Candino was founded in 1947 in Herbetswil, Switzerland, by Adolf Flury-Hug and quickly became known for robust, affordable Swiss Made watches. Now part of the Festina Group, the brand in the 90s created a special high-end line in solid silver to compete with the haute horlogerie of the time. This model is the perfect example: a Cintrée Curvex rectangular case in solid Sterling Silver 0.925, an ultra-thin manual-wind Peseux caliber and a spectacular black marble dial with oversized Art Deco numerals. A true dress watch that recalls the elegance of Franck Muller, Cartier Cintrée and Longines Evidenza.
CASE:
o Solid Sterling Silver 925 rectangular Cintrée Curvex case - solid silver feel - not plated
o Fixed lugs - very elegant and thin on the wrist
o Engraved caseback inside with Swiss hallmarks: Flower / 0.925 / Helvetia head - as seen in photos - 100% solid silver
o Dimensions: 25.5mm width x 40mm lug to lug x 8mm thickness - ultra-thin dress watch size
o Original crown with black onyx cabochon at 3 o'clock
o Acrylic crystal with small mark at 6 o'clock
o Bezel with hand-engraved floral / arabesque decoration all around - true haute horlogerie finish
MOVEMENT:
o Swiss Made Manual Wind Caliber ST P 89-21 - 17 Jewels
o In working condition - We rarely do service in order to preserve originality as much as possible
DIAL & HANDS:
o Original untouched black marble / onyx effect dial - NOS - you are not mistaken, it has a deep marbled texture that changes with light - very Franck Muller style
o Huge oversized white Art Deco / Breguet numerals - explosive design
o Original white baton hands
o Marked "CANDINO - SWISS MADE" - minimalist and elegant
BRACELET / STRAP:
o Original NOS black leather strap - fixed to the case as per design
CONCLUSION / CONDITION:
A true 90s time capsule and a hidden gem! This is not a normal Candino - this is their high-end line, built to compete with Franck Muller and Cartier at a fraction of the price.
Please see photos as they are part of the description.
No box, no water proof test, sold as is, any question feel free to ask...
Keep in mind that it is a vintage watch, it is normal to be 1/2 minute early or late
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