{"product_id":"vintage-1940s-helvetia-swiss-made-15-jewels-mechanical-mens-wristwatch-ref-3590","title":"Vintage 1940s Helvetia Swiss Made 15 Jewels Mechanical Men's Wristwatch Ref 3590","description":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003ebody {color: white;}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003ctable style=\"border-top: 15px solid #a7a9ac; border-right: 15px solid #171717; border-bottom: 15px solid #171717; border-left: 15px solid #a7a9ac; border-collapse: collapse; width: 70%; margin-left:auto; margin-right:auto; background-color: #262626;\\\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border:5px double #171717; width: 100%; background-color: #262626; border-collapse: collapse;\\\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; background-color: #171717; padding: 15px; 5px;\\\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eVintage Helvetia Ref. 3590 Swiss Made 15 Jewels Mechanical Men's Watch 1940s\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-right: 30px; font-size: 15px; background-color: #262626;\\\"\u003e\n \u003cp data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"788\"\u003eThis elegant vintage men's wristwatch from Helvetia features a classic Swiss-made mechanical hand-winding movement with 15 jewels. Crafted in the 1940s, it showcases a military-inspired aesthetic with a sub-second dial at 6 o'clock and a robust chrome-plated case with a stainless steel back. A piece of horological history from the General Watch Co, this timepiece combines vintage charm with reliable Swiss engineering. Comes with a NEW PU leather strap as a gift!\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003chr align=\"center\" size=\"2\\\" width=\"100%\\\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class='\\\"стиль2\\\"' align='\\\"center\\\"'\u003ePRODUCT INFO\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCOUNTRY OF ORIGIN:\u003c\/strong\u003e Switzerland\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMANUFACTURER:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helvetia\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOVERALL CONDITION (10-point scale):\u003c\/strong\u003e 8\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCASE Condition (10-point scale):\u003c\/strong\u003e 7-8\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGLASS Condition (10-point scale):\u003c\/strong\u003e 9\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDIAL Condition (10-point scale):\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003chr align=\"center\" size=\"2\\\" width=\"100%\\\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class='\\\"стиль2\\\"' align='\\\"center\\\"'\u003eCASE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Chrome plated base metal \/ Stainless steel back\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003chr align=\"center\" size=\"2\\\" width=\"100%\\\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class='\\\"стиль2\\\"' align='\\\"center\\\"'\u003eGLASS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Acrylic\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003chr align=\"center\" size=\"2\\\" width=\"100%\\\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class='\\\"стиль2\\\"' align='\\\"center\\\"'\u003eSTRAP\u003c\/h3\u003e\nComes with a NEW PU leather strap as a gift!\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003chr align=\"center\" size=\"2\\\" width=\"100%\\\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class='\\\"стиль2\\\"' align='\\\"center\\\"'\u003eMOVEMENT\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical: hand-winding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCaliber:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Helvetia\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003chr align=\"center\" size=\"2\\\" width=\"100%\\\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class='\\\"стиль2\\\"' align='\\\"center\\\"'\u003eDIMENSIONS, WEIGHT\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; text-align: center; color: white; border: 1px solid #a7a9ac;\\\"\u003e\n \u003ctbody\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #a7a9ac; padding: 5px;\\\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #a7a9ac; padding: 5px;\\\"\u003eMetric (mm\/g)\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #a7a9ac; padding: 5px;\\\"\u003eImperial (in\/oz)\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a7a9ac; padding: 5px;\\\"\u003eWidth (without crown)\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a7a9ac; padding: 5px;\\\"\u003e33.0 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a7a9ac; padding: 5px;\\\"\u003e1.30 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a7a9ac; padding: 5px;\\\"\u003eWidth (with crown)\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a7a9ac; padding: 5px;\\\"\u003e36.0 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a7a9ac; padding: 5px;\\\"\u003e1.42 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a7a9ac; padding: 5px;\\\"\u003eLength (lug to lug)\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a7a9ac; padding: 5px;\\\"\u003e38.0 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a7a9ac; padding: 5px;\\\"\u003e1.50 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a7a9ac; padding: 5px;\\\"\u003eDepth (thickness)\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a7a9ac; padding: 5px;\\\"\u003e9.0 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a7a9ac; padding: 5px;\\\"\u003e0.35 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a7a9ac; padding: 5px;\\\"\u003eCrystal diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a7a9ac; padding: 5px;\\\"\u003e25.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a7a9ac; padding: 5px;\\\"\u003e1.00 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a7a9ac; padding: 5px;\\\"\u003eTotal weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a7a9ac; padding: 5px;\\\"\u003e42.0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a7a9ac; padding: 5px;\\\"\u003e1.48 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a7a9ac; padding: 5px;\\\"\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd colspan=\"2\\\" style=\"border: 1px solid #a7a9ac; padding: 5px;\\\"\u003eSwitzerland\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"center\\\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/ACtC-3dhbONNmaqCR1eOYOe4sKQO3tPlSO0Ewyu_EMiXtju4Weho_wLu14Yzww0rOo89Tqkc4HaLUtucfnD4MeRSEyi-JwoWkGOcBQa0qispRmeoiXOsHwV1H2zrQK1DepQG9VeqD0SSg6XlJ-M2t8kJQ9Jc=w290-h373-no?authuser=0\" width=\"290\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003chr align=\"center\" size=\"2\\\" width=\"100%\\\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class='\\\"стиль2\\\"' align='\\\"center\\\"'\u003eHISTORY\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\\\"\u003eHelvetia has a distinguished heritage in Swiss watchmaking, with roots dating back to 1895. Founded in La Chaux-de-Fonds by the same directors who established Omega (the Brandt family), the company was originally known as \"Société d'Horlogerie La Générale\" or General Watch Co. Helvetia quickly became a leading producer of high-quality watches, known for technical innovations such as early waterproof cases and shock protection. During World War II, Helvetia was a significant supplier of military timepieces to both British and German forces, earning a reputation for reliability in demanding conditions. Even after splitting from Omega in 1911, the brand continued to thrive, producing esteemed in-house calibers and iconic \"Big Date\" models before becoming a member of the Société des Garde-Temps in 1968. Today, Helvetia watches are highly sought after by collectors for their historical significance and timeless Swiss craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color:#171717\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"стиль2\" align=\"center\"\u003eRECOMMENDATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAll Antique watches are mechanical. Many repairs will not be cheap, as most likely they will require replacement of non-standard parts (unlike most late model watches).