October 29, 2012

<img src=http://www.nwlink.com/~holben/adverthammy.jpg> Founded in 1892, the Hamilton Watch Company of Lancaster, PA would not officially start producing watches until 1894. Its first chosen name was the “Columbian Watch Co.” but this had already been copyrighted by the Waterbury Company. The name Hamilton was then chosen - a tribute to Lancaster’s founding father, Mr. Andrew Hamilton, a Scottish-born attorney who was instrumental in the town’s growth.By 1908 Hamilton was producing a lady’s pendant (convertible) watch and, following the USA’s entry into WWI, a small line of military style wire lug trench watches were available for men. Hamilton never looked back, arguably producing the highest quality American made watches from the 1920s through the 1960s.I am pleased to offer for sale the following CRANSTON model from the Hamilton firm, a nicely sculpted, mid-century modern timepiece that was first introduced in 1952 (also the year this example dates to). This 10kt Yellow Gold filled wristwatch is in excellent condition and features a handsome black enamel dial with 18k solid gold numerals and hour markers.Triplesigned, it measures 37mm end to end and 22.5mm in width (24mm with winding crown). This works out to be just shy of 1-1/2 inches in length by 7/8 of an inch wide, not counting the crown. It is powered by its original and highergrade 19 jewel, manual wind mechanism that has been fully serviced by my watchmaker David to ensure it it winds and sets smoothly while keeping accurate time.The black enamel finished dial has been professionally restored and is in pristine condition. It features a 60 minute outer track border, applied 18kt Solid Gold numbers and diamond-shaped hour indicators, original Lance-style gold metal hands and a recessed subseconds dial with 60 second outer chapter and “sweep” gold seconds hand. Signed HAMILTON below the 12. What I really like about this model (and the Hamilton Boulton) is the round sub dial – most rectangular or square watches would have a matching shaped seconds dial but making it “round” like we see here truly adds a nice contrast.The solid glass crystal is in flawless condition, new old stock and made specifically for the Cranston model (removed in some photos to minimize glare). The 10 Karat Yellow Gold filled case is a beauty, finely sculpted and featuring “swooping” lugs. It is in excellent condition with no wear or brassing, perhaps a few small scratches. The matching gold finish winding crown is not marked but I strongly believe it to be original. It is in excellent order and winds and sets smoothly.Turning the watch over I note that the back lid is in excellent condition with no wear or engravings – perhaps a few light scratches. It is stamped “HAMILTON” at one edge and “10kt Gold Filled” on the opposite side. Inside I find a beautiful Nineteen Jewel movement (with fancy Geneva Striping) that is signed Hamilton – USA – 19 Jewels – [Grade] 753 with serial number 27226F. This serial number (as it related to the grade 753) dates the watch to 1952. The inside case lid is signed Cranston - Hamilton W. Co., Lancaster PA - 10K Gold Filled with reference number and case maker name (Star Watch Case Co.) below.This fine watch has been completely disassembled, cleaned, oiled and regulated to ensure it winds and sets smoothly while keeping accurate time. It comes fitted on a new and high quality 17 black crocodile (grain) calf leather strap with matching gold buckle, ready to wear and enjoy. All in all an excellent, ready to wear mid 20th century timepiece from America’s best wristwatch company – as good (and often better) quality than the well-known Swiss firms (such as Longines or Omega) of its day.<ul><li>Since 1998, Holben's Fine Watches' goal has been happy customers. I treat buyers as I like to be treated: with courtesy and respect. I’m especially proud of my excellent feedback and high number of repeat clients. I’m a long-standing member of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC), and have collected watches since I was a kid.</li><li>Watch sizes: I provide exact measurements in millimeters (the watch industry standard) and inches, and include a U.S. quarter in photos as a size reference. Draw the measurements on paper to help visualize the watch on your wrist. Remember, men’s watches from the 1910s - 1960s were smaller than considered normal today.</li><li>Buyers outside the United States with less than five feedback: Please introduce yourself via email PRIOR to bidding. Otherwise, your bid may be retracted. </li><li>U.S. winners pay $7.75 for fully insured, safely boxed USPS First-Class Mail shipping. Washington State residents (and those with shipping addresses in Washington State) add 8.6% sales tax.