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Eberhard Scafodat 18K RG (Ref. 11532-1) "Roulette Date Wheel", 1960s

DocumentedDocumented from a dealer's listing; attribution and date as stated by the dealer.
Maker / attribution
Eberhard (maker)
Date
1960s
Country of origin
Switzerland
Object type
Wristwatch
Stock no.
EBHS115321
Credit line
Dealer listing, Craft & Tailored (EBHS115321)
Catalogue title (original)
1960s Eberhard Scafodat 18K RG (Ref. 11532-1) "Roulette Date Wheel" W/ Box (English)

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Record summary

Catalogued by Craft & Tailored (dealer), Los Angeles (stock number EBHS115321), this is a wristwatch by Eberhard, made in Switzerland, dated 1960s. The Atlas places it in the Modern Mechanical Horology period (1945 – 1969) of its Wristwatches collection. The record is illustrated with 6 photographs.

Assembled from the source record's structured fields. Dates and attributions are given as the source states them; where a field is missing the Atlas leaves it blank rather than estimating.

Catalogue description

Dealer description — Craft & Tailored

When George-Emile Eberhard founded his eponymous watch company in 1887 at just 22 years of age in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, it would've been hard to imagine he would eventually grow it into one of the largest Swiss watch manufacturers of the early 1900s. Though Eberhard & Co. had a lot of influence on Swiss watchmaking history, they've remained a more "under the radar" brand than many of their contemporaries. But that just makes things like this Scafodat even more special. Not only is it a testament to the rich history and bold outlook of the brand, but it's also a perfect reflection of the era in which it was crafted. Made out of a stunning 18k rose gold with a matching bracelet, it exudes an incredible degree of charm and warmth. This comes with its original box, making it even more of a quintessential dress watch for the collector who wants something that will turn heads and start conversations. SPECS Stock # EBHS115321 Brand Eberhard & Co. Style Scafodat Model 11532-1 Serial No. 35X Size Men's Material 18K Rose Gold Dial Silver Millimeters 35.5 Bracelet Eberhard 18K Rose Gold Stretch-Link Bracelet CASE & BRACELET The 18K rose gold case is in incredible condition overall, showing minimal signs of previous polishing and light signs of use expected for the age of the watch. It features the original signed crown. The case back retains all of the original factory markings in deep and crisp condition. The watch is paired with its original matching rose gold stretch-link bracelet with an Eberhard-signed clasp, which is stamped 3/63. The long bracelet retains 27 links that show no stretch and will fit up to a 7-inch wrist. The watch comes with 3 additional links that can be added to the bracelet. DIAL & HANDS The warm silver-colored dial is in immaculate condition without any damage or notable age, and features an alternating red and black "roulette" date wheel at 3 o'clock. The rose gold indices are bright and remain very presentable. The original rose gold dauphine hands show only the slightest oxidation and are in near-perfect condition. ACCESSORIES The watch comes with its original green Eberhard box. The watch is keeping time, but the service history is unknown. A movement service can be provided upon request.

Historical context

Modern Mechanical Horology (1945 – 1969)

Tool watches for divers, pilots and astronauts; electric watches anticipate the electronic age.

The classic era of the mechanical wristwatch: dive watches, chronographs for motor racing and space flight, GMT watches for jet travel, slim dress watches, automatic calendars, and the rise of Japanese manufacturers alongside Swiss, American, German and Soviet industries.

Read the period in the timelineMore wristwatches from this periodEarlier: Golden Age of Mechanical Watchmaking

Atlas type guide

Wristwatches

Bracelet watches were worn by women from the early nineteenth century — Breguet made one for Caroline Murat, Queen of Naples, in 1810–12 — but the wristwatch only became a man's instrument with military use and aviation in the early twentieth century. Between the World Wars it overtook the pocket watch; the 1920s and 1930s brought rectangular Art Deco cases, water-resistant cases and the first automatic winding systems.

After 1945 the wristwatch became a carrier of identity — dress watches, sports and dive watches, chronographs, calendars — produced by Swiss, American, Japanese, German, Soviet and Chinese industries. The quartz revolution after 1969 and the mechanical renaissance since the 1990s, including the rise of independent watchmakers, complete the story.

What to look for

  • The reference number (between the lugs or inside the case back) and serial number, the starting point for dating.
  • The calibre: its maker and number are often stamped under the dial or on the bridge.
  • Originality of dial, hands and crown — refinished ('redial') dials are common.
  • Case material marks: 18K/750, 14K/585, stainless steel, gold-filled, plated.

Dating clues

  • Wire-lug cases: before c. 1925.
  • Water-resistant screw-down cases: from 1926.
  • Quartz movements: from 1969; sapphire crystals widespread after c. 1980.

General guidance written by the Atlas editors about this kind of object. It is not a statement about this particular piece; for that, rely on the source record above and on physical examination.

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