Guns & Militaria
Lot 2178b:
Description
This 21 jewel, brass back chronometer is serial numbered on outer wood box and inside watch 2186922. Our research shows it to be made in 1918. It appears to keep very good time from our testing. All parts of watch and both wood case show some gentle age and wear. The outer blue cushion shows some fading but no mothing. Outside condition of watch is good with very gentle age and brass discoloration. Crystal is scratch free but does have 5 small chips along the edges (see pictures). Watch’s Wood case, hinges and fitting are in good condition. The case has shows wear and scuffs. The leather strap is missing. Both box and bottom are bare wood. The movement serial number matches the box serial number. There are no keys. Another nice example of American time pieces. NOTE: this is from the estate of WWII-Korean War KIA grouping from his time in Navy service on submarines in WWII.
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