Record Watch Co. started life in 1903 in Tramelan, Switzerland, where it created its first outstanding timepieces, which won it an excellent reputation quite early on. As a result, some models were picked up for military use across Europe and Asia, further cementing Record’s place in history. In the early 1960s, Longines acquired the company but allowed it to continue operating independently and from its original headquarters. Sadly, the Quartz Crisis of the 1970s made Record financially unviable, putting it out of business by the early 80s. All these years later, watches such as the one on offer here are all that survives of Record’s watchmaking virtues.
This late 40s-early 50s Datofix proudly showcases a constellation of elusive complications: a pointer-date calendar, a moon-phase indicator, a set of day and date displays, and – the cherry on top – a neat small seconds display at 6 o’clock. The dagger indices and slender sword hands tie the impressive composition together, lending the watch an aggressive aspect.
Inside, the rather impressive in-house caliber 107CLD is ticking resolutely away after undergoing thorough servicing by our very own watchmaker!
As far as the condition is concerned, there’s little left to be desired. Granted, the gold-plated case is a little worn, and the silver dial has acquired a coat of patina, but these seeming imperfections only add to the piece’s old-timey aura.
Our offering comes outfitted with a beautiful green leather strap.
Covered by a limited warranty of 6 months.
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| Complications/Functions | Date, Month, Moon phase, Only Original Parts, Small seconds, Weekday |