Movado Vintage Military Trench Watch Sterling Silver Large Case Porcelain Dial 1920s (Unpolished)

1920s Vintage Movado Trench Watch in Sterling Silver with Manual Movement and White Porcelain Dial

Movado Military

Movado is a Swiss watchmaker founded in 1881, known for producing quality timepieces across various market segments. The brand gained recognition for its innovative designs and reliable movements throughout the 20th century, with particular strength in creating both military-issued and civilian watches during the early decades. Movado developed a reputation for precision timing instruments and became a supplier to various military forces during both World Wars.

This Military model represents a 1920s trench watch, featuring a sterling silver tonneau-shaped case measuring 34x50mm. The oversized dimensions were notable for the period, as wristwatches were still transitioning from smaller, more delicate proportions. The watch displays typical trench watch characteristics including a white porcelain dial with large Arabic numerals and blued steel hands, designed for optimal legibility in field conditions. The manual winding movement and overall construction reflect the practical military heritage of such timepieces.

The example shows expected age-related characteristics including natural silver patina and a small dial chip, consistent with pieces from this era. The tonneau case shape distinguishes it from more common round military watches of the period, making it a representative example of early 20th century military timekeeping. While lacking original documentation, the watch demonstrates the functional design principles that defined military watches of the 1920s.

Key Details To Consider

Vintage Movado Military trench watch from the 1920s featuring a manual winding movement housed in a sterling silver 925 case. The large tonneau-shaped case measures 34 x 50mm, which was considered oversized for its era. The case displays natural patina throughout and retains its original maker stamps positioned at 9 o'clock.

The white porcelain dial features oversized Arabic numerals and blued steel hands. The dial shows good condition for its age with one small chip visible between the 9 and 10 o'clock positions that is only noticeable at certain angles.

The movement's service history is unknown but currently runs well with strong amplitude. Case shows unpolished condition with age-appropriate patina typical of vintage silver cases.

Comes on calfskin strap. No box or papers included. This represents a rare example of 1920s military watch design with original features intact.

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