Vintage Ruko Triple Calendar Rose Gold-Plated Watch — Swiss (1950s)

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Ruko — A Swiss Triple Calendar from the 1950s

This vintage Ruko watch, Swiss horology from the 1950s, appeals through its most prized complication among collectors: a complete triple calendar, displaying the day, date, and month. If the dial bears the Ruko signature, the case and movement are signed Britix Watch Co — a frequent particularity on Swiss watches of this era, where the same piece could carry several names depending on the manufacture and distribution workshops. An authentic testament to post-war Swiss watchmaking savoir-faire.

The triple calendar display is a delight of traditional mechanics: two windows beneath 12 o'clock indicate the day and month, while an elegant red-tipped hand travels along the numbered peripheral chapter ring to indicate the date. A small seconds at 6 o'clock, housed in a guilloché counter, completes this refined composition. The red Antimagnetic mention recalls the care devoted to the reliability of these watches.

The rose gold-plated case, with a diameter of 31mm faithful to the elegant proportions of the period, offers a warm and romantic hue highly sought after. Its applied Arabic numerals and peripheral railway minute track underscore the meticulous character of the dial. Powered by a hand-wound mechanical movement with 17 jewels signed Britix, it perpetuates the ritual gesture of daily winding, cherished by vintage watch enthusiasts.

Mounted on a leather strap, this triple calendar will appeal to the enthusiast in search of a classic complication at an accessible price, with all the charm of a genuine Swiss watch from the 1950s. Selected piece, authenticated and serviced by Atelier Victor. Fast and secure international shipping.

Three points to note about this piece

• Complete triple calendar complication: day, date, and month, a sought-after function on a vintage from the 1950s.
• Dial signed Ruko, case and movement signed Britix Watch Co: an association of names frequent on Swiss watches of the era, disclosed with complete transparency.
• Dial probably restored in the past: honestly stated, consistent with the age of the piece.

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Technical specifications

• Brand (dial): Ruko
• Brand (case and movement): Britix Watch Co (Switzerland)
• Model: Triple calendar, small seconds
• Estimated year: 1950s
• Origin: Switzerland
• Gender: Men's and women's watch (Unisex)
• Movement: Mechanical hand-wound, 17 jewels, signed Britix Watch Co
• Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds, day, date, month (triple calendar)
• Case: Rose gold-plated, steel caseback
• Dimensions: 31mm (32.6mm with crown)
• Lug to lug: 39.2mm
• Thickness: 11.4mm (Crystal included)
• Lug width: 16mm
• Crown: Not original
• Dial: Silvered, applied Arabic numerals, day and month apertures, central pointer date, small seconds at 6 o'clock, Antimagnetic mention, signed Ruko
• Hands: Gilt, red-tipped date hand
• Crystal: Acrylic (condition 9/10)
• Bracelet: Leather, not original
• Buckle: Buckle, not original

Condition and warranty

• Overall condition: Beautiful vintage condition for its age. The dial was probably restored in the past and shows traces and nuances consistent with its age, which add to its charm. Case in rose gold plating in beautiful condition, Crystal acrylic in very fine condition (9/10).
• Water resistance: Not guaranteed (vintage watch)
• Authenticity: Lifetime guarantee
• Mechanics: Hand-wound movement serviced, 1-year warranty
• Included: Invoice Atelier Victor, protective case
• Not included: Original box and papers

Frequently asked questions

• Why does the dial say “Ruko” and the movement “Britix”?
  This is a common feature on Swiss watches from the 1950s. At that time, the same watch could combine a signed dial under one name (here Ruko) and a case or movement signed under another (here Britix Watch Co), depending on the workshops, distribution brands, or retailers. Far from being a defect, it is part of the history of these pieces, and we disclose it with complete transparency.
• What is a triple calendar?
  A triple calendar is a watchmaking complication that displays three date indications: the day of the week, the date of the month, and the month. On this watch, the day and month appear in two apertures below 12 o'clock, while the date is indicated by a central hand pointing to a numbered chapter ring around the dial. It is a classic complication, highly prized on Swiss watches from the 1950s.
• Is the dial original?
  The dial was probably restored in the past, as is common on watches from this period. We disclose it with complete transparency. This restoration does nothing to diminish the charm of the piece or the legibility of its functions; it is part of the story of a watch that has travelled through the decades.
• What is a hand-wound movement?
  A hand-wound movement must be wound by hand, generally once a day, by turning the crown. It is the type most traditional type of mechanism, appreciated by enthusiasts for the ritual of winding and for the direct connection it creates with the watch. The calibre of this piece contains 17 jewels, a hallmark of quality for the era.
• Is this watch suitable for a man or a woman?
  With its 31mm case, it is a piece in the Unisex format, elegant on the wrist of both men and women. Its restrained proportions and rose gold hue make it a dress watch with romantic charm, ideal for vintage enthusiasts.
• What is the international delivery time?
  Shipping within 48 hours, international delivery within 3 to 5 days, insurance included.

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