The story behind this Glashütte Original Sixties
The Saxon Manufacture Glashütte Original has embodied the excellence of German watchmaking for over 175 years. Within its catalog, the Sixties collection occupies a special place, celebrating the bold aesthetics and creative freedom of the 1960s. This Glashütte Original Sixties watch, reference 1-39-52-13-02-04, is much more than a simple neo-vintage timepiece: it is the Annual Edition unveiled in 2019. Produced over a limited period, this series is distinguished by a rare chromatic boldness. It is aimed at men and women in search of a singular aesthetic, far removed from the classic standards of black or silver. The design of this line pays homage to VEB Glashütter Uhrenbetriebe's creations from the GDR era, revisiting their codes with contemporary luxury standards. This precise version, with its "Fiery Orange" dial, testifies to the unique expertise of the brand's proprietary Pforzheim dial factory, which uses period tools to create these striking reliefs.
Case, caliber and bracelet of this Sixties
The polished stainless steel case boasts a contained diameter of 39 millimeters, an ideal size that respects the vintage spirit while offering a modern presence on the wrist. Its slimness and curved lugs ensure optimal comfort. The true centerpiece of this Glashütte Original Sixties watch is its domed dial. Its fiery orange color is achieved by applying several layers of red and black lacquer, creating a fascinating gradation that darkens towards the edges. The relief texture, evoking an organic structure, is created by die-forging on a 60-ton press. Milled hour-markers and specific Arabic numeral typography complete the visual picture. At the heart of the case beats the caliber 39-52, an automatic manufacture movement. It is visible through a specially designed sapphire crystal caseback offering a side view of the mechanism, revealing the skeletonized oscillating weight with its 21-carat gold peripheral mass and the famous Glashütte ribs. The watch is mounted on its original matte-brown Louisiana alligator leather strap, closed by a pin buckle.
Why this Glashütte Original watch
Choosing this Glashütte Original Sixties watch pre-owned is a step for the discerning aesthete. The rarity of this 2019 "Annual Edition" configuration makes it far more exclusive than the permanent models in the collection. As this "Fiery Orange" dial is no longer produced, the second-hand market remains the only way to acquire this specific series. The price of this piece reflects its desirability and exceptional condition. It represents a perfect balance between Saxon haute horlogerie and artistic design. Unlike an often fragile vintage watch, this pre-owned Sixties offers the security and reliability of a modern caliber while retaining the charm of the old. It's an ideal luxury watch to complete a collection with a piece of character, whose value remains supported by its rarity.
Delivered contents and condition
This Glashütte Original Sixties watch comes in an almost complete set that will delight collectors. It comes with its original brown travel case, practical and elegant. Although the plastic warranty card is missing, traceability and authenticity are formally assured by the original receipt from the Swiss distributor Kurz in Basel, dated August 2021. This official document attests to the exact serial number and reference. In terms of condition, this watch is classified as new. The steel case shows no signs of wear, the sapphire crystal is immaculate and the alligator leather strap is in perfect condition, testifying to a piece handled with the utmost care.
Warranty and delivery
The Swiss Collector offers you a 24-month warranty on this watch, ensuring total peace of mind. Transaction security is our top priority. You can choose to collect this piece directly from one of our points of sale in Switzerland, or opt for delivery by secure, fully insured and tracked shipment. We are committed to the absolute conformity of our products.
* Like new - watch never worn or showing almost invisible signs of wear.
