2017/​2025

Lemania

A gentleman's wristwatch of steel. Model Majetek Czech, ref. 4665. Case back no. 261. Mechanical movement with manual winding. Black dial with white hour markers and steel hands. Brown strap with C-type buckle of steel. Watch diameter 38 mm. 1940s.

Accompanied by Klarlund travelling pouch. Movement no. 490784.

As the model name suggests, Lemania (together with Longines and Eterna) produced many pilot watches for members of the Czech Air Force from the late 1930s and early 1940s during WW2. The unique cushion-shaped steel case, black dial and patinated Arabic hour numerals give the impression of a bygone era, albeit it's military aesthetics make it a popular collector's item today.

Condition

Wear due to age and use. The watch works, but we do not guarantee for the functionality.

Auction

Wristwatches, 22 April 2020

Category
Estimate

8,000 DKK

Sold

Price realised

6,500 DKK  

4 bids

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