Dugena - Tropica - 没有保留价 - 859 114 - 男士 - 1970-1979

Dugena Tropica Automatic – Vintage Swiss Automatic Movement – Stainless Steel Case – Silver Dial – Day-Date Display – 1970-1979

A distinctive vintage Dugena Tropica Automatic men's wristwatch from the 1970s, featuring a robust stainless steel case, an elegant silver dial and a practical day-date complication.
With its bold geometric case, brushed metallic finishes and refined proportions, this timepiece captures the unmistakable design language of the 1970s, when watchmaking combined mechanical reliability with expressive and innovative aesthetics.

The silver dial features applied baton hour markers, elegant hands and a framed day-date display at 3 o'clock. The automatic mechanical movement adds traditional watchmaking character, making this Dugena an attractive choice for collectors and enthusiasts of vintage European watches.

Technical Details
Brand: Dugena
Model: Tropica Automatic
Gender: Men's
Period: 1970-1979
Case material: Stainless steel
Case dimensions: 39 x 36 mm
Crystal: Acrylic
Dial: Silver dial with applied baton hour markers
Movement: Swiss automatic mechanical movement
Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds, day and date
Day-Date display: Positioned at 3 o'clock
Case back: Stainless steel, screw-down
Water resistance: Not tested for water resistance
Strap: Black leather strap, 22 cm total length
Box: Generic box included
Condition: Grade B

Condition Report
This Dugena Tropica Automatic is presented in Grade B vintage condition, showing signs of wear and ageing consistent with its age. The stainless steel case displays scratches, surface marks and signs of wear. These imperfections are consistent with decades of use and contribute to the authentic vintage character of the watch.

The silver dial remains attractive and legible, with visible ageing, small spots and light patina. The applied hour markers and hands are present, while the day-date display remains clearly visible.
The acrylic crystal shows signs of normal use. The black leather strap complements the vintage appearance of the watch.
The case back retains its original engraved markings, including "Waterresistant", "Stainless Steel" and "Antichoc".
The watch has not been tested for water resistance, and water resistance is therefore not guaranteed.
Please study all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description and accurately illustrate the condition of the watch.

Story & Heritage
Dugena is a historic German watch brand with roots dating back to the early 20th century. The name became associated with dependable mechanical watches, accessible quality and practical European design.
During the 1960s and 1970s, Dugena offered a wide variety of mechanical wristwatches that reflected the changing tastes of the era, combining traditional watchmaking with increasingly bold and contemporary case designs.

The Tropica Automatic is a charming example of this period. Its distinctive geometric stainless steel case, silver dial and practical day-date display reflect the functional elegance and confident styling that defined watch design in the 1970s.
Unlike more conventional round watches, this model features a striking angular case with softened edges, creating a strong visual identity while maintaining a balanced and wearable appearance.
Its automatic mechanical movement represents an era when watches were designed as reliable everyday companions, powered by the natural movement of the wrist rather than a battery.

Today, vintage Dugena watches are appreciated by enthusiasts for their period design, mechanical character and connection to German watchmaking heritage.
A distinctive vintage automatic timepiece for collectors who appreciate authentic 1970s design, mechanical craftsmanship and classic European watchmaking.
Internal Reference Number - ITM 956