Movado Kingmatic Vintage 1960s Auto 28J Beige Dial Silver Mesh Watch.
$ 184.8
Description
Movado Kingmatic Vintage 1960s Auto 28J Beige Dial Silver Mesh Watch. . Movado has long been regarded as one of Switzerland’s finest watchmakers, known for precision engineering and elegant design. This example pairs that horological pedigree with an irreplaceable personal and historical narrative. This rare and deeply personal piece of American fraternal and military history. This vintage Movado wristwatch bears an engraved inscription to H. J. Evenskaas from BPOE Lodge 240 — the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks in Butte, Montana — dated 1961–1962. The inscription points to a remarkable story. Research suggests this watch was presented to the father of a soldier lost in the Korean War, gifted by his fellow Elks as an act of community recognition and remembrance. Butte’s Elks Lodge 240 has been a cornerstone of that community since 1906, and the organization has honored veterans and their families since 1917. The 1961–1962 date corresponds to a single Lodge term year, consistent with a formal ceremonial presentation. The surname Evenskaas is of Scandinavian origin and uncommon, making this watch potentially traceable to a specific Butte family — a rare quality in a piece like this. Movado has long been regarded as one of Switzerland’s finest watchmakers, known for precision engineering and elegant design. This example pairs that horological pedigree with an irreplaceable personal and historical narrative. Condition: Very Good with a nice Patina dial Movement: automatic and running Includes: Watch only, no box or papers A meaningful find for collectors of vintage watches, fraternal organization history, Montana memorabilia, or Korean War-era Americana. The story alone is worth preserving.
