This watch has been in my family for decades. I suspect my grandfather bought it new.
I do not have the means to remove the back and check the movement for the details required to post this. Looking through the site I am guessing this is pre 1950 as I am unable to find the aformentioned case markings used after 1949.
It appears to be keeping time, but setting it is a bit finicky...it feels as though the stem is slipping and the hands do not move consistently with gentle turns.
Thanks for any help
Chris
What a wonderful keepsake from your grandfather. If you plan to honor him by wearing it I recommend a full professional service. Depending on where you live we might be able to recommend someone.
I've looked and looked, I don't find a match. I think it's a 1941 model based on the serial but I would really like to see a photo of the inside of the case back and a photo of the movement. If you aren't comfortable removing it, is it possible to get it somewhere that can remove the back and let you photograph it?
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Thank you, I have just returned home to Knoxville, Tennessee after 30years away. If you have any suggestions for a place to have it serviced I would appreciate it. If not I will ask at a reputable small jeweler I have known for ages. They should also be able to open the back at least long enough to get a few pictures. Thanks Again! Chris
Thanks everyone for the information so far! Would appreciate any reputable places to have it serviced here in Knoxville, Tennessee. The only place I have a relationship with is a mom and pop place that's been around for decades (Pardon's on Broadway) if I don't hear anything else I will check there, I trust they will steer me in the right direction if they can't service it safely.
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