</li><li>Canadian bidders pay $16.00 for Registered Air Mail shipping with tracking (I cover the insurance) or $33 for EMS Global Express, a bit faster. International buyers pay $40.00 for EMS Global Express Mail with tracking and insurance. I do provide a Registered Air Mail shipping option ($18.00) to a few select countries, including the United Kingdom, France, Netherlands, Switzerland, Japan, Hong Kong and Taiwan. If you are an international buyer please wait until I invoice you with your shipping option(s).</li><li> International Buyers – Please Note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding. While I ship within 24 hours of receiving payment but your local custom authorities can delay the delivery of your package. As such, it can take anywhere from 7 days to 30 days before final delivery is made.</li><li>Payment is due within three days of auction end, unless you’ve contacted me prior to arrange otherwise. In accordance with eBay policy, payments not received in four days will initiate an unpaid item case through the Resolution Center.</li><li>In the rare event that a watch needs further service upon receipt, I ask that you return the wristwatch to me (or mailed to my watchmaker, David) at my expense. It will be corrected and quickly mailed back to you.</li> <li>If you like unique and collectible vintage or antique wristwatches, add holbensfinewatches to your Favorite Sellers. I specialize in American and Swiss timepieces from the 1900s – 1970s. My selection changes weekly, and is comprised of manual wind and automatic watches from the following categories: WWI trench; WWII; military; fancy case, art nouveau; art deco; mid-century modern; stainless steel; sterling silver; white, yellow and rose gold; solid gold; platinum; and diamond, ruby and/or sapphire ladies’ cocktail watches.</li> <table border="0" cellspacing="10"><tbody><tr><td><a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.nwlink.com/%7Eholben/bandlogo2.jpg" alt="Holben's-FineWatch-Bands"></a></td><td colspan="2"> Our sister store, <a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands"> Holben's Fine Watch Bands</a>, offers an extensive selection of straps including Bonetto Cinturini, deBeer, Di-Modell, Hadley-Roma, Hirsch and Staib; deployment clasps and buckles; metal bracelets; German military Bunds; UTC ballistic nylon G10; openended; James Bond striped, leather and woven NATOs; WWII canvas military; genuine and silicone rubber divers; carbon fiber; Kevlar; LORICA; Cordura; GT rally tropic perforated; alligator-, crocodile-, lizard-, ostrich-, shark- and buffalo-grain; chrono sport; riveted; waterproof / water resistant and woven/braided.</ul></td></tr></tbody></table> <li>As my pal Cautious Carl says, "Buy a Nice Watch from Mike"…keep in mind he’s about 110 (in human years) and doesn’t have all his marbles! <img src=http://www.nwlink.com/~holben/carl.jpg> <img src=http://www.nwlink.com/~holben/advertwittnauer.jpg> Founded by Swiss immigrant Albert Wittnauer in New York City, the Wittnauer Watch Company. became an official business in 1880, when the brand was “officially” introduced. Albert, along with his brother Louis (and later Emile) imported complete watches or just mechanisms from its Geneva, Switzerland factory. In 1889 the company ran its very first advertisement. Appearing in the twentieth anniversary issue of the Jewelers’ Weekly, the ad notes that the company sold both “plain and complicated” watches, suggesting that it was a source for chronographs and repeating watches.By the 20th century they were firmly established as providing watches, chronometers and military timing devices to the military, famed early explorers and the general public, and are on record for producing the first waterproof watch called the “All Proof” in 1918. Long associated with the Longines Watch Co. via a US partnership the firm is now owned by Bulova, once a great competitor.I am pleased to offer for sale the following vintage Wittnauer timepiece, an excellent and ORIGINAL men’s 10kt White Gold filled All Proof 1200 (“Diamond Aristocrat” Model 1076) that dates to ca 1960. This hermetic case watch is in original and immaculate shape, only the deBeer Europa band is new. Please note the genuine diamond settings on the dial, complemented by the faceted silver steel outer ring. When you add a fancy “notched” bezel to the picture you get one unique and amazing timepiece. When first introduced, both the Longines and Wittnauer All Proof 1200 watches were marketed as being extra thin and hermetically-sealed, making them better protected than most watches against common watch hazards.Quadruple-signed, this watch measures 39mm lug tip to lug tip and 33.5mm in width (35.5mm with original Wittnauer-signed steel winding crown). This works out to be just over 1-1/2 inches long by 1-5/16 inches wide, not including the original crown. It is powered by its original 17 jewel, manual wind Wittnauer Revue 76/3G caliber mechanism, the “Revue” series being Wittnauer’s finest. It has been fully serviced