Stunning 1950s LeCoultre "Wrist Alarm" Memovox, a quintessential mid-century icon. This specific model was produced for the American market and features the highly desirable "fancy" flared lugs, adding significant wrist presence and vintage character.
Case & Dial: The 10K gold-filled case (manufactured by Wadsworth) is in excellent vintage condition with sharp lines. The dial features a beautiful natural patina, original
Pre-owned - applied gold markers, and the signature rotating inner alarm disc.
Mechanical Condition: Powered by the manual-wind Caliber 814. The watch is running and keeping good time. Notably, the alarm mainspring has just been replaced with a brand-new part, ensuring a loud, crisp, and reliable mechanical chime—a rare find as these are often weak or broken in vintage examples.
Manufacturer: LeCoultre (US Market)
Reference: Memovox Wrist Alarm
Case Material: 10K Gold Filled
Movement: Cal. 814 Manual Wind (17 Jewels)
The movement is currently running and holding time but movement service history is unknown, however, long-term accuracy cannot be guaranteed. As with all vintage watches, the water resistance is not guaranteed. Watch case and dial have minor surface scratches and are in overall good condition.
Stunning 1950s LeCoultre "Wrist Alarm" Memovox, a quintessential mid-century icon. This specific model was produced for the American market and features the highly desirable "fancy" flared lugs, adding significant wrist presence and vintage character.
Case & Dial: The 10K gold-filled case (manufactured by Wadsworth) is in excellent vintage condition with sharp lines. The dial features a beautiful natural patina, original
Pre-owned - applied gold markers, and the signature rotating inner alarm disc.
Mechanical Condition: Powered by the manual-wind Caliber 814. The watch is running and keeping good time. Notably, the alarm mainspring has just been replaced with a brand-new part, ensuring a loud, crisp, and reliable mechanical chime—a rare find as these are often weak or broken in vintage examples.
Manufacturer: LeCoultre (US Market)
Reference: Memovox Wrist Alarm
Case Material: 10K Gold Filled
Movement: Cal. 814 Manual Wind (17 Jewels)
The movement is currently running and holding time but movement service history is unknown, however, long-term accuracy cannot be guaranteed. As with all vintage watches, the water resistance is not guaranteed. Watch case and dial have minor surface scratches and are in overall good condition.
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