{"product_id":"1960s-prim","title":"1960s PRIM made in Czechoslovakia","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe have finally managed to restock this mechanical wristwatch from PRIM, a premier watchmaker representing Czechoslovakia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe black and gold dial is incredibly alluring, paired with an original vintage silver-plated chain from the 1960s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePRIM is the company that first produced watches in Czechoslovakia and remains in business to this day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThey have a lovely shop in downtown Prague, and I've attached their official photo here. You can often see the craftsmen repairing watches inside in real-time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI only learned about the brand PRIM after moving to Prague,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ebut they are frequently handled in local antique shops,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eare highly trusted, and the vintage pieces seem particularly popular—they always sell out quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHowever, most of them have had their original straps replaced with new leather or military bands, leaving only the dial original. While that’s cool, I always felt something was missing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThat was how I felt for a long time, and I could never seem to find one that was entirely original and still in working order,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ebut I happened to stumble upon this watch while visiting an antique shop in a small countryside town.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou might wonder, \"Is a 60-year-old watch really okay?\" I wondered the same thing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBut having owned it for a few weeks now, I am honestly surprised by how it keeps time almost perfectly without any drift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt must have been sleeping in a display case for a long time, but it’s so full of life that the ticking sound is almost loud. Haha.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Czech Republic has a history of development through the machinery industry, and it made me realize once again how strong their craftsmanship has always been.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlso, intuitively, I believe there are always good and bad units when it comes to machinery, and I feel this one is definitely a \"good\" one. It’s just so accurate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOf course, it is a watch, so it will stop at some point, but currently, it is in remarkably good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe history of PRIM, which began producing watches toward the end of WWII in 1949, is summarized on their official website for those interested. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.prim.cz\/our-history\"\u003ePRIM our history\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI personally loved the part about the testing process before they began full-scale production. Haha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere is also detailed information about their logos, and it turns out this is the \"bread logo\"—named for its loaf-like shape—\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ewhich was the old logo used until 1969, confirming this piece is from the 60s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnusually for a vintage watch, this one features a minute-marked dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt even has a small sub-dial for seconds below. It rotates precisely, completing a full circle every 60 seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI think it’s this precision that tickles one's curiosity and captivates people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnlike Japanese or Swiss vintage watches, I am captivated by this rugged charm,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eand the simple, socialist-era design that captures the atmosphere of Eastern Europe at the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe fact that it has a silver chain instead of leather also makes it very luxurious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBy the way, no matter how much you search online, you won't find one with a chain rather than a strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlthough it was originally intended for men, it looks quite stylish on a woman as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMy apologies—the more I researched, the more I fell in love with it, and there was so much I wanted to share that it got too long. That happens sometimes. Haha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a piece of Czech vintage that I can recommend with confidence—please take a look!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaterial - silver-plated metal (The chain is likely a brass-like metal base with silver plating)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize - 16cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eModel wrist - 14cm \/ 16cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight - 33.8g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition - \u003c\/span\u003eOverall it is beautiful and problem-free, but please check the product photos from various angles, as there are fine scratches on the crystal glass. The silver plating on the back of the chain is thinning, revealing a bit of the gold-colored brass(?) underneath, but this is not an issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe watch keeps accurate time and the mainspring functions perfectly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease wind the crown fully once a day and set the time.\u003cbr\u003eIt will likely have stopped by the time it reaches you, so\u003cbr\u003eplease wind it fully once, pull the crown to set the time,\u003cbr\u003eand if possible, wind it fully, slowly, at the same time every day.\u003cbr\u003eFrequent partial winding is not good for durability,\u003cbr\u003eso please remember: \"once a day,\" \"at the same time,\" and \"wind until it stops!\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TOTO.CZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47312246112599,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0513\/3097\/3881\/files\/IMG_7488_364b0b92-03b4-40e5-a6e7-ef6c50faa2bc.jpg?v=1700237845","url":"https:\/\/totocz.com\/en\/products\/1960s-prim","provider":"TOTO","version":"1.0","type":"link"}