A tribute to Art Deco design, this stunningly handsome men's "Jolly
Roger" wristwatch by Illinois Watch Company is both rare and extremely
desirable, circa 1929.
Magnificent men's Illinois "Guardsman" wristwatch in white gold fill and enamel in period Bakelite jeweler’s box; fitted with black cordovan strap and period buckle, circa 1930.
The perfect expression of men's Deco era wrist art, this rectangular Illinois dress watch, with its two-tone silver on pearlescent dial, scalloped case and matching period bracelet band is truly mesmeric! Circa 1931
One of the most handsome and desirable American timepieces we've had the pleasure to offer, this Hamilton "Mount Vernon" in yellow gold-fill is magnificent in form and function. The work of art with original matching gold-filled bracelet band is in original polish and is highlighted by restored dial and cleaned, oiled and calibrated mechanism. Offered in a Hamilton Bakelite presentation case. Circa 1932
Men's Jazz-Age Elgin wristwatch, handsomely designed and in excellent condition, offered in a period burgundy velvet-and-Bakelite presentation box, circa 1937.
Stunning Men's rose gold-plate "bombe" or tonneau-shaped Bulova wrist watch with rare ink-black dial and contrasting white Arabic numerals, circa 1940.
Exceedingly rare, magnificent – and original – WWII era Hamilton Seckron "D37" Fairchild “bomber timer" with custom-designed wrist strap by Strickland Vintage Watches in black cordovan and cowhide. Circa 1940.
Original WWII era military ordnance wristwatch by Elgin. Completely original and restored, fitted with a correctly recreated khaki two-piece strap. Circa 1944
Exceptionally rare, completely original WWII era U.S. Navy "BUSHIPS" wristwatch by Hamilton Watch Company. As fine an example as we’ve ever had the privilege to offer.
Strong, handsome Hamilton-Illinois automatic wristwatch with uncommon wind indicator in solid stainless steel. Wonderfully original, fitted with a black shark strap and offered in a period presentation box, circa 1950.
Stylish, enviable men's ultra-high grade 21 jewel Lord Elgin wristwatch in solid 14k yellow gold, circa 1951. Perfectly balanced for the wrist, this model is a quintessential example of Post-War, Mid-Century wrist art. Offered in a correct red Lucite factory "Lord Elgin" case.
Quite simply one of the most extraordinary timepieces ever produced by one of the world’s most remarkable watch houses, this Elgin National Watch Company “50 Million” created to commemorate the 50 Millionth watch is a masterpiece! Few were produced; most have been lost to history. This example, crisp with its original presentation card is one of the most pristine in existence. Features solid 18k buckle and mahogany presentation box. Circa 1951