ROCO - Automatic Date “Spiderweb Dial” - No reserve price - Men - 1960-1969

Roco Automatic Date “Spiderweb Dial” – Vintage Swiss Automatic – 25 Jewels – 34 mm

Offered for auction is a charming and increasingly collectible Roco Automatic, a classic vintage Swiss timepiece distinguished by its elegant proportions, reliable automatic movement, and highly attractive silver “Spiderweb” dial design.

What immediately makes this watch stand out is its unusual and refined dial architecture. The silver dial features a striking concentric multi-line pattern surrounding the central area, often referred to by collectors as a “Spiderweb dial”, creating depth, symmetry, and beautiful vintage character. Combined with applied baton markers, sharp dauphine-style hands, and a framed date window at 3 o’clock, the watch delivers understated sophistication with a distinctly mid-century Swiss aesthetic.

The watch is housed in a clean and elegant 34 mm stainless steel case, perfectly proportioned for collectors who appreciate classic vintage sizing and timeless dress-watch design. Inside beats a Swiss automatic movement with 25 jewels, reflecting the era when Swiss manufacturers focused on precision, durability, and mechanical refinement.

Delivered with a generic box.

Technical Details

Brand: Roco
Model: Automatic Date
Movement: Swiss Automatic Movement
Jewels: 25 Jewels
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Case Diameter: 34 mm
Crystal: Acrylic Glass
Dial: Silver Spiderweb Dial with Applied Indexes
Strap: Generic Leather Strap
Wrist Size: Fits up to approx. 21 cm wrist
Water Resistance: Untested
Functions
- Hours
- Minutes
- Central Seconds
- Date

Condition Report

The watch is offered in Grade B condition, with visible signs of wear consistent with age and normal vintage use.

The stainless steel case shows scratches, wear marks, and light aging throughout, all consistent with a watch of this era.
The acrylic crystal shows signs of wear typical for vintage watches.
The dial remains highly attractive, with visible patina, minor aging marks, and a beautiful vintage presence that enhances its collector appeal.
The movement is clean and visually well preserved.
The leather strap is generic and in good wearable condition.

Overall, this is a very appealing vintage Swiss automatic watch with strong character and excellent period charm.

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Story & Heritage

Roco represents a fascinating chapter of classic Swiss watchmaking—an era when many smaller Swiss brands produced beautifully crafted mechanical watches with excellent quality and distinctive designs.

During the golden age of Swiss horology, brands like Roco competed through craftsmanship, elegant design, and reliable movements rather than mass-market visibility. As a result, many of these watches now offer collectors remarkable value and authentic vintage charm.

This particular Roco Automatic embodies everything enthusiasts appreciate about mid-century Swiss watches: clean case lines, balanced dial layout, mechanical reliability, and subtle design details that reward closer attention.

The standout feature is undoubtedly the dial. The “Spiderweb” concentric design gives the watch visual depth and refinement rarely found in simpler vintage pieces. It transforms what appears at first glance to be a minimalist dress watch into something far more distinctive and collectible.

Elegant, mechanical, and full of vintage personality, this Roco Automatic is a wonderful opportunity for collectors who appreciate authentic Swiss craftsmanship from a remarkable era.

Internal Reference Number - Itm. 740