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1950s Gubelin Dress Watch Stainless Steel W/ Silver "Sector" Dial

$ 1,650

The legendary reputation of Gubelin dates all the way back to 1854 and continues today under the same family. The brand started in Lucerne, Switzerland, in a small watchmaker's shop before later entering the jewelry business as a formal atelier. The jewelry business grew rapidly throughout Switzerland, eventually going abroad to New York City and earning the brand a comparison to New York's own Tiffany & Co. Meanwhile, the Gubelin Atelier continued its watch side of the business, primarily retailing top Swiss brands like Rolex, Patek Philippe, and Audemars Piguet – often with cosigned dials bearing the Gubelin name. 

Eventually, Gubelin began to produce watches under its own name. While they're less widely known than many of their contemporaries, the brand produced some beautiful timepieces that are, as a result, modestly priced vintage pieces with a great Swiss heritage. 

SPECS

Stock # GUBDWST-2
Brand Gubelin
Style Dress Watch
Model N/A
Serial 19XXXX
Size Men's
Material Stainless Steel
Dial Silver "Sector"
Millimeters 31
Strap Vintage 2pc Pigskin Leather Strap

  

CASE & BRACELET

The wonderfully preserved stainless steel case features charming faceted lugs that remain crisp, and is believed to remain unpolished, with only light signs of prior use present. The unsigned crown is believed to be original to the watch. The case back retains its factory finish with nominal wear present. The movement retains its original antimagnetic cover. The watch comes supplied on a vintage 2pc grey pigskin leather strap.

DIAL & HANDS

The original silver sector dial is exceptional, remaining in virtually flawless condition, and has a stunning aesthetic. The radium lume plots and arabic numerals feature a wonderful golden-beige patina and exhibit no degradation when inspected under UV light. The original radium lume black dauphine hands have aged a shade lighter than the dial and are also in exceptional condition, with no degradation present.

ACCESSORIES 

None. The watch is keeping time, but the service history is unknown. A movement service can be provided upon request.