The legendary reputation of Gubelin dates all the way back to 1854 and continues today under the same family. The brand started in Lucerne, Switzerland, in a small watchmaker's shop before later entering the jewelry business as a formal atelier. The jewelry business grew rapidly throughout Switzerland, eventually going abroad to New York City and earning the brand a comparison to New York's own Tiffany & Co. Meanwhile, the Gubelin Atelier continued its watch side of the business, primarily retailing top Swiss brands like Rolex, Patek Philippe, and Audemars Piguet – often with cosigned dials bearing the Gubelin name. 

Eventually, Gubelin began to produce watches under their own name. While they're less widely known than many of their contemporaries, the brand produced some beautiful timepieces that are, as a result, modestly priced vintage pieces with a great Swiss heritage. 

SPECS

CASE & BRACELET

The classically designed Calatrava-style case has been gold plated 80 microns thick, which is much thicker than an average gold plating and gives the watch a rich look and feel. It has been minimally polished and features long, slightly tapered lugs that retain squared edges and crisp original finishing throughout. The case retains its original unsigned crown. The case back is clean with minimal wear, and the factory-engraved serial number is still deep and legible. The watch comes supplied on a two-piece handmade leather strap.

DIAL & HANDS

The original and simply beautiful silver dial looks practically new, with no discernible signs of age or wear. The long, slender hour markers match the gold-plated baton hands perfectly and add an air of class and sophistication to the whole package. 

ACCESSORIES 

None. The watch is keeping time, but the service history is unknown. A movement service can be provided upon request.