This is a vintage Roamer Super Shock 17 Jewels Swiss manual-wind wristwatch, most likely dating from the late 1950s to early 1960s.
Roamer is a respected Swiss watch manufacturer founded in 1888 by Fritz Meyer. The company became well known for producing reliable mechanical watches with in-house movements. The Super Shock range featured enhanced shock protection for the movement, making these watches more durable than many of their contemporaries. Although this example is not currently running, Roamer watches remain popular with collectors and watch restorers for their quality Swiss engineering.
A genuine vintage Roamer Super Shock 17 Jewels Swiss Made mechanical wristwatch.
Featuring an attractive gold-tone case, silver sunburst dial with applied baton and Arabic numeral hour markers, centre seconds hand and a brown leather-effect strap. The stainless steel case back is marked with Roamer patent numbers and "Waterproof", typical of Roamer watches from the late 1950s and early 1960s.
This watch is being sold strictly for spares, repairs or restoration. It is not currently running, and no attempt has been made to repair, service or diagnose the fault. I do not have the specialist watchmaking knowledge or equipment to test or repair vintage mechanical watches, so it is offered exactly as found.
The overall length is approximately 24cm. Please study the photographs carefully for the exact dimensions and overall condition, as they form an important part of the description.
Any questions, please feel free to get in touch.
Sold strictly as spares or repairs.
The watch is not currently working and has not been tested beyond a basic visual inspection. No attempt has been made to repair, service or open the movement.
There are age-related scratches, marks and general wear to the case, crystal, dial and strap consistent with decades of use. The leather-effect strap also shows signs of age and previous wear. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they accurately illustrate the cosmetic condition and form part of the description.