{"product_id":"super-rare-watch-1920s-vulcain-small-seconds-porcelain-dial-case-1498-mechanical-fs","title":"Super Rare Watch! 1920s Vulcain Small Seconds Porcelain Dial Case 1498 Mechanical (FS)","description":"\u003cp\u003eMake: Vulcain Switzerland\u003cbr\u003eType: Mechanical\u003cbr\u003eModel: Chronometre Small Seconds\u003cbr\u003eYear of Production: Circa 1918-1928\u003cbr\u003eMovement: 120\/125\u003cbr\u003eBPH: 18,000\u003cbr\u003eNumber of Jewels: 15\u003cbr\u003eHand and Dial: Painted Arabic Numerals with Breguet Hands\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 27.4mm\u003cbr\u003eLug to Lug Height: 33.8mm\u003cbr\u003eThickness: 9.2mm\u003cbr\u003eLug Width: 15mm\u003cbr\u003eBracelet: Brand New Hi-Quality Hand-Stitched Genuine Leather Brown Strap with Silver Buckle\u003cbr\u003ePouch \/ Box: Brand-New EVA Type Zipper Pouch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVulcain was founded in 1858 in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland by the Ditisheim family. Originally known as Ditisheim Frères, the company quickly earned a reputation for producing high-quality pocket watches with in-house movements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy the 1920s and 1930s Vulcain was respected alongside brands like:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOmega\u003cbr\u003eLongines\u003cbr\u003eZenith\u003cbr\u003eCyma\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Genève\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ealthough it remained much smaller\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Vulcain Collectors and Vintage fans, this is a gorgeous circa 1920s Vulcain Chronometer Small Seconds 15J Mechanical Timepiece is stunning condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis very rare Vulcain vintage has a pearl white Porcelain dial with painted Arabic Numerals, Breguet Hands and a Small Seconds Layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful cleaning was performed that brought out their stunning condition, and the crystal glass is also in excellent condition after a good polish albeit scratches do remain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe classical designed case was buffed to remove age marks and miniscule hairline scratches caused by aging and is in stunning condition albeit scratch marks do remain as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe crown is located at the traditional 3H positions and tucked away nicely to prevent damage or snags.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe movement was given a good clean-up on 31 July 2026. It should be able to operate unhindered until the next servicing thereby providing the owner peace of mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is equipped with 15 Jewels whilst operating at 18,000 BPH. The timing shows approximately 22 seconds deviation daily which is well within the 30 second requirements by brand new modern automatic watch standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe case width and height are approximately 27.4mm (without crown) and 33.8mm respectively. The lug width is 15mm and the strap can accommodate wrists up to 16.5cm; thus, this watch is suitable for men and women.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA vintage hand-stitched broad width genuine leather strap accompanies this watch as part of the deal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo the best of our knowledge and expertise when overhauling the timepiece, the watch is 100% original Vulcain components from this particular watch. No parts were replaced with aftermarket parts or modified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to its age, this timepiece has not been water-resistant tested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pictures provided show the watch in excellent condition (no dents and major scratches), and the movement within squeaky clean and well maintained. It has also been demagnetised to improve parts reliability, minimise wear + tear, and improve accuracy. The only drawback is the lack of documentation and original box. A nice purposeful carrying case or box will be provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeldom can one find a vintage watch that offers this and more. Yes, there are many other same \/ similar models in the market, but none are as well-kept and maintained as what you see here, and with an attractive price to boot. So, it is a no-brainer that this one-of-a-kind watch will make an extremely beautiful birthday present for that special someone!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis timepiece is non-existent on almost all online sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a circa 1920s Vulcain Chronometre Small Seconds 15J Mechanical Watch in stunning condition with a beautiful vintage dial, movement, case, and hands; so, be unique and own a circa 1920s Vintage Watch that is almost impossible to source in such fine condition or purchase it for that special someone instead.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Altimate Group","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44265474457689,"sku":null,"price":2688.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0279\/7590\/9465\/files\/IMG20260802174904.jpg?v=1785682634","url":"https:\/\/shop.altimate.sg\/products\/super-rare-watch-1920s-vulcain-small-seconds-porcelain-dial-case-1498-mechanical-fs","provider":"Altimate Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}