Swiss metal Ermeto Pullman eight day travel watch Circa 1955

Travel watch with alarm and a backstand
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A rare Ermeto Pullman eight day travel watch, made by Movado in la Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, circa 1955. The case of this watch was crafted from metal, has a back stand and is covered with snakeskin. The square dial has black Arabic hour numerals and raised 3, 6, 9 and 12 hour numerals and luminous hands. The eight day movement has a lever escapement and an alarm.
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Dimensions: 100 x 70 mm
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Signed: Movado, 8 Days, Swiss Made
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The Movado Ermeto “Pullman” was a large, desk top travel clock in the Ermeto series, known for its eight day power reserve. It was designed to be a practical timekeeping device for travelers, often used as a bedside clock on journeys like the Orient Express. The Pullman was the largest of the Ermeto models, with dimensions around 100 x 70 mm and featured an alarm function.