Wittnauer Genève – Swiss Automatic Dress Watch – Silver Dial – Date – Acrylic Crystal – ca. 1960s–1970s Description A classic vintage dress watch from Wittnauer Genève, a brand historically associated with Swiss precision and elegant mid-century watchmaking. This refined automatic model features a beautiful silver sunburst dial, applied baton hour markers, and a practical date window at 3 o’clock, all housed in a balanced stainless steel case. The clean dial layout, paired with the warm tone of the applied indexes and slender hands, reflects the timeless design language of Swiss watches produced during the 1960s–1970s. Powered by a Swiss automatic movement, the watch offers traditional mechanical craftsmanship and everyday usability. With its elegant proportions and classic styling, this Wittnauer Genève is a sophisticated vintage timepiece suitable both for collectors and for refined daily wear. Case • Material: Stainless steel • Diameter: 33 mm (without crown) • Design: Classic round vintage dress case with slim lugs and polished finish • Back: Stainless steel caseback engraved with Wittnauer Genève markings Glass • Type: Acrylic crystal • Features: Lightweight vintage-style crystal typical of watches from this era Dial • Colour: Silver sunburst • Layout: Applied baton hour markers with minute track • Details: Central seconds hand, applied Wittnauer logo, and date display at 3 o’clock Water Resistance • Not tested for water. Movement • Caliber: Swiss automatic movement • Type: Automatic • Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, date Strap • Type: Leather strap • Colour: Black • Length: Fits wrists up to approx. 20 cm • Condition: Very good, comfortable for daily wear Condition • Grade: B+ • Very good overall vintage condition with light signs of wear consistent with age Box / Papers • Delivered with generic presentation box Story Founded in 1885, Wittnauer built a strong reputation as a producer of reliable Swiss watches with a particular presence in the American market. Closely linked to the historic Longines distribution network in the United States, the brand became known for producing elegant timepieces combining Swiss craftsmanship with refined design. During the 1960s and 1970s, Wittnauer introduced a wide range of automatic dress watches distinguished by clean dial layouts, balanced proportions, and dependable mechanical movements. These watches embodied the spirit of classic Swiss horology: practical, elegant, and built to last. This Wittnauer Genève automatic represents that era beautifully — a timeless mechanical watch that captures the understated elegance of mid-century Swiss watchmaking. Internal Reference Number – ABA 22