Doxa - Small seconds - χωρίς τιμή ασφαλείας - Γυναίκες - 1900-1949

Doxa Small Second – Rare Unworn 1940s Ladies Watch – New Old Stock

Offered for auction is a rare and charming vintage Doxa Small Second Ladies Watch, an elegant Swiss timepiece dating from the 1940s and preserved in remarkable unworn condition.

Finding a ladies’ watch from this era in true New Old Stock condition is exceptionally rare. This piece beautifully captures the refined aesthetics of the 1940s with its delicate proportions, clean silver dial, elegant small seconds display, and highly attractive blued hands that add wonderful vintage charm.

Doxa has long been respected as one of Switzerland’s historic watchmakers, known for producing refined, reliable timepieces with timeless design. This watch is a beautiful example of that heritage.

Technical Details
Brand: Doxa
Model: Small Second Ladies Watch
Era: 1940s
Swiss Made
Movement: Swiss Mechanical Movement
Manual Winding
Case Material: Chromed Case
Case Diameter: 22 mm
Crystal: Acrylic Crystal
Dial: Silver Dial
Functions:
Hours
Minutes
Small Seconds
Strap: Original Leather Strap
Wrist Size: Fits wrists up to approximately 17 cm
Water Resistance: Untested due to age
Box: Generic Watch Box
Condition Report

The watch is presented in exceptional Grade A+ (Unworn / New Old Stock) condition.

An outstanding survivor from the 1940s, this piece shows virtually no signs of wear and remains remarkably preserved for its age.

The chromed case retains excellent condition with sharp lines and beautiful vintage presence.

The silver dial is clean, crisp, and beautifully preserved, featuring classic Arabic numerals and an elegant small seconds subdial positioned at 6 o’clock. The striking blue steel hands provide exceptional contrast and elevate the overall visual appeal.

The acrylic crystal remains in very good condition.

The watch is fitted with its original leather strap, further enhancing authenticity and collector appeal.

The movement remains a fine example of traditional Swiss mechanical craftsmanship.

Water resistance has not been tested and cannot be guaranteed.

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Story & Heritage

Founded in 1889, Doxa built its reputation on producing reliable and beautifully crafted Swiss watches that balanced elegance with precision. While the brand later became famous for professional diving watches, early Doxa timepieces from the pre-war and post-war eras are admired for their classic design and understated sophistication.

Ladies’ watches from the 1940s were designed not merely as instruments for telling time, but as personal statements of elegance and refinement. They reflected an era where every detail mattered—from dial proportions to hand design and case finishing.

This Doxa Small Second perfectly embodies that philosophy. Its compact case, graceful dial layout, and beautiful blued hands create a piece that feels both delicate and highly collectible.

What makes this example especially desirable is its rare unworn condition. Very few watches of this age survive in such beautifully preserved state, making this an outstanding opportunity for collectors of vintage ladies’ watches or anyone seeking a truly elegant piece of Swiss horological history.

A rare and highly attractive New Old Stock vintage treasure.

Internal Reference Number - FLO 125