Men's 1950's vintage Heyworth 17 jewel Swiss incabloc wristwatch, running well

We are happy to offer this affordable vintage 1950's men's Heyworth mid-century Swiss 17 jewel wristwatch.

The all stainless-steel case measures 32.3 mm X 1.27" mm, excluding crown and lugs, and surrounds a beige dial with light patina, complimented by silver sword hour and minute hands, red-tipped arrow center sweep, raised silver Arabic numbers and baton markers, and black outer-chapter, all under a bright, clear new acrylic crystal.

The 17 jewel, Swiss, cal. 8X, incalboc manual wind movement sets and winds as it should, is running strong, and keeping good time.

It has a stainless steel, screw-down back and has been fitted with a new stitched and embossed black genuine leather strap with silver buckle that will fit up to a

7 1/2" wrist.

STOCK CODE: W-7

ABOUT THE BRAND:

Heyworth Watch Company History

Heyworth Watch Company was a Chicago-based watchmaker active in the mid‑20th century, best known for producing vintage automatic dive watches in the 1960s.

The brand combined Swiss-made movements with custom casing and design in its own Chicago facility.
Origins and Production

While specific founding dates are not widely documented, Heyworth Watch Company emerged as a niche manufacturer during a period when many American companies purchased movements from established Swiss makers (such as Felsa) and assembled them into finished watches.

This was common in the mid‑20th century, especially for dive and sports watches.
Design and Style

Heyworth watches were styled in the iconic 1960s dive watch aesthetic, featuring:

Framed block hour markers

Stick hands

Arrow‑tipped second hands

Creamy aged lume on vintage models

Wood‑insert bracelets (often koa wood) with scissor‑style expansion bands.

These design choices gave Heyworth watches a distinctive, retro‑cool look reminiscent of 1960s Bond‑era dive watches.
Movements and Markings

Movements were typically Swiss‑made automatics (e.g., Felsa 4007, 17‑jewel).

Dial markings often read “Heyworth 17 JEWELS AUTOMATIC INCABLOC” with “T SWISS MADE T” above the 6 o’clock position.

Bracelets were marked with “KESTENMADE USA PAT NO‑2940110” and featured wood inserts.

Rarity and Collectibility

Heyworth watches are considered rare and sought‑after collectibles.

Their unique wood‑insert bracelets and retro‑style dials make them stand out among vintage dive watches.

Many are in excellent vintage condition, with some having been fully serviced by watchmakers.
Legacy

Although Heyworth Watch Company is no longer in production, its watches remain popular among vintage watch collectors for their distinctive design, craftsmanship, and rarity.

They are often compared to other 1960s dive brands but stand out for their American‑assembled, Swiss‑movement builds and unique wood‑detailing.

If you encounter a Heyworth watch, it’s worth noting its Chicago origin, Swiss movement, and 1960s dive watch heritage — all of which contribute to its collectible appeal.




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