1940s Ribaux Watch Co. Swiss 15 Jewel Wristwatch
Updated September 15, 2026
| Lot number | 114 |
| Category | Jewelry & Watches |
| Auction | Vintage watches Omega,Bulova,Hamilton and more |
| Date | September 30, 2026 at 5:00 PM CDT |
| Auction house | Sphere Auctions LLC |
| Location | Sun Prairie, Wisconsin |
This is a vintage 1940s Ribaux Watch Co. Swiss manual wind wristwatch. The dial is signed "RIBAUX" and features Arabic numerals with a subsidiary seconds dial at the six o'clock position. The movement is signed "Ribaux Watch Co, Swiss, Fifteen 15 Jewels, Unadjusted." The case back is stamped "Schmitz, Swiss, Brevet+, Steel Back, 7240" - Schmitz Freres was a known Swiss case manufacturer credited with patented water-resistant case construction used by a number of period brands. Case diameter measures 30.16mm excluding the crown, and the watch is fitted with a stainless steel expansion bracelet. The case back also bears a period personal engraving reading "Russell J. Hovde." This watch is not currently running and will require service to operate. Extended runtime and accuracy after any future service are not guaranteed.
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