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
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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.
Captivating, original Men’s 21 ruby-jeweled Bulova dress wristwatch in yellow gold-fill; fitted with cordovan strap and matching buckle. Offered in a period Bulova factory presentation box; circa 1947.
