Brand: Custom / Vintage Molnija Movement
Movement: Mechanical Hand-Winding (Cal. 3602/3601 base)
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Case Size: ~44mm – 45mm (excluding crown)
Lug Width: 22mm
Dial: Openwork Skeleton with Masonic & Skull Motifs
Display Caseback: Yes (See-through back)
Strap: Black Leather with Steel Buckle
Description:
Up for sale is a unique, custom-crafted Masonic & Memento Mori Skeleton Wristwatch, created as a marriage watch conversion using an original vintage Soviet pocket watch movement (Serial #289918).
The Concept & Imagery…
This timepiece blends two iconic symbolic traditions:
Freemasonry: Prominently featuring the classic Square and Compasses emblem rendered in bold red inlay over the operating balance wheel at the 9 o'clock position.
Memento Mori ("Remember You Must Die"): Dominated by a solid Skull and Crossbones relief over the 3 o'clock position, framed by a Gothic skeletonized chapter ring. This serves as a classic horological reminder of time's passage and mortality.
The backside pays homage to the Dudley Masonic Pocket Watch and carefully incorporates the slipper within the motif.
Craftsmanship & Case Features…
Hand-Engraved Skeleton Movement: The entire base caliber has been meticulously cut away and hand-engraved with floral filigree scrollwork across the bridges and mainplate.
Custom Skull Lugs: Unlike standard conversion cases, this model features custom-cast skull lugs anchoring the band, matching the theme of the dial.
Deep Case Engraving: The outer bezel and side walls are carved with matching scrollwork motifs.
Dual Display Crystals: Clear crystals on both front and back show the manual-wind mechanical movement from every angle.
Condition & Notes
Condition: Pre-owned, excellent aesthetics, but watch is would completely and will only run for a few seconds. It will need servicing/cleaning if you are going to wear this one.
Strap: Fitted with a clean black leather strap with contrast stitching.
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