1940s Watches

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UTI - Secret watch in gold, diamonds and rubies UTI - Secret watch in 18k gold (750°/°°), platinum diamonds and rubies. The main section, reminiscent of the typical tank motifs of t...

A rare and elegant 1940s Angelus Watch Co. Swiss chronograph, featuring a 35.5mm 18K yellow gold case that embodies classic mid-century design. The silver dial has developed a beauti...

1940s manual wind IWC Schaffhausen wristwatch featuring a clean 36mm dial and elegant 18K yellow gold casing. A timeless vintage piece with mechanical charm and refined detailing. D...

Watch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. The case is rectangular in shape, the cream colored back with golden Arabic numerals. It is marked "RECO Swiss". The bracelet is a...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch / Reference 4575 METAL / MATERIAL: Two Tone Steel & Rose Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm ...

Circa 1940s Patek Philippe 18k Rose Gold "Top Hat" 37 x 21 M.M. 2 Piece 18k Rose Gold case. Caliber 9-90 18 Jewel Nickle Lever, Mechanical, manual wind movement. Silver Satin dial wi...

Stunning watch piece. Hamilton fully mechanical wristwatch. 14k White Gold Case with multiple diamonds. 14k White Gold Kreiser Cable Band. Condition: Watch winds up and ticks. Needs...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tortue Shape METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X Width 25mm ...

Buren DH German Military Watch – WWII 1940s Authentic 35mm Vintage Manual Wind Tool Watch Experience a rare piece of World War II history with this Buren DH German Military Watch, a highly collectible and historically significant tool watch issued to the German army (Deutsches Heer) in the 1940s. The caseback is clearly stamped with “D.H”, denoting its official military issue status. Despite its age, this vintage Buren watch is in excellent condition, showing only the expected patina and wear associated with genuine military use. 🕰️ Key Features of the Buren DH German Military Watch: Brand: Buren Model: DH Military Issue Movement: Hand-wound manual movement, signed and working well Case Size: 35mm stainless steel – period correct and military grade Dial: Black dial with faded numerals and clear sub-seconds dial Crystal: Acrylic glass with minor age-related marks Strap: New black NATO-style strap (non-original but military-appropriate) Caseback: Engraved with “D.H” – authentic WWII German Army markings Condition: Very good vintage condition with minor scratches and aged lume Working Order: Passed mechanical inspection – service available on request 🔍 Historical Significance: The Buren DH watch was used by Luftwaffe pilots and Wehrmacht officers, serving as a critical timekeeping instrument during WWII. Its robust manual movement and legible design made it ideal for field use. 💬 Our View: This is a genuinely special watch — not only for its military heritage but for its preserved originality and honesty. If you’re looking for a collectible vintage military watch...

18k Yellow Gold Rolex Precision Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1943 Dainty 16mm Case. Rolex Movement Ref. 8648. Beautiful Watch. Manual Windup mechanism.  Case is 1...

Vintage Rolex Square Mens Watch 9k Yellow Gold Ref 4533 Windup Movement. Runs well. Circa 1940s Beautiful Watch. New Genuine Leather band. 27mm square case

Rolex Oyster Royal 3121 9k Yellow Gold Bezel and Stainless Steel Case. Manual Windup Movement. Runs well. Circa 1943 Beautiful Watch. New Genuine Leather band. 29mm round case ...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Width 10mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Ma...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Movado Watch Company for Tiffany & Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 44169 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Rose Gold / Gold Filled Bracelet CIRCA / YEAR: 1940...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: Early 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm x Wid...

Circa 1946 Rolex Reference 6582 "Zephyr" Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 3 Piece Case with "Zephyr" bezel. Caliber 1020 Automatic, self winding moveme...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 457 METAL / MATERIAL: Rose Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm "Lug Tip to Lu...

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FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Prince Drs. Watch / Reference 1490 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X ...

Brand Van Cleef & Arpels Reference number D2301ri Dealer product code 15926 Movement : Mechanical Case material Yellow gold Bracelet material Yellow gold Year of production 1940-194...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Veri-Thin / Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm, Lug Tip to Lug...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm "Lug Tip to ...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Bracelet Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X Width 14mm MOVEM...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Bulova Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X Width 21mm ...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Curvex METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Gold / Reference 568 CIRCA / YEAR: 1947-48 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Wi...

