27th Feb, 2018 11:30

Watches

 
Lot 866
 

GENTLEMAN'S BUREN 'GRAND PRIX' MANUAL WIND WRIST WATCH signed Grand Prix movement, the round white dial with Arabic numerals, sunken subsidiary seconds at 6, outer seconds track, 24mm cushion shaped case, with inscription dated 1954 to the caseback, on a generic strap, lacking box

 

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 £25
Estimated at £30 - £50


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.

Not in working condition at the present time - has been overwound.
In very heavily worn condition.
Case is very heavily discoloured.
Acrylic is heavily scuffed with small chips throughout.
Dial is dirty, discoloured and pitted, especially in the centre.
The markers have lost most of their paintwork.
Both hands intact - heavily worn.
Generic crown intact with the hands changing as they should.
Strap very heavily worn.
Buckle discoloured.
Personal inscription to the caseback which reads:
'Imperial Chemical Industries Ltd. Presented to G.Park. 25 years service. 1954'

 
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