{"product_id":"21-original-vintage-swiss-manual-wind-wristwatch-c-1970s-working","title":"21 Original Vintage Swiss Manual Wind Wristwatch – c.1970s – Working","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"74\" data-end=\"89\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"74\" data-end=\"89\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"91\" data-end=\"406\"\u003eA vintage 21 Original manual wind wristwatch dating from the 1970s, presented in good working order and supplied in a Bowles Ltd watch gift box. This attractive Swiss-made watch features a silver sunburst dial with applied baton hour markers housed in a distinctive angular tonneau-style case typical of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"408\" data-end=\"653\"\u003ePowered by a BFG 866 manual wind movement, the watch is running well and retains its original vintage character. The large case size, clean dial layout and sharp case design give it a strong 1970s aesthetic while remaining highly wearable today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"771\"\u003eThe watch is fitted with a modern black leather strap and would make an excellent everyday vintage mechanical watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"790\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"790\"\u003eMaker History\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"1142\"\u003eLittle is known about the \"21 Original\" brand, which appears to have been one of many Swiss private-label watch brands produced during the 1960s and 1970s. Watches of this type were commonly fitted with reliable Swiss movements from manufacturers such as Baumgartner Frères (BFG), whose movements were widely used throughout the Swiss watch industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1144\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1144\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003eKey Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1482\"\u003e• Maker: 21 Original\u003cbr data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1184\"\u003e• Date: c.1970s\u003cbr data-start=\"1199\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003e• Movement: BFG 866 Manual Wind\u003cbr data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1236\"\u003e• Swiss Made\u003cbr data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003e• Mechanical Hand-Wound Movement\u003cbr data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003e• Silver Sunburst Dial\u003cbr data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1311\"\u003e• Applied Baton Hour Markers\u003cbr data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1342\"\u003e• Centre Seconds Hand\u003cbr data-start=\"1363\" data-end=\"1366\"\u003e• Antimagnetic\u003cbr data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003e• Water Resistant (historic marking only)\u003cbr data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1427\"\u003e• Stainless Steel Case Back\u003cbr data-start=\"1454\" data-end=\"1457\"\u003e• New Black Leather Strap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1498\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1498\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003e• Case Diameter (excluding crown): 36.0mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1541\" data-end=\"1544\"\u003e• Case Diameter (including crown): 38.4mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003e• Lug to Lug: 40.6mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1611\"\u003e• Thickness: 12.1mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1633\"\u003e• Lug Width: 18mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1652\" data-end=\"1665\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1652\" data-end=\"1665\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1667\" data-end=\"2034\"\u003e• Running and functioning at the time of listing\u003cbr data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1718\"\u003e• Winds and sets correctly\u003cbr data-start=\"1744\" data-end=\"1747\"\u003e• Dial remains clean with light age-related patina\u003cbr data-start=\"1797\" data-end=\"1800\"\u003e• Crystal in good condition with light surface marks only\u003cbr data-start=\"1857\" data-end=\"1860\"\u003e• Case in good overall condition with light wear from use\u003cbr data-start=\"1917\" data-end=\"1920\"\u003e• New leather strap fitted\u003cbr data-start=\"1946\" data-end=\"1949\"\u003e• Movement clean and running well\u003cbr data-start=\"1982\" data-end=\"1985\"\u003e• Service history unknown\u003cbr data-start=\"2010\" data-end=\"2013\"\u003e• Service recommended\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2036\" data-end=\"2047\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2036\" data-end=\"2047\"\u003eSummary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2049\" data-end=\"2322\"\u003eA stylish and increasingly desirable 1970s Swiss manual wind wristwatch featuring a reliable BFG movement and striking angular case design. The larger 36mm case size wears well by modern standards, making this an excellent entry point into vintage Swiss mechanical watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2324\" data-end=\"2346\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2324\" data-end=\"2346\"\u003ePostage \u0026amp; Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2348\" data-end=\"2474\"\u003eAs usual, this item will be packaged carefully and dispatched with tracking. International shipping is available upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2476\" data-end=\"2539\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2476\" data-end=\"2539\"\u003eImportant Notes About Antique \u0026amp; Vintage Watches \u0026amp; Movements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2541\" data-end=\"2955\"\u003eThis watch is currently running and functioning at the time of listing. However, as with all used mechanical watches, no guarantee is given regarding long-term accuracy, reliability, or timekeeping performance. The service history is unknown, and a service is always recommended if the watch is intended for regular use. This item is being sold as a collectible timepiece rather than a modern precision instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"21 Original","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53202628051211,"sku":"1800\/5","price":105.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/6560\/9995\/files\/AA9C02B3-7EA1-4E54-B8AC-6B6F8F62AB1F_1_105_c.jpg?v=1782297248","url":"https:\/\/bowles.ltd\/products\/21-original-vintage-swiss-manual-wind-wristwatch-c-1970s-working","provider":"Bowles Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}