Roamer Anfibio Rhodesian Army Issue

Why We Love It

Vintage watches are enchanting not purely because of their mechanical merits, but because of the stories that they often tell. 

And there are few stories more harrowing and inspiring than those of bravery under fire.

This particular Roamer Anfibio was issued to the Rhodesian Military and had been smuggled into South Africa sometime in the mid-1970s - denoted by the 'RA' stamp on the caseback. The watch features a 37mm steel cushion case with a matte black Tritium dial and matching handset, with a hand-cranking movement and fixed springbars. 

In many ways, this watch represents the reason that many collectors became interested in watches in the first place - a good story with a fair amount of mystery!

The Story

Roamer was founded in 1888 in the Swiss village of Solothurn. Like so many others, the brand churned out scores of solid, dependable mechanical watches during the 1900s (many using their own movements) until the Quartz Crisis of the 1970s forced it to close its doors. Some of its best-known lines included the Mustang and the Stingray.

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Analog:Shift stands behind the authenticity of our products in perpetuity.

Condition

Since our pieces are vintage or pre-owned, please expect wear & patina from usage and age. Please read each item description and examine all product images.

Warranty

We back each Analog:Shift vintage timepiece with a one-year mechanical warranty from the date of purchase.

International Buyers

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Most of our products are on hand and will ship directly from our headquarters in New York City. In some cases, watches will be shipped directly from one of our authorized partners.

We generally ship our products via FedEx, fully insured, within 5 business days of purchase. An adult signature is required for receipt of all packages for insurance purposes. Expedited shipping is available at an additional cost. We are also happy to hand deliver your purchase in Manhattan or you may pick it up at our showroom.

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We welcome international buyers, please contact us prior to purchase for additional details on shipping and payment options.