by my skilled watchmaker David prior to auction to ensure it winds and sets smoothly while keeping accurate time.The 100% original silver enamel dial is in pristine condition – untouched since it left the factory and without any flaws. It features a silver steel faceted outer track with projecting hour markers, genuine diamond markers in rhodium settings and original silver steel Baton-style hands. As this is a “dress” watch where elegance is the priority it lacks a sub-seconds or sweep seconds hand. Signed WITTNAUER below the 12 and further signed SWISS at the base of the dial.The original hardened acrylic crystal is in excellent, clear condition. The one-piece case (with removable bezel ring) is 10 Karat White Gold Filled and in excellent condition, truly immaculate folks and it has never been polished. The matching color winding crown (with male/female two-piece stem for movement removal) is stamped with the Wittnauer trademark and in excellent shape, winding and setting smoothly.Turning the watch over, I see that the back of the case is in excellent PLUS condition with absolutely no wear or engravings. It is stamped USE ALL PROOF WRENCH and also 1200. Being a one-piece case you access the mechanism by removing the crystal and then the dial/mechanism. The clean, three finger bridge mechanism is signed Wittnauer Watch Co. Inc., Swiss [Caliber] 76/3G Revue – Seventeen 17 Jewels, AXA. The inside of the case is stamped [Model] 1076 – Longines Wittnauer Watch Co., Inc., New York, Geneva, Montreal – S&W – 10K Gold Filled - 919445. The initials “S&W” stand for Schwab & Wuischpard, prominent American case makers (still in business today as Wuishpard).This watch has been fully serviced (disassembled, cleaned, oiled and regulated) to ensure it winds and sets smoothly while keeping accurate time. It comes fitted on a new 18mm black deBeer Paris ostrich grain hand crafted calf leather Swiss strap with matching chrome steel buckle. All in all a close to NEW OLD STOCK condition watch where only the band is new – I think you’re going to really like this “Diamond Aristocrat” model! <ul><li>Since 1998, Holben's Fine Watches' goal has been happy customers. I treat buyers as I like to be treated: with courtesy and respect. I’m especially proud of my excellent feedback and high number of repeat clients. I’m a long-standing member of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC), and have collected watches since I was a kid.</li><li>Watch sizes: I provide exact measurements in millimeters (the watch industry standard) and inches, and include a U.S. quarter in photos as a size reference. Draw the measurements on paper to help visualize the watch on your wrist. Remember, men’s watches from the 1910s - 1960s were smaller than considered normal today.</li><li>Buyers outside the United States with less than five feedback: Please introduce yourself via email PRIOR to bidding. Otherwise, your bid may be retracted. </li><li>U.S. winners pay $7.75 for fully insured, safely boxed USPS First-Class Mail shipping. Washington State residents (and those with shipping addresses in Washington State) add 8.6% sales tax.</li><li>Canadian bidders pay $16.00 for Registered Air Mail shipping with tracking (I cover the insurance) or $33 for EMS Global Express, a bit faster. International buyers pay $38.00 for EMS Global Express Mail with tracking and insurance. I do provide a Registered Air Mail shipping option ($18.00) to a few select countries, including the United Kingdom, France, Netherlands, Switzerland, Japan, Hong Kong and Taiwan. If you are an international buyer please wait until I invoice you with your shipping option(s).</li><li> International Buyers – Please Note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding. While I ship within 24 hours of receiving payment but your local custom authorities can delay the delivery of your package. As such, it can take anywhere from 7 days to 30 days before final delivery is made.</li><li>Payment is due within three days of auction end, unless you’ve contacted me prior to arrange otherwise. In accordance with eBay policy, payments not received in four days will initiate an unpaid item case through the Resolution Center.</li><li>In the rare event that a watch needs further service upon receipt, I ask that you return the wristwatch to me (or mailed to my watchmaker, David) at my expense. It will be corrected and quickly mailed back to you.</li> <li>If you like unique and collectible vintage or antique wristwatches, add holbensfinewatches to your Favorite Sellers. I specialize in American and Swiss timepieces from the 1900s – 1970s. My selection changes weekly, and is comprised of manual wind and automatic watches from the following categories: WWI trench; WWII; military; fancy case, art nouveau; art deco; mid-century modern; stainless steel; sterling silver; white, yellow and rose gold; solid gold; platinum; and diamond, ruby and/or sapphire ladies’ cocktail watches.