Men's vintage 1940's Swiss Croton 17 jewel, Aquamedico military WWII wristwatch

We are pleased to offer this men's, well-preserved, WWII vintage 1940's Swiss, 17 jewel Aquamedico wristwatch!

The gold-plated case measures 27.7 mm / 1.09" in diameter, excluding crown and lugs, and surrounds a lightly aged beautifully detailed gold dial complimented by black hour and minute hands, red center sweep, black Arabic numbers, and black outter-chapter, all under a new bright clear acrylic crystal!

The automatic 17 jewel Swiss, cal. A3N, movement sets and winds as it should, is running strong and will keep you on time for those important occasions.

It has a stainless steel, screw-down back and is paired with a beautifully detailed, gold-capped, stainless steel flex bracelet.

STOCK CODE: C-22

ABOUT THE BRAND:

Croton Watches, founded in 1878, is a historic American watch brand renowned for combining Swiss craftsmanship with Italian-inspired design, evolving into a family-owned global timepiece company.
Origins and Early Development:
Croton Watches traces its roots to 1878 when Jacob Horton established a watch and jewelry trade business in New York, USA.

The company initially focused on accessible, stylish timepieces that combined quality and value.

By 1928, the business formally became Croton Watch Co., Inc., expanding into assembling watches from Swiss and American components.

Harold I. Horton, Jacob’s son, trained in Swiss watchmaking and continued the family legacy, ensuring precision and craftsmanship in Croton timepieces.

Swiss and Italian Influence:

Croton Watches is celebrated for blending Swiss horological expertise with Italian artistry, reflecting the precision of Swiss watchmaking and the elegance of Italian design.

The brand’s name is inspired by the Italian city of Crotone, historically known for intelligence, strength, and beauty, which influenced the aesthetic and quality standards of the watches.
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Key Milestones and Innovations:

1928: Croton acquired the Ingersoll Watch Company, inheriting its legacy of affordable, reliable watches such as the Yankee pocket watch and the Ingersoll Triumph wristwatch.

1930s: Introduced the first self-winding watch, marking a significant technological advancement.

Late 1930s: Partnered with Swiss manufacturer Nivada SA, producing professional-grade watches for the U.S. market, including dive watches and chronographs under the Croton Nivada Grenchen branding.

1963: Relocated to larger premises in Croton-on-Hudson, New York, reflecting the brand’s growth.

1970s: Became Croton Time Corporation Inc., navigating the challenges of the quartz crisis while maintaining quality and innovation.

Notable models: Rollamatic, Reglavit, Depthomatic, Alertamatic, and Ultramatic 36000, showcasing Croton’s technical expertise and design diversity.
Ownership and Modern Era:

In 1991, Croton was acquired by Nationwide Time, a family-owned business led by the Mermelstein family, who continue to operate the brand from an 18,000-square-foot facility in New Jersey.

The acquisition ensured continuity of Croton’s family-owned tradition and commitment to quality.

In 2024, Digital Artistry, a New Jersey-based marketing and e-commerce agency, acquired Croton Watches, transitioning the brand toward an e-commerce-first strategy.

Legacy:

Croton Watches has endured for nearly 150 years, surviving two world wars and the quartz crisis, while maintaining a reputation for precision, style, and innovation.

Its combination of Swiss craftsmanship, Italian-inspired design, and American entrepreneurial spirit has made it a respected name in horology, celebrated for both its heritage and modern adaptability.


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