1970s Waltham "Incabloc 17" Bark Finish Bracelet 22.5mm

Here we have a beautiful 1970s Waltham "Incabloc 17" with a 22.5mm Gold-plated elliptical case that flows over your wrist thanks to the integrated Bark Finish Bracelet, and a lug-to-lug length of 25mm and a case thickness of just 7mm ensure a comfortable jewellery-like fit. On the right side is a coin-edged signed crown. The slender bark-finished bezel holds a domed crystal above a champagne-coloured dial. Stick indexes mark the hours, and slim hands sit majestically in the centre; at noon, we have the Waltham motif, and at 6 o’clock, “Incabloc 17” completes this delicate, sophisticated dress watch.  On the reverse, a stainless steel snap-off case back engraved with the details of the watch, inside a manually wound Waltham 17 jewel movement. The flowing gold-plated 16.5mm integrated bracelet has geometric-shaped links that are bark-finished, with a subtle taper and is secured by a folding jewellery clasp.

This watch is sold as Watch Only and, therefore, comes without its Waltham box or paperwork. It comes paired with a flowing 16.5mm gold-plated bark-finished integrated bracelet with a signed folding jewellery clasp, this will fit up to a 6.75inch wrist. It is from Circa. 1970s and is in wonderful vintage worn condition, as you can see. The watch comes with our 12-Months NON-Waterproof Warranty.

This is an undeniable charm to a vintage watch like this Waltham with its integrated bark-finished bracelet and case, with a warm gold-tone dial and elegant shape. Perfect for the person wanting a smaller watch that feels like a piece of jewellery that just so happens to tell the time. I would not hesitate to add this watch to your collection today!

Reference : 876
Movement : Manually Wound Waltham 17 Jewel
Age : Circa. 1970s
Year : Circa. 1970s
Case Size : 40mm
Case Thickness : 7mm
Lug to Lug : 25mm
Lugs : 16.5mm (Integrated)
Condition : Pre-Owned
Box and Papers : None
Case Material : Gold Plated
Warranty : 12-Months NON-Waterproof Warranty
The wrist model's wrist size is 7inch

In 1850, Aaron Dennison founded Waltham, a company that completely transformed watchmaking by introducing the American Watchmaking System. This innovative system was based on the concept of interchangeable parts, which had never been employed before in watchmaking. Waltham's precision machinery ensured that each component was identical, making the assembly and mass production of reliable watches more efficient. Waltham's success grew with the release of the Model 1857, the first American-made pocket watch to achieve practical success. This was a turning point for the company, manufacturing a range of pocket watches, including high-end, elaborately decorated movements like the "Vanguard." Thanks to its reputation for precision, Waltham became the preferred choice for the American railroad system. Its dependable timepieces ensured strict schedules were maintained, contributing to national growth and synchronisation. Despite facing significant challenges, Waltham persevered and became a crucial supplier for the US military during World War II. Their factories produced pocket compasses, timepieces for soldiers, and timing devices for weaponry. In January 1958, an agreement was reached between the Axler-led Waltham Watch Co. and the Chicago-based Hallmark Watch Co. They moved their operations from Massachusetts to Chicago. In the summer of 1962, Waltham opened a new factory in Neuchatel, Switzerland. In 1968, it was announced that Waltham would be acquired by a Swiss group headed by the Invicta Watch Co. During the 1970s, Waltham was merged into an association with other Swiss makers of inexpensive watches, the Société des Garde-Temps SA (SGT). However, due to the quartz crisis, SGT ceased operations in 1981.