{"product_id":"000000008732","title":"Mirex 36.7mm Big Case Cal. ETA 2452 Automatic 41 Jewels Swiss Made 1960s (Serviced) Original Buckle and Tag Included","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cb\u003e41-jewel automatic winding model\u003c\/b\u003e from Million, a Swiss-made dress watch from the 1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"background: rgb(238, 238, 238); border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 5px 10px;\"\u003e\nIn the 1960s, during the \"multi-jewel competition\" era, various companies competed on the number of jewels as a symbol of luxury.\u003cbr\u003e\nMillion is a minor brand that has not left its name on the main stage today, but it was a manufacturer that put a lot of passion into watchmaking, such as creating an original model that was elevated to \"41 jewels\" as a unique luxury specification at the time, based on the highly reliable masterpiece ETA Cal.2452.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe base ETA Cal.2452 had gained high reliability in the Swiss watch industry at the time, and to give an example, it was also adopted in some models of Tudor (TUDOR) of the same generation. Million further polished its certain quality, chosen as a powerhouse beyond the framework of manufacturers, into its own highly designed form.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe words \"FORTY-ONE 41 JEWELS\" engraved on the rotor and the beautiful ruby train of the automatic winding mechanism convey the depth and pride of the Swiss watch industry at the time.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat is particularly noteworthy is the overwhelmingly beautiful design balance, which is luxuriously packed with the design elements of high-end dress watches of the time. The case adopts a \u003cb\u003ebig case with a width of 36.7mm\u003c\/b\u003e, which is modern and substantial for a dress watch of that time. It features a \u003cb\u003esplendid case design with elegant lines\u003c\/b\u003e extending from the thick, refined lugs to the sides, maintaining its original form without excessive polishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe dial has beautifully discolored into an atmospheric \u003cb\u003echampagne gold\u003c\/b\u003e due to aging, exuding an exceptional vintage allure. In addition to a beautiful \u003cb\u003esunburst finish\u003c\/b\u003e, it features an elaborate two-layer specification with delicate \u003cb\u003econcentric (record groove-like) decorations\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe indices are based on three-dimensional bar indices, with a very cool accent provided by the \u003cb\u003ewedge-shaped indices only at the 12, 3, and 9 o'clock positions\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe \"M mark\" and \"MILLION\" brand logo at the 12 o'clock position are not printed but are independent \u003cb\u003ethree-dimensional applied badges\u003c\/b\u003e, which, combined with the discolored dial, create rich shadows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe hands feature \u003cb\u003elarge, prominent dauphine hands\u003c\/b\u003e, symbolizing the high-end products of that era.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe surface has a \u003cb\u003esubtle hairline finish\u003c\/b\u003e, and the slight dullness and aging characteristic of vintage items perfectly harmonize with the classic appearance of this piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFurthermore, by positioning the calendar window at the \u003cb\u003e6 o'clock position, it achieves a perfectly symmetrical (symmetrical)\u003c\/b\u003e beautiful face design.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe calendar numbers are stylishly displayed with \u003cb\u003eodd numbers in black and even numbers in red, alternating\u003c\/b\u003e, showcasing a playful vintage charm where the expression changes with each day. Moreover, the crown also retains its original part with the \u003cb\u003eM logo engraved\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe case back is engraved with the \u003cb\u003efish mark\u003c\/b\u003e, an icon of waterproof cases of the time.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe case edge remains sharp, and the three-dimensional engraving, which occupies most of the case back, also maintains a very deep and clear condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe original tags of the time (Incabloc tag, brand tag) remain, making it a valuable condition with extremely high historical value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCondition\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis watch has been \u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eoverhauled\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTo utilize the rare genuine buckle (15mm width) with the \"MILLION\" engraving, we selected a new high-grade Seiko crocodile leather strap (list price 17,600 yen) of matching size. This finish, full of luxury, enhances the overall prestige of the watch without compromising its vintage originality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Crown]\u003c\/strong\u003e Genuine Million, with logo mark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Dial and Hands]\u003c\/strong\u003e Neither shows prominent burn marks or stains, and the slight dullness and aging characteristic of vintage items visible on the hairline parts of the hands create a very good atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Windshield]\u003c\/strong\u003e There is some abrasion on the edge near 12 o'clock and small scratches near the edge at 4 o'clock, but other than that, there are no noticeable deep scratches that would impair visibility, and overall it is in a very clear and good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Case and Case Back]\u003c\/strong\u003e There are fine scratches and minor scratches due to use, but the edges remain very sharp, strongly retaining the original form of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eAs this is an old watch, it is not waterproof.\u003c\/span\u003e Use in humid environments (rainy days, washing face, wearing on hot days when sweating, etc.) is strictly prohibited.\u003cbr\u003e\nAlso, as it is a precision machine, please be careful of strong impacts such as drops, and magnetism (smartphones, PCs, speakers, bag magnets, etc.).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003ch4\u003eOperating Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManual winding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rotate the crown upwards in its normal position\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime setting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pull the crown and rotate downwards\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003eThe second hand \u003cstrong\u003edoes not stop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalendar display\u003c\/strong\u003e: Odd numbers are black, even numbers are red, alternating (roulette) specification.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuick date change (ETA2452 specification)\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pull the crown, set the time by moving between \"\u003cstrong\u003e9 PM and 12 AM\u003c\/strong\u003e\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e1) Move the hand to \u003cstrong\u003e12 AM (24 o'clock)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\nIf the date changes, it is 12 AM. If it does not change, it is 12 PM.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n2) After confirming the date has changed, return the hand to \u003cstrong\u003e9 PM\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n3) Advance the hand to \u003cstrong\u003e12 AM\u003c\/strong\u003e again.\u003cbr\u003e\nConfirm that the date has advanced by one day.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nBy repeating 1) to 3), you can advance the date one day at a time.\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease operate slowly to reduce the burden on the movement.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WATCH COLLE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56190599168305,"sku":"000000008732-001","price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/4939\/5761\/files\/7_000000008732.jpg?v=1788949264","url":"https:\/\/watch-colle.com\/en\/products\/000000008732","provider":"WATCH COLLE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}