Been wearing this for about a week, when I first bought it (charity shop for a fast flip) I thought it looked like a wheeler dealer watch, something del boy would have on his wrist. But over the week, its grown on me.
With 17 jewels, the Swiss AS ST 1950/51 is a beautiful movement and a reliable time keeper.
As mentioned, this watch had been picked up at a charity shop, the movement would not wind, so I took it apart and gave the Royce a full service. I was surprised to find the movement was immaculate, the jewels with dried on oil, I’d assume this watch spent its life in a draw.
Look forward to selling this piece on to someone to enjoy.
Royce was the mass market brand of S. Kocher & Co SA (founded in 1918). They started making automatic watches in the 60s, focusing on cheaper and sports watches, with their sister brand Eska serving the higher price points.
They were, among many similar Swiss brands, killed off by the Quartz revolution.
Don’t expect to make too much money on this sale, likely <$60. Nice vintage look though!
Very informative thanks! and selling for 60 uk pounds.