Doxa - Calatrava - No reserve price - Men - 1950-1959

Doxa Vintage Antimagnétique – Swiss Mechanical Watch – Aged Silver Dial – Gold-Tone Applied Hour Markers – 35 mm Gold-Plated Case – Brown Leather Strap

A charming vintage Doxa Antimagnétique wristwatch, featuring a beautifully aged silver-tone dial, elegant gold-tone hour markers and a classic gold-plated case. Refined, understated and rich in historical character, this timepiece captures the spirit of mid-century Swiss watchmaking, when mechanical precision and timeless elegance were essential qualities of a fine wristwatch.

The watch features a distinctive silver-tone dial with applied Arabic numerals at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o'clock, complemented by elegant triangular hour markers and slender gold-tone hands. Its naturally developed patina creates a unique vintage appearance, reflecting decades of history and giving the watch an unmistakable sense of authenticity.
The elegant 35 mm gold-plated case, with its slim elongated lugs, is paired with a warm brown genuine leather strap, creating a harmonious combination of classic materials and refined proportions.
Powered by a traditional Swiss mechanical movement, this Doxa embodies the enduring appeal of vintage hand-wound timepieces.

Technical Details
Brand: Doxa
Model: Vintage Antimagnétique
Gender: Men's
Case material: Gold-plated metal
Case back: Stainless steel
Case diameter: 35 mm
Glass: Acrylic crystal
Dial: Aged silver-tone dial with natural patina
Hour markers: Gold-tone applied Arabic numerals and triangular indexes
Hands: Gold-tone hands
Movement: Swiss mechanical, manual winding
Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds
Additional features: Antimagnetic designation, shock-resistant case-back marking
Water resistance: Not tested for water resistance
Strap: Brown genuine leather strap, approximately 19–20 cm
Box: Generic box included
Condition: Grade B

Condition Report
This vintage Doxa Antimagnétique wristwatch is in Grade B condition, displaying signs of age and use consistent with its estimated production period. The silver-tone dial exhibits extensive natural patina, including spotting, discoloration, oxidation marks and surface ageing across much of its surface. The gold-tone applied hour markers and hands remain visible, preserving the watch's distinctive mid-century character.

The gold-plated case shows scratches, small marks and areas of plating wear, particularly around the lugs and case edges. A more pronounced area of plating deterioration is visible on the lower section of the case back surround.
The stainless steel case back presents scratches and normal handling marks, with the engraved dust-protected and shock-resistant inscriptions remaining legible.
The acrylic crystal shows signs of normal use. The brown genuine leather strap complements the warm gold-tone case and the aged silver dial. Water resistance has not been tested and is not guaranteed.

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Story & Heritage
Founded in 1889 by Georges Ducommun in Le Locle, Switzerland, Doxa established a reputation for producing reliable and elegant mechanical watches. Over the decades, the brand became recognized for its technical innovation, precision engineering and distinctive designs, earning a respected place in Swiss watchmaking history.
During the mid-20th century, Doxa produced refined mechanical wristwatches that combined practical innovations with elegant aesthetics. Antimagnetic designs reflected the growing importance of protecting mechanical movements from magnetic interference in everyday life.

This vintage Doxa captures the character of that era through its elegant gold-plated case, traditional hand-wound movement and beautifully aged silver-tone dial.
A distinctive collectible timepiece for enthusiasts of Doxa, classic Swiss mechanical watches and authentic vintage horology.
Internal Reference Number - ITM 1053