Gruen Watch Company, one of the most important and prestigious American watch manufacturers, founded by a brilliant German horologists, Dietrich Gruen and later by his sons Fred and George Gruen.

"The most famous Gruen wristwatch was the Curvex. These watches are one of the greatest examples of 1930's streamlined design."

In 1935, Gruen introduced the first Curvex wristwatches for men. Expanding on the then-current fashion of the rectangular wristwatches shapes, these models were curved to wrap around the wrist. The biggest innovation of the design was the ability to produce a movement which followed the shape of the case, allowing the watch to be thinner and more curved. This, in turn, allowed the movement to be larger, more durable and more accurate. In 1936, Gruen introduced Curvex models for women.

There were four men's Curvex movements. The original 1935 model was the long, thin caliber 311. This was soon replaced by the more curved 330 (1937), also long and thin. As fashions changed, later Curvex models used the short, squarish-oval 440 (1940) and the short and wide 370 (1948). Watches with the 330 were called Custom Curved and 370 models were called Curvametric in Gruen advertising, although the dials are all marked simply Curvex and Precision. Any man's watch that does not contain one of these four movements is not a Curvex.

Today, we are presenting a stunning Gruen Curvex Precision wristwatch, real curved and unique timepiece dated from 1947. This curvex model used the short, squarish-oval 440 movement, 17 jewels movement, signed "Curvex Precision Pat", Swiss made.

After 70 years, it still looks preserved in time with a gorgeous black curvex dial with gold Arabic Numerals, hour marks and matching hands, the dial is signed "Gruen Curvex Precision" as well. The second hand is located at 6.

It has a beautiful rectangle case and lugs design, very unique stepped edges case, all in 10K gold filled; matching perfect with a domed crystal shape. Original Crown. It is coming with a vintage brown leather strap.

This watch is in LOVELY condition, it is a very attractive looking watch. It runs very well and keeps great time.

Movement:
Gruen Watch Co.
Curvex Patented
Precision
17 Jewels
Cal. 440
Swiss Made
4735

Case Back Signed:
GRUEN
10K Gold Filled

Wadsworth
10K Gold Filled
G886949
440 / 575

Measures (mm):
Case 23.7 x 25.4
Case Lug to Lug 33.2
Case Thickness 9.7
Lug Width 19
Band Width 18

Vintage watches are traditionally smaller than today's watches. Men's watches typically measure between 29-36mm (some larger, some smaller) wide excluding the crown. In the listing details we typically try to do our best to list all pertinent dimensions of a watch. If you don't see it, or we failed to do so, please reach out to us. Women's watches from the 1900s-1970s were also somewhat smaller than today’s offerings in many cases. Please also feel free to ask any questions you have pertaining to size.

We prefer to shoot photographs outside when weather is permitting. However, when we shoot indoors, please be aware that we shoot our photographs inside of lightboxes that are lit with 360 LED bulbs. This indeed magnifies any flaws. Usually, they are much less obvious to the naked eye. Having said that, we never photoshop any of our photography, remove blemishes, etc. We adjust light, when necessary, but what you see is what you are getting, and we take pride in that.

The condition is pre-owned.
The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended.
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It will be carefully packed.

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