Wyler Vetta - Small Second - Ingen mindstepris - 580910 - Mænd - 1960

Wyler Vetta Incaflex – Small Seconds – Swiss Mechanical – Chrome-Plated - 17 Jewels – 1950s–1960s

A refined vintage Wyler Vetta Incaflex wristwatch dating approximately from the 1950s–1960s, combining classic mid-century styling with one of the most recognizable technical names associated with Wyler: the Incaflex system.

The watch features an elegant silver-tone dial with applied rose-gold-tone hour markers and matching dauphine-style hands. A beautifully proportioned small-seconds subdial at 6 o’clock completes the traditional dress-watch layout. The dial has developed visible natural patina over the decades, giving this example an authentic vintage character rather than the appearance of a restored piece.

Inside is a Swiss hand-wound mechanical movement signed “Wyler Watch Co.”, fitted with 17 jewels and visibly numbered 360910.

Technical Details
Brand: Wyler Vetta
Model: Incaflex / Small Seconds
Type: Vintage mechanical dress wristwatch
Case material: Chrome-plated
Case diameter: Approx. 35 mm
Case back: Stainless steel back
Crystal: Acrylic
Dial: Silver-tone dial with natural vintage patina
Hour markers: Applied rose-gold-tone indexes with Arabic numerals at 12 and 6
Hands: Rose-gold-tone dauphine-style hands
Movement: Swiss mechanical, manual winding
Jewels: 17 jewels
Movement marking: Wyler Watch Co.
Movement number: 360910
Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds
Special feature: Incaflex
Strap: Generic black leather strap
Strap length: Approx. 21 cm
Water resistance: Not tested for water.
Box: Delivered with generic presentation box.
Condition Grade: B+

Condition Report
This Wyler Vetta Incaflex is in Grade B+ vintage condition, with visible signs of age and use consistent with its period.
The chrome-plated case shows some scratches, marks and areas of plating wear. The stainless steel case back presents normal surface marks from previous use.

The silver-tone dial displays natural ageing, spotting and patina, clearly visible across the surface. The applied indexes and hands also show age-related oxidation and wear, contributing to the authentic vintage appearance of the watch.
The acrylic crystal shows signs of normal use.
The Swiss mechanical movement is signed “Wyler Watch Co. – Seventeen 17 Jewels” and remains an important feature of this example.

The watch has not been tested for water resistance. Not tested for water.
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Story & Heritage
Wyler occupies an interesting place in Swiss watchmaking history, particularly because of its association with the Incaflex concept. Rather than relying only on conventional shock-protection solutions, Wyler became known for developing a distinctive balance-wheel construction designed to improve resistance to shocks — an important technical concern for mechanical wristwatches of the period.

The Vetta name is historically associated with Wyler watches sold particularly in the Italian market, and vintage examples carrying the Wyler Vetta signature are today an interesting niche for collectors of mid-century European watches.
This example captures the restrained elegance of the 1950s and early 1960s: a generous 35 mm case, silver dial, warm applied indexes, dauphine hands and a traditional small-seconds display at 6 o’clock.

Its Incaflex signature, 17-jewel Swiss movement and original-looking aged dial give the watch both technical interest and strong period character.
A charming vintage mechanical watch for collectors who appreciate Wyler Vetta, traditional Swiss hand-wound movements and authentic mid-century design.

Internal Reference Number - ITM-928