MOERIS - FAB SWISS | Pocket Watch
Anthracite Dial | Original Radium
Patented Wristholder
Flat Shape 44 mm
New Old Stock
1940s
For your collection of incredibly original Moeris vintage pocket watches, there is this Super Jumbo Flat Shape "Extra Big" 44mm Pocket Watch | Original Radium Anthracite Subsecond Dial produced in the 1940s, in pristine New-Old-Stock collector`s condition.
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This Moeris timemachine dates from the 1940s and features the typical characteristics of that era:
Antimagnetic | Targeted protection against magnetic fields became an important quality feature in everyday watches during this period - particularly starting in the 1930s.
Design | The understated stainless steel case, the exclusive anthracite-colored dial with delicate Roman numerals (original radium), and the small seconds subdial at 6 o’clock are characteristic of the minimalist style of Moeris in the late 1930s and 1940s.
Radium | At that time, radium-226 mixed with zinc sulfide was used as the luminescent material. When new, this luminous material was usually whitish-light yellow or light green. Over the decades, however, the radiation emitted by the radium destroys the chemical structure of the zinc sulfide. This causes the material to age, lose its luminosity, and take on a characteristic brownish, dark yellow, or orange-brown discoloration - exactly as seen on the Roman numerals of this watch.
The state of preservation and coloration are 100% original, making it a true collector's dream.
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Moeris was a Swiss watch brand dating back to 1893. The watch manufacturer was founded in Saint-Imier in 1893 and produced more than 10 million watches up until 1957. At that time, the company sold high-quality watches featuring 17 or 25 jewels and Incabloc shock protection.
A Moeris licensed watch featuring the countenance of James Bond gained particular fame in 1966. This watch had a rectangular case with beveled corners, giving it an octagonal look comparable to Bulgari’s modern Octo line. The round dial was plain except for the “James Bond 007” logo above the date window at 6 o’clock, but the back featured an engraving of Sean Connery in his signature role. The crown was square and also engraved with “007.”
In 1974, Moeris became part of Rayville, alongside Blancpain. Beginning in 1976, the company listed Villeret as its headquarters, just like Rayville. In 1978, Moeris ceased operations and was acquired by Tissot in 1980. At that time, the company focused on skeleton pocket watches, and soon afterward, it was based in Le Locle alongside Tissot. Production ended after 1985.
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Our certified master watchmakers completely overhauled this masterpiece in year 2026. The timemachine is fully protected by our 1-year guarantee for you.
This exquisite timepiece comes with a patented wristband holder - designed for everyday use - handcrafted, titan edition.
It's equipped with a cognac-colored leather strap and features an optional Paul Newman-style Daytona Racing Leather accessory in deep orange, perfectly matching the patina on the dial.
You will stand out with this truly unique and lovely setting that showcases this outstanding Moeris masterpiece to its finest.
Amazing Eye-Catcher!
Manual movement
Diameter 44 mm without crown
Technical indications | Keeping time +14 sec/day
Service 2026
* For best performance, adjust this collector's masterpiece after shipping. | ** Upon request, we provide any service also prior shipping. Feel free to speak with us @ any time!
* Illustrations and/or sales advertisements for curation are not part of the sale, but serve for illustrative purposes, unless otherwise stated in the description.
Differential taxation according to § 25a UStG. No taxes included. | Differenzbesteuerung nach § 25a UStG. Kunstgegenstände und Sammlungsstücke, Sonderregelung.
