Description:
An impressive antique DOXA Goliath pocket watch housed in a large Argentan case, featuring a white enamel dial with bold Roman numerals and blued steel hands. This substantial Swiss-made pocket watch has a striking oversized presence and is fitted with a stem-wound, pin-set movement. The watch is currently running and presented in very good overall condition for its age, with the large 66mm case making it an especially desirable display or collector’s piece.
The case is marked “Argentan”, “DOXA”, “Déposé”, and “Swiss”, with case serial number 270480.
Maker History:
DOXA was founded in Switzerland in 1889 and became well known for producing reliable, high-quality watches and pocket watches. The company gained an excellent reputation during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly for oversized “Goliath” pocket watches designed for easy readability and robust everyday use.
Key Details:
• Maker: DOXA
• Model: Goliath Pocket Watch
• Case Serial Number: 270480
• Period: Early 20th Century
• Case Material: Argentan Metal
• Country of Origin: Switzerland
• Movement Type: Stem Wound, Pin Set
• Dial: White Enamel Roman Numeral Dial
• Hands: Blued Steel Hands
• Large Oversized “Goliath” Format
Dimensions:
• Case Diameter: 66mm
• Thickness: 23mm
Condition:
• In good working order
• Winds, sets, and runs well
• Case and crystal in very good overall condition
• Light surface marks and general age-related wear present
• Small damage/chip to edge of enamel dial near 8 o’clock
• Dial has some hairline cracks and minor marks
• Movement appears clean and complete
Summary:
A very large and impressive antique DOXA Goliath pocket watch with attractive Roman numeral dial, oversized proportions, and a clean Swiss movement. A desirable and highly displayable collector’s piece that would suit enthusiasts of early Swiss pocket watches and large-format timepieces.
Postage & Shipping:
As usual, this item will be packaged carefully and dispatched with tracking. International shipping is available upon request.
Important Notes About Antique & Vintage Watches & Movements:
This item is a vintage/antique timepiece and is being sold as such. While it is currently running and functioning at the time of testing, no guarantee can be given regarding long-term accuracy or reliability. The service history is unknown, and a service or adjustment may be required for regular use. Vintage watches may have replacement parts, repairs, or age-related wear consistent with their age.
