Laco Tank – Art Deco Mechanical Watch – Gold Plated – Small Seconds – 1950s–1960s A charming vintage Laco Tank-style wristwatch, dating approximately from the 1950s–1960s, featuring the strong geometric proportions and architectural dial design associated with the Art Deco period. The rectangular gold-plated case frames a striking black dial with contrasting Arabic numerals, railway-style minute track and a separate small-seconds register at 6 o’clock. The combination of the dark dial, warm gold-tone case and period typography gives the watch a particularly distinctive vintage character. The case back is marked “Walz-Gold-Doublé 20 Mikrons”, indicating a gold-filled / rolled-gold finish with an approximately 20-micron gold layer. The period construction and decorative details make this an attractive example of early Laco wristwatch design. Technical Details Brand: Laco Type: Vintage rectangular / Tank-style wristwatch Case material: Gold plated / Walz-Gold-Doublé, 20 microns Case size: Approx. 22 × 37 mm Dial: Black dial with Arabic numerals and Art Deco geometric decoration Movement: Mechanical, manual winding Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds Small seconds: Subdial at 6 o’clock Water resistance: Not tested for water Strap: Generic leather strap, approx. 16–17 cm Box: Generic box included Condition: Grade B Condition Report This Laco is presented in Grade B vintage condition, with visible signs of age and wear consistent with a watch of this period. The gold-plated / rolled-gold case shows scratches, marks and areas of wear, particularly along the edges and case back. The black dial displays noticeable ageing and patina, including wear to the numerals and decorative elements. These traces contribute to the authentic character of the watch and should be considered part of its vintage appearance. The strap is a later generic leather replacement. Water resistance has not been tested and is not guaranteed. Please study all photos carefully, as they are part of the description and show the actual condition of the item. Story & Heritage Founded in Germany in 1925, Laco became one of the notable names in German watchmaking and later gained particular recognition for its precision mechanical watches and aviation timepieces. This example, however, reflects an earlier and very different side of the brand's design heritage. Its elongated rectangular case, black geometric dial and small-seconds layout belong unmistakably to the visual language of the Art Deco era, when wristwatches increasingly became objects of style as well as instruments for measuring time. The “Walz-Gold-Doublé 20 Mikrons” marking on the case back is an especially attractive period detail. Rather than being solid gold, the case was manufactured with a substantial gold layer applied over a base metal — a technique widely used for quality European watches of the period. With its dramatic black dial, warm gold-tone rectangular case and classic mechanical movement, this Laco offers the unmistakable character of a genuine pre-war / mid-century European wristwatch. A distinctive collectible piece for enthusiasts of Laco, Art Deco watches and early German mechanical watchmaking. Internal Reference Number - EUG 76