something very tactile about the case and classically smooth concentric dial design. Don't miss it!
Hamilton was at their peak when they pioneered the first electric watch in America. It was the Hamilton "Ventura," designed by Richard Arbib. The "Ventura" was made in 14K solid gold and, because it was expensive, they also produced a two-tone yellow and white gold-filled version called the Hamilton "Pacer." This watch is a "Pacer" with a fantastic original black dial, in great condition. The unusual shape of the case gives it that out-of-this-world look that is a real eye catcher. The triangular portion of the case is executed in yellow gold-fill, while the lugs are white gold-filled--a stunning combination! The hand configuration and the red tip at the end of the sweep second hand complete the look. The gold hands are a great contrast with the sleek black dial. The case measures 35 mm in width by 45 mm lug to lug, by 12 mm thick.
This watch has the original "500" movement, circa 1958, that required a cutting edge battery which was developed in conjunction with the National Carbon Company (later Union Carbide). Hamilton had developed a movement that allowed the use of intermittent pulses from the battery to power the motion of the balance wheel, thereby eliminating the need for a mainspring. We have restored this piece of horological history and our watch makers have it running like the proverbial top. Our one-year warranty will allow you to buy with confidence. This ain't no hound dog!
Omega is a legendary watch manufacturer. Not only did they make wristwatches, but pocket watches as well. With today's larger standards for case size, this Pocket Watch-to-Wristwatch Conversion stands out as an exemplary piece. It is a 15 jewel, 19 lignes, gilded movement in its original stainless steel case from 1935. At some point afterwards, the lugs were applied and the watch was re-dialed with the military-style dial and hands you see here. You get the best of both worlds: a watch that was made nearly 100 years ago, but with a style and size that suits today's tastes.
The flat black dial, with red and white accents, is so handsome that you can't wait to put it on your wrist. It displays the minutes in a large format as the first concentric chapter. This makes it very easy to see your timed mission vitals. The inner dial carries the conventional Arabic Numerals for times when you are not engaged in a life and death struggle. The seconds bit is located at the 9 o'clock position (instead of the 6 o'clock position) for an unusual look. At 12 o'clock there is the ubiquitous military red triangle with red dots at either side. The hands are luminous, with a sustained glow-in-the-dark contrast after dark. The large original "onion" crown completes the look.
The case measures 48 mm in diameter (not including the crown), by 59mm from lug to lug, by 11 mm thick (including the crystal). Yes, it is a big puppy! On the reverse you can see a plain polish back, and the slender case is easy to wear on the wrist. Inside you will see a three-quarter plate movement that is as clean as a whistle and running like the proverbial top with the high-quality Omega performance you would expect! It is a joy to behold. Our one year warranty for parts and labor will allow you to buy with confidence. Don't miss, we have only one!
Here is an interesting Military "Flieger" watch that is fairly modern, but which has been modded to look like an older timepiece. It is housed in a stainless steel case that measures 42 mm in diameter (not including the crown), by 50 mm lug to lug, by 14 mm in thickness (including the crystal) with a screw-down back. This is a large size for a vintage watch (unless it is a pocket watch conversion) so it's nice that it has all the advantages of a modern movement as well as the size advantage.
The Miyota movement is a 21 jewel, automatic that is in great condition. Our head watchmaker has it winding, setting and keeping time like new.
The real artistry in this watch is how the dial has been treated. It has been modded by a dial artist to a very dark green, with perfectly aged lume for the numerals as well as the hands. The look mimics a watch that has had a 50 life. Our one year warranty for parts and labor will allow you to buy with confidence. Don't miss it we have only one.
Very mod and cutting edge for its day! This is the gentleman's Bulova Day/Date "Accutron", with a date feature at 3 o'clock and a day-of-the-week feature just next to it. Made circa 1970, it is a very unusual "Accutron" that is a functional piece of art. The contrast of the white background for the day with the black background for the date, plus the sleek 14k gold filled case cushion-style case all combine to make this watch a real winner.
The story is told that in the 1960s, the American government wanted to keep this timing technology out of the hands of the Russians. So, they asked Bulova to keep it a secret a little longer since we were using this very accurate timekeeper in our space program. When you take a look at the informational pamphlet that Bulova put out to introduce this new idea to jewelers and watchmakers, it has a very space age, cutting edge look (for the day). In the pamphlet, it is explained that the seconds are parsed into very discrete segments by the vibrations of the "tuning fork" mechanism at the heart of the movement. Bulova advertised it as the "Watch that Hums!" The general public was very much into innovative and stylish watches and Bulova made this very interesting day/date, electro-mechanical watch for discerning men to strap on their wrists.
It is in great condition, and our watchmakers have it humming along just like it did when it came from the Bulova factory over 50 years ago. Like all Accutrons that are Cal. 218, it is set by the crown at the 4 o'clock position. The case measures 34 mm wide, by 40 mm from lug to lug, by 11 mm thick (including the crystal). Just think -- it could be humming on your wrist! We warranty all of our watches for one year for parts and labor so that you may buy with confidence.
