Full Description

There’s something incredibly special about small vintage mechanical watches like this — pieces that survived decades and still carry the exact personality and charm they earned through time.

This beautiful vintage Cardinal 17 Jewels mechanical wristwatch has an amazing authentic wartime/post-war military style appearance with a naturally aged cream dial, bold Arabic numerals, and striking red sweep seconds hand that instantly catches your eye.

Inside is a signed Swiss Eloga Watch Co. 17 jewel mechanical movement — a respected Swiss maker known for producing reliable movements during the golden era of mechanical watchmaking. The movement appears clean and the watch is currently running great.

Features include:

* Swiss Eloga mechanical movement

* 17 jewels

* Incabloc shock protection

* Anti-magnetic

* Unbreakable mainspring

* Stainless steel back

* Base metal bezel

* Red sweep seconds hand

* Manual wind movement

The smaller case size and classic proportions are very characteristic of authentic 1940s–1950s wristwatches. Watches like this were built during a time when craftsmanship mattered more than oversized designs, giving them a timeless understated look collectors still love today.

The warm aged dial paired with the worn brown military-style strap gives this watch an incredible field-watch aesthetic — almost like something carried through another era. It has honest vintage character throughout without losing the beauty that makes these old mechanical pieces so collectible.

Condition:

Vintage pre-owned condition with age-related wear throughout. Crystal shows scratches/scuffs from age and use. Dial has beautiful natural patina and aging. Case shows honest wear consistent with decades of use. Strap shows wear and aging as pictured.

Approximate measurements:

* 23mm without crown

* 26mm including crown

Watch is currently running great.

A fantastic vintage mechanical wristwatch perfect for collectors, military-style watch enthusiasts, vintage fashion, display, or everyday wear.

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Packaged well for safe delivery and shipped next business day.

If more than one item is purchased I will do combined shipping and a better deal.

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