28th Nov, 2021 15:30

The Watches Auction

 
  Lot 765
 

A GENTLEMAN'S SMITHS MILITARY STAINLESS STEEL MANUAL WIND WRIST WATCH

GENTLEMAN'S SMITHS MILITARY STAINLESS STEEL MANUAL WIND WRIST WATCH,
dated 1970, the round black dial with broad arrow and Arabic hour markers, railroad outer seconds track in white, with lume outer hour markers and 'MADE IN ENGLAND' to the dial, 35mm case with broad arrow, W10/6645/-99-961-4045 and 2219/70 to the reverse, on a beige nylon strap

 

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 £750
Estimated at £500 - £700


Condition Report

MOVEMENT: Ticking at present.
WEAR: Generally worn. Previous nicks and scratches to the caseback. Some to the case and lugs.
DIAL: Some marks visible.
CRYSTAL/ACRYLIC: Generally scratched and scuffed.
HANDS & MARKERS: All intact. Discoloured consistent with age and use. Small crack to the lume on the hour hand.
CROWN: Intact, hands changing.
BRACELET/STRAP: Generally worn.


Case back could not be removed, additional images available 

 
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