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 and lugs have light scratches. The case and lugs have been lightly polished. The top of the lug at 5 o'clock has some small nicks. The numbers are visible between the lugs, but partially rubbed. The back of the lugs have scratches and show evidence of the bracelet. The case back has light scratches. The inside of the case back is stamped '6564' and 'I.56' indicating its production in the first quarter of 1956. The inside of the case back has watchmaker's marks. The dial has yellowed slightly with age. There is a darker circular area around the base of the hands. There is a spot on the dial near 7 o'clock. The luminous hour plots have all completely darkened with age. The hour markers have light scratches and have developed patina. The hands have developed patina. The hands appear to be later replacements. The end links are marked '574' and the bracelet '62510H' and 'A 4.' The bracelet is a later replacement. The bracelet has light scratches and little stretch. 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.