Movado Classic Art Deco - Small Seconds (2micron Gold-Plated, Swiss Made) – Cal. 75 In-House, Calatrava & Art Deco Style Model Overview A refined vintage Movado dress watch from the 1950s–60s, powered by the brand’s in-house Calibre 75. The design blends Calatrava-style purity with subtle Art Deco numerals, resulting in a clean yet characterful dial. The small seconds at 6 o’clock adds classic balance and period-correct charm. This is a true vintage Swiss piece, representing Movado’s strong mechanical heritage before the quartz era. Technical Specifications Brand: Movado Model: Classic Small Seconds (Cal. 75) Movement: Manual wind, Movado in-house Cal. 75, 15 jewels Country of Manufacture: Switzerland Production Era: 1950s–1960s Case Material: Gold-plated (20 micron), steel back Dimensions: Approx. 35–36 mm Bezel: Smooth polished Crystal: Acrylic Water Resistance: Not tested- not recomended Dial & Hands Dial Colour: Silver Markers: Arabic numerals, Art Deco influence Date: No Branding: Movado Hands: Slim gold-tone Subdial: Small seconds at 6 Caseback Material: Stainless steel Attachment: Snap-on Engravings: Base metal bezel, 20 micron Strap & Buckle Strap: Black leather (replacement) Buckle: Gold-tone Notable Historical / Brand Context Movado was a true manufacture, and the Cal. 75 reflects its in-house capability—placing it alongside top-tier mid-century Swiss makers. This model captures the transition from decorative Art Deco to minimalist modern dress watch design. Collector Appeal & Value Potential In-house movement + larger vintage size (35–36 mm) = strong collector signal. A clean, wearable alternative to more expensive Calatrava-style pieces. Condition Report Good vintage condition. Case shows wear and plating loss. Dial clean with light patina. Movement intact, service history unknown. Strap worn. Delivery Packaging: Generic watch box Shipping: Registered and insured from EU