During Movado's glorious period from 1912 through the 1950's, when such innovations as the polyplan movement, Calendomatic, and exceptional in-house chronographs pushed the envelope of horological technology, and original designs such as the Museum watch took their place in history, their wristwatches enjoyed a level of prestige reserved only for works of very fine watchmakers.

Today's offering features this wonderful all-original Movado Calendograph watch. The colors of the two-tone dial, blue date track, red date hand pointer, and black hands all provide beautiful interest!

It is the exact same model that FDR owned and reportedly wore it at the Malta and Yalta Conferences in 1945 and in the last months of his life. His was retailed through Tiffany. Photos of FDR's Calendograph are in the listing below (photo from Antiquroum).

Powering by an in-house Movado movement, the watch possesses capabilities that track the date, day of the week, and month.

These dress style non-waterproof Calendrographs are midsize watches - well-suited for someone who doesn't have a large wrist.

Its dial presents in pleasing condition and has warmed to a sepia tone, giving it a true vintage look. Its case is in excellent condition. It has four light symmetrical pin prick indentions in the back. The lugs still retain strong chamfers on top. On the wrist it presents in excellent condition.

One of our Master Watchmakers has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components, reassembling and lubricating the movement, straightening out the bushing in the month wheel, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $795 value).

We have tested it on a machine that spins the watch in all directions simulating it being worn on the wrist, and it is keeping perfect time like a new Patek Philippe.

For the finishing touch we have equipped it with a brand new leather strap making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

Included with the purchase is a one-year international warranty on the movement and its function and a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity.

• Manufacturer: Movado
• Country of origin: Switzerland
• Case no.: T249891
• Year built: c. 1940's
• Model: Ref. 44776
• Functions: Hours, Minutes, Day, Date, Month, Subsidiary Seconds
• Designed for: Men
• Case material: 14K gold
• Case markings (inside): Movado, Wadsworth, 14K Gold, T249891, 44776, note several hand-engraved watchmaker's marks showing a service history
• Dimensions: 30.7mm diameter (excluding crown), 39.8mm long lug tip-to-tip
• Case condition: Its case is in excellent condition. It has four light symmetrical pin prick indentions in the back. The lugs still retain strong chamfers on top. On the wrist it presents in excellent condition.
• Dial: Two-tone silver, signed Movado, luminous Arabic indices, auxiliary seconds dial, outer graduation for the days of the month, apertures for the days of the week and the months, original and untouched, excellent condition and warmed to a sepia tone.
• Hands: Original blackened luminous batons with red-tipped date hand
• Movement type: Cal. 470, nickel-plated, 15 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance
• Movement markings: Movado Factories, Swiss Made, 15 Jewels
• Jewels: 15 rubies
• Band: Leather, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn
• Width between lugs: 17mm
• Crystal: Acrylic, mint condition
• Servicing: One of our Master Watchmakers has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components, reassembling and lubricating the movement, straightening out the bushing in the month wheel, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $795 value).
• Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. We have also tested it on a machine that spins the watch in all directions simulating it being worn on the wrist, and it is keeping perfect time like a new Patek Philippe.
• Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details.
• Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity
• Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee for all of our watches. If you are in any way unsatisfied with the watch we will fully refund the purchase price anytime within 7 days after the watch has been received. Our goal is to exceed our client's expectations throughout the buying experience.

All watches are packaged carefully and mailed double boxed in specially constructed, reinforced shipping boxes designed for high value items. All watches are sent fully insured with signature required. Most of our domestic shipping is done through FedEx. At times we will also use USPS Express Mail, and we can accommodate most requests for your preferred carrier. International shipments are sent USPS International Express Mail or FedEx.

The purchase price will be the declared value of the merchandise on any required customs forms. The payment of all customs duties, tariffs, and taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.

Also note that water resistance of vintage watches can no longer be guaranteed and is not covered under the watch's warranty. We do not recommend getting a vintage watch wet, even one that was originally designed to be waterproof.

To get an idea of how this watch will look on the wrist, please use the Watch Sizing Guide