Alarm Watch

Vintage alarm watches combine classic design with practical utility, thanks to their built-in mechanical chimes that remind, alert, or wake. From the Japanese-made Seiko Bell-Matic to LeCoultre’s playful Parking Meter, these mid-century creations delivered a smart blend of style and function. Models like the Vulcain Cricket became favorites of U.S. Presidents and military pilots for their reliability and loud, clear alarm, a feature that earned the Cricket its long-standing reputation as the President’s Watch.