Make: Ernest Borel
Model: Kaleidoscope mystery dial
Year: 1989
Movement: Mechanical manual wind
Box and papers: Yes, complete set
Case: 25mm gold plated
Dial: Kaleidoscope mystery dial
Bracelet/Strap: Black leather
Condition: Vintage, unworn
Warranty: 6 month RHW warranty
A Mesmerising Mechanical Time Capsule from 1989
Ernest Borel has long been celebrated for creativity and romance in Swiss watchmaking, and few designs capture that spirit better than its kaleidoscope mystery dials. Unlike conventional watches, these pieces transform timekeeping into a visual experience—using rotating discs beneath the dial to create hypnotic patterns as the watch is wound.
This ladies’ mechanical wind example is especially special. Purchased new in San Francisco in 1989, it has remained unworn ever since, complete with its original box and original sales paperwork—a true time capsule that connects Swiss ingenuity with a moment in late-1980s Americana.
Why You’ll Love It
• Kaleidoscope Dial: A rotating, multi-disc display that comes alive when the watch is wound—playful, artistic, and utterly unique.
• Dot Hour Indices & Red Arrow Hands: Clear, graphic details that contrast beautifully against the moving dial.
• Mechanical Wind Movement: Old-school charm with a tactile, engaging winding experience.
• Unworn Since 1989: Preserved exactly as it left the retailer more than three decades ago.
• Original Box & San Francisco Paperwork: Rare provenance that elevates collectability.
• Elegant 25mm Gold-Tone Case: Perfectly proportioned for the wrist; distinctive without being overstated.
• Outstanding Value: At £500, an exceptional opportunity to own a truly different piece of Swiss watch history.
Iconic Status
Ernest Borel’s kaleidoscope watches occupy a unique niche in horology. They’re not about status or hype—they’re about joy, movement, and design-led creativity. Collectors are increasingly drawn to these pieces for their originality and mechanical theatre, especially when found in untouched condition with full provenance like this example.
Ready to Make It Yours?
For £500, this unworn 1989 Ernest Borel kaleidoscope watch offers rarity, charm, and genuine mechanical intrigue—complete with its original box and San Francisco sales paperwork.
Visit us at our new home inside Martin & Martin, 30 High Street, St Peter Port, Guernsey.
Buy online or book a private appointment to view this watch in person. Flexible payment options include:
• Apple Pay and all major debit and credit cards, payable directly on our website or your mobile device
• Bank transfers for a smooth transaction
• Secure email payment links
• In-person card payments available in-store and by private appointment
• Book a private appointment via our website
As with all our watches, this piece has been checked against the Watch Register, ensuring it has not been reported lost or stolen. A Watch Register certificate is included for your peace of mind.
A joyful, kinetic slice of late-20th-century Swiss design—rare, unworn, and irresistibly charming.
Make: Ernest Borel
Model: Kaleidoscope mystery dial
Year: 1989
Movement: Mechanical manual wind
Box and papers: Yes, complete set
Case: 25mm gold plated
Dial: Kaleidoscope mystery dial
Bracelet/Strap: Black leather
Condition: Vintage, unworn
Warranty: 6 month RHW warranty
A Mesmerising Mechanical Time Capsule from 1989
Ernest Borel has long been celebrated for creativity and romance in Swiss watchmaking, and few designs capture that spirit better than its kaleidoscope mystery dials. Unlike conventional watches, these pieces transform timekeeping into a visual experience—using rotating discs beneath the dial to create hypnotic patterns as the watch is wound.
This ladies’ mechanical wind example is especially special. Purchased new in San Francisco in 1989, it has remained unworn ever since, complete with its original box and original sales paperwork—a true time capsule that connects Swiss ingenuity with a moment in late-1980s Americana.
Why You’ll Love It
• Kaleidoscope Dial: A rotating, multi-disc display that comes alive when the watch is wound—playful, artistic, and utterly unique.
• Dot Hour Indices & Red Arrow Hands: Clear, graphic details that contrast beautifully against the moving dial.
• Mechanical Wind Movement: Old-school charm with a tactile, engaging winding experience.
• Unworn Since 1989: Preserved exactly as it left the retailer more than three decades ago.
• Original Box & San Francisco Paperwork: Rare provenance that elevates collectability.
• Elegant 25mm Gold-Tone Case: Perfectly proportioned for the wrist; distinctive without being overstated.
• Outstanding Value: At £500, an exceptional opportunity to own a truly different piece of Swiss watch history.
Iconic Status
Ernest Borel’s kaleidoscope watches occupy a unique niche in horology. They’re not about status or hype—they’re about joy, movement, and design-led creativity. Collectors are increasingly drawn to these pieces for their originality and mechanical theatre, especially when found in untouched condition with full provenance like this example.
Ready to Make It Yours?
For £500, this unworn 1989 Ernest Borel kaleidoscope watch offers rarity, charm, and genuine mechanical intrigue—complete with its original box and San Francisco sales paperwork.
Visit us at our new home inside Martin & Martin, 30 High Street, St Peter Port, Guernsey.
Buy online or book a private appointment to view this watch in person. Flexible payment options include:
• Apple Pay and all major debit and credit cards, payable directly on our website or your mobile device
• Bank transfers for a smooth transaction
• Secure email payment links
• In-person card payments available in-store and by private appointment
• Book a private appointment via our website
As with all our watches, this piece has been checked against the Watch Register, ensuring it has not been reported lost or stolen. A Watch Register certificate is included for your peace of mind.
A joyful, kinetic slice of late-20th-century Swiss design—rare, unworn, and irresistibly charming.
