TM Picard Fils - Small Second - χωρίς τιμή ασφαλείας - Άνδρες - 1950-1959

T. H. Picard Fils – Small Seconds – Jumbo – 1950s – Stainless Steel

Classic Swiss Elegance with Beautiful Vintage Patina

Offered for auction is a charming and authentic T. H. Picard Fils Small Seconds, a vintage Swiss timepiece dating from the 1950s, showcasing timeless design and honest aging.

T. H. Picard Fils, based in La Chaux-de-Fonds — the historic heart of Swiss watchmaking — represents the tradition of mid-century horology, where craftsmanship, simplicity, and reliability defined everyday luxury.

Technical Details

Brand: T. H. Picard Fils
Origin: La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland
Era: 1950s
Movement: Swiss mechanical movement
Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds
Case Material: Stainless steel
Case Diameter: 36 mm (jumbo size for the era)
Crystal: Acrylic glass
Dial: Silver dial with natural age patina
Strap: Generic leather strap
Wrist Size: Fits up to approximately 18 cm
Condition: Grade B – visible signs of wear consistent with age
Box/Papers: Generic box

The stainless steel case measures 36 mm, considered a jumbo size for its time, offering a strong yet elegant wrist presence. The lugs are slim and refined, enhancing the vintage proportions and wearability.

The silver dial is the highlight of this piece, featuring a beautiful and honest patina developed over decades. The evenly spread aging, with subtle spotting and tone variation, gives the watch a unique character that cannot be replicated.

Applied Arabic numerals and stylized indexes, combined with elegant dauphine-style hands, create a harmonious and highly legible design. The warm tone of the hands complements the aged dial perfectly.

At 6 o’clock, the recessed small seconds subdial adds depth and classic watchmaking balance, reinforcing the traditional layout of mid-century Swiss watches.

The acrylic crystal preserves the authentic vintage feel of the piece.

The caseback is marked “Acier Inoxydable,” confirming the use of stainless steel, a durable and desirable material for watches of this era.

The watch is fitted with a generic leather strap and can comfortably fit wrists up to approximately 18 cm.

Story & Heritage

Watches like this T. H. Picard Fils represent a period when Swiss watchmaking focused on precision, elegance, and understated beauty. Produced in the 1950s, this piece carries the spirit of post-war optimism and craftsmanship.

The natural patina tells the story of time itself — each mark and tone variation adding depth and authenticity. It is not just a timepiece, but a preserved fragment of horological history.

A perfect choice for collectors who appreciate originality, vintage character, and the quiet charm of classic Swiss watches.

The watch will be carefully packed and shipped insured.

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Internal Reference Number - Itm. 715