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Lot Essay
Here we have a single-button chronograph that was supplied to the Royal Canadian Navy. The attractive white dial is luminous, as are the hands, and the case back has a military engraving. At 38mm, this watch is very desirable with its military connection and single-button chronograph complication. Military issued watches are highly sought after and to find one with such a complication and at a large size in original condition is getting harder every day. When comparing this watch to other military issued timepieces, there is great value to be had here.
According to OMEGA, an Extract cannot be issued for this watch because the movement is supplied by Lemania and they do not have access to those archives.
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Condition report
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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 is in good condition with scratches. There is a small nick on the top of the 5 o'clock lug. The case back has a couple deeper scratches. The dial and hands appear to be original. The dial has some scratches and has developed a patina. The minutes hand has turned black. This watch reads strong on the Geiger counter indicating the luminous material is original. The crown shows signs of wear. The case back is engraved, "RCN CAS-1 SERIAL NO. HA-62-1332 6W/16." 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.
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Lot 29Sale 17562
OMEGA, ROYAL CANADIAN NAVY, SINGLE-BUTTON CHRONOGRAPHEstimate: USD 6,000 - 8,000
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