Charles Nicolet Tramezan Manual Wind

A charming mid-century dress watch featuring a rare black dial with gilt Arabic numerals and a small seconds sub-dial at 6 o’clock. The warm gold-plated case contrasts beautifully with the aged black dial, giving the watch a vintage character that collectors appreciate. The combination of the minimalist case design, syringe-style hands, and sub-seconds layout evokes the elegance of European dress watches from the 1940s–1950s.

The watch shows honest age and wear, including patina and spotting on the dial, which contributes to its vintage appeal. Fitted with a newer black leather strap.

Specifications

• Brand: Charles Nicolet
• Model: Tramezan
• Movement: Manual wind
• Case Material: Gold-plated base metal
• Case Back: Stainless steel snap back
• Dial: Black dial with gilt Arabic numerals
• Hands: Gold-tone syringe-style hands
• Sub-dial: Small seconds at 6 o’clock
• Crystal: Acrylic
• Crown: Unsigned crown
• Strap: Black leather strap (aftermarket)
• Lug Width: Approx. 16mm–18mm (estimate from photos)
• Case Size: Approx. 31mm–33mm excluding crown (please measure to confirm)
• Era: Circa 1940s–1950s
• Reference: Case back stamped “1004”

Condition Notes

• Vintage condition with visible dial patina and aging.
• Gold plating shows wear and signs of age.
• Crystal exhibits scratches consistent with use.
• Fitted with a newer leather strap.