For sale is a historically significant and exceptionally stylish Vintage Croton Aquamedico, a classic "Doctor's Watch" with direct ties to the World War II era. This timepiece is a fantastic example of 1940s purpose built design, blending the elegant, rectangular aesthetics of the Art Deco period with the durable functionality required by professionals in the field.
This watch is defined by its early water proofed rectangular "tank" case, a hallmark of sophisticated 1940s design. The dial is the star of the show, featuring a stunning, dark two-tone finish that has aged to a beautiful and unique patina. The lumed Arabic numerals and matching hands create a warm, striking contrast against the dark background. This high-contrast, high-legibility layout, complete with a full outer minute/seconds track and a center seconds hand, was not just a style choice; it was a critical function for its "Medico" purpose, allowing medical professionals to time a patient's pulse accurately.
Brand: Croton
Model: Aquamedico
Era: c. 1940s (WWII Era)
Case: Multi-stepped rectangular "tank" style case
Hands: Original lumed syringe hands
Size: 24×37mm including lugs
Movement: Manual Wind Mechanical
Special Feature: "Doctor's Watch" high-legibility dial with center seconds hand
Brand Heritage: Croton was the American distributer for Nivada Grenchen
The Croton Aquamedico is a highly collectible watch that sits at the intersection of several powerful vintage trends. First, its history as a "Doctor's Watch" from the WWII era gives it a genuine, in-demand tool-watch appeal. Second, rectangular and "tank" style watches are surging in popularity, prized for their elegant, classic alternative to round sports models.
Finally, its horological pedigree is significantly enhanced by Croton's crucial partnership with the respected Swiss brand Nivada Grenchen, making this an "insider's" piece. The unique, honest patina on the dark gilt dial ensures no two watches are alike. This is a rare opportunity to own a timepiece rich in history, technical purpose, and timeless Art Deco style.
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 historically significant and exceptionally stylish Vintage Croton Aquamedico, a classic "Doctor's Watch" with direct ties to the World War II era. This timepiece is a fantastic example of 1940s purpose built design, blending the elegant, rectangular aesthetics of the Art Deco period with the durable functionality required by professionals in the field.
This watch is defined by its early water proofed rectangular "tank" case, a hallmark of sophisticated 1940s design. The dial is the star of the show, featuring a stunning, dark two-tone finish that has aged to a beautiful and unique patina. The lumed Arabic numerals and matching hands create a warm, striking contrast against the dark background. This high-contrast, high-legibility layout, complete with a full outer minute/seconds track and a center seconds hand, was not just a style choice; it was a critical function for its "Medico" purpose, allowing medical professionals to time a patient's pulse accurately.
Brand: Croton
Model: Aquamedico
Era: c. 1940s (WWII Era)
Case: Multi-stepped rectangular "tank" style case
Hands: Original lumed syringe hands
Size: 24×37mm including lugs
Movement: Manual Wind Mechanical
Special Feature: "Doctor's Watch" high-legibility dial with center seconds hand
Brand Heritage: Croton was the American distributer for Nivada Grenchen
The Croton Aquamedico is a highly collectible watch that sits at the intersection of several powerful vintage trends. First, its history as a "Doctor's Watch" from the WWII era gives it a genuine, in-demand tool-watch appeal. Second, rectangular and "tank" style watches are surging in popularity, prized for their elegant, classic alternative to round sports models.
Finally, its horological pedigree is significantly enhanced by Croton's crucial partnership with the respected Swiss brand Nivada Grenchen, making this an "insider's" piece. The unique, honest patina on the dark gilt dial ensures no two watches are alike. This is a rare opportunity to own a timepiece rich in history, technical purpose, and timeless Art Deco style.
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.