Caravelle is Bulova's other line of watches that were made in Switzerland and are a bit more unusual. This Diver's Watch is in great condition and is very handsome on the wrist. It is a 17 jewel, manual wind watch with a central sweep seconds hand that is contrasted against a beautiful gloss black dial. The stainless steel case measures 36 mm in diameter (not including the crown), by 45 mm lug to lug, by 12 mm thick (including the crystal). This watch is better than all its parts because the overall effect is wonderful. There is a tactile quality that makes you want to put it on your wrist. It is "Anti-Magnetic", "Shock Resistant", and "Water Resistant". Our head watchmaker assures me that the 17 jewel, Swiss movement is winding, setting, and keeping time just as it did over 50 years ago. It can be yours along with our one-year warranty for parts and labor. Don't miss it!
Omega is a legendary watch manufacturer. Not only did they make wristwatches, but pocket watches as well. With today's larger standards for case size, this Pocket Watch-to-Wristwatch Conversion stands out as an exemplary piece. It is a 15 jewel, 19 lignes, gilded movement, in a modern, stainless steel case with a display back. Here you have the best of both worlds....a watch that was made after the first World War but was later adapted for the wrist. The flat black dial is so handsome that you can't wait to put it on your wrist. It displays the minutes in a large format as the first concentric chapter. This makes it very easy to see your timed mission vitals. The inner dial carries the conventional Arabic Numerals for times when you are not engaged in a life and death struggle. The seconds bit is located at the nine o'clock position for an unusual look. At the 12 o'clock position there is the ubiquitous military triangle with a dot at either side. The hands and numerals are all luminous, with a sustained glow-in-the-dark contrast after dark. There is a large brass crown that completes the look.
The case measures 48 mm in diameter (not including the crown), by 56 mm from lug to lug, by 16 mm thick (including the crystal). Yes, it is a big puppy! On the reverse you can see the gilded movement through the display back. You will see a three-quarter plate engine that is as clean as a whistle and running like the proverbial top. It is a joy to behold.
Our one year warranty for parts and labor will allow you to buy with confidence. Don't miss, we have only one!
Hamilton was the best maker in America and one look at this watch will give you a clue to how superior they were in the market. This is a Hamilton "Keith" 19 jewel, nickel, caliber 982, high-grade movement that is winding, setting, and keeping time just as it did when new circa 1949. Make sure you look at the photos of the movement to see how Hamilton earned their reputation for excellence. Also look at the dial photos to see the wonderful silver two-tone finish that makes it just sing. Not only is the silver dial skillfully rendered, it displays an interesting seconds bit at the six o'clock position. Gold "Dagger" hands are the perfect contrasting elements so that the time is easily read. Not only is this an extremely well-made watch but it is a very unusual artifact that can now be displayed on the wrist and be right on trend. Our one year warranty, for parts and labor, will allow you to buy with confidence. We have only one!
Are you in the market for a real clean classic-looking, 14K solid gold dress watch that harks back to the 1950s? If so, this may be the one for you. Elgin produced watches in Elgin, Illinois (a Chicago suburb) for over 100 years. They were the largest and most prolific of the American manufacturers and the "Lord Elgin" was their premier product. This particular Elgin is a 15 jewel beauty that is a very cool watch in more ways than one. First, the movement is a thing of mechanical beauty. Second, the classic round case gives it a great vintage look. It is also fitted with an unbreakable "Durapower" mainspring...quite a feat back in the day. In short, this is one killer wristwatch from the 1950s. The case is 14K solid gold measuring 31.5 mm wide (not including the crown), by 37 mm lug to lug, by 11 mm thick (including the crystal) and is running like the proverbial top. The dial sports raised/applied Arabic numerals and a seconds bit located at the 6 o'clock position. It takes a 16 mm band and we have fitted it with a genuine, crocodile band that gives it a very luxe look. This handsome timepiece is in fantastic, original condition and just waiting for a wrist to adorn. Remember all of our timepieces come with our famous one-year warranty for parts and labor so that you may buy with confidence.
Would you like a wonderful entry-level Swiss wristwatch that will serve you for years to come. If so, this may be the watch for you. The A. Wittnauer Co. was the exclusive sales agent for Longines starting in 1880, initiating a marriage that would stand the test of 114 years. In 1936, the Wittnauer family sold their interests and the brand was renamed the Longines-Wittnauer Co., a name that became so burnished in the public lexicon, that most people assume Longines and Wittnauer watches are one and the same. In fact, they produced different movements that were very individual to their brand.
Wittnauer was a Swiss company that made very nice watches, and this one is exceptionally nice as it is a classic configuration in a stainless steel case that measures 33 mm in width (without the crown), by 36 mm lug to lug, by 10 mm thick (including the crystal). The silvered dial displays applied, stylized Arrowhead Markers that give it a real period style. It has a very slight dial blemish towards the center of the 4 o'clock marker that does not detract, but it is the reason that it is less expensive. The date window at the 3 o'clock position and seconds bit at the 6 add some extra interest and functionality to this stylish watch. It has a 17 jewel movement that is in excellent running condition and is representative of watches made in the late 60s. We have fitted it with a smooth black leather that suits its all silver look to a "T". This is a great entry level watch for someone who wants to dip their toe into the vintage market without drowning. Our one-year warranty, for parts and labor, will allow you to buy with confidence!