
Vintage Zaff Small Seconds Mechanical Wristwatch
This is a vintage mid-century mechanical wristwatch, likely from the 1940s or 1950s, featuring a circular stainless steel or chrome-plated case. The dial displays a prominent 'Zaff' brand logo with 'Antimagnetic' text below it. It features a cream or light champagne dial that has developed a significant aged patina, showing uniform discoloration and speckling. The hour markers are printed Arabic numerals in a black sans-serif font, accompanied by a small seconds sub-dial located at the 6 o'clock position. The hands appear to be a syringe style with remnants of luminous filling, now darkened by age. The crystal is a domed acrylic or glass, showing visible micro-scratching. The watch is attached to a vintage-style stainless steel expansion link bracelet, which shows minor surface wear and light scratches consistent with regular use. The crown is located at the 3 o'clock position and appears to be original to the piece. Overall, the watch exhibits an honest 'lived-in' aesthetic with character-defining wear that signifies its age and history. The craftsmanship reflects typical utility-focused mid-tier Swiss or European manufacturing standards of the post-WWII era.
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Estimated Value
$150 - $250
Basic Information
Category
Horology / Vintage Watches
Appraised On
December 22, 2025
Estimated Value
$150 - $250
Item Description
This is a vintage mid-century mechanical wristwatch, likely from the 1940s or 1950s, featuring a circular stainless steel or chrome-plated case. The dial displays a prominent 'Zaff' brand logo with 'Antimagnetic' text below it. It features a cream or light champagne dial that has developed a significant aged patina, showing uniform discoloration and speckling. The hour markers are printed Arabic numerals in a black sans-serif font, accompanied by a small seconds sub-dial located at the 6 o'clock position. The hands appear to be a syringe style with remnants of luminous filling, now darkened by age. The crystal is a domed acrylic or glass, showing visible micro-scratching. The watch is attached to a vintage-style stainless steel expansion link bracelet, which shows minor surface wear and light scratches consistent with regular use. The crown is located at the 3 o'clock position and appears to be original to the piece. Overall, the watch exhibits an honest 'lived-in' aesthetic with character-defining wear that signifies its age and history. The craftsmanship reflects typical utility-focused mid-tier Swiss or European manufacturing standards of the post-WWII era.
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