This vintage NORA Alarm wristwatch combines mid-century Swiss craftsmanship with one of the more uncommon and desirable complications in vintage horology: a mechanical alarm. Powered by a manual-wind 17-jewel caliber with Incabloc shock protection, it features twin crowns — one for time-setting, one to wind and arm the alarm — beneath a black dial with gold-tone Arabic numerals and a distinctive red-tipped alarm hand.
Highlights
Mechanical alarm complication — uncommon and desirable in vintage Swiss watches
17-jewel manual-wind caliber with Incabloc shock protection
Black dial with gold-tone Arabic numerals and red-tipped alarm hand
Dual crowns — time-setting and alarm arm/wind
Caseback engraved "Antimagnetic – Swiss Made – Stainless Steel Back – Waterproof"
Working Vintage Alarm Caliber
The watch is fitted with a 17-jewel Swiss manual-wind caliber featuring Incabloc shock protection and an integrated mechanical alarm. The alarm function is operational and audibly chimes when armed and triggered. The watch winds and runs smoothly; as with all vintage mechanicals, a service is recommended for long-term reliability.
Specifications
BRAND
NORA
MODEL
Alarm
TYPE
Wristwatch
GENDER
Men
STYLE
Classic
MOVEMENT
Manual-wind, 17 jewels, Incabloc, with alarm function
CASE MATERIAL
Gold-tone bezel, stainless steel caseback
DIAL
Black with gold-tone Arabic numerals and markers
HANDS
Gold-tone with patina, red-tipped alarm hand
CROWNS
Dual crowns (time-setting + alarm arm/wind)
CASEBACK
Engraved "Antimagnetic – Swiss Made – Stainless Steel Back – Waterproof"
STRAP
Dark brown crocodile-style leather (likely replacement)
WATER RESISTANCE
Not water resistant (untested)
WORKING CONDITION
Running and winding smoothly; alarm function operational
ITEM CONDITION
Pre-owned – Good
BOX & PAPERS
Not included
PRODUCTION PERIOD
Mid-20th century
Condition & Important Remarks
Watch is in working condition; alarm function is operational.
Case and hands show light wear, enhancing vintage charm.
Dial features attractive patina with well-preserved numerals and markers.
Leather strap is likely a replacement but suits the classic aesthetic.
As with all vintage watches, a service is recommended for long-term reliability.
Important Notice
*This vintage watch is in working condition but has not undergone recent servicing. As with all mechanical timepieces of its era, we recommend a service for daily use and do not guarantee waterproofing unless explicitly pressure tested.*
