Pocket Watch Case

The Arnex watch design was taken from a Swiss antique with a large struck bronze metal base and gold plate with a “cloisonne” enamel dial. Arnex offered this watch with a choice of dial and case: This is one of the most popular models Arnex offered. The watch has Swiss 17 Jewel 16-1/2 Unitas, Incabloc shock-protected movement. The mechanical (manual) movement (Unitas 6498) ensures accurate timekeeping, while the large case material adds durability. The Unitas 6498 is a manual winding, Swiss-made movement known for its reliability and ease of service. This one had no wear. Perfect for men, this pocket watch is rare. It represents a most popular style but is what most inexpensive watches attempt to look like. Whether you’re a collector or looking for a unique timepiece, this Arnex pocket watch is sure to impress. Aside from aesthetics of the watch like the dial and case modifications, to more technical alterations, it’s important to choose a watchmaker who can provide the highest level of service available. Our watchmaster, Theodore Tongson, specializes in high-end watches with Swiss complications. We feel that it’s crucial to consider the reputation and experience of the watchmaker. This Unitas 6498 is a Swiss-made mechanical manual wind movement that has been in production for decades. Originally designed for small hunter pocket watch cases, People often referred to as a “pocket watch movement” until Panerai incorporated it into their wristwatch line. You will find it in many diving models from various manufacturers. The Unitas 6498 is known for its robust nature and reliability. It’s measures16.5 lignes (36.6mm) across and 4.5mm deep. The movement’s size has influenced the trend towards larger watches, as watch cases grew to accommodate this sized caliber. The Unitas 6498 and its sibling, the 6497, differ in architecture, most notably in the different locations of the subsidiary seconds. The 6497′s small seconds are at 9 o’clock, opposite the crown, while the 6498′s small seconds are at 6 o’clock, with the crown at 3. Many brands have used Unitas including American brands Bulova and Hamilton and European flavors from Alpina to Zeno. Unitas merged with ETA and the Swatch Group, Ltd. Unitas’ versatility and technical specifications have made it a favorite among watchmakers, from those creating entry-level watches to those crafting high horology pieces. The movement’s expansive landscape of bridges and plates also provide an expressive canvas for artistically inclined watchmakers. In short, the Unitas 6498 provides a highly versatile and reliable movement that has stood the test of time and continues to be a popular choice in the watch industry. Consider it one the finest Savonette (hunter) watches.

This watch appeared in the Arnex 1976 catalog with a choice of dials. It has a carved base medal (bronze) case with gold plating. The watch uses a Swiss Unitas 6498,17 jewel Incabloc, 16 1/2 Ligne world movement. It has a fired porcelain enamel dial in vivid colors. This one came out of an estate and has liittle to no wear. This item is in the category “Jewelry & Watches\Watches, Parts & Accessories\Watches\Pocket Watches”. The seller is “wristwatches-accessories” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States, Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Wallis and Futuna, Gambia, Malaysia, Taiwan, Poland, Oman, Suriname, United Arab Emirates, Kenya, Argentina, Guinea-Bissau, Armenia, Uzbekistan, Bhutan, Senegal, Togo, Ireland, Qatar, Burundi, Netherlands, Iraq, Slovakia, Slovenia, Equatorial Guinea, Thailand, Aruba, Sweden, Iceland, Macedonia, Belgium, Israel, Kuwait, Liechtenstein, Benin, Algeria, Antigua and Barbuda, Italy, Swaziland, Tanzania, Pakistan, Burkina Faso, Panama, Singapore, Kyrgyzstan, Switzerland, Djibouti, Chile, China, Mali, Botswana, Republic of Croatia, Cambodia, Indonesia, Portugal, Malta, Tajikistan, Vietnam, Cayman Islands, Paraguay, Saint Helena, Cyprus, Seychelles, Rwanda, Bangladesh, Australia, Austria, Sri Lanka, Gabon Republic, Zimbabwe, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Norway, Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Kiribati, Turkmenistan, Grenada, Greece, Haiti, Greenland, Yemen, Afghanistan, Montenegro, Mongolia, Nepal, Bahamas, Bahrain, United Kingdom, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Hungary, Angola, Western Samoa, France, Mozambique, Namibia, Peru, Denmark, Guatemala, Solomon Islands, Vatican City State, Sierra Leone, Nauru, Anguilla, El Salvador, Dominican Republic, Cameroon, Guyana, Azerbaijan Republic, Macau, Georgia, Tonga, San Marino, Eritrea, Saint Kitts-Nevis, Morocco, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Mauritania, Belize, Philippines, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Republic of the Congo, Western Sahara, Colombia, Spain, Estonia, Bermuda, Montserrat, Zambia, South Korea, Vanuatu, Ecuador, Albania, Ethiopia, Monaco, Niger, Laos, Ghana, Cape Verde Islands, Moldova, Madagascar, Saint Pierre and Miquelon, Lebanon, Liberia, Bolivia, Maldives, Gibraltar, Hong Kong, Central African Republic, Lesotho, Nigeria, Mauritius, Saint Lucia, Jordan, Guinea, British Virgin Islands, Canada, Turks and Caicos Islands, Chad, Andorra, Romania, Costa Rica, India, Mexico, Serbia, Kazakhstan, Saudi Arabia, Japan, Lithuania, Trinidad and Tobago, Malawi, Nicaragua, Finland, Tunisia, Luxembourg, Uganda, Brazil, Turkey, Tuvalu, Germany, Egypt, Latvia, Jamaica, Niue, South Africa, Brunei Darussalam, Honduras.

• Closure: Full Hunter
• Number of Jewels: 17 Jewels
• Indices: Arabic Numerals
• MPN: na
• Year Manufactured: 1970-1979
• Vintage: Yes
• Personalize: No
• Case Color: Gold
• Department: Men
• Caseback: Snap
• Style: Dress/Formal
• Features: Acrylic Crystal
• Case Material: METAL
• Handmade: No
• Water Resistance: Not Water Resistant
• Movement: Mechanical (Manual)
• Seller Warranty: Yes
• With Papers: No
• Brand: Arnex
• Type: Pocket Watch
• Customized: No
• Dial Color: White
• Model: 382
• With Original Box/Packaging: No
• Theme: Celebrity
• Case Finish: Polished
• With Manual/Booklet: No
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland
• Display: Analog