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·Dear OF members. I hope everyone is doing well and staying safe.
After a couple of months of lurking and constantly looking to upgrade and renew my collection. I wanted to follow up with you guys and gals, after a couple of years since i posted my collection in this thread.
I'm currently the proud owner of six watches total, and i'm looking to part ways with a couple of them to expand with new acquisitions soon.
Let's start with this 70s Enicar housing a quick set automatic 165D movement. The blue sunburst dial with raised indexes is so shiny when exposed to sunlight. This is no doubt one of the best vintage dials i've seen and the pictures just don't do it justice.
This Enicar comes complete with its original bracelet and clasp.
A massive Eberhard Super Scafograf 500 from 1969. A pure toolwatch with 43mm case, a bakelite bidirectional bezel, shovel hands, screw down crown and an automatic Eberhard calibre 250-123.
My Guilde ( des Orfèvres ) PoP Super Compressor watch, with an interesting twist : The dial layout is pretty similar to the Nivada Grenchen Depthomatic. The EPSA case measures 37mm in diameter and houses a workhorse ETA 2772.
Le guilde des Orfèvres ( The Goldsmiths' guild ) was a french consortium of brands including PoP, and has been based in Haut-Doubs producing swiss made watches.
PoP had a clear affiliation with Nivada Grenchen despite being an obscure brand. I found some pictures online.
This 30s Fortis chronograph was purchased from none other than @Buytinsky and it's a small gem to say the least.
From its 32mm Staybrite, three body case with hinged lugs, to its olive pushers. This "baby chronograph" has a charming presence on the wrist.
The dial is still crisp and has developed a dark patina over the years and the blued leaf hands complete the look of the watch!
This timepiece houses a venus 175 caliber.
This very watch is probably the most curious of the whole collection. This is the product of a little known collaboration between Favre Leuba and Emilio Pucci, an italian Designer brand.
This is basically a Favre Leuba Congress, with its square case, FL crown and a twin barrel calibre 253.
The dial takes the spotlight as its surprisingly made of velvet and displaying an Emilio pucci signature design, quite uncommon for a 70s-80s watch IMHO.
I only have seen the use of fabric dials on modern timepieces such as the Hublot, Chanel and Harry Winston. Which leads me to believe that this innovation is seldom seen on vintage watches.
Of course, i wrote an inquiry to both Favre Leba and Emilio Pucci but to avail. Any insights or informations regarding this model will be hugely appreciated.
Now to the "Piéce maitresse" if you will. I've been lucky enough to have the privilege of purchasing this Longines dress watch with a spectacular sector dial.
According to Longines' Branding and heritage department,This is a reference 4204 and dates to 1939. It measures 35mm runs a caliber 12.68Z and was delivered to Ozterstetzer, Longines' agent in Italy.
This watch is extremely well built. With soldered bars, the case design and finish are just insane. The dial is very well balanced and has developed a warm patina throughout. This one is a keeper for sure!
To my understanding this Longines is featured in John Goldberger's book. I sadly don't own a copy, I'll be really greatful for any additional information relating to this rare beauty.
That's it folks! I'm happy to contribute with my humble collection. Looking forward to your feedback and comments.
Thanks for looking and have a good one. 😀
After a couple of months of lurking and constantly looking to upgrade and renew my collection. I wanted to follow up with you guys and gals, after a couple of years since i posted my collection in this thread.
I'm currently the proud owner of six watches total, and i'm looking to part ways with a couple of them to expand with new acquisitions soon.
Let's start with this 70s Enicar housing a quick set automatic 165D movement. The blue sunburst dial with raised indexes is so shiny when exposed to sunlight. This is no doubt one of the best vintage dials i've seen and the pictures just don't do it justice.
This Enicar comes complete with its original bracelet and clasp.
A massive Eberhard Super Scafograf 500 from 1969. A pure toolwatch with 43mm case, a bakelite bidirectional bezel, shovel hands, screw down crown and an automatic Eberhard calibre 250-123.
My Guilde ( des Orfèvres ) PoP Super Compressor watch, with an interesting twist : The dial layout is pretty similar to the Nivada Grenchen Depthomatic. The EPSA case measures 37mm in diameter and houses a workhorse ETA 2772.
Le guilde des Orfèvres ( The Goldsmiths' guild ) was a french consortium of brands including PoP, and has been based in Haut-Doubs producing swiss made watches.
PoP had a clear affiliation with Nivada Grenchen despite being an obscure brand. I found some pictures online.
This 30s Fortis chronograph was purchased from none other than @Buytinsky and it's a small gem to say the least.
From its 32mm Staybrite, three body case with hinged lugs, to its olive pushers. This "baby chronograph" has a charming presence on the wrist.
The dial is still crisp and has developed a dark patina over the years and the blued leaf hands complete the look of the watch!
This timepiece houses a venus 175 caliber.
This very watch is probably the most curious of the whole collection. This is the product of a little known collaboration between Favre Leuba and Emilio Pucci, an italian Designer brand.
This is basically a Favre Leuba Congress, with its square case, FL crown and a twin barrel calibre 253.
The dial takes the spotlight as its surprisingly made of velvet and displaying an Emilio pucci signature design, quite uncommon for a 70s-80s watch IMHO.
I only have seen the use of fabric dials on modern timepieces such as the Hublot, Chanel and Harry Winston. Which leads me to believe that this innovation is seldom seen on vintage watches.
Of course, i wrote an inquiry to both Favre Leba and Emilio Pucci but to avail. Any insights or informations regarding this model will be hugely appreciated.
Now to the "Piéce maitresse" if you will. I've been lucky enough to have the privilege of purchasing this Longines dress watch with a spectacular sector dial.
According to Longines' Branding and heritage department,This is a reference 4204 and dates to 1939. It measures 35mm runs a caliber 12.68Z and was delivered to Ozterstetzer, Longines' agent in Italy.
This watch is extremely well built. With soldered bars, the case design and finish are just insane. The dial is very well balanced and has developed a warm patina throughout. This one is a keeper for sure!
To my understanding this Longines is featured in John Goldberger's book. I sadly don't own a copy, I'll be really greatful for any additional information relating to this rare beauty.
That's it folks! I'm happy to contribute with my humble collection. Looking forward to your feedback and comments.
Thanks for looking and have a good one. 😀
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