A vintage Swiss-made Sovereign mechanical wristwatch featuring a simple 1-jewel manual-wind movement. Designed as an affordable everyday timepiece, the dial is marked “Shock Protected” and “Waterproof,” reflecting common mid-century marketing language rather than modern performance standards. This watch exemplifies the utilitarian, entry-level Swiss watches produced for mass export during the 1950s and 1960s. An honest example of vintage budget watchmaking.
Specifications
SKU
01152026000712
Item
Wristwatch
Brand
Sovereign
Model
Shock Protected
Dial Color
White
Indices
Arabic Numerals
Case Material
Chrome Plated
Movement
Mechanical
Country
Swiss
Gender
Men's
Jewels
1 Jewels
Department
Men
Condition
Case
Shows desk marks and light scratches.
Crystal
Shows minimal signs of wear.
Dial
Shows discoloration and signs of aging.
Crown
Shows plating wear through and some wear.
Band
Genuine Calf Skin Kreisler band.
Function
Running strongly with no apparent issues, but no known service history.
Timing Data
Gaining 24 seconds a day, 221 amplitude, 1.0 ms beat error
Measurements
Diameter
34mm
Thickness
10.5mm
Lug Width
18mm
Lug to Lug
40.5mm