Benrus - Selfwinding Series 7155 - No reserve price - 7155 - Men - 1960-1969

Presented for auction by Second Vintage This Benrus Selfwinding presents a quintessential example of mid-century watchmaking, combining an elegant aesthetic with robust daily-wear capability. Featuring the brand's recognizable three-star dial emblem and powered by a reliable Swiss automatic movement, this timepiece captures the charm of a golden era in horology. Its beautifully preserved dial stands in striking contrast to the deeply patinated hands, offering a watch with genuine vintage character and undeniable wrist presence. Brand: Benrus Model: Selfwinding Series 7155 Reference Number: 7155 Movement: Automatic, Caliber DO 135, 17 Jewels Dial: Clean off-white eggshell dial with applied faceted indices and heavily patinated hands Case Size: 34 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Chrome-plated case with stainless steel caseback Production Year: 1960s Condition: Good vintage condition with honest case wear and a remarkably well-preserved dial Dial and Hands The watch features a beautiful off-white eggshell dial that remains exceptionally clean for its age, showing only the faintest signs of natural aging under close inspection. The dial is adorned with applied silver-tone faceted dart indices and stylized Arabic numerals at the twelve and six o'clock positions, all retaining a bright, reflective finish. Just below the twelve o'clock marker sits the crisp black printed Benrus name and the iconic applied three-star logo, with "SELFWINDING" elegantly printed above the six. The alpha-style hands provide a striking visual contrast, as their original luminous material has aged to a deep, dark, and cracked patina, highlighting the authentic vintage journey of the timepiece. The sweeping center seconds hand remains clean and functional. Case and Crystal The 34mm case features a classic round profile with smooth, sweeping lugs and a polished bezel. As is typical for cases of this era with a stainless steel back, the chrome-plated mid-case shows honest signs of wear, including surface scratches, handling marks, and minor areas of plating wear visible primarily on the underside of the lugs. The domed acrylic crystal protects the dial and exhibits some minor surface scuffs along the periphery, consistent with regular use. The watch is fitted with a nicely proportioned, signed Benrus crown. The stainless steel caseback is heavily scratched from previous opening attempts but clearly displays its factory engravings, including "WATERPROOF," "DUSTPROOF," and "SERIES #7155." Movement Powering this timepiece is the Benrus Caliber DO 135, a 17-jewel automatic movement based on a robust Swiss A. Schild ebauche. The movement is cleanly signed on the rotor and presents well visually. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. Timegrapher results indicate a deviation of -8 to -12 seconds per day. Strap The watch is fitted with a period-correct black leather strap featuring prominent thick white contrast stitching, secured by a standard steel tang buckle. Condition This timepiece is in good vintage condition. The dial is wonderfully preserved, standing out as the highlight of the watch, while the hands display deep, attractive aging. The case exhibits normal, honest wear, including surface scratches and handling marks, with notable scratching present on the stainless steel caseback. Dimensions Case Size: 34 mm (excluding the crown) Remarks With its balanced dial proportions, iconic three-star branding, and reliable automatic heart, this Benrus represents an excellent opportunity to acquire a highly wearable piece of mid-century design. The contrast between the clean dial and the deeply aged hands gives it a unique aesthetic footprint that collectors appreciate. History Benrus was founded in New York City in the early 1920s and quickly grew to become one of the most prominent American watch brands of the mid-20th century. By casing reliable Swiss ebauches in stylish, American-designed cases, Benrus provided robust and attractive timepieces to the public and the military alike. The three-star designation was frequently utilized by the brand to denote quality and was a proud hallmark on their automatic models during their most successful decades. / Second Vintage SKU: BEN-SXX-0001