Nov - Mechanical cal

OV Luxe Swiss Made, a vintage mechanical watch dating from the 1950s, featuring an elegant design highly representative of Swiss watchmaking of the period. Particularly attractive is the two-tone dial, with a cream-coloured central section and a finely textured outer ring featuring a geometric pattern, enhanced by original applied gold-tone Arabic numerals. At 6 o’clock is the classic small seconds subdial, decorated with a refined concentric pattern. The watch is powered by a Swiss hand-wound mechanical movement, FHF 96 (Fontainemelon), produced by the historic Swiss movement manufacturer renowned for its watch calibres. The case, featuring elegant sculpted lugs, was completely re-chromed in July 2026. During the same period, the movement was mechanically serviced and is currently in perfect working order. Technical specifications: - Brand: NOV - Period: 1950s - Origin: Swiss Made - Movement: Swiss hand-wound mechanical movement - Movement manufacturer: attributed to FHF / Fontainemelon - Calibre family: architecture consistent with FHF 96; attribution not confirmed by a visible calibre marking - Functions: hours, minutes and small seconds - Small seconds: at 6 o’clock - Dial: two-tone silver/cream dial with finely textured geometric outer section - Hour markers: applied gold-tone Arabic numerals and markers - Hands: gold-tone - Case: chrome-plated metal - Case re-chromed: July 2026 - Case back: press-fit stainless steel, marked Swiss – Waterproof – Stainless Steel Back - Crown: fluted - Case diameter: approximately 33.6 mm, excluding crown - Lug-to-lug: approximately 43.7 mm - Thickness: approximately 11.4 mm - Strap: black leather with alligator-style pattern - Buckle: silver-tone metal Conditionz: - The watch is in very good overall cosmetic condition considering its age. - The case was completely re-chromed in July 2026 and therefore presents a bright and uniform finish. The re-chroming is expressly disclosed to provide a transparent and accurate description of the watch's condition. - The dial remains in its vintage condition and displays a natural age-related patina, including small spots, oxidation and ageing marks, particularly visible around the outer section. These characteristics are clearly documented in the photographs and contribute to the watch's authentic vintage appearance. - The applied Arabic numerals and gold-tone hands also display a natural patina. The small seconds subdial is well preserved and retains its attractive concentric decoration. - The case back shows normal superficial scratches and marks resulting from use and previous openings. - The hand-wound mechanical movement is in perfect working order. Notes: - As a vintage used watch, water resistance cannot be guaranteed. - The provided photos are part of the item’s description. - Colours in the photos may vary depending on natural light exposure. - Any defects not mentioned in the description but visible in the images will be considered as described. What's Included: - Comes with a non-original presentation box. International Buyers: - Customs duties/taxes are the responsibility of the buyer and may apply depending on your country's regulations.

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