Anonymous Triple Calendar Moonphase - Believed Sarcar, 1980s

Dealer description — Huntington Company

History and Significance Anonymous watches can occasionally leave behind enough clues to make their origins almost as interesting as the watch itself. This triple calendar moonphase is unsigned, so attributing it definitively to a manufacturer would be misleading. However, a nearly identical example handled in the past contained a movement signed Sarcar, creating a meaningful connection between the two watches. For that reason, this example is believed to have been produced by Sarcar, although without a signature or additional documentation, the attribution remains unconfirmed. The design itself is wonderfully unconventional. Triple calendar moonphase watches are usually imagined as traditional round dress watches, but here the complication is packed into a long rectangular case measuring just 27mm across and 38mm from end to end. Breguet- style numerals provide a classical foundation while the day, date, month, and moonphase indications fill the remaining space. There is a tremendous amount happening on a relatively small dial, yet the elongated proportions give each element enough room to retain its identity. The result feels less like a conventional complicated dress watch and more like an unusual piece of 1980s Swiss design. The manually wound Peseux 7001 is particularly appropriate for something this slender. Its architecture allowed watchmakers to build thin mechanical watches without sacrificing the tactile appeal of a traditional hand- wound movement. Paired with the gold- plated case and matching JB Champion beads- of- rice bracelet, the watch has an almost jewelry- like quality on the wrist. The bracelet also gives the design considerably more personality than a conventional leather strap would have provided. Between the possible Sarcar connection, the unusual proportions, and the sheer amount of information packed onto the dial, this is the kind of obscure vintage watch that rewards curiosity. Writer’s Thoughts The uncertain attribution is part of the appeal here rather than something that needs to be forced into a definitive answer. Having previously encountered an extremely similar watch with Sarcar actually signed on the movement makes the connection worth discussing, but leaving room for uncertainty is important. The watch is interesting regardless of what name ultimately belongs on the dial. A rectangular triple calendar moonphase with Breguet numerals is already unusual enough before the mystery even begins. The bracelet might be one of the best details. A complicated dress watch like this would normally be expected on leather, but the JB Champion beads-of-rice bracelet makes the entire package feel stranger and more period-specific. It gives the little rectangular case a surprising amount of presence and complements the warm tone of the plating beautifully. There is an eccentricity to the combination that makes the watch difficult to forget. Most importantly, this is simply a fun complicated watch. The moonphase provides color, the calendar fills the dial with information, and the manually wound movement keeps the mechanical experience traditional. The possible Sarcar history adds another layer without needing to define the watch completely. Sometimes an anonymous watch with a good mystery is more interesting than one where every answer is already known. Our Promise Every watch is thoroughly vetted, carefully described with complete transparency, and guaranteed authentic. Each piece is offered in honest condition, ensuring collectors receive a timepiece that reflects both originality and integrity. Specifications Brand: Anonymous, believed to be Sarcar Model: Triple Calendar Moonphase Year: 1980s Case Material: Gold-plated Case Size: 27mm x 38mm Dial: White dial with Breguet-style numerals, triple calendar, and moonphase display Movement: Manual-wind Peseux 7001 Strap/Buckle: Gold-plated JB Champion beads-of-rice bracelet Buckle/Clasp: JB Champion folding clasp Contents: Watch only Condition Case: Gold-plated case presents attractively for its age with surface wear and signs of use consistent with a vintage example. The overall form remains well defined. Dial: White dial remains attractive with clear printing and well-preserved Breguet-style numerals. The calendar indications and moonphase display present well with age consistent with the watch. Hands: Hands remain well preserved overall with light aging consistent with the dial. Crystal: Crystal presents well with light surface wear consistent with age and use. Strap/Buckle: Gold-plated JB Champion beads-of-rice bracelet remains attractive with visible surface wear and aging consistent with its vintage construction. Buckle/Clasp: JB Champion folding clasp remains present and functional with visible wear consistent with the bracelet.