1950s Movado Chronograph (Ref. 19038) "Cal. M95"

Movado may just be the perfect example of the joy of vintage watches in relation to their modern counterparts. In the mid-century, Movado competed with the likes of Rolex and Patek Philippe for design accolades and market share, establishing themselves as a premium manufacturer. One whose influence is still very much felt today.

The Movado M95 chronographs, for example, remain today as some of the most sought-after, collectible, and incredibly beautiful wristwatches to come out of the mid-century era of watch design. While many Movado references employ the M95 movement, the M95 watches as a whole have captivated collectors since its creation, especially those with cases manufactured by Francios Borgel, the case maker responsible for iconic Patek Phillipe references such as the ref. 1463 Tasti Tondi and reference 565.

SPECS

Stock #		MOVM95-2
Brand		Movado
Style		Chronograph "Cal. M95"
Model		19038
Serial		A10XXXX
Size		Men's
Material		Stainless Steel
Dial		White "Aged"
Millimeters		35
Bracelet		Vintage Stainless Steel Oyster-Style Rivet Bracelet

CASE & BRACELET

The impressively crisp Borgel-designed case features multi-angled straight lugs and a charming stepped bezel that remain in excellent condition, showing minimal evidence of previous polishing and gentle signs of use. The case retains its original and characteristic "fat" pump pushers, and the crown is believed to be original as well. The screw-down case back is also very well-preserved and crisp, with only minimal wear present. The watch comes supplied on a vintage stainless sell oyster-style rivet bracelet with straight end pieces, the bracelet retains 12 links that show no stretch and will fit up to a 7 1/4-inch wrist.

DIAL & HANDS

The original, incredibly well-preserved, truly beautiful dial is in exceptional vintage condition, featuring a blue tachymeter and rose gold markers and hands with the perfect amount of patina to invoke the vintage enthusiast while exhibiting only minor age. The sub-dials also remain clean and share the same patina as the main dial, while also retaining the original kris-style hands in the 3 and 6 o'clock sub-dials, the 9 o'clock sub-dial features a standard straight hand which is also original and matches the metal of the hour and minute hands. The original rose gold hour and minute hands are also original and in excellent condition.