The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.

The case has scratches and small nicks. The case has been lightly polished. The numbers are faint between the lugs and the reference number between the 6 o'clock lug has a scratch through the bottom of it. The tops of the lugs at 7 and 11 o'clock have scratches. The bottom edge of the case near the 11 o'clock has a nick. The back of the lugs show signs of wear and especially the back of the 11 o'clock lug. The case back has scratches and appears to have been lightly polished. The inside of the case back is stamped '6542' and 'IV.55' indicating its production in the fourth quarter of 1955. The inside of the case back has watchmaker's marks. The bezel is an aftermarket replacement. The dial has crazing throughout. The luminous material at the hour markers has darkened with age. The hands appear to be relumed. The luminous material in the minute hand has a hole in it and there is small hole in the lume of the hour hand at the tip. The date wheel is alternating colors; red and black. The end links are marked '58' and the bracelet '3, 56,' indicating its production in the third quarter of 1956. The bracelet is in good condition with scratches. The date changes as the hands pass midnight. The movement is in working order at the time of cataloging, consistent with the age of the watch. The movement has not been tested for accuracy. A service is recommended given the age of the watch.