Early Glashütte see where German Ingenuity Meets Sixties Flair
GUB Cal. 74x automatic
Rare bird – Rado Captain Cook from the 1960s
Size 35.5mm Movement Schild 1701 Condition Well worn! Very well worn! Lug Width 18mm Owned Yes By the early‑1960s the dive‑watch craze was in full swing. Rado, better known for sleek dress pieces, decided to chart its own course and—in 1962—launched the Captain Cook, a compact tool‑watch named after the legendary British explorer. Only about 8,000 examples were produced before the […]
Unique – Omega Chronoquartz Albatross Caliber 1611 – (1976)
The Omega Chronoquartz Albatross Caliber 1611. Released in the mid-1970s, this watch signified a bold experiment in hybrid technology, fusing the accuracy of quartz with the versatility of mechanical chronograph functions. Here’s a closer look at the history, design, and significance of this groundbreaking timepiece.
Exciting – Tissot Seastar Chronograph Lemania Cal. 1281 (1968)
In the world of vintage timepieces, the Tissot Seastar Chronograph Lemania Cal. 1281, stands as a remarkable blend of heritage, craftsmanship, and mechanical ingenuit
A Closer Look at the Omega CK 2384-8 (circa 1944) – Manual Wind 30T2
The Omega CK 2384-8 is a captivating piece from the mid-20th century that encapsulates the engineering prowess of Omega’s watchmaking. This model, produced in 1944, is hard to find with a dial in good condition, the enamel had issues right out of the factory so this example’s condition is particularly rare. Let’s explore what makes this vintage Omega a great addition to any WWII collection.
Omega ‘Calatrava’ subsecond dial – Calibre 344 made in 1953
Solid 14k gold case, and a two-tone, nicely aged factory original dial and set of original gold hands. The case measures 34.5mm in diameter, The case model is 2709. Inside the case is a pristine, freshly serviced Omega calibre 344 bumper movement.
Girard Perreguax Chronometer HF Gyrodate 1968 – Model 9080
This is a Girard Perregaux Chronometer HF Gyrodate in stainless steel from 1967, the model is 9080. It’s a fairly unique piece, with some very neat complications!
LeCoultre Memovox 1955 Timeless Elegance
LeCoultre Memovox, this model was made between 1953-1964 using the Calibre 814 movement. This particular one without any text on the inner dial was only made in 1955 to my knowledge.
JLC LeCoultre PowerMatic 1960s – Class
Lovely creme dial and heat treated blue second hand, this one uses the old school bumper movement from the 1960’s which has a unique feel when worn, if you’ve never worn a bumper movement I highly encourage you to try one.
Jaeger LeCoultre Vintage Dress Watch 1956 – Understated
This example of a 1950’s Jaeger LeCoultre Vintage Dress Watch is housed in a stunning 9K solid gold case with a nice crosshair sub-seconds dial. The patina on the dial is gorgeous and it’s super thin!