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 and is full. The case has few small nicks throughout, commensurate with a watch this age. The numbers are crisp between the lugs. The back of the lugs have scratches and show evidence of the bracelet. The case back is in good condition with few small nicks. The inside of the case back is stamped '16750,' and has watchmaker's markers. The bezel, insert, and crown are in good condition. The bezel is a service replacement. The dial and hands are in good condition and appear to be early service replacements. The luminous material at the hour markers and in the hands matches in color and has aged to a nice, deep yellow. The luminous material in the hour hand has cracks. There is a small mark on the dial above the base of the hands and one small scratch between 1 and 2 o'clock. The crystal has scratches. The end links are marked '580' and the bracelet '78360.' The code on the clasp of the bracelet indicates that the bracelet is correct. The bracelet is in good condition with scratches. The quick-set date and GMT are working at the time of cataloguing. The crown is a bit sticky. 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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