For sale is a sophisticated example of mid-century "quiet luxury", a Vintage Corum Ultra-Thin Manual Wind Dress Watch, likely produced in the 1960s or early 1970s. While Corum is often recognized for their avant-garde "Coin" watches, their mid-century production of ultra-slim dress watches rivaled the very best from Piaget and Cartier. This piece is a fantastic "value sleeper," offering high-end Swiss heritage and artisanal finishing at an accessible price point.
The defining characteristic of this timepiece is the exquisite "Florentine" or linen-textured bezel. The watch also comes with the original Corum watch buckle. This crosshatch finish was a popular artisanal technique of the era, famously used by Audemars Piguet and Rolex, designed to catch the light beautifully while cleverly concealing micro-scratches. The case profile is exceptionally slim, allowing the watch to slide effortlessly under a dress shirt cuff. The aesthetic is anchored by a pristine silver sunburst dial featuring crisp Roman numerals and is elevated by a Cartier-style blue cabochon winding crown. Powered by a reliable Swiss manual-wind movement (likely based on the Peseux 7001), this Corum represents the pinnacle of 1960s formal elegance.
Key Features:
Brand: Corum
Era: 1960s–1970s
Case Style: Ultra-thin round case with textured "Florentine" bezel
Dial: Silver Sunburst with printed Roman Numerals
Size: 31mm without crown
Crown: Blue Cabochon tipped (Sapphire style)
Hands: Blackened baton/stick hands
Movement: Manual Wind Mechanical (Swiss)
Accessories: Original Corum buckle
Condition: Very good vintage condition; the textured bezel remains sharp and distinct.
Why Collectors Love It: Vintage Corum dress watches are currently some of the most undervalued pieces in the market. This specific model offers a strong "Value Proposition," delivering the build quality and design language of a vintage Vacheron Constantin or Piaget Altiplano for a fraction of the investment. The "Florentine" bezel sets it apart from standard polished dress watches, providing a unique texture that is both visually stunning and practical for daily wear. With the blue cabochon crown adding a touch of high-horology flair, this is a perfect choice for the collector seeking distinct, "Old Money" aesthetics.
Return Policy All watch purchases from Arrows Vintage Watches include a 48-hour return window. If you’re not fully satisfied, you may return the watch at your expense using the same insured shipping method it was sent with, and in the same condition it was received. Once the watch is returned and inspected, refunds will be issued within 7 days via the original payment method.
All returns and cancellations will be charged a restocking fee around 3% of the total item price. This is the cost of using a payment processor on the site.
For sale is a sophisticated example of mid-century "quiet luxury", a Vintage Corum Ultra-Thin Manual Wind Dress Watch, likely produced in the 1960s or early 1970s. While Corum is often recognized for their avant-garde "Coin" watches, their mid-century production of ultra-slim dress watches rivaled the very best from Piaget and Cartier. This piece is a fantastic "value sleeper," offering high-end Swiss heritage and artisanal finishing at an accessible price point.
The defining characteristic of this timepiece is the exquisite "Florentine" or linen-textured bezel. The watch also comes with the original Corum watch buckle. This crosshatch finish was a popular artisanal technique of the era, famously used by Audemars Piguet and Rolex, designed to catch the light beautifully while cleverly concealing micro-scratches. The case profile is exceptionally slim, allowing the watch to slide effortlessly under a dress shirt cuff. The aesthetic is anchored by a pristine silver sunburst dial featuring crisp Roman numerals and is elevated by a Cartier-style blue cabochon winding crown. Powered by a reliable Swiss manual-wind movement (likely based on the Peseux 7001), this Corum represents the pinnacle of 1960s formal elegance.
Key Features:
Brand: Corum
Era: 1960s–1970s
Case Style: Ultra-thin round case with textured "Florentine" bezel
Dial: Silver Sunburst with printed Roman Numerals
Size: 31mm without crown
Crown: Blue Cabochon tipped (Sapphire style)
Hands: Blackened baton/stick hands
Movement: Manual Wind Mechanical (Swiss)
Accessories: Original Corum buckle
Condition: Very good vintage condition; the textured bezel remains sharp and distinct.
Why Collectors Love It: Vintage Corum dress watches are currently some of the most undervalued pieces in the market. This specific model offers a strong "Value Proposition," delivering the build quality and design language of a vintage Vacheron Constantin or Piaget Altiplano for a fraction of the investment. The "Florentine" bezel sets it apart from standard polished dress watches, providing a unique texture that is both visually stunning and practical for daily wear. With the blue cabochon crown adding a touch of high-horology flair, this is a perfect choice for the collector seeking distinct, "Old Money" aesthetics.
Return Policy All watch purchases from Arrows Vintage Watches include a 48-hour return window. If you’re not fully satisfied, you may return the watch at your expense using the same insured shipping method it was sent with, and in the same condition it was received. Once the watch is returned and inspected, refunds will be issued within 7 days via the original payment method.
All returns and cancellations will be charged a restocking fee around 3% of the total item price. This is the cost of using a payment processor on the site.
