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Gents 1950s Smiths De Luxe Wrist Watch
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Gents 1950s Smiths De Luxe Wrist Watch

1940 - 1960
Sold 22 October 2025 · The Vintage Wrist Watch Company
This “Gents 1950s Smiths De Luxe Wrist Watch” found a buyer.

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.

Description

Gents 1950s Smiths De Luxe wrist watch.

The watch has a 15-jewel hand-winding movement, Made in England, which is working nicely.

The watch measures 32mm diameter excluding the winding crown and the lugs. The case is chromium plated while the case back is stainless steel. The front and sides are in beautiful condition. The case back has general light surface marks.

The lens is in lovely condition.

The signed dial is in its original finish with original hands, a subsidiary seconds dial and inner minute markers.

A new leather strap has been fitted.

The watch comes in a new presentation box.

Declaration

The Vintage Wrist Watch Company has dated this Vintage Smiths Wristwatch to the 1950s.

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SA1161049
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Description
Gents 1950s Smiths De Luxe wrist watch.

The watch has a 15-jewel hand-winding movement, Made in England, which is working nicely.

The watch measures 32mm diameter excluding the winding crown and the lugs. The case is chromium plated while the case back is stainless steel. The front and sides are in beautiful condition. The case back has general light surface marks.

fig 1. A vintage 1950s Smiths De Luxe mechanical wristwatch with a cream dial, gold numerals, and a black leather strap.
fig 1. Gents 1950s Smiths De Luxe Wrist Watch

The lens is in lovely condition.

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The signed dial is in its original finish with original hands, a subsidiary seconds dial and inner minute markers.
The Vintage Wrist Watch Company

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 Smiths Wristwatch to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1161049
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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A vintage 1950s Smiths De Luxe mechanical wristwatch with a cream dial, gold numerals, and a black leather strap.
Gents 1950s Smiths De Luxe wrist watch
Ref: SA1161049
A vintage 1950s Smiths De Luxe mechanical wristwatch with a cream dial, gold numerals, and a black leather strap.
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  • ObjectWristwatches
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century Modern
  • MaterialStainless steel, Leather, Glass
  • ColourSilver and Black
  • MotifsSub-dial seconds, Arabic numerals, Crown logo, Leather strap

The Smiths De Luxe range represents high-grade mechanical watches produced by Smiths Industries in England during the mid-20th century, known for reliability and domestic craftsmanship.

These timepieces typically feature chrome-plated or gold-plated cases, acrylic crystals, leather straps, and mechanical manual-wind movements containing jewelled lever escapements.

Authenticity is verified by examining the signed dial, matching movement calibre markings, case back stamps, and ensuring the mechanical components align with the production era.

A vintage timepiece pairs effortlessly with tailored menswear, classic knitwear, and minimalist accessories, adding a subtle touch of heritage sophistication to contemporary outfits.

Preservation requires avoiding moisture exposure, keeping the mechanical movement serviced regularly by a professional horologist, and storing the watch in a dry environment.
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