Movado ‘Fab Suisse’ Stepped Spider Lugs Dress Watch – A Golden Icon of 1950s Elegance
A stunning relic of post-war refinement, this Movado 'Fab Suisse' Dress Watch from the 1950s is a masterpiece of mid-century design. With its stepped spider lugs, gold-plated case, and original signed dial, it exemplifies the sophisticated minimalism Movado mastered during this golden era of Swiss horology.
Timeless Dial, Pure Mid-Century Aesthetic
At the heart of this dress piece is a beautifully preserved original Movado dial, cleanly signed “Fab. Suisse” and “Switzerland”—a rare dual-marking that underscores its production for the French-speaking Swiss and Belgian markets. The dial’s balanced design, free of unnecessary clutter, speaks volumes through its restrained elegance.
Original dauphine hands sweep confidently across the aged yet dignified surface, framed by a warm, golden minute track. The crystal offers a clear and sympathetic view of a dial that retains remarkable originality and presence.
Casework That Captures Attention
Measuring 34mm in diameter, the gold-plated case is defined by its striking stepped spider lugs—a unique architectural flourish rarely seen in Movado’s more reserved dress models. These sharply contoured lugs, paired with the wide-set bezel and slim mid-case, lend the watch a sculptural presence on the wrist.
Discreet Movado branding is found not just on the dial but also engraved between the lugs and tastefully on the bezel next to the crown, offering subtle but confident declarations of provenance.
Precision Inside – Calibre 4798
Powering this classic is the Movado manual-wind Calibre 4798, a robust and beautifully finished movement that was recently serviced by a master watchmaker. It winds smoothly, keeps excellent time, and is offered with a 12-month mechanical guarantee for added assurance.
This movement, a testament to Movado’s in-house engineering before the Zenith merger, is another reminder of the brand’s technical pedigree during this period.
Key Details:
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Reference: 58289
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Serial Number: 3150178
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Movement: Movado Cal. 4798, Manual Wind, Fully Serviced
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Case Size: 34mm (Gold Plated)
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Lug Design: Stepped Spider Lugs
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Dial: Original, Signed "Fab Suisse" and "Switzerland"
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Strap: Hand-Made Leather Strap (Crafted in Belgium, Brand New)
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Condition: Excellent vintage condition, dial and case remarkably preserved
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Warranty: 1-Year Mechanical Guarantee
Why This Watch?
This Movado Fab Suisse Spider Lugs model represents an ideal fusion of post-war style and mechanical elegance. Its rare case design, unaltered original dial, and period-correct markings offer exceptional appeal for collectors of classic dress watches or connoisseurs of early Movado craftsmanship.
It is a piece that wears with timeless ease but stands out with quiet distinction—a refined and rare gem from the golden decade of Swiss watchmaking.
Please reach out with any questions or to arrange a private viewing—this is a dress piece that invites both admiration and contemplation.
