Vintage 1960s Citizen Alarm Date Para 40M — 21 Jewels Mechanical Watch

Established in 1918, Citizen stands at the forefront of horological innovation, renowned for its pioneering approach to precision engineering and sustainable watchmaking. As a vertically integrated manufacturer, Citizen controls the entire production process — from movement development to final assembly — ensuring superior quality and technological advancement in every timepiece.

A hallmark of Citizen’s legacy is the groundbreaking Eco-Drive technology, introduced in 1976 — an industry-first light-powered movement capable of converting any light source, natural or artificial, into energy. This innovation effectively eliminates the need for battery replacement, redefining energy efficiency in wristwatches.

Citizen has also made significant strides in high-accuracy quartz (HAQ) movements, atomic timekeeping, GPS-synchronized watches.

Driven by the philosophy of “Better Starts Now,” Citizen continues to merge cutting-edge technology with refined Japanese craftsmanship, producing timepieces that are both functionally advanced and aesthetically enduring.

What's on offer

Step back in time with this stunning 1960s Citizen Alarm Date — a true classic from Japan’s golden era of watchmaking. Crafted with timeless design and functional elegance, this vintage piece embodies style, utility, and craftsmanship.

Housed in a durable 38mm silver stainless steel case with a sleek 46mm lug-to-lug height, this watch wears beautifully on the wrist while maintaining that distinct vintage character. The 18mm lug width is fitted with a black leather adjustable strap, adding a refined contrast to the brushed steel case.

The silver dial features sharp black indices and matching black hands for excellent legibility, complemented by a date window at 3 o’clock. The dual crown configuration — one for time setting and the other for the mechanical alarm — adds both function and flair, anchored by a clean silver bezel.

Inside beats a reliable 21 jewel manual-wind movement, celebrated for its mechanical alarm complication — an uncommon and desirable feature of its time. The plexiglass crystal gives it that authentic vintage warmth, while the Para 40M marking hints at its water resistance from an era gone by.

It has 1 small scratch on the glass, a tiny amount of damage on the dial and indices and a little bit, the watch after the photographs has been cleaned so any of the debris or blemishes you see on the caseback have been removed.

A perfect addition for collectors, enthusiasts, or anyone who appreciates vintage Japanese watchmaking. Stylish, functional, and undeniably cool — this Citizen Alarm Date is a timeless conversation starter.