Kienzle - Calatrava - No reserve price - Men - 1960-1969

Kienzle Vintage Antimagnetic – Gold-Plated Case – Mechanical Movement – Silver Dial – Date Display – 1960s

A beautiful vintage Kienzle men's wristwatch from the 1960s, featuring an elegant gold-plated case, a refined silver dial and a classic mechanical movement with manual winding.
This charming timepiece reflects the understated elegance of mid-century German watchmaking, combining clean design, practical functionality and traditional mechanical craftsmanship.

The silver dial features applied gold-tone baton hour markers, elegant matching hands with black inserts and a framed date window at 3 o'clock. The minimalist design is complemented by the "Kienzle" signature and "Antimagnetic" inscription, giving the watch a sophisticated and authentic vintage appearance.
With its classic 33 mm case and black leather strap, this Kienzle represents the timeless style of traditional European wristwatches.

Technical Details
Brand: Kienzle
Model: Vintage Antimagnetic Date
Period: 1960-1969
Gender: Men's watch
Movement: Mechanical, manual winding
Case material: Gold-plated
Case diameter: 33 mm (excluding crown)
Case back: Stainless steel
Case back markings: Waterprotected, Stainless Steel Back, Antimagnetic
Glass: Acrylic crystal
Dial: Silver dial
Indexes: Applied gold-tone baton hour markers
Hands: Gold-tone hands with black inserts
Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds, date
Date display: At 3 o'clock
Strap: Black genuine leather strap
Strap length: Approx. 20-21 cm
Water resistance: Not tested
Box: Generic box included
Condition: Grade B
Condition Report

This vintage Kienzle wristwatch is in Grade B condition, displaying signs of age and wear consistent with its vintage character. The gold-plated case shows scratches, small surface marks and natural wear, particularly around the bezel, lugs and case edges. The stainless steel case back presents light scratches and normal signs of previous use.

The silver dial is well preserved overall, with visible small spots, light discoloration and natural ageing marks, particularly around the outer dial and hour markers. The applied gold-tone indexes and hands remain attractive, showing minor age-related wear.
The acrylic crystal shows signs of normal use.
The black genuine leather strap is in good overall condition, complementing the classic appearance of the watch.

Although the case back is marked "Waterprotected", the watch has not been tested for water resistance. Water resistance is therefore not guaranteed.
Please study all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description and accurately illustrate the condition of this vintage timepiece.

Story & Heritage
Kienzle is one of the historic names in German watchmaking, with origins dating back to 1822 in the Black Forest region of Germany. Over the decades, the company developed into a recognized manufacturer of clocks and wristwatches, known for practical engineering, reliable mechanical timekeeping and accessible European design.

During the 1950s and 1960s, Kienzle produced a wide variety of wristwatches that reflected the changing tastes of the post-war period. Clean dials, applied hour markers, gold-tone cases and practical date complications became defining features of everyday mechanical watches.

This vintage Kienzle captures that spirit beautifully.
Its silver dial, gold-tone hands and applied baton markers create a balanced and elegant composition, while the date window at 3 o'clock adds everyday practicality without compromising the minimalist aesthetic.
The "Antimagnetic" inscription reflects an important technical consideration of the period, when watch manufacturers increasingly emphasized protection against magnetic interference in mechanical timepieces.

The gold-plated case and traditional 33 mm proportions preserve the authentic appearance of a classic 1960s men's wristwatch.
Today, vintage Kienzle watches are appreciated by collectors who value German horological heritage, mechanical simplicity and timeless mid-century design.
A charming vintage timepiece for collectors of Kienzle, German mechanical watches and classic European horology.
Internal Reference Number - ITM 978