Vadux – Vintage Small Seconds – Manual Winding – Chrome-Plated Case – Silver Dial – Swiss Mechanical Movement – 15 Jewels An elegant vintage Vadux men's wristwatch from the 1950s, featuring a classic chrome-plated case, a beautifully aged silver-tone dial and a refined small seconds display at 6 o'clock. This charming timepiece captures the understated sophistication of mid-century Swiss watchmaking, combining traditional mechanical craftsmanship with timeless design. The dial features an attractive combination of applied gold-tone Arabic numerals and triangular hour markers, complemented by slender golden hands. The subsidiary seconds register at 6 o'clock displays a delicate concentric circular pattern, adding depth and visual refinement to the overall composition. The inscriptions "Ancre 15 Rubis" and "Antimagnetic" highlight the watch's traditional mechanical construction, featuring a 15-jewel lever movement and antimagnetic characteristics. Its naturally aged silver dial, warm golden accents and classic proportions create an appealing vintage aesthetic, further enhanced by the brown leather strap. A distinctive mechanical wristwatch for collectors who appreciate authentic vintage character and traditional European watchmaking. Technical Details Brand: Vadux Model: Vintage Small Seconds – Antimagnetic Gender: Men Case Material: Chrome-plated metal Case Back: Stainless steel Case Diameter: 34 mm (excluding crown) Crystal: Acrylic Dial: Silver-tone with natural vintage patina Hour Markers: Applied gold-tone Arabic numerals and triangular indexes Hands: Gold-tone Movement: Mechanical, Swiss type Winding: Manual winding Jewels: 15 Escapement: Lever escapement (Ancre) Dial Marking: Antimagnetic Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds at 6 o'clock Strap: Brown leather Strap Length: Approx. 18–19 cm Water Resistance: Not tested for water Condition Grade: B Box: Generic presentation box included Condition Report This Vadux is in Grade B vintage condition, showing signs of age and use. The silver-tone dial displays natural patina, light spotting, while the applied markers and golden hands retain their attractive vintage appearance. The chrome-plated case shows scratches, surface marks. The stainless steel case back presents light scratches, and the acrylic crystal and brown leather strap show normal signs of use. Overall, a charming vintage timepiece with authentic character and a well-balanced classical design. Please study all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description and accurately represent the condition of the watch. Story & Heritage Vadux is a vintage watch name associated with the tradition of mid-20th-century mechanical wristwatches, when smaller European brands offered elegant and practical timepieces built around established watchmaking principles. During the 1950s, mechanical dress watches were distinguished by refined proportions, carefully designed dials and reliable hand-wound movements. Features such as lever escapements, jeweled mechanisms and antimagnetic construction reflected the period's emphasis on durability and precision. This Vadux Small Seconds embodies the charm of that era through its elegant silver-tone dial, applied golden hour markers and traditional subsidiary seconds display. The combination of Arabic numerals and triangular indexes creates a distinctive visual identity, characteristic of classic mid-century watch design. Its 15-jewel mechanical movement and understated aesthetic reflect an era when mechanical watches were both practical everyday instruments and expressions of personal elegance. A charming vintage wristwatch for collectors who appreciate traditional mechanical craftsmanship, authentic ageing and the timeless character of 1950s watchmaking. Internal Reference Number: ITM 1107