We are exceptionally proud to present a deeply charismatic, historically fascinating, and authentic post-war Swiss timepiece: a classic Elan 15 Jewels Antimagnetic gents dress watch from the late 1940s / early 1950s. This watch is a rare treat for vintage purists, characterized by its beautifully sculpted "Crab Lug" architecture, fixed military bars, and a high-grade Swiss movement displaying traditional luxury construction elements. Historical Collector's Context & High-Grade Horology: Independent Swiss houses like Elan built high-integrity timepieces by securing premier components from Switzerland's finest specialized manufacturers. Inside this piece ticks a beautifully finished, authentic 15 Jewels Swiss manual-wound mechanical movement. Highlighting its superior horological pedigree, key ruby jewels of the gear train are set in traditional pressed chatons (šatony) with polished screws. This high-end technique, originally reserved for elite Swiss pocket watches of the 19th and early 20th centuries, ensures precise alignment, reduced friction, and long-term durability, making this a highly prized asset for any serious mechanical watch investor. Sculptural "Crab Lug" Architecture & Honest Vintage Patina: The watch commands exceptional visual interest due to its elegant, chromium-finished case featuring highly stylized, oversized "Crab Lugs" (krabí nožky) with fixed spring bars (fixní stěžejky), measuring a versatile 33 mm in diameter (excluding the crown) and 42 mm lug-to-lug. The original cream/champagne dial has developed a heavy, deeply warm, and uniform historical vintage patina and spotting that underscores its 75-year-old journey. It is adorned with applied golden Arabic hour numerals, matching leaf-style hands, and a finely detailed decentralized sub-second register at the 6 o'clock position, reflecting a pure mid-century military-dress crossover style. Technical Status & Authentic Presentation: The reverse features its original stainless steel snap-on caseback, beautifully stamped with its production number 4185. The inner side bears the official factory inscriptions Fond Acier Inoxydable / Swiss. • Operational Status: The watch is in currently running and functional condition. The movement is mechanically complete and active, winding smoothly and ticking continuously upon manual engagement. • Timekeeping & Warranty Disclaimer: Due to the vintage nature of this piece and its unknown modern service history, timekeeping variations typical for vintage mechanical watches are to be expected and do not constitute a defect or a reason for a claim. Sold strictly without modern service records, performance guarantees, or water resistance testing. Water contact must be strictly avoided. • Strap: Comes fitted on a brand new, never-worn black leather Bund-style pull-through strap with a protective underlay. This period-correct military/aviation-inspired strap perfectly matches the fixed-lug configuration and emphasizes the watch's rich historical character on the wrist. Specifications: • Brand: Elan (Classic Vintage Swiss-Made Brand) • Model/Style: "Crab Lugs" Fixed-Bar Dress Watch with Sub-Seconds • Period: Post-War Vintage Era (Circa late 1940s / early 1950s) • Movement: Manual winding mechanical, 15 Jewels Swiss Manufacture Caliber with pressed ruby chatons • Movement Layout & Condition: Factory clean layout, signed bridges, active mechanical action, fully complete • Functions: Hours, minutes, decentralized sub-seconds at 6 o'clock • Case Material: Chrome-finished metal chassis with historically rare Fixed Lugs and "Crab" geometry • Case Dimensions: 33 mm (excluding crown) x 42 mm (lug-to-lug) • Caseback: High-grade Stainless Steel, snap-on type (Stamped with Serial 4185) • Crystal: Original vintage acrylic crystal, well-integrated into the bezel profile • Strap: Brand new, unworn premium black leather pull-through strap with defensive leather underlay (Bund-style) Condition Report: • Case & Body: Honest, unpolished vintage condition showing clear and genuine signs of wear, surface micro-pitting, and light chrome loss on the edges and lugs from real historical use, preserving its rare unpolished contours. • Dial & Hands: The original dial features a heavy, uniform, and highly authentic warm golden aging and patina. The golden indices, numbers, and hands remain sharp, offering beautiful retro legibility and contrast. • Mechanical Condition: Currently running and functional. Winding mechanism engages normally and the balance wheel ticks robustly without stopping. High-grade Swiss movement with chatons is complete and operational. Sold without recent modern service history. • Water Resistance: Antique vintage watch, not tested. Water contact must be strictly avoided. Please keep in mind that these historic mechanical wristwatches are described according to their condition verified during cataloging and are sold in their current authentic state without any documented service history. The watches are currently running and functional, however, no specific daily timekeeping accuracy, power reserve, or water resistance can be guaranteed due to the age of the movement, historical lubricants, wear on vintage parts, and external factors such as temperature/pressure changes, shocks, or changes in position during transport and wear. Timekeeping variations typical for vintage mechanical watches are to be expected and do not constitute a defect. This piece is sold primarily as a collectible and investment item. For daily use and to ensure optimal reliability, a professional service and adjustment by a watchmaker are highly recommended. "Important shipping restriction: Please note that due to strict regulatory and tax administrative complications regarding the EU SME scheme (Small Business Scheme) and specific customs regulations, shipping to Poland and Spain (including the Canary Islands, Ceuta, and Melilla) is strictly unavailable. Bids from buyers residing in these regions cannot be fulfilled, and orders will be canceled. Thank you for your understanding."