West End Watch Company 18ct Gold Doctor’s Wristwatch.
Ref 1290
A highly distinctive and elegant 1930s West End Watch Company doctor’s wristwatch, presented in a fine 18ct gold Art Deco case. Measuring 20mm × 38mm excluding the crown with a 16mm strap width, this rare “doctor’s watch” design embodies the functional elegance of interwar Swiss horology.
The case is fully Swiss hallmarked and stamped 18K, signed W (West End Watch Co), and individually numbered, confirming its originality and precious metal construction. The case retains crisp Art Deco lines, reflecting the refined geometric styling of the 1930s.
At its heart is a high-quality Swiss manual-winding movement, signed and numbered with the West End “W” maker’s mark, matching the case number. Built to a high standard for durability and precision, the movement reflects the brand’s long-standing reputation for producing robust, reliable wristwatches for international markets.
The dial follows the classic doctor’s watch “duo-dial” layout, designed specifically for medical use. It features a small hour and minute display alongside a large, highly legible subsidiary seconds dial, allowing for accurate pulse timing. The design is both functional and visually striking, characteristic of specialist timepieces from the late 1920s and 1930s. The watch presents a clean, period-correct aesthetic typical of early medical wristwatches.
Doctor’s watches of this era were widely produced by leading Swiss manufacturers including Rolex, Longines, Gruen, and Vertex. West End Watch Company’s interpretation reflects the same professional purpose, combining practicality with elegant Art Deco design. These watches were widely used by physicians for measuring pulse and respiration rates quickly and accurately.
Founded in 1886 in Saint-Imier, Switzerland, the West End Watch Company built its reputation on producing robust and reliable timepieces for global markets. The brand became especially well known for supplying military personnel, including British and Indian forces during the First World War. By 1934, West End was also among the first companies to adopt the Incabloc shock protection system, further cementing its reputation for innovation and durability.
Each of our watches is carefully cleaned and serviced by an experienced watchmaker to ensure reliable performance while preserving its vintage character. For added peace of mind, it is supplied complete with a 12-month mechanical warranty and a new presentation box.
Brand: West End Watch Company
Period: 1930s
Case Material: 18ct Gold
Case Size: 20mm × 38mm (excluding crown)
Strap Width: 16mm
Case Details: Swiss Hallmarked, 18K, Signed W, Numbered
Movement: Swiss Manual Wind (West End signed)
Dial: Doctor’s Duo-Dial Layout with Large Subsidiary Seconds
Case Style: Art Deco Rectangular Case
Condition: Professionally Cleaned and Serviced
Warranty: 12-Month Mechanical Warranty
Presentation: Supplied with a New Presentation Box
A rare and highly collectible 1930s doctor’s wristwatch, admired for its elegant Art Deco gold case, specialist medical dial layout, and historical significance.
West End Watch Company 18ct Gold Doctor’s Wristwatch.
Ref 1290
A highly distinctive and elegant 1930s West End Watch Company doctor’s wristwatch, presented in a fine 18ct gold Art Deco case. Measuring 20mm × 38mm excluding the crown with a 16mm strap width, this rare “doctor’s watch” design embodies the functional elegance of interwar Swiss horology.
The case is fully Swiss hallmarked and stamped 18K, signed W (West End Watch Co), and individually numbered, confirming its originality and precious metal construction. The case retains crisp Art Deco lines, reflecting the refined geometric styling of the 1930s.
At its heart is a high-quality Swiss manual-winding movement, signed and numbered with the West End “W” maker’s mark, matching the case number. Built to a high standard for durability and precision, the movement reflects the brand’s long-standing reputation for producing robust, reliable wristwatches for international markets.
The dial follows the classic doctor’s watch “duo-dial” layout, designed specifically for medical use. It features a small hour and minute display alongside a large, highly legible subsidiary seconds dial, allowing for accurate pulse timing. The design is both functional and visually striking, characteristic of specialist timepieces from the late 1920s and 1930s. The watch presents a clean, period-correct aesthetic typical of early medical wristwatches.
Doctor’s watches of this era were widely produced by leading Swiss manufacturers including Rolex, Longines, Gruen, and Vertex. West End Watch Company’s interpretation reflects the same professional purpose, combining practicality with elegant Art Deco design. These watches were widely used by physicians for measuring pulse and respiration rates quickly and accurately.
Founded in 1886 in Saint-Imier, Switzerland, the West End Watch Company built its reputation on producing robust and reliable timepieces for global markets. The brand became especially well known for supplying military personnel, including British and Indian forces during the First World War. By 1934, West End was also among the first companies to adopt the Incabloc shock protection system, further cementing its reputation for innovation and durability.
Each of our watches is carefully cleaned and serviced by an experienced watchmaker to ensure reliable performance while preserving its vintage character. For added peace of mind, it is supplied complete with a 12-month mechanical warranty and a new presentation box.
Brand: West End Watch Company
Period: 1930s
Case Material: 18ct Gold
Case Size: 20mm × 38mm (excluding crown)
Strap Width: 16mm
Case Details: Swiss Hallmarked, 18K, Signed W, Numbered
Movement: Swiss Manual Wind (West End signed)
Dial: Doctor’s Duo-Dial Layout with Large Subsidiary Seconds
Case Style: Art Deco Rectangular Case
Condition: Professionally Cleaned and Serviced
Warranty: 12-Month Mechanical Warranty
Presentation: Supplied with a New Presentation Box
A rare and highly collectible 1930s doctor’s wristwatch, admired for its elegant Art Deco gold case, specialist medical dial layout, and historical significance.
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