Finely crafted in 14k yellow gold. Signed by Hamilton Circa 1940s Size 7 1/2 inches

FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress / Reference 2105 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X Width 17mm MOVEMENT ...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold-Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Width 23mm ...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 705 METAL / MATERIAL: 10Kt Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X 22mm Width MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 16 Jewels / Caliber 335 DIAL / HANDS: Factory Original Dial with Baton and Roman Numeral Gilt Markers / Gilt Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Leather, 16mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement This is a "vault find" watch, it has been locked up for nearly 50 years, which means it needs a service. We will give it a factory quality service by our finest watchmaker as part of the purchase price before it is shipped out to you. This will delay shipping for a few days of course. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This great looking Art Deco Watch was produced by the legendary house of Gruen. This watch still has an original flawless dial and original factory hands as well. We seldom see this model and never in this condition. The watch is dependable and easy to service. In the 1930's, we became Gruen agents in Los Angeles California. Gruen was a great company to work with because they had a large collection, great styling, they were innovative and offered great service to their customers. This is the only example of this watch we have ever seen. It is sad that they could not, like so many other American Watch Companies, withstand the Swiss and Japanese marketing. Founded in 1894 by Dietrich Gruen. The company had their American base in Cincinnati, Ohio, and it produced a wide variety of watches, including pocket watches, wristwatches, and chronographs. Gruen watches were known for their high quality and stylish designs, and they were popular with consumers for many years. In the 1920s, Gruen was one of the largest watch manufacturers in the United States. The company employed over 1,500 people and produced over 1 million...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 33mm Length X 14mm Diameter MOVEMENT / C...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Wittnauer Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Bracelet Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Rose Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 37mm Length X 14mm Di...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Vacheron & Constantin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Bracelet Style METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold DIMENSIONS: Length 25mm X Width 14mm CIRCA: 1940...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Rose Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X Diameter 36mm MOVEMENT / C...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe & Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Tank Style / Reference 424 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe et Cie. STYLE / REFERENCE: Round Art Deco / Reference 2494 METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Rose Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 41 Length X 33 D...

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FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm, Lug Tip to L...

Get your hands on this ultra-rare piece of Elgin history! Have you every seen something this sophisticated and beautiful? This is featured in a white and brilliant gold with a black ...

This is a 1940s 14ct yellow gold unisex Rolex Chronometer watch. The dial is an off-white colour with rose gold hands and roman numeral indices...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Len...

Timepieces by Omega have been long admired for their functionality, desirability & power. This particular example is a Military watch, dating from circa 1943. ~~~ Being in amaz...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Bracelet Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 34mm X Width 14mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels / Caliber 750 DIAL / HANDS: Original Silvered with Mixed Makers / Blued Steel Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: 6mm Width / 6" Length or 15.3cm WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement This elegant ladies diamond dress watch This unique art deco ladies diamond dress watch has just been serviced by our team and keeps dependable time. Hamilton is a legendary American house/ Hamilton pocket watches are renowned for their accuracy since 1892. They were the most reliable pocket watches...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: De Luxe / Art Deco Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm X Width...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Wittnauer Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 36mm Length X 26mm Width MOVEMENT / ...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Evening Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum & 14Kt. Gold Bracelet CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 50mm X Diameter 14mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 22 Jewels / Caliber 757 DIAL / HANDS: White Dial with Silver Markers / Silver Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Gold Diamond Bracelet / 5 7/8 Inches or 15cm WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This great looking all original Art Deco Watch is all original and produced by the legendary American House of Hamilton. The watch has just been given a factory quality service by our finest watchmaker and keeps dependable time. We seldom see diamond dress watches in this condition. This one is very elegant and in exceptional condition with 1.75cts. of VS Diamonds. If you are looking for a spectacular watch for special evenings The wrong train, on the wrong track, at the wrong time at the end of the 19th century frequently resulted in disastrous train wrecks. In response to the critical need for accuracy on the nation’s railroads, laws were passed in 1891 establishing set standards of accuracy. All engineers and railroad workers were required to purchase and maintain their watches to keep accurate time based on set standards, about 30 seconds per week was the tolerance. This was the inspiration for The Hamilton Watch Company which was founded in 1892 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The company was started by a group of investors who were looking to create a high-quality, American-made watch. Hamilton quickly became a leading manufacturer of pocket watches, and by the early 1900s, the company was supplying watches to the US military. In 1917, Hamilton introduced its first wristwatch for service men entering the first World War. The wristwatch quickly became popular with both soldiers and civilians recognizing how practical they were. Hamilton continued to grow throughout the 1920s and 1930s, and by the 1940s, the company was one of the largest watchmakers in the world. Hamilton had exceptional engineers and designers and their watches were elegantly styled as well as dependable. As a watchmaker myself I consider Hamilton to be one of the worlds “best” watches. It was mass produced perfection. Even today, you can take 100 old Hamilton’s of the same model apart and shake them up in a bag and reassemble 100 watches that will work perfectly with almost no adjustment. This is an achievement. In the early 1930’s our family store in Los Angeles was the a “Hamilton” Store. Even during the depression though Hamilton did not allow you to discount the price to sell a watch. Also, in the neighborhood was another Hamilton store and one day the owner sent in a “shill” to buy a Hamilton from us. Someone gave them a slight discount. Well, that was all it took for Hamilton to “pull the line” from us. In those days the local jewelry supply houses sold you the watches and they were all told not to sell to us. We simply contacted Gruen, and they were very excited to have a new account...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolexl Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 4554 METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Rose Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Width 17mm ...

