Favre-Leuba Geneve Sea King - Tropical Dial (Ref. 41153, Cal. 101, c. 1960s)
रु. 18000.00
Description: Favre-Leuba Geneve Sea King, reference 41153, serial 10679, powered by Calibre 101 manual wind movement. Favre-Leuba is one of Switzerland's oldest watchmakers, founded in 1737 - predating Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin, and virtually every name the modern collector knows. The Sea King was Favre-Leuba's sport and water-resistant line, built during the brand's most prolific era in the 1960s when they were a dominant force across Indian and South Asian markets.
Powered by the Favre-Leuba Calibre 101 manual wind movement - visible in full through the open caseback and confirmed in exceptional condition. The movement plate is engraved "Favre-Leuba Swiss Made" - a mark of in-house pride uncommon at this tier. 32mm stainless steel case confirmed shockprotected, antimagnetic, and waterproof on caseback. Favre-Leuba diamond logo at 12 o'clock. Arabic numerals with mixed baton indices. "Sea King" script at 6 o'clock. Aftermarket black leather strap fitted - original strap not present. Acrylic crystal.
The dial has developed a deep tropical patina across its entire surface - a natural transformation from the original champagne finish into warm golden tones that only decades of honest aging can produce. For collectors who understand vintage dials, this is not a flaw. It is the watch.
Story of This Watch: A 60-plus year old Swiss watch from one of horology's oldest houses, surviving with its original movement in exceptional working condition. The Sea King was the watch of choice for a generation of professionals across South Asia - doctors, engineers, businessmen who wanted Swiss quality without the Omega or Longines premium. Finding one with a movement this clean is increasingly rare.
Condition: Very good vintage condition rated 4/5. Case shows honest age-appropriate wear. Movement in exceptional condition per seller - confirmed visually through open caseback. Dial displays significant tropical patina consistent with 1960s production - disclosed transparently and considered character. Aftermarket leather strap fitted - original not present. No box or papers.
Good Wrist Co. Assurance: Inspected and verified authentic. Reference 41153 and serial 10679 confirmed on caseback. Calibre 101 confirmed on movement bridge. All visible components consistent with period Favre-Leuba Sea King production. Transparent disclosure regarding tropical dial, aftermarket strap, and absent box and papers.