A Post-War Swiss Gem in Stunning Condition Up for auction is a rare and beautiful vintage Oris from the 1940s. This timepiece is a true collector's item, combining the rugged "Military" dial aesthetic of the era with high-elegance "Fancy Lugs"—a design choice that was the height of Swiss luxury during the post-war period. The Dial (Exceptional Condition): The dial is in mint condition, a rarity for a watch of this age. It features a beautiful champagne-silver finish with a crisp "railway" minute track. The Arabic numerals and cathedral-style hands retain their original luminous material, which has aged to a perfect, consistent olive-green patina. At 6 o'clock, you'll find a beautifully recessed sub-second dial with a "concentric circle" texture. The Case & Design: • Fancy Lugs: The standout feature of this watch is the dual-tone "Crab Lugs." The contrast between the chrome-plated lug tops and the golden case ring creates a unique, tiered architectural look on the wrist. • Movement: A classic Oris manual-wind caliber, precision-engineered in Holstein, Switzerland. • Case Back: Stainless steel "Snap-back" design, marked "Fond Acier Inoxydable." Condition Report • Movement: The watch is currently running accurately and winding smoothly. As the service history is unknown, a routine check-up is recommended to preserve this historical movement. • Dial & Hands: Mint condition. The dial is remarkably clean with no spotting or "foxing." The hands are original and perfectly preserved. • Case: Honest vintage condition. There is visible wear to the plating on the high points of the lugs and the crown, which provides a genuine "time-capsule" feel and confirms its vintage authenticity. • Strap: Paired with a new, period-correct brown leather strap with a crocodile grain (18mm). • Crystal: Clear, high-domed acrylic crystal that beautifully magnifies the military-style dial. Technical Specifications • Era: 1940s / Early 1950s • Country of Origin: Switzerland