NOS* 1950s Movado | François Borgel Case | Ref. 18141 Cal. 128 | 35mm

€3.100,00

Finding a vintage Movado in new old stock condition is an uncommon pleasure. This example retains the crisp case edges, sharply defined lugs, and original contours that make such discoveries worth the wait. The steel case comes from François Borgel, a name familiar to collectors of vintage Patek Philippe and a compelling detail for anyone interested in the construction of these early wristwatches.

At 35mm, the round case offers a substantial presence for the period, in a configuration less often encountered than its smaller counterparts. A screw-down caseback and an additional dust cover reflect the attention given to protecting the movement. It’s thoughtful, practical engineering housed in a particularly well-proportioned design.

The dial has acquired a gentle warmth over approximately 75 years while retaining a pleasing brightness. Applied dagger indices and dauphine hands give it definition, their angular forms complementing the lines of the case. That combination of exceptional preservation and subtle aging is what makes this particular Movado so appealing. It even retains its original paper tag, a beautiful little piece of its history and a rare accompaniment to find after all these years.

It’s an object that speaks softly, but carries a remarkable amount of history in the details.

CONDITION

This timepiece is in NOS condition, with a case as crisp as when it originally left the store in the 1950s. The dial remains in nearly flawless, with only a few small spots and radium burns.

The watch was never serviced since is NOS, but it is in great running shape.

DETAILS

Maker: Movado

Reference: 18141

Year: 1950s

Material: Stainless Steel

Dimensions: 35mm diameter

Crystal: Original Plexiglass

Lume: Yes

Caliber: Cal. 128

Lug width: 18mm

Bracelet/Strap: New Private Eyes BOR Bracelet

Box/Papers: No