27th Feb, 2018 11:30

Watches

 
  Lot 857
 

TWO EARLY TWENTIETH CENTURY FULL HUNTER GOLD PLATED KEYLESS WIND POCKET WATCHES one with a round white enamel dial with Roman numerals in black, sunken subsidiary seconds at 6, outer seconds track, 50mm case; the other with a round white enamel dial with Arabic numerals in black, sunken subsidiary seconds at 6, outer seconds track, 49mm case

 

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 £100
Estimated at £70 - £100


Condition Report
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.

Arabic example:
In working condition at the present time - currently ticking.
In worn condition with scratches all over.
Dust specs under the acrylic.
Face is cracked through the 10 and 11 hour markers.
Two deep scratches to the inner case.
Deep gouges to the bezel around the acrylic.
Deep gouges to all openings.
All covers heavily scratched.

Roman example:
Not in working condition - has been overwound.
In worn condition with scratches all over.
Screw holding the hands together has rusted - rust flakes on the dial.
Front cover hinge is broken at one point.
All covers heavily scratched.

 
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