Eterna Manual-Wind Dress Watch "Glossy Gilt Black Dial", 1940s

Dealer description — Craft & Tailored

In 1856, a couple of guys named Josef Girard and Urs Schild started a watch movement manufacturer called, appropriately enough, Dr. Girard & Schild. They rebranded a few times, first to Schild Freres, then—perhaps after realizing that neither of the previous names rolled off the tongue—they started putting the name Eterna on their watch dials. That one stuck. The brand has put out some really incredible pieces over the years, most of which fall under the sports-driven tool watch category. But this one is more military-inspired from the ‘40s—calling to mind some of the Dirty Dozen pieces—featuring a hand-wound movement housed within a stout 36.5mm case. Dress it up or dress it down, either way, there's no doubt this beauty will work as a perfect accompaniment for any wardrobe. SPECS Stock # ETRMNWND Brand Eterna Style Manual-Wind Dress Watch Model N/A Serial 28XXXXX Size Men's Material Stainless Steel Dial Glossy Black "Gilt" Millimeters 36.5 Bracelet 2pc Handmade Leather Strap CASE & BRACELET The case appears to have been lightly polished in the past yet retains its factory case geometry and thick even lugs. The case back retains all of its factory markings in clear and legible condition. The watch will come supplied on a 2-piece handmade leather strap. DIAL & HANDS The glossy black with gilt printing and text is absolutely stunning, featuring a sub-dial second at 6 o'clock, creating a much more full look on what would otherwise be a simple design. The dial has a beautiful vintage aesthetic from the unique aging of the glossy finish throughout. The original radium-lumed Arabic numerals have taken on a lovely golden patina and display no degradation when inspected under U.V. light. The original radium-lumed gilt hands are also in excellent condition and match the dial perfectly, showing no degradation under U.V. light inspection. ACCESSORIES