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Movado Steel Chronograph Ref. 1170

Partially verified

This stainless steel chronograph wristwatch, reference 1170 by Movado, dates to approximately 1960. The watch features a two-body, water-resistant case design with a stepped bezel, triangular lugs, and a screwed-down case back incorporating a dust cap. It is powered by the manual-wind Caliber C.95 M, a rhodium-plated movement with 17 jewels, a straight-line lever escapement, and a Breguet balance spring. The watch is presented on a stainless steel link bracelet with a deployant clasp and is accompanied by a fitted box. The exterior finish combines polished and brushed elements. The dial is executed in a bicolor matte silver and black finish, featuring applied steel baton indexes, luminous dots, and three subsidiary guilloche dials indicating seconds, 60-minute, and 12-hour registers. The watch measures 35 mm in diameter with a thickness of 11 mm.

Front view of the Movado chronograph showing the bicolor dial and multi-link bracelet.
Front view of the Movado chronograph showing the bicolor dial and multi-link bracelet. — Antiquorum. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
catalog.antiquorum.swiss
Category
Wristwatch · Chronograph wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Movado
Reference
1170
Catalogue / lot identifier
283
Source-reported date
circa 1960
Source-reported place
Not established
Source-reported serial
19068

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case and Dial

The watch is housed in a two-body stainless steel case measuring 35 mm in diameter and 11 mm in thickness. The exterior surfaces feature a combination of polished and brushed textures. Notable design features include a stepped bezel, triangular lugs, and a screwed-down case back, which also houses a dust cap to protect the internal movement.

The dial is a bicolor matte silver and black arrangement. It includes applied steel baton indexes complemented by luminous dots. An outer track records 1/5th seconds and includes Arabic markers at 5-minute and 5-second intervals. Subsidiary guilloche registers display constant seconds, 60-minute increments, and 12-hour durations. The hands are luminous steel baton style, though they are reported as oxidized.

Evidence for this section
  • “C. Two-body, polished and brushed, screwed-down case back, dust cap, stepped bezel, triangular lugs.”
  • “D. Bicolor matte silver and black with applied steel baton indexes and luminous dots”
  • “Luminous steel baton hands.”

Movement and Functions

The timepiece is driven by the Movado Caliber C.95 M. This rhodium-plated movement incorporates 17 jewels and employs a straight-line lever escapement. Timekeeping regulation is managed by a monometallic balance paired with a Breguet balance spring. The movement, along with the dial and case, bears the signed markings of the manufacturer.

The chronograph function is operated via two round push-pieces located on the side of the case. These activate the registers on the dial.

Evidence for this section
  • “M. Cal. C.95 M, rhodium-plated, 17 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, Breguet balance spring.”
  • “Dial, case and movement signed.”
  • “Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense”

Provenance and Presentation

The watch is supplied with a stainless steel link bracelet featuring a deployant clasp. This attachment is integrated into the overall presentation of the timepiece. The lot is additionally accompanied by a fitted box.

The auction description provides a general grading for the components, identifying the case, movement, and dial condition as grade 3. The hands are specified separately as original but with signs of oxidation.

Evidence for this section
  • “stainless steel Movado link bracelet with deployant clasp. Accompanied by a fitted box.”
  • “Oxidized HANDS Original”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific production timeframe for the Movado C.95 M caliber?
  • Does the serial number 19068 correlate with other known reference 1170 case batches?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Movado Steel Chronograph Ref. 1170
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerMovado“Movado”
Reference1170“Ref. 1170”
Serial number19068“case No. 19068”
MovementCal. C.95 M“Cal. C.95 M”
Case diameter35 mm“Diam. 35 mm”
Jewel count17“17 jewels”
Case typeTwo-body“C. Two-body”
Datecirca 1960“Made circa 1960.”

Visible details

  • Triangular lugs are visible at the case attachment points
  • Three subsidiary registers display a black finish against a silver dial
  • The bracelet features a multi-link design
  • Round chronograph pushers are situated on the right side of the case

Research qualifications

  • The auction description notes the hands are oxidized
  • The auction description recommends a mechanical overhaul

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

Steel Chronograph Movado, case No. 19068, Ref. 1170. Made circa 1960. Fine, water-resistant, stainless steel wristwatch with round button chronograph, registers and a stainless steel Movado link bracelet with deployant clasp. Accompanied by a fitted box.

Reviewed 2026-10-26 · Record e1e39c6d03

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