DCVW presents for sale a classic Zenith Calibre 12-4-P manual wind wristwatch, which tells accurate time for a vintage watch, presented on a handmade leather strap and a second Clockwork Synergy over/under nylon strap. The Calibre 12-4-P, which was manufactured between 1945 and 1947, was limited to 9200 pieces; the number 12 representing the size of the movement measured in lignes. This Zenith comes with a free Pelican travel case, utilized by militaries all over the world, to keep your vintage watch safe while you travel!
Zenith was founded in 1865 in Switzerland by Georges Favre-Jacot, who revolutionised watch production at the time by uniting all the watchmaking professions under one roof. Over time, Zenith established a reputation for quality and precision – uniquely, it still produces its movements in house. In 1899, it manufactured its first pocket chronograph, following in 1910 by creating onboard instruments.
In 1969, Zenith created El Primero, one of the first ever integrated automatic chronograph movements (after a three way competition, of which Seiko with its 6139 movement – sold frequently on our website – was part), which is still the world’s most precise series-made caliber.
Intriguingly, in 1975, the watchmaker Charles Vermot hid the plans, parts and tools required to make mechanical calibres in order to save them from destruction following the decision of the company that owned Zenith at the time to limit production to quartz watches only. Fast forward to 1984, mechanical watches were again in demand, and Charles Vermot gave Zenith back the production tools that he had kept safely hidden. Production of the El Primero caliber could begin once more. Major watch brands were eager to get a fresh start in this field by equipping their timepieces with this legendary movement.
As our name indicates, DC Vintage greatly respects classic manual movement timepieces - usually originating from the vintage or retro era spanning from the 1950's to 1990's - for the care taken during this period by Swiss, American, and Japanese companies to ensure owner?s of these timepieces had a keepsake worthy of lasting decades (and most likely longer) - all at an affordable price. We aim to bring these beautiful and interesting watches, the type people will undoubtedly notice on your wrist, to auction winners every week! You won't find anything boring here at DC Vintage Watches - just our unique selection of curated vintage and retro wristwatches!
DCVW has shunned quartz since our inception in 2012, and will continue to solely auction quality manual movements, with an eye to outstanding workmanship!
DIAL: Nicely patina'ed original white dial with blueish original seconds hand, and non-original minute and hour hands.
CASE: Super slim 38mm x 45mm (w/o crown) stainless steel case with original matching stainless steel caseback.
CRYSTAL: Original crystal, scratch and blemish-free.
STRAP: Handmade leather strap, with dark brown accent stiching. Second orange, white, and gray Clockwork Synergy over/under strap with stainless steel hardware.
MOVEMENT: Original Zenith-signed 17-jewel manual wind movement, which beats at 18,000bph, manufactured in in the mid/late 1940s.
CROWN: Unsigned stainless steel crown.
PELICAN TRAVEL CASE: This watch comes with its own Pelican 1010 travel carry case - free of charge. The case measures 5.9 x 2.1 x 4.1 inches, and weighs 8.5 ounces. It comes with Pelican's Pick and Pluck foam insert to customize as the auction winner sees fit. This new Pelican case holds four full-size men's watches and is watertight and dust-proof. In fact, these cases come standard with an Automatic Pressure Equalization Valve which releases built up air pressure while keeping water out. Per Pelican's website, for over 30 years Pelican has built a reputation for manufacturing the toughest cases in the world. Pelican products are designed and built to last a lifetime. Over these years Pelican cases have been used for some fairly crazy activities...and important ones too - check out some Pelican case survival stories, on Pelican's website, here.
PHOTOS: Are of the actual item for sale and correctly reflect the condition of the vintage watch for sale. Please inspect the pictures closely while disregarding the dust specks/prints on the watch ? these pictures are highly detailed and are part of the watch/auction description.
No box & papers, but DC Vintage Watches guarantees this watch is authentic!
DCVW does not guarantee any water-proofing given the age and vintage nature of the watch up for auction; no box & papers are included in this auction, but DCVW guarantees this watch is authentic
Winner, please remit payment within three days from close of auction; DCVW ships same day following receipt of cleared payment; please note, a bid is a binding contract to buy the item in this auction.
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WORLDWIDE - $17.99 USD
Item location: Washington, D.C., United States
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