Laco Durobloc Antimagnetic – Vintage German Mechanical Dress Watch – 1950s Elegance A refined example of post-war German watchmaking, this Laco Durobloc Antimagnetic captures the understated elegance and technical innovation that made Laco one of Germany's most respected watch manufacturers. Featuring a classic rectangular case, gold-plated finish, and the renowned Durobloc antimagnetic construction, this timepiece embodies the clean design language of the 1950s. Its balanced silver dial, applied gold-tone indices, and compact proportions make it an elegant dress watch with timeless appeal. Case • Material: Gold-plated • Dimensions: 26 × 26 mm (without crown) • Design: Elegant square case with gently rounded corners and integrated lugs, reflecting the refined styling of the 1950s. The polished finish enhances its classic appearance. Glass • Type: Acrylic crystal • Features: Original-style domed acrylic crystal preserving the authentic vintage character. Dial • Colour: Silver • Layout: Applied gold-tone dart hour markers with faceted hour and minute hands. • Details: Signed Laco with Durobloc Antimagnetic printed above 6 o'clock. The minimalist dial offers excellent balance and legibility while emphasizing the elegant proportions of the case. Water Resistance Not tested for water. Movement • Type: Swiss mechanical hand-wound movement • Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds • Condition: A reliable manual-wind movement representative of quality mid-century Swiss engineering supplied to German manufacturers. Strap • Type: Leather strap (replacement) • Colour: Brown • Length: Fits wrists approximately 18–19 cm • Condition: Good condition, complementing the warm tones of the gold-plated case. Condition Grade: B Light signs of wear consistent with age. The dial displays an attractive vintage patina, while the gold-plated case remains well preserved. Fully functional and ready to wear. Box / Papers Delivered with generic presentation box. Story Founded in Pforzheim, Germany, in 1925, Laco (Lacher & Co.) is one of Germany's most historic watch manufacturers, internationally recognized for producing both elegant dress watches and the legendary Beobachtungsuhren (B-Uhren) pilot watches during the twentieth century. The Durobloc collection represented Laco's commitment to durability and precision, incorporating antimagnetic protection at a time when resistance to magnetic fields was considered an important technical advancement. Combined with its elegant square case and refined minimalist dial, this model perfectly illustrates the sophisticated design language of post-war European watchmaking. Today, this Laco Durobloc Antimagnetic stands as a charming and increasingly collectible vintage dress watch, appreciated for its historical significance, timeless aesthetics, and enduring mechanical craftsmanship.