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAntique watches should not be beaten or dropped - because repairs may be expensive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAntique watches are generally NOT waterproof. This is because waterproofing was not in general production until the middle of the 20th century for most watches. Therefore you should protect your antique watch from exposure to moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf your watch becomes wet it should be dried off quickly. Carefully open all covers and use a hair drier to blow dry the movement, dial, covers, crown. This will reduce the amount of rust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf your watch becomes wet with any kind of salt water you should immediately immerse or spray your watch with fresh (no-salt) water to remove all the salt from the works before drying the watch completely. Any salt left in the watch will combine with moisture in the air to rust metal components of the movement, case etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWinding any mechanical watch tight may break the mainspring. If you can avoid it do not wind the watch hard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen adjusting the hands of your watch, move them in a clockwise direction only. Counter-clockwise adjustments may damage the movement. It is desirable to adjust the hands of your watch at the same time every day. An automatic or self-winding watch should be worn for at least 8 hours a day. It is a mechanical watch in which the mainspring is wound automatically as a result of natural motion of the wearer's arm, to provide energy to run the watch, making manual winding unnecessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you must adjust counter-clockwise make it for small adjustments only (i.e. for minutes, NOT hours).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBe careful and gentle when adjusting the movement speed (faster or slower). Don't make sharp movements, and don't touch other components in the movement especially the pendulum mechanism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvery 2-3 years it is necessary to service and oil vintage watches. If the course of your watches is worsening and the accuracy of the reduction in the duration of the clock (autonomy) from one fully wound spring - it need a service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIF the watch is dirty - allow the watch to run down, don't wind it again until you have it serviced by a qualified watch repair expert. Dust will absorb and remove important lubricants and cause the movement pieces to wear down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo clean the case, dial and crystal you should use a cloth that does NOT leave fibers as these may get caught up in the movement. Check with your Watch repair expert to get an appropriate cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep your antiques watch away from magnets. Strong magnetic fields may affect the accuracy of your watch since some vintage watches were made with iron based components in the movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMost Cases and Covers are fine components and will not handle abuse well. The watch should not be shaken, beaten, or stressed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAntique watches generally experience an error of up to 5-7 minutes a day. Any accuracy of +- 5 minutes is very good.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMechanical watch is not recommended to use for engage in extreme sports, and expose them to excessive vibration loads. Recoil force, which take on the clock, affect their reliability and precision. No matter how perfect was not anti-shock mechanism, there is always the chance of excessive load that details of the mechanism can not survive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatch with calendar.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is not recommended to adjust, the date between 20.00 and 06.00, because at this time involved a mechanism for automatic adjustment date. Translation pointers calendars manually in this position arrows may damage the mechanism. Date changes should be made, relegating pre-clockwise to lower sector of the dial (for example, to position 6 (18.00) hours).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChronograph watches.\u003c\/strong\u003e In most cases, these watches contain the \"start\/stop\" button and \"reset\" button. It is strongly recommended not to press the \"reset\" if the chronograph is running. Before you use the \"Reset\" button need to stop the chronograph by button \"start\/stop\". Using the \"reset\" when running chronograph can damage the mechanism of most models of watches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color:#171717\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"стиль2\" align=\"center\"\u003eSHIPPING\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWe ship to any country. This item will be shipped to you from Europe (Ukraine) via registered airmail with tracking number and insurance within 7-14 days (except for the weekends and holidays) after the payment is fully received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"стиль10\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Delivery Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"стиль1\"\u003eEuropean Countries:\u003c\/span\u003e about 7-10 days;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"стиль1\"\u003eUSA, Japan \u0026amp; other:\u003c\/span\u003e about 10-14 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"стиль1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE: Delivery time may increase because of postal services and\/or customs. Please, don't worry and check location of your parcel using provided tracking number. In spite of delays all our previous lots have been successfully delivered! \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"стиль1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe item will be packed very carefully!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color:#171717\"\u003e\n \u003ch3 class=\"стиль2\" align=\"center\"\u003eRETURNS\/REFUNDS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e You have 3 days to contact us and 5 days to return it from the date it was received. If this item is in your possession more than 3 days, it is considered used and we will not issue you a refund or replacement. 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