BETULA - 1950-1959





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Betula Swiss mechanical stopwatch with manual winding movement, a 53 mm diameter chrome case, 7 jewels, from the 1950s, weighing 104 g, in working order with visible wear.
Description from the seller
Overview
A striking vintage Betula Swiss mechanical stopwatch with a strong mid-century industrial look. The black and white dial layout with its central red timing hand gives it bold visual contrast and a very distinctive instrument character. Its main appeal lies in the highly readable two-tone timing display and the unmistakable charm of an old mechanical stopwatch.
Technical and condition details
Swiss made Betula 7 Jewels mechanical stopwatch, marked Made in Switzerland on the dial.
The dial features a black and white two-tone timing layout, a central red timing hand, and a small upper register, giving the piece a clear and purposeful presentation.
White metal style case with a plain brushed back.
Diameter approximately 53 mm. Weight approximately 104 g.
Functioning when checked. No long-term test has been performed.
Visible age-related wear is present, including scratches, edge wear, plating loss, oxidation, and general signs of use. The crystal also shows wear from age and handling. Please study the photographs carefully for condition details.
Collector’s highlights
Vintage Betula Swiss mechanical stopwatch
Distinctive black and white timing dial
Central red timing hand with strong visual impact
Upper register layout with classic stopwatch character
Large 53 mm size with excellent display presence
Strong utilitarian vintage instrument appeal
Photos form an important part of the description and may show details more clearly than text. Please review all images carefully and assess the item accordingly.
Overview
A striking vintage Betula Swiss mechanical stopwatch with a strong mid-century industrial look. The black and white dial layout with its central red timing hand gives it bold visual contrast and a very distinctive instrument character. Its main appeal lies in the highly readable two-tone timing display and the unmistakable charm of an old mechanical stopwatch.
Technical and condition details
Swiss made Betula 7 Jewels mechanical stopwatch, marked Made in Switzerland on the dial.
The dial features a black and white two-tone timing layout, a central red timing hand, and a small upper register, giving the piece a clear and purposeful presentation.
White metal style case with a plain brushed back.
Diameter approximately 53 mm. Weight approximately 104 g.
Functioning when checked. No long-term test has been performed.
Visible age-related wear is present, including scratches, edge wear, plating loss, oxidation, and general signs of use. The crystal also shows wear from age and handling. Please study the photographs carefully for condition details.
Collector’s highlights
Vintage Betula Swiss mechanical stopwatch
Distinctive black and white timing dial
Central red timing hand with strong visual impact
Upper register layout with classic stopwatch character
Large 53 mm size with excellent display presence
Strong utilitarian vintage instrument appeal
Photos form an important part of the description and may show details more clearly than text. Please review all images carefully and assess the item accordingly.

