Eska Watches

Eska Watches

Eska isn’t flashy. It’s not famous. But if you’ve been around vintage long enough, you’ve probably seen the name — maybe on a crisp dial, a sharp case,

or tucked inside a watch box marked “Dad’s old one.”

This is pure mid-century Swiss mechanical charm — forgotten by most, remembered fondly by those who’ve handled one.

A Little History

Eska was founded in 1918 by S. & E. Kocher in Grenchen, Switzerland. The name itself is a phonetic nod to the founder's initials: S. K. → Eska.

The brand produced mechanical watches throughout the 20th century — peaking in the post-war years with classic dress models, triple calendar

moonphases, and stylish automatics that mirrored the trends of the era.

Like many smaller Swiss houses, Eska didn’t survive the quartz crisis with any major global footprint. But what they left behind? A catalog of beautifully

made watches that now float quietly through the vintage market.

What Collectors Love

Eska hits all the right notes for under-the-radar vintage collecting:

  • Slim manual-winds with sub-seconds or center-seconds and clean printed dials

  • Triple date moonphases — often using the revered Felsa 693 or Valjoux 90-style movements

  • Gold-capped or stainless steel dress watches with great proportions and mid-century detailing

  • Some funky 1970s cushion cases and integrated bracelet models if you like a little edge

Movements were Swiss ébauche (FHF, AS, ETA) and well-finished for their tier. You’ll often find signed crowns, embossed casebacks, and dials that have

aged just right.

Why Eska Is a Vintage Sleeper

Because it delivers serious charm for not much money.

Unlike brands with artificially inflated vintage markets, Eska is still discoverable. The quality is real. The design language is classic. And the watches

wear beautifully — especially the 34–36mm models that just feel right on the wrist today.

Plus, there’s enough variety — from minimal three-handers to full calendar complications — to make collecting Eska its own little rabbit hole.

What’s Out There Now

Only vintage. Eska hasn’t been active as a brand in decades, and there’s no modern revival (thankfully).

On the secondary market, you’ll find:

  • Manual-wind dress watches (34–36mm)

  • Automatic date models with period-correct typography and markers

  • The occasional triple calendar moonphase — these are the grails

  • And some sharp ladies’ watches with lovely dials and thin profiles

Look closely and you’ll see the quality — signed cases, sharp fonts, vintage lume, and movements that still tick strong after 60 years.

Fed’s Take

I’ve had a few Eskas pass through Delray, and every time, I think the same thing: “Why aren’t more people hunting these?”

They’ve got the DNA — classic design, good movements, Swiss quality — and they’re not hyped. That means you can still find an honest vintage

moonphase or a killer three-hander for the price of a modern quartz watch from a department store.

If you’re a collector who’s in it for the joy of the hunt, Eska is gold.

Check Out Our Eska Inventory

Delray Watch is always on the lookout for unique Eska watches — especially triple calendar moonphase and manual-wind dress models.

If you have an Eska watch you’re ready to sell or trade – reach out. We’re always buying.

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