Sicura World Time Super Waterproof 200 – 25 Jewels (Swiss Made) – Rare 1960s Collector's Overview Model Overview The Sicura World Time is one of the brand's most distinctive vintage tool watches from the late 1960s to early 1970s. Long before Sicura acquired the Breitling name, the company became known for producing innovative and affordable Swiss watches with bold designs aimed at travelers, divers and aviation enthusiasts. This model features a rotating world-time city bezel, allowing the wearer to reference different time zones, combined with a clean, highly legible black dial and an mechanical 25-jewel movement. Compared to standard Sicura models, the World Time version is encountered far less frequently and has become increasingly sought after by collectors of unusual vintage Swiss watches. Technical Specifications Brand: Sicura Model: World Time Super Waterproof 200 Movement: mechanical, 25 Jewels Country of Manufacture: Switzerland Production Era: Late 1960s – Early 1970s Case Material: Stainless steel Diameter: Approx. 36–37 mm (without crown) Bezel: Bi-directional rotating World Time city bezel Crystal: Acrylic Water Resistance: Originally marked "Super Waterproof 200" – not tested due to age Dial & Hands Dial Colour: Black Markers: Applied luminous baton indices with Arabic numerals at 12, 9 and 6 Date: Yes, framed date window at 3 o'clock Branding: Sicura – 25 Jewels – Super Waterproof 200 – Vacuum Tested – All Swiss Made Hands: Original luminous baton hands with central seconds Caseback Material: Stainless steel Attachment: Screw-down caseback Engravings: Diver motif with "Super Waterproof", "200 Vacuum Tested", "All Stainless Steel" Strap & Buckle Strap: New aftermarket genuine leather strap Buckle: Stainless steel pin buckle Notable Historical / Brand Context Sicura earned its reputation during the 1960s and 1970s by producing robust Swiss watches featuring unusual complications and adventurous styling. Ernest Schneider, owner of Sicura, would later rescue Breitling during the Quartz Crisis, making early Sicura watches an important chapter in modern Swiss watchmaking history. World Time models such as this one combine vintage travel aesthetics with practical functionality and are considerably rarer than standard Sicura divers or dress watches. Collector Appeal & Value Potential Vintage world-time watches continue to attract strong collector interest, particularly examples with original dials and rotating city bezels. This Sicura offers excellent vintage character, a reliable Swiss mechnical movement, and a design that stands apart from conventional dress or dive watches. Its historical link to the future Breitling ownership further enhances its appeal among collectors of transitional Swiss brands. Condition Report The watch is in good vintage condition and presents beautifully on the wrist. The original dial has developed an attractive vintage patina while remaining highly legible. The rotating city bezel shows visible wear and age-related marks consistent with more than five decades of use, adding authentic character. The stainless steel case displays normal scratches and signs of wear. The acrylic crystal has light wear. The watch is fitted with a new leather strap. Running and functioning; accuracy and long-term water resistance are not guaranteed on a vintage timepiece. Delivery Packaging: Carefully packed in a generic watch presentation box. Shipping: Registered and insured shipping from the European Union with tracking.