Zeiss - Vintage - Ingen mindstepris - Mænd - 1950-1959

Zeiss – ETA Cal. 1080 – Fancy Lug Gold-Plated Case – Swiss Made – Men's – 1950s

Offered is a rare and elegant Zeiss Swiss-made wristwatch dating from the 1950s, distinguished by its beautifully sculpted Fancy Lug (Horn Lug) case design. The graceful lugs are a hallmark of mid-century Swiss watchmaking and give the watch a refined and distinctive appearance.

The Zeiss name is internationally renowned for German precision engineering and optical excellence. During the mid-20th century, the Zeiss name also appeared on selected Swiss-made wristwatches produced under licensing and branding agreements. These watches are now appreciated by collectors for combining the prestige of the Zeiss name with reliable Swiss mechanical movements.

Powering the watch is the dependable ETA Caliber 1080, a respected manual-winding Swiss movement introduced in the early 1950s. Known for its reliability, ease of servicing, and long-term durability, it remains a favorite among vintage watch enthusiasts.

The original ZEISS signed dial has developed an attractive natural patina over the decades, giving the watch a unique vintage character. The gold-plated case has been preserved without polishing, maintaining its authentic appearance. A new navy blue and white NATO strap has been fitted for comfortable daily wear.

Specifications

Brand: Zeiss
Country of Manufacture: Switzerland
Period: 1950s
Movement: ETA Cal. 1080
Movement Type: Manual winding
Jewels: 17 Jewels
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Central Seconds
Case Material: Gold-Plated
Case Back: Stainless Steel
Case Diameter: 33 mm (excluding crown)
Lug to Lug: 41 mm
Crystal: Original acrylic
Dial: Original ZEISS signed dial with natural vintage patina
Hands: Original gold-tone hands
Strap: New NATO strap (aftermarket)
Gender: Men's

Condition

The watch remains in original vintage condition. The dial displays age-related patina and marks consistent with over 70 years of careful use, adding to its authenticity. The gold-plated case shows normal signs of age while preserving its elegant finish. The acrylic crystal also has light vintage wear. No polishing or refinishing has been performed in order to preserve its original character.

No Box – No Papers

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No water resistance test has been performed. Therefore, no guarantee of water resistance is provided.

Vintage mechanical watches may have timekeeping variations of approximately 1–2 minutes per day depending on environmental conditions and usage. The watch will be checked with a high-precision timing machine before being shipped.

Delivery time is 5–7 days for Europe and approximately 7–10 days for other countries.

The buyer is responsible for any import VAT, customs duties, or local taxes if applicable.