{"product_id":"montre-mecanique-vintage-electra-cadran-blanc-antichoc-petit-format-retro","title":"Vintage Electra mechanical watch with white dial and shock protection – small retro size","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e  \nVintage mechanical watch from the Electra brand, presented here as its bare movement with visible dial. The circular dial features a matte white background adorned with applied gold hour markers and raised Arabic numerals at the 12, 3, 6, and 9 o'clock positions. The baton-style hands are also dark, contrasting sharply with the light background. The winding crown, positioned on the right, has a golden finish. The inscription \"ELECTRA\" is centered below the 12 o'clock numeral, while \"ANTICHOC\" appears above the 6 o'clock numeral, indicating a technical feature for shock protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe small-sized dial evokes women's wristwatches or miniature pocket watches from the 1950s to the 1970s. The ensemble presents a sober and elegant aesthetic, typical of vintage timepieces, with a clean layout and a characteristic typography of watchmaking from that period. The bezel and case are not visible; only the dial and crown are exposed in the photo. No indication of the strap or case back is observable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe object shows some signs of wear around the dial, with slight marks and small imperfections on the white surface, testifying to its age and authenticity. The golden crown has a notched texture, facilitating grip for manual winding. The entire piece rests on a presentation stand, suggesting a state of preservation intended for display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe general style of this Electra mechanical watch is in the tradition of vintage watches, both for its simplicity and the legibility of its display. The absence of a seconds hand and the mention of \"ANTICHOC\" confirm a manual-wind mechanical movement, without additional visible complications on this side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage watch movement is ideal for restoration, a replacement part, or a retro watchmaking project. Its refined presentation and period details will appeal to connoisseurs of antique watchmaking looking for an authentic piece with a discreet aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e  \nUsed item sold as is, with visible signs of wear on the dial and crown. Functionality not tested, sold as a piece for restoration or for parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e  \nThe mention \"antichoc\" (shockproof) on mechanical watches refers to a balance wheel protection system invented in the 1930s, such as the Incabloc device, designed to reduce the risk of breakage during shocks or falls. This type of innovation was widely adopted by European manufacturers from the 1950s onwards to improve the robustness of everyday mechanical movements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e  \nCareful packaging, professional wrapping, and fast shipping ensured by a seller specializing in antique and vintage items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: antique mechanical watch, vintage Electra, watch movement, retro white dial, shockproof watch, wind-up watch, vintage women's watch, small format watch, vintage watch, antique watch, Electra movement, retro mechanical watch\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54229291630919,"sku":"EBAY-315679110333","price":9.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_38ffab95-bd76-49c1-a33b-4b2a0b7ead6a.jpg?v=1782392454","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/montre-mecanique-vintage-electra-cadran-blanc-antichoc-petit-format-retro","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}