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Movado

Ref. 95 704 568

Sub-Sea

A very rare and highly attractive stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with raised Breguet hour markers, outer red telemeter scale, blue snail-shaped tachometer scale and bracelet.

Estimate
CHF12,000 - 24,000
CHF20,000
Lot Details
Manufacturer
Movado
Year
Circa 1950
Reference No
95 704 568
Case No
1800
Model Name
Sub-Sea
Material
Stainless steel
Calibre
Manual, cal. C 95 M, 17 jewels
Bracelet/Strap
Stainless steel, max. length 185mm
Clasp/Buckle
Stainless steel folding deployant clasp
Dimensions
35mm diameter
Signed
Case, dial and movement signed
Catalogue Essay
The Sub-Sea is a line from Movado that over time has gained a cult following due to the exceptional quality of their cases, movements and stunning dial designs. The present example is an example rarely seen on the market, especially when found in such wonderful condition.

No one could be blamed for mistaking this Sub-Sea from a few feet away with a Patek Philippe 1463 with Breguet numerals. This should come as no surprise since its case was made by Taubert & Fils – the same casemaker used by Patek for their 1463 watches. The Movado is however distinguished by its three-register dial, with a red telemeter scale and blue colored snail-shaped tachometer scale. This example is housed in an exceptional 35 mm case, powered by Movado’s own, in-house C 95 M manual-wind movement.

The present watch is fitted with a stainless steel mesh-style bracelet, which elevates the look completely. Presented in overall superb, original condition, it is hard to believe this watch has remained in such excellent condition over its life span.