1940s Eterna Manual-Wind Dress Watch "Glossy Gilt Black Dial"

In 1856, a couple of guys named Josef Girard and Urs Schild started a watch movement manufacturer called, appropriately enough, Dr. Girard & Schild. They rebranded a few times, first to Schild Freres, then—perhaps after realizing that neither of the previous names rolled off the tongue—they started putting the name Eterna on their watch dials. That one stuck.

The brand has put out some really incredible pieces over the years, most of which fall under the sports-driven tool watch category. But this one is more military-inspired from the ‘40s—calling to mind some of the Dirty Dozen pieces—featuring a hand-wound movement housed within a stout 36.5mm case. Dress it up or dress it down, either way, there's no doubt this beauty will work as a perfect accompaniment for any wardrobe.

SPECS

Stock #		ETRMNWND
Brand		Eterna
Style		Manual-Wind Dress Watch
Model		N/A
Serial		28XXXXX
Size		Men's
Material		Stainless Steel
Dial		Glossy Black "Gilt"
Millimeters		36.5
Bracelet		2pc Handmade Leather Strap

CASE & BRACELET

The case appears to have been lightly polished in the past yet retains its factory case geometry and thick even lugs. The case back retains all of its factory markings in clear and legible condition. The watch will come supplied on a 2-piece handmade leather strap.

DIAL & HANDS

The glossy black with gilt printing and text is absolutely stunning, featuring a sub-dial second at 6 o'clock, creating a much more full look on what would otherwise be a simple design. The dial has a beautiful vintage aesthetic from the unique aging of the glossy finish throughout. The original radium-lumed Arabic numerals have taken on a lovely golden patina and display no degradation when inspected under U.V. light. The original radium-lumed gilt hands are also in excellent condition and match the dial perfectly, showing no degradation under U.V. light inspection.