{"product_id":"vintage-henri-sandoz-fils-17-jewels-mechanical-swiss-watch-1970s-all-stainless-steel","title":"Vintage Henri Sandoz \u0026 Fils 17 Jewels Mechanical Swiss Watch 1970s All Stainless Steel","description":"\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Henri Sandoz \u0026amp; Fils 17 Jewels Swiss Mechanical Watch – c.1970s\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA particularly attractive and beautifully preserved vintage Henri Sandoz \u0026amp; Fils mechanical wristwatch, dating from approximately the early to mid-1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe watch features an elegant silver sunburst dial with applied baton hour markers, matching silver-tone hands and a sweep seconds hand. The traditional Henri Sandoz \u0026amp; Fils signature and crest are complemented by the period “17 Jewels – Shockprotected” wording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe distinctive cushion-shaped case gives the watch a strong 1970s character while remaining understated and very wearable. At approximately 31.8mm excluding the crown, it has the classic proportions expected of a gentleman's watch from this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eInside is a Swiss 17-jewel hand-wound mechanical movement, signed Sandoz and Seventeen Jewels Swiss. The movement presents very cleanly, and detailed photographs of the actual movement are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe case back carries the Sandoz crest together with period markings including Standard, Antimagnetic, Shockprotected, All Stainless Steel, Waterproof and reference 1117Z-12.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe watch is presented on a black leather strap, which complements the silver dial and polished case particularly well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDetails:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBrand: Henri Sandoz \u0026amp; Fils \/ Sandoz\u003cbr\u003e Approx. era: Early–mid 1970s\u003cbr\u003e Movement: Swiss mechanical, manual winding\u003cbr\u003e Jewels: 17\u003cbr\u003e Display: Hours, minutes and sweep seconds\u003cbr\u003e Dial: Silver sunburst\u003cbr\u003e Case: Cushion-shaped\u003cbr\u003e Case width: Approx. 31.8mm excluding crown\u003cbr\u003e Case back: Stainless steel\u003cbr\u003e Reference: 1117Z-12\u003cbr\u003e Shock protected\u003cbr\u003e Swiss Made\u003cbr\u003e Strap: Black leather\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe watch is in excellent vintage condition with an exceptionally well-preserved dial and very attractive overall presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe movement is running well and the watch is keeping good time. Some age-related surface oxidation is visible on one of the movement wheels, as shown clearly in the close-up photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAs with any vintage mechanical watch, long-term accuracy and service history cannot be guaranteed unless specifically stated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDespite the original waterproof marking, no water resistance should be assumed today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePlease study all photographs carefully, including the detailed photographs of the actual movement, as these form an important part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Henri Sandoz £ Fils","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58955539382604,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1089\/4858\/6828\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_7d6ac6fa-51b6-4d9b-9acf-a6fa3ad61c98.jpg?v=1790441262","url":"https:\/\/allkindsofwatches.co.uk\/products\/vintage-henri-sandoz-fils-17-jewels-mechanical-swiss-watch-1970s-all-stainless-steel","provider":"All Kinds of Watches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}