Rare 1936 Berlin Olympics Commemorative Pocket Watch – Techno Swiss Made (47mm)

An exceptional piece of 20th-century sports history. This handsome pocket watch was produced to commemorate the 1936 Summer Olympics (the Games of the XI Olympiad) held in Berlin, Germany. The 1936 Games were a landmark event in sports history, being the first Olympic Games to be televised (via closed-circuit television to viewing halls in Berlin) and introducing the modern tradition of the Olympic torch relay. This timepiece serves as a direct, tangible artifact from a highly significant moment in international athletic history.

The reverse of the sturdy stainless steel case is beautifully adorned with the official imagery of the 1936 Games. It features crisp, white enamel-filled engravings of the Brandenburg Gate, surmounted by the date “1936,” with the text “XI. OLYMPIADE BERLIN” and the iconic five Olympic rings situated below.

Detailed Specifications

• Maker: Techno (Swiss Made)

• Era: 1936

• Event: Games of the XI Olympiad (Berlin)

• Case Material: Stainless Steel

• Case Style & Dimensions: Classic open-face pocket watch profile with a sturdy, heavy-duty build typical of the 1930s. 47mm diameter (excluding crown and bow).

• Case Motifs: Reverse features the Brandenburg Gate, “1936”, “XI. OLYMPIADE BERLIN”, and the Olympic Rings. The inner case back is stamped “STAINLESS STEEL,” “SWISSMADE,” and bears the serial number 15327.

• Dial: Striking original Art Deco, two-tone “sector” or “bullseye” dial. The center and outer edge are a crisp cream color, separated by a distinct copper/bronze-colored hour track featuring bold black Arabic numerals. The dial is signed “TECHNO” and features a large, highly legible subsidiary seconds register at the 6 o’clock position.

• Hands: Original, prominent blued steel hands.

• Movement: High-quality, robust Swiss mechanical movement. 15 Jewels, stem-wind and stem-set. The movement bridges feature elegant, parallel Geneva stripe finishing.

• Accessories: Includes a handsome, period-appropriate golden-tone watch chain.

• Operational Status: Perfect working condition. The mechanical movement winds smoothly, sets correctly, and keeps highly reliable time.

Comprehensive Condition Report

• The Case: Excellent vintage condition. The stainless steel case remains robust and securely houses the movement. The commemorative white engravings on the reverse are crisp and fully intact.

• The Dial: The two-tone Art Deco dial shows a wonderful, authentic patina indicative of its 90 years of age. There is even, warm aging across the copper/bronze sector, adding immense vintage character without sacrificing legibility.

• The Mechanics: The 15-jewel Swiss movement is very clean and bright. It operates strongly with a healthy balance action.

Terms, Shipping & Handling This significant piece of 1930s Olympic memorabilia will be handled with professional care. The timepiece will be meticulously packaged to ensure absolute safety during transit. It will be securely dispatched utilizing tracked and fully insured expedited international shipping to guarantee its safe arrival anywhere in the world. Please thoroughly review all high-resolution macro photography provided to fully appreciate the authentic patina, crisp commemorative engravings, and mechanical integrity of this historic 1936 watch prior to purchasing. Should you require any further technical details, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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