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Junghans Shockproof 15 Jewels – Vintage German Mechanical Watch – Black Dial – Gold-Plated Case – Manual Winding Movement – 1950s

An elegant vintage Junghans wristwatch, featuring a sophisticated black dial, a classic gold-plated case and a traditional German mechanical hand-wound movement with 15 jewels.
This beautiful timepiece reflects the refined aesthetics of mid-century German watchmaking, combining timeless elegance with mechanical craftsmanship and understated sophistication.

The watch features a striking black dial with applied gold-tone hour markers, delicate gold-tone hands and a central seconds hand. The combination of the deep black background and warm gold accents creates a refined contrast, giving the watch a distinctive and highly attractive vintage appearance.
Its classic 32 mm round case, elegant tapered lugs and balanced proportions are characteristic of the 1950s, when wristwatches were designed with an emphasis on refinement, practicality and enduring style.
The dial proudly displays the Junghans name together with the inscriptions "Shockproof" and "15 Jewels", highlighting the mechanical construction and shock-resistant design associated with the period.

Technical Details
Brand: Junghans
Model: Shockproof 15 Jewels
Type: Vintage men's wristwatch
Production period: Estimated 1950-1959
Country of origin: Germany
Case material: Gold-plated metal
Case diameter: 32 mm (excluding crown)
Case shape: Round
Case back: Stainless steel
Glass: Acrylic crystal
Dial: Black dial with gold-tone details
Hour markers: Applied gold-tone indexes
Hands: Gold-tone hands
Movement: German mechanical, manual winding
Jewels: 15
Shock protection: Shockproof, as marked on the dial
Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds
Water resistance: Not tested for water resistance
Strap: Black genuine leather strap
Strap length: Approx. 18-19 cm including watch
Box: Generic box included
Condition: Grade B

Condition Report
This Junghans vintage wristwatch is presented in Grade B condition, showing signs of age and use consistent with its vintage character.
The gold-plated case displays scratches, surface marks and natural wear. The gold-tone finish retains its attractive appearance despite the signs of use accumulated over the decades. The black dial remains visually appealing, with its applied gold-tone hour markers and elegant hands creating a striking contrast. Some visible marks and imperfections are present on the dial, including small scratches and age-related signs, particularly around the outer sections.

The acrylic crystal shows signs of normal use, including surface marks. The stainless steel case back presents scratches and wear consistent with age.
The original Junghans star emblem remains visible, together with the engraved inscriptions. The watch is fitted with a black genuine leather strap, complementing its classic vintage appearance. Although the case back carries a historical waterproof marking, water resistance has not been tested and is not guaranteed.
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Story & Heritage
Junghans is one of Germany's most celebrated watchmaking manufacturers, founded in 1861 in Schramberg, in the Black Forest region. Over the decades, the company became an important name in European horology, recognised for its technical innovation, precision engineering and distinctive design philosophy.
By the mid-20th century, Junghans had established itself as a major manufacturer of mechanical wristwatches, producing reliable and elegant timepieces that reflected the craftsmanship of German watchmaking.

The 1950s represented a particularly fascinating period in the history of wristwatch design. Following the Second World War, European watchmakers embraced a renewed appreciation for elegance, functionality and mechanical reliability. Black dials paired with gold-tone cases became especially attractive for their sophisticated contrast, while shock-resistant movements represented an important advancement in everyday mechanical watchmaking.

This Junghans Shockproof 15 Jewels captures the spirit of that era beautifully.
Its elegant black dial, gold-plated case and traditional hand-wound movement reflect a time when watches were not merely instruments for measuring time, but carefully crafted objects intended to accompany their owners for many years. The presence of the Junghans star emblem on the stainless steel case back further reinforces its connection to the brand's historic watchmaking identity.

Today, vintage Junghans watches continue to attract collectors who appreciate German engineering, mid-century aesthetics and the enduring charm of traditional mechanical timepieces.
A refined vintage watch for collectors of Junghans, German mechanical watches and elegant 1950s horology.
Internal Reference Number - SOA-29