</li> <table border="0" cellspacing="10"><tbody><tr><td><a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.nwlink.com/%7Eholben/bandlogo2.jpg" alt="Holben's-FineWatch-Bands"></a></td><td colspan="2"> Our sister store, <a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands"> Holben's Fine Watch Bands</a>, offers an extensive selection of straps including Bonetto Cinturini, deBeer, Di-Modell, Hadley-Roma, Hirsch and Staib; deployment clasps and buckles; metal bracelets; German military Bunds; UTC ballistic nylon G10; openended; James Bond striped, leather and woven NATOs; WWII canvas military; genuine and silicone rubber divers; carbon fiber; Kevlar; LORICA; Cordura; GT rally tropic perforated; alligator-, crocodile-, lizard-, ostrich-, shark- and buffalo-grain; chrono sport; riveted; waterproof / water resistant and woven/braided.</ul></td></tr></tbody></table> <li>As my pal Cautious Carl says, "Buy a Nice Watch from Mike"…keep in mind he’s about 110 (in human years) and doesn’t have all his marbles! src=http://www.nwlink.com/~holben/carl.jpg> <img <img src=http://www.nwlink.com/~holben/advertelgin.jpg> My longtime favorite U.S. watch company is the Elgin National Watch Company, a prolific American firm established in 1864 on 35 acres of land donated by the City of Elgin, Illinois. It was a strategic location, right next to the Galena and Chicago Union Railroad, one of the busiest railways into Chicago, and the Elgin factory would become the focal point of the town.By 1867 the first watch was marketed for sale, retailing for $115 (an amazing sum in today’s dollars) and Elgin was soon competing head-on with its chief competitor, Waltham, who (ironically) were instrumental in forming Elgin, as two of the original organizers were P.S. Bartlett and D.G. Currier, previously of Waltham firm. Bartlett and Currier would later join the Illinois Watch Co. of Springfield.If you have been looking for a ladies Art Deco Tank style watch that is a bit “different” from the rest I think you might be interested in the following model. It is a ladies doctors dial (or nurses) model from 1937, introduced at the same time as the men’s Dr. William Osler model and very similar in design (albeit smaller). William Osler was a famed Canadian physician and one of the "Big Four" founding professors at Johns Hopkins Hospital as the first Professor of Medicine and founder of the Medical Service there.This fully signed timepiece is in excellent condition, its 10kt Yellow Gold filled wire lug case measuring 30mm lug tip to lug tip and 17mm in width (18.5mm with original crown). This works out to be 1-3/16 inches long by 5/8 of an inch wide and it is attached to a new old stock black cord vintage bracelet that will fit a wrist up to 7 inches in size (I can easily adjust this as well, just let me know the length you need). It is powered by its original and higher-grade 15 jewel, manual wind mechanism that has been fully serviced by my trusted watchmaker David, ensuring it is running well and keeping accurate time.The enamel finished dial is in flawless condition – absolutely pristine. It has been professionally restored to its correct original status. Features include a fine black lined outer border, round 60 second track prominently in the center, raised gold Arabic numerals, original gold metal hands and original blue steel ‘sweep’ seconds hand with RED arrow tip. Signed ELGIN below the 60 second marker. The solid glass crystal is in mint condition. The case is 10 Karat Yellow Gold Filled and in excellent order, complete with finely engraved panels at all four corners of the bezel. The matching and original gold winding crown is in excellent shape and operates smoothly.Turning the watch over I see that the back lid is in great overall condition, a touch of wear at the bezel corners but it shows very nicely and has no personal engravings. It is stamped “ELGIN 10K GOLD FILLED” at one edge (there is a small person swinging a hammer if you look closely!). Peeking inside I find a higher-grade, triplex style Fifteen Jewel manual wind movement signed ELGIN USA – 15 JEWELS with serial number 37,660,866– dating this watch to 1937 as per company production records. The inside case lid is signed Cased and Timed by Elgin National Watch Co. – 10K Gold Filled – Illinois Watch Case Co., Elgin with case reference number below. This watch has been disassembled, cleaned, oiled and regulated to ensure it winds and sets smoothly while keeping accurate time. It is fitted on a new old stock (vintage, never worn) black cord bracelet and is attached to the watch with what appears to be its original yellow gold filled holders, complete with engraved detailing. The current overall length will fit a wrist up to 7 inches but if you need it longer (or shorter) just let me know. All in all a timepiece that you can enjoy owning and wearing while it steadily increases in value, more fun than investing in mutual funds!