

Good Working Condition Dates from the 1940s Case diameter: 29mm Lug Width: 15mm Lug-to-Lug: 37mm This watch appears to be a mid-20th-century (likely 1940s or 1950s) mechanical wristwatch from a brand called Amnes. While "Amnes" is not a household name today, the case back confirms it was Made in France, likely in the Morteau or Besançon regions, which were the historic hubs of French watchmaking. Many such brands during this era used reliable Swiss or French movements to create high-quality consumer watches. • Movement: It features a 15-jewel manual-wind movement. In this era, 15 jewels indicated a quality "fully jeweled" lever escapement, designed for durability and reduced friction. • Dial Design: The dial has a beautiful guilloché-style textured finish with concentric "sunburst" ridges. It features a sub-seconds dial at the 6 o'clock position, which is a classic hallmark of watches from the 1940s and early '50s. • Protective Features: The dial is marked "Waterproof" and "Antimagnetic." Keep in mind that for a vintage piece, "waterproof" should be treated as "water-resistant when new"—it is highly recommended to keep this watch away from water today as the gaskets will have long since perished. • Case Back: The screw-down stainless steel back is typical of "waterproof" models of that time, designed to provide a tighter seal than a standard snap-back case.