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Does this count as a hidden crown?
A couple of 26.5 SOB's from end Thirties.
In Switzerland it is referred to as "Beetle" model (in German) or "Scarabee" (in French). With a little fantasy you can see why:
I just call it "Art Deco", although the name Scarabee sounds nice and exotic.
Very thin rumours have it that this type of case was designed or made in Pforzheim (Germany) - whether that is true.....?
ciao, Ben.
New to me hidden dial connie
I have always liked this style and have been fortunate enough to pick up this nice example in 14k YG. I don't see this one very often and perhaps it is one of those watches that Bill will consider "uncommon." Mike...
Naturally, Mike ;-) . . .
. . . my similar vintage Seiko Sea Lion also has a crown that's totally recessed into the case . . . . . . cordially, Art...
Now that is one
charming, sober and marvelously balanced piece Art wasn't aware of this Seiko .... amazed All the best Damian
You have...
Hi Mike, hidden crown watches are very comfortable to wear - I have a Zenith automatic chronometer and an Eterna-matic... you have some awsome watches in your collection! And all of them in outstanding condition - congrats! best erich
Thanks for the kind words Erich
This particular hidden crown one is not only comfy but has the added advantage of appearing bigger than its actual size due to the thin bezel. The downside is that the small crown makes it a bit difficult to set the time.
i have the 561 cal connie with 'hidden' crown in steel
but to be honest i wouldnt have referred to it as hidden unless someone else had first. recessed yes, but not a huge amount. it suits an auto as you shouldnt need to use the crown hardly at all if you wear it daily as i suppose they were intended for. Gra...
Does this count as a hidden crown?
A couple of 26.5 SOB's from end Thirties. In Switzerland it is referred to as "Beetle" model (in German) or "Scarabee" (in French). With a little fantasy you can see why: I just call it "Art Deco", although the name Scarabee sounds nice and exotic. Very t...
nice pieces Ben. they count...
nice pieces Ben. they count as recessed crowns which is the correct term, but they are a bit big to be hidden downt you think :) i love the case styling and can understand the Scarab reference. i especially like the cream/brown dial. very art deco. best G...
This is the ultimate 'hidden crown"
A couple of my 214 Accutrons No crown at all a recessed ascre...
Hi Mike
Hi MIke Nice one !! i have one in steel... I dont remember if I brought that one to one of our breakfast meetings !!! Hey we are due again for one !! Good Hunting Bill Sohne...
wow, the dial looks perfect to me...
hi Mike, thanks for sharing, hope i can get one such good condition for me soon. stefan