Zenith - Small Second - No reserve price - Men - 1950-1959

Zenith – Vintage Small Seconds Mechanical Watch (1950s)
Stainless Steel · Swiss Mechanical · Classic Dress Watch

This elegant Zenith Small Seconds wristwatch from the 1950s is a refined example of mid-century Swiss watchmaking, created in an era when Zenith was already firmly established as one of Switzerland’s most respected manufactures. With its restrained proportions, clean dial layout and mechanical heart, this piece reflects the timeless design language that made Zenith watches enduring classics.

The watch features a 33 mm stainless steel case, perfectly sized according to period standards, offering discreet elegance on the wrist. The silver dial displays a beautifully aged patina, visible in the form of natural spotting and soft tonal variations, adding character and authenticity. Applied hour markers, slim hands, and a small seconds subdial at 6 o’clock create a balanced and highly legible layout typical of 1950s dress watches. The dial is signed Zenith, underscoring its manufacture origin.

An acrylic crystal protects the dial, consistent with the era of production. The case back is plain, showing honest signs of wear corresponding to age, while the lugs retain their original shape. The watch is fitted with a generic blue leather strap, which complements the silver dial nicely and can accommodate a wrist of up to 20 cm.

Inside beats a Swiss mechanical Zenith movement, manually wound, driving the hours, minutes, and small seconds with classic mechanical smoothness. The movement represents Zenith’s long-standing tradition of in-house mechanical expertise, developed decades before the brand became famous for high-beat calibres.

Technical Details:

Brand: Zenith

Model: Small Seconds

Era: 1950s

Case Material: Stainless steel

Case Diameter: 33 mm

Crystal: Acrylic

Dial: Silver with natural patina, applied markers, small seconds at 6

Movement: Swiss mechanical, manual winding

Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds

Strap: Generic leather strap (fits up to 20 cm wrist)

Water Resistance: Not tested

Condition: Grade B – visible signs of wear consistent with age

Box: Generic box

Story & Heritage:
Founded in 1865, Zenith built its reputation on precision, reliability, and in-house manufacturing long before these became industry buzzwords. During the 1950s, Zenith watches were prized for their understated elegance and dependable movements, often worn daily by professionals who valued function as much as form. This Small Seconds model is a faithful representative of that philosophy—simple, honest, and beautifully proportioned.

A charming vintage Zenith for collectors who appreciate authentic mid-century Swiss watchmaking, original patina, and timeless design.

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Internal Reference Number - FOR-08