{"product_id":"vintage-ramona-automatic-wristwatch-25-jewels-felsa-692-c-1950s","title":"Vintage Ramona Automatic Wristwatch – 25 Jewels – Felsa 692 – c.1950s","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"518\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"91\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"91\" data-end=\"94\"\u003eA stylish mid-century Swiss automatic wristwatch by Ramona, dating to the 1950s and powered by a Felsa 692 automatic movement. The watch features a clean silvered dial with applied hour markers, Arabic numerals at 12, 6, and 9, and a date aperture at 3 with magnification. Finished with a gold-plated case and fitted with a modern leather strap, this is an attractive and wearable vintage piece with classic proportions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"520\" data-end=\"880\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"520\" data-end=\"538\"\u003eMaker History:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"541\"\u003eRamona is a lesser-known Swiss brand, typical of many mid-20th century manufacturers producing quality watches using reliable third-party movements. The inclusion of a Felsa 692 automatic calibre, one of the earlier bidirectional automatic movements, adds credibility and interest, as Felsa was a respected movement maker during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"898\"\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"898\" data-end=\"901\"\u003e• Maker: Ramona\u003cbr data-start=\"916\" data-end=\"919\"\u003e• Model \/ Grade: Automatic Wristwatch\u003cbr data-start=\"956\" data-end=\"959\"\u003e• Movement: Felsa 692\u003cbr data-start=\"980\" data-end=\"983\"\u003e• Date \/ Period: c.1950s\u003cbr data-start=\"1007\" data-end=\"1010\"\u003e• Material: Gold-plated case with stainless steel back\u003cbr data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003e• Movement Type: Automatic (self-winding)\u003cbr data-start=\"1108\" data-end=\"1111\"\u003e• Jewels: 25 jewels\u003cbr data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1133\"\u003e• Dial Type: Silvered dial with applied markers and Arabic numerals\u003cbr data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003e• Hands: Dauphine-style hands with central seconds\u003cbr data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003e• Other notable features: Date function with magnifier, Incabloc shock protection, Swiss Made\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1518\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1368\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1368\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003e• Case Diameter: 34.1mm (excluding crown)\u003cbr data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1415\"\u003e• Case Width: 36.1mm (including crown)\u003cbr data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003e• Lug to Lug: 42mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1477\"\u003e• Lug Width: 17mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003e• Thickness: 11.4mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1867\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1534\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1534\" data-end=\"1537\"\u003e• In working order – running and functioning\u003cbr data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"1584\"\u003e• General wear to gold plating, particularly on edges and lugs\u003cbr data-start=\"1646\" data-end=\"1649\"\u003e• Light surface marks to crystal\u003cbr data-start=\"1681\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003e• Dial clean and well-presented\u003cbr data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1718\"\u003e• Movement appears clean with no obvious issues\u003cbr data-start=\"1765\" data-end=\"1768\"\u003e• Case back in good condition with typical wear\u003cbr data-start=\"1815\" data-end=\"1818\"\u003e• New leather strap fitted (modern replacement)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1869\" data-end=\"2137\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1869\" data-end=\"1881\"\u003eSummary:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"1884\"\u003eA very presentable and wearable vintage automatic watch with a reliable Swiss movement. The combination of classic styling, date complication, and mid-century proportions makes it a great everyday vintage piece or an accessible addition to a collection.\u003cstrong data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2159\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2235\" data-end=\"2389\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2235\" data-end=\"2258\"\u003ePostage \u0026amp; Shipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2258\" data-end=\"2261\"\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=\"2391\" data-end=\"2661\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2391\" data-end=\"2455\"\u003eImportant Notes About Antique \u0026amp; Vintage Watches \u0026amp; Movements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2455\" data-end=\"2458\"\u003eThis item is sold as a vintage piece and, while currently running, accuracy and long-term reliability are not guaranteed. Service history is unknown, and a service is recommended for optimal performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ramona","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53103413821707,"sku":"1924\/3","price":149.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/6560\/9995\/files\/5D893297-F03E-47E2-8EFE-7E594D4BA38B_1_201_a.jpg?v=1778304629","url":"https:\/\/bowles.ltd\/products\/vintage-ramona-automatic-wristwatch-25-jewels-felsa-692-c-1950s","provider":"Bowles Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}