Citizen - Alarm - No reserve price - 15708 - Men - 1960-1969

Presented for auction by Second Vintage Mechanical alarm watches from mid-century Japanese makers are highly sought-after by enthusiasts, and this beautiful Citizen Alarm provides a brilliant example of the complication. Featuring a striking two-tone silvered dial with a concentric textured center and a distinctive dual-crown case design, this piece offers a highly interactive and engaging vintage experience. Brand: Citizen Model: Citizen Alarm Reference Number: 15708 Serial Number: 11204219 Movement: Manual wind mechanical alarm, 17 jewels Dial: Two-tone silvered with concentric texture and applied gold-tone indices Case Size: 36mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Gold Plated Production Year: 1960s Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Timegrapher: +30+35s/day, running strong and steady. Dial and Hands The beautifully preserved two-tone silvered dial is a visual highlight, featuring a striking concentric circular texture in the center. Applied gold-tone faceted indices provide excellent depth, while the original text remains crisp and fully intact. Under high magnification, very minor dust or spotting is visible, but the dial presents as exceptionally clean overall. The original matching handset remains in excellent condition, consisting of gold-tone dauphine hour and minute hands, a sweep second hand, and the distinctive arrow-tipped alarm indicator. These hands show minor surface oxidation consistent with age but remain highly attractive. Case and Crystal The 36mm gold-plated case retains its honest vintage wear and preserved overall geometry. The case displays moderate surface scratches and handling marks, with some minor plating wear visible on the sharp edges of the lugs. The smooth, integrated gold-plated bezel shows light surface scratches consistent with the rest of the case. The watch features distinctive dual crowns for time setting and the alarm function. Both crowns are unsigned and show noticeable brassing and plating loss, particularly on the lower crown. A clear domed acrylic crystal protects the dial, free of major scratches, cracks, or crazing, providing a distortion-free view. The stainless steel caseback is clearly engraved. Movement Inside beats a clean and well-preserved 17-jewel manual wind mechanical alarm movement, engraved with the Citizen signature. The plates and bridges are clean, showing no obvious signs of corrosion or heavy scratching, and the screw heads appear in good condition. The timegrapher recorded +30+35s/day. Performing well within expected vintage tolerances; running strong and steady. Strap The watch is fitted with a complementary modern black leather strap featuring a textured pattern and contrasting beige stitching. The strap shows light signs of wear and pairs nicely with the vintage aesthetic of the dial. Condition Excellent vintage condition. The watch displays honest age-related wear, including moderate surface scratches on the gold-plated case and some plating loss on the lug edges and crowns. The two-tone dial and handset are remarkably well preserved, showing only minor oxidation and faint spotting under magnification. The mechanical alarm movement is clean, and supported by the timegrapher results, it is running strong and steady. Dimensions The case size is 36mm, and this measurement excludes the crown. Remarks This Citizen Alarm is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a highly interactive mechanical complication from a respected Japanese maker. The beautiful two-tone textured dial and the engaging dual-crown layout make this a standout piece for any enthusiast of mid-century design. History During the mid-century period, Japanese watchmakers like Citizen began producing specialized complications to compete on the global stage. The mechanical alarm was one of the most engaging and practical complications of the era, designed to alert the wearer with a physical vibration and audible buzz. These models are now highly appreciated by collectors for their ingenuity and distinctive mid-century styling. The 4H dial logo and dual-crown architecture are classic signatures of Citizen's approach to the alarm watch, representing an important chapter in the brand's mechanical development. Payment and Shipping Payment must be completed within 1–3 days after purchase. Your watch will be professionally and securely packaged, then shipped with tracking and insurance for your peace of mind. We use fast express shipping, with typical delivery within 1–4 business days, depending on the destination. Please note that vintage watches may show minor signs of wear, aging, or imperfections, which are considered normal for watches of this age. We kindly ask you to review all photos carefully before bidding. We photograph each watch from multiple angles to provide the most accurate representation possible, and the photos form an important part of the description. The timegrapher assessment if provided is seen as an indication of the movement’s condition under fully wound testing conditions. As with all vintage watches, results may vary in daily use. If you have any concerns regarding functionality or defects after delivery, please contact us within 3 days of receiving the watch so we can assist you. As with all used watches, water resistance is not guaranteed. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us after the auction ends. / Second Vintage SKU: CITZ0JE350000