21st May, 2019 12:30

The Watches Auction

 
  Lot 771
 

TWO SILVER TRENCH WATCHES

GENTLEMAN'S GLOW WORM TRENCH WATCH,
the round white dial with Arabic numerals, 12 in red, sunken subsidiary seconds at 6, railroad outer seconds track, 33mm case with initials and inscription 'From E.B.S.M. 22.3.13' to the caseback, on a generic brown leather strap; along with another gentleman's trench watch, the round white dial with Arabic numerals, sunken subsidiary seconds at 6, railroad outer seconds track, 34mm case, on generic black leather strap (2)

 

The condition of watches offered at auction varies widely due to factors including age, possible restoration, repair and general wear and tear. Condition reports relate to watches’ condition at the time of inspection by McTear’s specialists, McTear’s cannot guarantee watches to function beyond that point. Watches are not tested in house for accuracy, duration or water tightness. Buyers should assume that all watches purchased will require regular servicing to be useable and reliable. If McTear’s have been unable to open a watch case safely, the completeness and functionality of the movement within cannot be commented on or guaranteed. McTear’s cannot offer any form of guarantee that movements and/or all component parts are original to any watch.

 

Sold for £180
Estimated at £80 - £120


Condition Report

GLOW WORM:
Ticking at the present time.
In worn condition.
Case scratced and discoloured.
Acrylic scratched.
Dial marked, multiple hairline cracks present.
All hands intact.
Crown intact; hands changing.
Strap in good condition.
Personal inscription to reverse caseback.

OTHER:
Ticking at the present time.
In worn condition.
Case scratched and discoloured.
Acrylic in fair condition.
Hairline crack to dial.
Losses to the paint on numerals.
All hands intact.
Strap in good condition.

 
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