In the twilight of 1964 a Junghans first began to tick a compact beacon of German precision set within a stark black dial, its gold-colored numerals catching the last light. For decades this hand-wound companion moved through the rhythm of daily life: a small sub-dial above six quietly counting the seconds, a steady metronome to long mornings, late nights and everything between. Beneath the stainless steel caseback the caliber 693E kept working, resilient against impacts and the wear of years thanks to its sturdy construction. The chrome case bears a few characterful scratches from a life well-lived; the original strap faded with service. Fitted now with a supple black leather band, its military-inspired elegance has been reborn. Today it rests polished in its box, the same soft mechanical tick still whispering a story of craft and survival as it did sixty years ago ready for a new wrist and a new chapter.
First released in the early 1960s for service-minded customers, this Junghans model blends utilitarian military styling with refined watchmaking. The clean black dial and gold-toned numerals offered high legibility, while the small seconds at six and the hand-wound caliber 693E prioritized reliability and ease of repair. Built to endure, the robust stainless case and simple movement made it a trusted daily watch through decades of changing fashions a practical instrument that aged into quiet classicism.
Model: Junghans Military Style
Reverence: 693E
Serial number: Unknown / Not applicable
Dimensions: 33mm
Year: 1964 (circa)
Material: Chromed base metal / Stainless steel back
Box and/or papers: Orginal box
Condition case: Good condition, characterful vintage signs of use with slight wear to the chrome plating
Condition glass: Good condition, clear acrylic crystal with minor superficial hairline scratches
Condition strap: New / Aftermarket black leather strap with steel buckle
Condition dial: Original matte black dial with golden Arabic numerals and small seconds at 6 o'clock
Timepiece information: 15 Jewels shockproof, manual winding
Last service: 2026
functions: Time / Small seconds
Extra: 12 month warranty certificate and official authenticity papers
In the twilight of 1964 a Junghans first began to tick a compact beacon of German precision set within a stark black dial, its gold-colored numerals catching the last light. For decades this hand-wound companion moved through the rhythm of daily life: a small sub-dial above six quietly counting the seconds, a steady metronome to long mornings, late nights and everything between. Beneath the stainless steel caseback the caliber 693E kept working, resilient against impacts and the wear of years thanks to its sturdy construction. The chrome case bears a few characterful scratches from a life well-lived; the original strap faded with service. Fitted now with a supple black leather band, its military-inspired elegance has been reborn. Today it rests polished in its box, the same soft mechanical tick still whispering a story of craft and survival as it did sixty years ago ready for a new wrist and a new chapter.
First released in the early 1960s for service-minded customers, this Junghans model blends utilitarian military styling with refined watchmaking. The clean black dial and gold-toned numerals offered high legibility, while the small seconds at six and the hand-wound caliber 693E prioritized reliability and ease of repair. Built to endure, the robust stainless case and simple movement made it a trusted daily watch through decades of changing fashions a practical instrument that aged into quiet classicism.
Model: Junghans Military Style
Reverence: 693E
Serial number: Unknown / Not applicable
Dimensions: 33mm
Year: 1964 (circa)
Material: Chromed base metal / Stainless steel back
Box and/or papers: Orginal box
Condition case: Good condition, characterful vintage signs of use with slight wear to the chrome plating
Condition glass: Good condition, clear acrylic crystal with minor superficial hairline scratches
Condition strap: New / Aftermarket black leather strap with steel buckle
Condition dial: Original matte black dial with golden Arabic numerals and small seconds at 6 o'clock
Timepiece information: 15 Jewels shockproof, manual winding
Last service: 2026
functions: Time / Small seconds
Extra: 12 month warranty certificate and official authenticity papers
