Vintage Cariole 17 Jewels Mechanical Watch | Swiss Made Aluminium Case Steel Back Hand Winding | Retro 33mm Men's Day Date Watch
$245.00
Step back into the golden age of mechanical watchmaking with this striking vintage Cariole dress watch. Brimming with retro charm, this timepiece perfectly captures the clean, sophisticated aesthetic of the early 1970s. The silver sunburst dial beautifully catches the light, contrasted by a bold red sweep-second hand and elegant gold-toned markers that give it a distinctive, upscale character on the wrist.
Crafted in Switzerland, this watch is powered by a reliable 17-jewel manual-wind movement, proudly stamped by the Fingerhut Co. (Caliber 1217-21). It features a highly practical day and date complication neatly displayed at the 3 o'clock position. The classic round aluminium case offers a remarkably lightweight feel, paired with a durable stainless steel back and its original brown leather strap, which carries a genuine, lived-in vintage patina.
Whether you are an avid vintage watch collector or looking for a unique, sustainable gift with historical soul, this Swiss beauty makes a memorable statement. It offers the tactile pleasure of daily hand-winding, connecting you directly to decades of horological tradition.
- Note: The first image is an atmospheric shot. Please see the remaining photos for close-up details and performance diagnostics.
- Brand: Cariole
- Country of Origin: Switzerland
- Movement: Mechanical Hand-Winding (17 Jewels, Cal. 1217-21)
- Era: Circa 1970s
- Case Serial No.: 10715
- Materials: Aluminium Case, Stainless Steel Back, Genuine Leather Strap
- Case Diameter (excluding crown): 1.30" / 3.3 cm
- Lug-to-Lug Distance: 1.57" / 4.0 cm
- Condition: Good vintage condition with cosmetic wear to the case, crystal, and leather strap. The original strap shows visible signs of light use and wear. The movement has been tested on a timegrapher, showing stable performance (-43s/d, 210° Amp, 0.2ms B.E.).
🎁 The perfect timeless gift for watch enthusiasts and vintage collectors!
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