1930s Rone wrist watch with box, papers and tools
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1930s
This vintage wristwatch attributed to Rone is dated by the seller to the 1930s and features a plated case made by François Borgel measuring 28 mm wide excluding the crown by 30 mm high excluding lugs.
According to dealer documentation, it houses a signed Swiss 15-jewel manual-wind movement fitted with shockproofing and an inner protective cover. The light-toned dial is signed 'RONE WATERPROOF' and displays Arabic numerals, an outer minute track, and a subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o'clock. Fitted with a replacement black leather strap, the ensemble is accompanied by a presentation box, a 1939 guarantee, care instructions, a Bakelite holder, and opening tools.
Evidence at a glance
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- Photograph views
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- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Manual-wind wristwatch
- Case Maker
- François Borgel
- Jewel Count
- 15 jewels
- Dial Features
- Original finish with subsidiary seconds
- Guarantee Date
- 1939
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Case Dimensions
- 28 mm wide by 30 mm high
- Maker / attribution
- Rone
Design
- Visible features
- • Silver-toned cushion-style case with prominent bezel showing some surface wear and rubbing • Cream or off-white dial signed 'RONE WATERPROOF' with black Arabic numerals and a subsidiary seconds register at 6 o'clock • Fitted with a textured black leather strap and displayed on a clear acrylic stand • Accompanied by a maroon Rone box, a printed Guarantee document, a 'Taking Care of Your Rone Watch' booklet, and a black Bakelite case-opening tool fixture
- Case Construction
- The timepiece features a plated, silver-toned cushion-style case. Measuring 28 mm in width (excluding the crown) and 30 mm in height (excluding the lugs), the case is identified by the dealer as a François Borgel manufacture. The exterior surfaces show indications of rubbing and light marking. The movement is housed with an inner protective cover. While the case maker is described as a pioneer of dust and water-resistant designs, the dealer advises that the watch should be kept away from water and moisture, noting that water resistance is not verified for the vintage piece.
- Dial and Mechanism
- The dial is signed 'RONE WATERPROOF' and is described by the dealer as retaining its original finish. It features a subsidiary seconds dial at the 6 o'clock position, an outer minute track, and Arabic numerals. The watch is fitted with original hands and a replacement leather strap. The watch utilizes a signed Swiss 15-jewel manual-wind movement, which the dealer notes includes shockproofing. These internal technical specifications are provided by the dealer and were not independently verified.
- Provenance and Accompanying Accessories
- The item is accompanied by several original pieces of ephemera, including a 1939 guarantee, a 'Taking care of your Rone watch' leaflet, and the original presentation box. Included in the set are a black Bakelite holder and a case-opening tool set. The dealer documentation provides instructions on how to open and close the case back using these tools.
Identification
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: Movement caliber and inner dust cover are not visible in the photograph; movement specifications rely on seller description
- Research required: Water resistance has not been verified, and the seller advises keeping the vintage watch away from water and moisture