Pre-owned 18K gold Patek Philippe 425J "Tegolino" manual watch, circa 1940. Complete with original Patek Philippe box. All case and movement parts original Patek Philippe. Movement in working condition. Features a sub-second dial, calibre 9"90, tonneau-shaped case, elongated lugs, and the prestigious Geneva Seal. Applied hour indexes and tonneau-shaped cases are typical of the industrial designs of the 1940s. Elegant, and sleek lines inspired by American automobile design of the time. ✔ Manufacturer: Patek Philippe ✔ Circa 1943 ✔ Case Number: 793 ✔ Ref Number: 425J ✔ Model: "Tegolino" ✔ Material: 18K yellow gold ✔Calibre: Manual, cal. 9-90, 18 jewels ✔ Bracelet/Strap: Alligator ✔ Clasp/Buckle: 14K gold (signed) ✔ Dimensions: 20mm Width, 40mm Length ✔ Signed: Dial and movement Leather strap and 14k gold buckle not original Patek Philippe parts...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Solid Yellow and White Gold DIMENSIONS: Length 47mm X Width 29mm CIRCA: 1940's MOVEMEN...

An, exceptional vintage 0.25 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow, rose and white gold ladies wristwatch; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This exceptional, stunning, fine and impressive Bucherer gold watch has been crafted in 18k white, rose, and yellow gold. This ladies wristwatch is fitted with a Bucherer unadjusted 17 jewel movement, the rectangular 'antique white' face fitted with applied gold hour markers within a rectangular track style chapter ring denoting minutes. The manual wind watch is fitted with yellow gold watch hands and a plain crown/winder and clearly displays the maker's name 'BUCHERER' in addition to '17 JEWELS' and 'SWISS MADE'. The watch face is flanked to the upper and lower borders with a row of 18k white gold pavé set eight-cut diamonds. The substantial bracelet of this stunning vintage wristwatch is composed of eight pierced decorated, shaped and lobed links, crafted in a combination 18k yellow and rose gold. The bracelet secures with a discreet hinged clasp to the reverse. The caseback is clearly struck with the Swiss hallmarks for 18k gold (Helvetia's head) and the 18k gold fineness mark (18K750). The clasp is also hallmarked with the 18k gold fineness mark (CB750). This vintage diamond watch...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Buren Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 42mm Length X 23mm Diameter MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels / Caliber DIAL / HANDS: Silvered with Gilt Numerals ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Leather, 14mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement This is a "vault find" watch, it has been locked up for nearly 50 years, which means it needs a service. We will give it a factory quality service by our finest watchmaker as part of the purchase price before it is shipped out to you. This will delay shipping for a few days of course. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This unique watch Buren is done with an unusual articulated design. These watches were called "Drivers Watches...

Introducing the Longines 1940's Sei Tacche Military Style Watch – a vintage 33mm stainless steel timepiece with a round case. The beige dial, featuring f...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tonneau Shape METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Width 27mm...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Baume & Mercier Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum / Diamond CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 58mm X Width 10mm MOV...

Vintage Ebel Diamond and Platinum Bracelet With A Hidden Manual Wind Watch. Set in platinum, with over 11 carats in mixed cut natural diamonds. This vint...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Eterna Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 26mm X Width 16mm MOVE...

Exquisitely detailed & crafted from finest quality materials, this Art-Deco cocktail wristwatch dates back to year 1947-48, yet it's in immaculate condition & in excellent working o...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 33mm Length X 17mm Diameter MOVEMEN...

Circa 1942 Rolex Ladies Reference 3869 Bubble Back Wrist Watch, 24 M.M. Stainless Steel 2 Piece Oyster case, original and unpolished, original Oyster Crown. Automatic, self winding ...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 23mm x Width 41m...