Tricar Lux – Jumbo Small Seconds (Vintage 1950s) Post-War Swiss Craft • Oversized Elegance • Honest Vintage Character A striking and characterful vintage timepiece, this Tricar Lux from the 1950s represents the era when Swiss watchmakers focused on elegance, readability, and robust mechanical reliability. With its generously sized case for the period and beautifully aged dial, this watch stands as a genuine expression of mid-century Swiss design. Technical Details • Brand: Tricar Lux • Era: 1950s • Case: Gold-plated case, jumbo size for the era, 38 mm • Crystal: Acrylic glass • Dial: Silver dial with pronounced and attractive age patina, textured chapter ring, applied Arabic numerals and faceted markers, recessed small seconds subdial at 6 o’clock • Water Resistance: Untested • Movement: Swiss mechanical movement • Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds • Strap: Generic leather strap, fits up to 21 cm wrist • Condition: Grade C – visible signs of use consistent with age • Box & Papers: Generic box included Story & Heritage During the 1950s, many Swiss manufacturers like Tricar Lux focused on producing reliable mechanical watches that balanced refined aesthetics with everyday practicality. While less widely known than the major maisons, brands such as Tricar Lux contributed meaningfully to Switzerland’s golden age of watchmaking by delivering well-constructed timepieces with timeless design. This example features a large 38 mm gold-plated case, considered oversized for its era and highly desirable among collectors today. The case shows clear signs of wear, including plating loss and surface marks, which honestly reflect decades of use and add to the watch’s authentic vintage appeal rather than detract from it. The silver dial has developed a rich and even patina, complemented by a textured outer chapter ring and applied numerals that catch the light beautifully. The recessed small seconds subdial at 6 o’clock adds depth and symmetry to the design, while the dauphine-style hands further emphasize the elegant mid-century aesthetic. On the reverse, the case back displays heavy wear and aging, a testament to the watch’s long life and real-world history. Inside beats a Swiss mechanical movement, offering the tactile charm and craftsmanship that define traditional hand-wound watches. This Tricar Lux is an excellent choice for collectors who appreciate honest vintage condition, larger case proportions for the era, and the unmistakable charm of post-war Swiss watchmaking. It is a piece that tells its story openly—through patina, wear, and enduring mechanical soul. Express Delivery Via UPS Express Internal Reference Number - Xtm. 36