INGERSOLL – Ingersoll Watch Company, one of the oldest American watchmakers, founded in 1882 by the two brothers Robert H. Ingersoll and his brother Charles. Pioneers of industry and invention in the field of watchmaking. Ingersoll & Disney Production. Disney Mickey Mouse watch is commonly considered by most people to be the first comic character wristwatch. Its history began in 1933, when the first Mickey Mouse watch was manufactured thanks to the Ingersoll and Disney partnership. Ingersoll then called U. Time and now Timex had the license to manufacture Disney watches from 1933 up until 1968. INGERSOLL – US TIME. Over +30 years, Ingersoll made several models and variations, due to the involvement of the United States in the WWII, Ingersoll ceased for three years the production of Mickey Mouse watches, from 1943 to 1945. In 1946, production started again, this time with a new type of tank (or rectangular) case with no second hand and a more modern Mickey Mouse image – following his evolution on the movies. This new model and a few more case variations were available until the early 1960s. Today, we have the honor to present a truly post-war timepiece, dated from 1948, this is a vintage Ingersoll – US Time Walt Disney Production Mickey Mouse wristwatch still featuring the original red two-piece leather (bottom) and plastic (top) strap. It is a manual wind watch powered by a standard pin lever escapement movement; U. This watch is a perfect addition to any Disney collection! After +70 years, this watch still has (in good condition) the original white dial depicting the Classic image of Mickey Mouse with animated hands minute and hour hands. After +70 years, it is still in good condition. Runs very well and keeps great time. Case 26.5×32.2. Case w/ Crown 29. Case Lug to Lug 38.4. The condition is pre-owned. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear but is fully operational and functions as intended. Please review the photos and feel free to ask any questions you may have. It will be carefully packed. Please view our other listings. Thank you for looking!