Vintage West End Watch Co · Swiss · Automatic
West End Watch Sowar Prima
- Automatic
- West End
- Sowar Prima
- Swiss
- Cream dial
- Stainless steel
One piece · available in store
Serviced & tested Honest vintage condition Inspect in store





A vintage West End Watch Co automatic self-winding watch with a cream dial with Arabic numerals in a steel case. One original vintage West End Watch Co, serviced and tested, available to buy in store in Chennai.
At a glance
West End Watch Sowar Prima is a vintage Swiss West End Watch Co automatic self-winding watch with a cream dial with Arabic numerals in a steel case. West End Watch Co, founded in 1886 to bring Swiss watches to India, is famous for the Sowar line worn by the British Indian Army and on the Indian railways. Sowar means cavalry soldier. It has honest vintage wear; one original piece at Clock House in north Chennai. Ask us for the price.
Specifications
- Brand
- West End Watch Co (Switzerland)
- Model
- West End Watch Co automatic (reference confirmed in store)
- Type
- Automatic self-winding watch
- Movement
- Swiss automatic (confirmed in store)
- Winding
- Automatic, self-winding
- Functions
- Hours, minutes, central seconds. No date.
- Dial
- cream dial with Arabic numerals
- Case
- Stainless steel
- Era
- Vintage; build date confirmed from the caseback in store
- Condition
- Honest vintage wear, original and unrestored
More about this West End Watch Co Sowar Prima
A vintage West End Watch Co
West End Watch Co, founded in 1886 to bring Swiss watches to India, is famous for the Sowar line worn by the British Indian Army and on the Indian railways. Sowar means cavalry soldier.
Dating and originality
We read the caseback markings, serial and movement in person to confirm the model and build date, and to give you an honest view of originality before you buy.
The West End Watch Co story behind this watch
Swiss character
Mid-century Swiss makers like this built characterful, well-made watches that have aged into honest, wearable vintage pieces.
Value comes down to originality and condition: a clean, original dial and a sound movement matter most.

A vintage West End Watch Co, honest and original, confirmed in store.
Condition & authenticity
Honest vintage, openly described
- Honest vintage wear: the case and dial carry age.
- We confirm the movement and originality in store, and check that the self-winding movement runs.
- The bracelet or strap may be a later replacement. The caseback and movement are read in person, so we give you an honest view of the model and originality.
- Water resistance on a watch this age is historical labelling only.


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Questions about the West End Watch Co Sowar Prima
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What is the West End Watch Sowar Prima?+
It is a vintage Swiss West End Watch Co automatic self-winding watch. West End Watch Co, founded in 1886 to bring Swiss watches to India, is famous for the Sowar line worn by the British Indian Army and on the Indian railways. Sowar means cavalry soldier.
Is it automatic or hand-wound?+
It is automatic (self-winding). We confirm the exact caliber from the movement in store.
How much is a vintage West End Watch Co worth and what is the price?+
Value depends on authenticity, condition and the model. We do not publish the price online. Message us on WhatsApp or visit the shop for the price and an honest quote on this exact piece.
Where can I buy a vintage West End Watch Co watch in Chennai?+
We sell vintage West End Watch Co and other watches in store at Clock House in Kodungaiyur, north Chennai. This West End Watch Sowar Prima is in stock now. Message us on WhatsApp or visit the shop.
Can you service my vintage West End Watch Co?+
Yes. We service and restore vintage watches, including West End Watch Co pieces, at our Kodungaiyur workshop in north Chennai. We quote the work before we begin.
Interested in this West End Watch Co Sowar Prima?
One piece, in store in Vyasarpadi, north Chennai. Message us and ask for a quote, or come in to see it.



