1965 Gilbert Spy Watch
Spy watches weren't only for the fictional British Secret Service, Gilbert built a surprisingly innovative mechanical wristwatch for factual kids. A mystery dial featured a disk with a hole cut out revealing the 'jump' digital hour, analog hands, world time (necessary feature for spies) and best of all, secret sliding sighting lenses. Good condition models go for over $500 now.
A.C. Gilbert Toy Company built their empire with the Erector Set in 1911.
A.C. Gilbert Toy Company built their empire with the Erector Set in 1911.
Sighting lenses
Original packaging
Gilbert offered many other 007 toys
A mysterious 007 wristwatch by Moeris
Auctioned November 12th by Antiquorum
