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

1940 - 1960
Sold 10 September 2025 · The Vintage Wrist Watch Company
This “Gents Late 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 late 1950s Smiths De Luxe wrist watch.

The watch has a 17-jewel 27CS 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 gold plated and it is in lovely condition. Stainless steel case back.

The lens is in lovely condition (some white reflection showing in the photos).

The signed dial is in good condition with original hands and centre seconds hand with red pointer end.

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 Watch to the 1950s.

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SA1164322
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Description
Gents late 1950s Smiths De Luxe wrist watch.

The watch has a 17-jewel 27CS 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 gold plated and it is in lovely condition. Stainless steel case back.

fig 1. A close-up shot of a vintage Smiths De Luxe wrist watch featuring a gold-toned round case, a light dial with index markers, and a black leather strap.
fig 1. Gents Late 1950s Smiths De Luxe Wrist Watch

The lens is in lovely condition (some white reflection showing in the photos).

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The signed dial is in good condition with original hands and centre seconds hand with red pointer end.
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 Watch to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1164322
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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Archive I A close-up shot of a vintage Smiths De Luxe wrist watch featuring a gold-toned round case, a light dial with index markers, and a black leather strap. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Gents Late 1950s Smiths De Luxe Wrist Watch

Archive II A close-up shot of a vintage Smiths De Luxe wrist watch featuring a gold-toned round case, a light dial with index markers, and a black leather strap. View II
Archive III A close-up shot of a vintage Smiths De Luxe wrist watch featuring a gold-toned round case, a light dial with index markers, and a black leather strap. View III
Archive IV A close-up shot of a vintage Smiths De Luxe wrist watch featuring a gold-toned round case, a light dial with index markers, and a black leather strap. View IV
Archive V A close-up shot of a vintage Smiths De Luxe wrist watch featuring a gold-toned round case, a light dial with index markers, and a black leather strap. View V
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A close-up shot of a vintage Smiths De Luxe wrist watch featuring a gold-toned round case, a light dial with index markers, and a black leather strap.
Gents late 1950s Smiths De Luxe wrist watch
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A close-up shot of a vintage Smiths De Luxe wrist watch featuring a gold-toned round case, a light dial with index markers, and a black leather strap.
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  • ObjectWristwatches
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century Modern
  • MaterialGold-plated metal, Leather, Acrylic
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsRound case, Index dial markers, Crown adjuster, Leather strap

The Smiths De Luxe was a prominent line of high-grade mechanical wristwatches manufactured by Smiths in Great Britain during the mid-20th century, known for quality domestic craftsmanship.

These watches typically featured gold-plated or solid gold cases, acrylic or plexiglass crystals, brass movements with ruby jewel bearings, and leather straps.

Authenticity is verified by examining the signed dial, the movement calibre stamped on the inner mechanism, hallmark stamps on the case, and overall construction consistency with period manufacturing standards.

A classic timepiece pairs well with tailored formal attire or smart-casual clothing, adding a touch of understated historical elegance to contemporary outfits.

Keep the watch away from moisture and magnetic fields, wind it gently at consistent times if worn, and have it serviced periodically by a professional horologist to maintain the movement.
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