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Men's 1925 WWI Submarine Presentation Watch

$2495

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Exceedingly handsome, historically significant and original sterling silver wire-lug wristwatch with WWI Submarine Warfare-related engraving, circa 1925.

Men's 1924 Ditisheim Winton Dress Watch

$995

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Men's gloriously oversized "Winton" wristwatch by Ditisheim in yellow gold fill, circa 1925.

Men's 1926 Zenith Oversized Case in Sterling Silver

$1750

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Extremely handsome men's early, oversized Zenith wristwatch in a hinged, rectangular case of solid sterling silver, measuring an impressive 41mm by 25mm by 10mm thick (!) Offered with a bespoke black cordovan strap custom-fitted to the client's wrist. Circa 1926

Men's 1926 Hamilton Dress Wristwatch

$995

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Without question, Hamilton Watch Company of Lancaster, Pa. has emerged as one of the finest watch houses to ever build a timepiece. Around the world, the Hamilton watch is lauded for its innovative design, both functionally and artistically. Beginning their claim to fame as designers of railroad pocket watches with degrees of error measured within fractions of seconds a day, Hamilton went on to become major forces in the wristwatch line, hiring the brightest designers and engineers to oversee development of hundreds of original styles. Today, Hamiltons retain their spot as most favored timepieces among fashion artists and collectors.

What better example of the excellence of Hamilton Watch Company than this'20s-era wristwatch with a superb, original '20s-era dial and smooth, white gold-filled case? Its quintessential Art Deco design, oversized "boxcar" numerals and "stained glass" hands all enhance what is one of the most unusual Hamiltons you'll find anywhere.

The white gold-filled bezel sweeps down to form stylish lugs on a crisp, original white gold-filled case. The original 17 ruby jewel 987 movement keeps good time, as it has been thoroughly cleaned, oiled and calibrated by our expert watchmaker. We've even fitted this 35mm by 26mm masterpiece with a period new-old stock strap. Offered in an equally handsome period presentation case. What a fine-looking work of Deco wrist art!

Men's 1928 Hamilton 'Cut Corner' Dress Watch

$995

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Men's "cut-corner" Hamilton wristwatch in a white gold-fill case with black enamel fettered chase-work; offered in period Bakelite presentation case, circa 1928.

Men's 1929 Illinois New Yorker Dress Watch

$1495

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Considered one of the most desirable American-made wrist watches, the Illinois "New Yorker" the very tactile embodiment of the Deco Movement. This example, in white gold fill, features an original dial and factory enameling. Circa 1929

Men's 1929 Illinois Jolly Roger Wristwatch

$2995

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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.

Men's 1929 Illiniois Mate Dress Watch

$1495

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Considered "America's Favorite Strap Watch" by Illinois, the "Mate" is the sensuous embodiment of the Deco Movement. This example, in white gold fill, features a magnificently restored two-tone platinum-over-silver dial, balloon spade hands and a matching sub-seconds register. Fitted with a new-old stock strap; offered in a custom-fitted period presentation case, circa 1929.

Men's 1929 Illinois Two-Tone & Enamel Dress Watch

$1995

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An intensely satisfying tactile embodiment of the Deco Movement, this extraordinary two-tone yellow and white gold-filled Illinois wristwatch features a fancy enameled bezel; magnificent, completely original two-tone platinum-over-silver dial and “stained-glass” hands with matching sub-seconds register. Fitted with a new-old stock vintage chocolate crocodile strap and offered in a custom-fitted period presentation case. Circa 1929

Ladies 1930 Elgin Art Deco Triangle Dial Watch

$2495

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Extraordinarily rare and a triumph of Deco design, this futuristic ladies Elgin features a black enameled bezel and triangular face. Offered in a custom-fitted Elgin presentation box, circa 1930.

Men's 1930 Gruen Duo-Dial Doctor's Watch

$2495

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Rare and stunning men's Gruen Duo-Dial doctor's watch in original yellow gold-fill "Chrysler Building" case, circa 1930.

Ladies 1931 Elgin Arts & Crafts Watch

$895

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An exceedingly rare and strong "Arts and Crafts" case on this ladies Elgin is a remarkable work of horological art, circa 1931.

Men's 1931 Illinois Rectangular Dress Watch

$1495

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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

Men's 1931 Elgin - Extremely Rare Model

$1750

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Stunning and extremely rare, this men's oversized Elgin wristwatch with stunning black enameled inset bezel is just the timepiece to transport you back to Jazz Age of Gatsby, complete with what we believe to be its original bracelet band. Offered in a period Elgin factory presentation case, circa 1931.

Men's 1932 Hamilton Mount Vernon Dress Watch

$2250

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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 1933 Kelton Dress Wristwatch

$475

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New-Old Stock Kelton wristwatch in its original presentation box, featuring an an exceedingly handsome wrist stance and fine Deco aura; circa '30s.