Excalibur Vintage Dress Watch

Excalibur 21-Jewel Manual-Wind Gold-Plated Vintage Watch (c. 1966)

Overview

This Excalibur 21-jewel manual-wind wristwatch, made circa 1966, exudes timeless mid-century refinement. Its clean sunburst dial, slim gold-plated case, and classic sub-seconds register capture the understated elegance of 1960s Swiss dress watches. Compact yet refined, it’s a perfect blend of vintage charm and enduring craftsmanship.

Details & Specifications

• Movement: Swiss 21-jewel manual-wind mechanical movement

• Case: Gold-plated with stainless steel back

• Dial: Silver-sunburst finish with applied gold baton indices and Arabic “12”

• Sub-seconds: Small-seconds dial at 6 o’clock

• Diameter: 34 mm (excluding crown)

• Crystal: Domed acrylic

• Lugs: Slim, tapered profile

• Strap: Brown genuine leather, new replacement

• Condition: Excellent vintage condition, with light patina and minor age-related marks. Non-structurally detrimental but noticeable scratch on crystal. 

Historical Note

This model belongs to the period when Excalibur watches were produced under Henry Showell Ltd., Birmingham, pairing quality Swiss movements with refined British styling. Excalibur timepieces from this era are known for their reliability, understated design, and fine attention to proportion—hallmarks of 1960s watchmaking.

Notes & Disclaimer

All our vintage watches are professionally inspected, serviced, and tested for full functionality before sale. Any necessary repairs or essential restoration work are carried out to ensure mechanical integrity while preserving originality.
Please note that, as with all vintage mechanical watches, modern-day precision and water resistance are not guaranteed. Slight time variation is normal and part of the charm of a hand-wound classic.