拍品的状况可能存在极大差异，而由于其性质使然，拍品难以处于完美无瑕的状态。拍品均以拍卖时的状况出售。

The original dial has a wonderful patina. Throughout with slight scratches. The blue and green graphics of the scales are slightly blurred, but still legible. The original hands have some colour splintering, with slight surface scratches and slight oxidation signs. The case with slight surface wear throughout, polished some time ago. Slight scratches from improper opening of the timepiece between the bezel, case centre and case back. Slight colour chipping on the numeral 12 of the bezel. Case back bears an engraved inscription of "A.J.F. 17-XII-43. The fixed bars between the lugs are slightly bent, but do not hinder the fastening of a strap in any way. In generally good condition for its age. The movement is in working order at the time of cataloguing, consistent with the age of the watch. The movement has not been tested for accuracy. A service is strongly recommended.