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1940s Mid-size Gruen Curvex Wrist Watch
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1940s Mid-size Gruen Curvex Wrist Watch

1920 - 1940
Sold 30 January 2025 · The Vintage Wrist Watch Company
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It was listed by The Vintage Wrist Watch Company. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

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Description

1940s mid-size Gruen curvex wrist watch.

The watch has a calibre 364 17-jewel hand-winding movement which is working nicely. The movement is signed with the Gruen Watch Co name, and it also has the name Conoruma. By 1940 all movements had moved over to using the new temperature compensating metal in the balance and hairspring known as Conoruma.

The watch measures 19.5mm wide excluding the winding crown, and 30mm high excluding the lugs. Originally the watch would have been worn by a man but nowadays, it is classed as a mid-size piece. The case is 10kt gold filled while the case back is stainless steel. The case is in lovely condition.

The curved lens has light marking but is very acceptable.

The signed dial is in its original finish. One of the hands is original, the other is a good period replacement.

A new leather strap has been fitted.

The watch comes in a new presentation box.

Date of Manufacture

The Vintage Wrist Watch Company has dated this Vintage Gruen Curvex Watch to the 1940s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1097469
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All of our watches are checked over before listing, and are also checked for accuracy which is usually within around +/- two to three minutes over 24 hours (unless otherwise stated), which is considered respectable for a vintage watch.

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Description
1940s mid-size Gruen curvex wrist watch.

The watch has a calibre 364 17-jewel hand-winding movement which is working nicely. The movement is signed with the Gruen Watch Co name, and it also has the name Conoruma.

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By 1940 all movements had moved over to using the new temperature compensating metal in the balance and hairspring known as Conoruma.
The Vintage Wrist Watch Company
fig 1. A vintage 1940s Gruen Curvex wristwatch featuring a curved gold-plated rectangular case, an off-white dial with Arabic numerals, a sub-seconds dial, and a brown textured leather strap.
fig 1. 1940s Mid-size Gruen Curvex Wrist Watch

The watch measures 19.5mm wide excluding the winding crown, and 30mm high excluding the lugs. Originally the watch would have been worn by a man but nowadays, it is classed as a mid-size piece. The case is 10kt gold filled while the case back is stainless steel. The case is in lovely condition.

fig 2. A vintage 1940s Gruen Curvex wristwatch featuring a curved gold-plated rectangular case, an off-white dial with Arabic numerals, a sub-seconds dial, and a brown textured leather strap.
fig 2. 1940s Mid-size Gruen Curvex Wrist Watch

The curved lens has light marking but is very acceptable.

The signed dial is in its original finish. One of the hands is original, the other is a good period replacement.

A new leather strap has been fitted.

The watch comes in a new presentation box.

Date of Manufacture

The Vintage Wrist Watch Company has dated this Vintage Gruen Curvex Watch to the 1940s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1097469
The Vintage Wrist Watch Company
The Vintage Wrist Watch Company
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2011

Specialists in antique and vintage wrist watches and pocket watches

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the The Vintage Wrist Watch Company Profile Page

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Archive I A vintage 1940s Gruen Curvex wristwatch featuring a curved gold-plated rectangular case, an off-white dial with Arabic numerals, a sub-seconds dial, and a brown textured leather strap. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

1940s Mid-size Gruen Curvex Wrist Watch

Archive II A vintage 1940s Gruen Curvex wristwatch featuring a curved gold-plated rectangular case, an off-white dial with Arabic numerals, a sub-seconds dial, and a brown textured leather strap. View II
Archive III A vintage 1940s Gruen Curvex wristwatch featuring a curved gold-plated rectangular case, an off-white dial with Arabic numerals, a sub-seconds dial, and a brown textured leather strap. View III
Archive IV A vintage 1940s Gruen Curvex wristwatch featuring a curved gold-plated rectangular case, an off-white dial with Arabic numerals, a sub-seconds dial, and a brown textured leather strap. View IV
Archive V A vintage 1940s Gruen Curvex wristwatch featuring a curved gold-plated rectangular case, an off-white dial with Arabic numerals, a sub-seconds dial, and a brown textured leather strap. View V
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The Vintage Wrist Watch Company

The Vintage Wrist Watch Company
Telephone 01386 750 238
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Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/vintagewristwatch
Verified Since Jul 2011
Items For Sale 260
Items Sold 6,720
The Vintage Wrist Watch Company
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A vintage 1940s Gruen Curvex wristwatch featuring a curved gold-plated rectangular case, an off-white dial with Arabic numerals, a sub-seconds dial, and a brown textured leather strap.
1940s mid-size Gruen curvex wrist watch
Ref: SA1097469
A vintage 1940s Gruen Curvex wristwatch featuring a curved gold-plated rectangular case, an off-white dial with Arabic numerals, a sub-seconds dial, and a brown textured leather strap.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWatches
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleArt Deco Glamour
  • MaterialGold, Leather, Glass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCurved rectangular case, Arabic numerals, Sub-seconds dial, Textured leather strap

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Introduced in the 1930s, the Curvex movement was revolutionary because its curved mechanism allowed the entire watch case to contour to the shape of the wrist while maintaining the precision of a larger pocket watch movement.

These timepieces typically featured gold-filled or solid gold cases, curved mineral crystal glass, and genuine leather straps, paired with intricate mechanical brass and steel movements.

Authentic pieces feature signature Curvex markings on the case back, a curved movement that fills the interior case entirely, and specific caliber numbers stamped onto the movement mechanism.

A classic vintage dress watch pairs exceptionally well with tailored contemporary formalwear or smart-casual attire, serving as a subtle yet sophisticated statement accessory.

To maintain functionality, avoid exposure to moisture and magnetic fields, store in a dry environment, and have the mechanical movement professionally serviced every few years.
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