Festina Big Second – Vintage Swiss Mechanical Watch – Gold Plated Case A beautiful vintage Festina Big Second, a refined Swiss mechanical dress watch with a warm gold-plated case, elegant silver dial and a charming small seconds display at 6 o’clock. This piece carries the unmistakable character of mid-century watchmaking, where balanced proportions, slim hands and mechanical simplicity created timeless everyday elegance. The dial is very attractive, featuring applied Arabic numerals at 12, 3 and 9, faceted hour markers and a beautifully detailed seconds sub-dial with circular finishing. The inscription “19 Rubis” adds a lovely vintage touch, highlighting the traditional jeweled Swiss movement inside. Technical Details Brand: Festina Model: Big Second Case material: Gold plated case Case size: 36 mm Case back: Stainless steel back Crystal: Acrylic glass Dial: Silver dial Movement: Swiss mechanical movement Movement details: 19 jewels / 19 rubis Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds Water resistance: Not tested / not suitable for water exposure Strap: Generic leather strap Wrist size: Fits up to approx. 21 cm Box: Generic box Condition Report The watch is in Grade B condition, with visible signs of wear and age. The gold-plated case shows normal vintage wear, small marks and plating traces, especially around the case edges and lugs, consistent with its age. The silver dial remains very elegant and well balanced, with a clean vintage look and charming applied markers. The acrylic glass shows signs of use, as expected on a vintage watch. The stainless steel back has normal surface marks. The generic leather strap is in usable condition and fits a wrist of up to approximately 21 cm. Please review all photos carefully, as they are an important part of the description. Story & Heritage Festina has a long and respected history in watchmaking, with origins connected to traditional Swiss horology and a reputation built on reliable, elegant and accessible timepieces. Vintage Festina watches are appreciated today for their classic styling, honest mechanical construction and charming period details. This Big Second model reflects the elegance of a time when wristwatches were designed with clarity and harmony. The separate seconds sub-dial gives the watch a distinguished vintage character, recalling the transition from pocket-watch-inspired layouts to refined wristwatch design. The warm gold-plated case, silver dial and mechanical movement make this Festina a graceful collector’s piece. It is not only a watch, but a small fragment of Swiss watchmaking history, carrying the beauty of age, craftsmanship and timeless simplicity. Internal Reference Number – Itm. 849