Dugena - Troupier - No reserve price - Men - 1970-1979

Dugena Troupier Vintage Swiss Watch – Mechanical Manual Winding – Black Dial – Small Seconds – Stainless Steel Case – Military-Inspired Design A distinctive vintage Dugena Troupier wristwatch from the 1970s, featuring a striking black dial, bold luminous Arabic numerals and a robust stainless steel case. Combining functional simplicity with classic military-inspired aesthetics, this timepiece reflects the practical and enduring design philosophy of traditional Swiss mechanical watchmaking. The deep black dial features large cream-coloured Arabic numerals, luminous-style hands and a subsidiary seconds display at 6 o'clock. The iconic Dugena star emblem sits proudly above the brand name, while the Troupier inscription highlights the model's distinctive identity. Its 35 mm stainless steel case, with angular lugs and a polished and brushed finish, gives the watch a strong vintage presence while maintaining comfortable proportions. Powered by a Swiss mechanical hand-wound movement, this Dugena offers the authentic experience of traditional mechanical timekeeping. Technical Details Brand: Dugena Model: Troupier Small Seconds Period: 1970-1979 (estimated) Gender: Men's Movement: Swiss mechanical manual winding Movement marking: Dugena 6065 Case material: Stainless steel Case back: Stainless steel, screw-down Case diameter: 35 mm (excluding crown) Crystal: Acrylic Dial: Black with cream-coloured Arabic numerals Hands: Silver-tone hands with luminous-style inserts Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds at 6 o'clock Special features: Military-inspired dial, luminous-style hour markers Case back markings: Stainless Steel, Antichoc, Waterresistant Strap: Generic black leather strap Strap length: Approx. 21-22 cm including watch Water resistance: Not tested for water resistance Box: Generic box included Condition: Grade B Condition Report This Dugena Troupier vintage watch is presented in Grade B condition, displaying normal signs of age and use consistent with its vintage character. The stainless steel case shows visible surface scratches, small marks and light wear, particularly around the bezel, case sides and lugs. The original case shape and attractive angular design remain well defined. The black dial is well preserved overall, retaining its strong contrast and distinctive military-inspired appearance. The cream-coloured Arabic numerals show natural ageing, while the hands and small seconds subdial remain clearly visible. Minor surface marks and traces of ageing can be observed under close inspection. The acrylic crystal shows light signs of use, including fine surface scratches. The stainless steel case back displays minor scratches and retains its engraved markings, including "Stainless Steel", "Antichoc" and "Waterresistant", together with reference numbers. The Swiss mechanical hand-wound movement is marked Dugena 3909. The watch is fitted with a generic black leather strap showing light signs of handling and use. Water resistance has not been tested and is not guaranteed, regardless of the original case back inscription. Contact with water should be avoided. Please study all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description and show the actual condition of the watch. Story & Heritage Dugena is a historic German watch brand whose roots trace back to the early 20th century. The name became widely recognised in Germany for offering dependable, well-designed watches that combined practical functionality with traditional European watchmaking values. Throughout the mid-20th century, Dugena developed a broad collection of mechanical wristwatches, many incorporating Swiss-made movements and reflecting the clean, purposeful design trends of their respective eras. The Troupier model embodies the spirit of military-inspired watch design, where legibility, reliability and simplicity take priority over unnecessary decoration. Its bold Arabic numerals, dark dial and subsidiary seconds display recall the practical instruments traditionally associated with military and field watches. The compact stainless steel case and manual-winding movement further reinforce its utilitarian character. Unlike more decorative vintage timepieces, the Dugena Troupier offers a restrained aesthetic that has remained relevant across generations. Its design bridges the heritage of traditional mechanical watchmaking with the rugged elegance of classic field-inspired watches. Today, vintage Dugena watches attract collectors who appreciate German watchmaking heritage, Swiss mechanical movements and distinctive designs from the golden age of mechanical wristwatches. A characterful vintage timepiece for collectors of Dugena, military-inspired watches and traditional Swiss mechanical horology. Internal Reference Number - ITM 992

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