Paul Portinoux Alarm Watch

These days, we’re overly reliant on our devices for daily task alerts. Phones, tablets, computers, and smartwatches all bombard us with frequent beeps and pings to remind us of our next appointment, or when its time to wake up from a mid-afternoon power nap. Sure, they’re convenient. But wouldn’t it be nice to shed our digital alerts for a while and return to a more analog way of doing things? In the past, 'alerts' could come in a vastly more engaging mechanical form, such as a mechanical alarm.

A mechanical alarm complication makes use of an extra mainspring barrel whose energy powers a hammer. At the appointed time, the hammer beats against a small gong, which sounds the alarm. Popularized by the Vulcain Cricket — the watch of many U.S. Presidents — variations on this system were subsequently used by numerous brands.

This particular watch from Paul Portinoux exists in the mould of many similar timepieces from the likes of Bulova, Tudor, and Abercrombie & Fitch. Housed in a 34mm stainless steel case with an acrylic crystal and dual crowns, it features a luminous sunburst silver dial with applied indices, a matching handset, and a ‘squiggle’ alarm indicator hand. 

Powered by the A. Schild Calibre 1475 manually-wound movement, this Swiss-made beauty is in excellent shape inside and out. Timepieces such as this one are fun and wonderful, and definitely don't turn up in this condition often.

If you crave a subtle return to simpler times, then this is the accessory to do it with!

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Condition

Since our pieces are vintage or pre-owned, please expect wear & patina from usage and age. Please read each item description and examine all product images.

Warranty

We back each Analog:Shift vintage timepiece with a one-year mechanical warranty from the date of purchase.

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All of our watches include complementary insured shipping within the 50 states.

Most of our products are on hand and will ship directly from our headquarters in New York City. In some cases, watches will be shipped directly from one of our authorized partners.

We generally ship our products via FedEx, fully insured, within 5 business days of purchase. An adult signature is required for receipt of all packages for insurance purposes. Expedited shipping is available at an additional cost. We are also happy to hand deliver your purchase in Manhattan or you may pick it up at our showroom.

Returns must be sent overnight or by priority international delivery, fully insured and paid for by the customer. A restocking fee may apply. Watches must be returned in the same condition as initially shipped.

We welcome international buyers, please contact us prior to purchase for additional details on shipping and payment options.