<ul><li>Since 1998, Holben's Fine Watches' goal has been happy customers. I treat buyers as I like to be treated: with courtesy and respect. I’m especially proud of my excellent feedback and high number of repeat clients. I’m a long-standing member of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC), and have collected watches since I was a kid.</li><li>Watch sizes: I provide exact measurements in millimeters (the watch industry standard) and inches, and include a U.S. quarter in photos as a size reference. Draw the measurements on paper to help visualize the watch on your wrist. Remember, men’s watches from the 1910s - 1960s were smaller than considered normal today.</li><li>Buyers outside the United States with less than five feedback: Please introduce yourself via email PRIOR to bidding. Otherwise, your bid may be retracted. </li><li>U.S. winners pay $8.75 for fully insured, safely boxed USPS First-Class Mail shipping. Washington State residents (and those with shipping addresses in Washington State) add 8.6% sales tax.</li><li>Canadian bidders pay $16.00 for Registered Air Mail shipping with tracking (I cover the insurance) or $33 for EMS Global Express, a bit faster. International buyers pay $38.00 for EMS Global Express Mail with tracking and insurance. I do provide a Registered Air Mail shipping option ($18.00) to a few select countries, including the United Kingdom, France, Netherlands, Switzerland, Japan, Hong Kong and Taiwan. If you are an international buyer please wait until I invoice you with your shipping option(s).</li><li> International Buyers – Please Note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding. While I ship within 24 hours of receiving payment but your local custom authorities can delay the delivery of your package. As such, it can take anywhere from 7 days to 30 days before final delivery is made.</li><li>Payment is due within three days of auction end, unless you’ve contacted me prior to arrange otherwise. In accordance with eBay policy, payments not received in four days will initiate an unpaid item case through the Resolution Center.</li><li>In the rare event that a watch needs further service upon receipt, I ask that you return the wristwatch to me (or mailed to my watchmaker, David) at my expense. It will be corrected and quickly mailed back to you.</li> <li>If you like unique and collectible vintage or antique wristwatches, add holbensfinewatches to your Favorite Sellers. I specialize in American and Swiss timepieces from the 1900s – 1970s. My selection changes weekly, and is comprised of manual wind and automatic watches from the following categories: WWI trench; WWII; military; fancy case, art nouveau; art deco; mid-century modern; stainless steel; sterling silver; white, yellow and rose gold; solid gold; platinum; and diamond, ruby and/or sapphire ladies’ cocktail watches.</li> <table border="0" cellspacing="10"><tbody><tr><td><a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.nwlink.com/%7Eholben/bandlogo2.jpg" alt="Holben's-FineWatch-Bands"></a></td><td colspan="2"> Our sister store, <a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands"> Holben's Fine Watch Bands</a>, offers an extensive selection of straps including Bonetto Cinturini, deBeer, Di-Modell, Hadley-Roma, Hirsch and Staib; deployment clasps and buckles; metal bracelets; German military Bunds; UTC ballistic nylon G10; openended; James Bond striped, leather and woven NATOs; WWII canvas military; genuine and silicone rubber divers; carbon fiber; Kevlar; LORICA; Cordura; GT rally tropic perforated; alligator-, crocodile-, lizard-, ostrich-, shark- and buffalo-grain; chrono sport; riveted; waterproof / water resistant and woven/braided.</ul></td></tr></tbody></table> <li>As my pal Cautious Carl says, "Buy a Nice Watch from Mike"…keep in mind he’s about 110 (in human years) and doesn’t have all his marbles! <img src=http://www.nwlink.com/~holben/carl.jpg> <img src=http://www.nwlink.com/~holben/advertlongines2.jpg> Founded by Ernest Francillon and Auguste Agassiz in the year 1832, the Longines Watch Co. of Switzerland was established in the “Long Meadows” (translated: Longines) near the town of St. Imier. Winner of countless horology awards, their wristwatches are among the best in the world, on par with the “big boys” of the Swiss watch making profession including its chief rival Omega.I am pleased to offer for sale the following vintage Longines timepiece, a men’s sculpted case, Tank form model that dates to ca 1946. This watch is 14kt Solid Yellow Gold and in excellent condition inside and out, my photos don’t do it justice as the sculptural qualities of the case made it hard to photograph! Triple-signed, it measures 38.5mm lug tip to lug tip and 23.5mm in width (25.5mm with winding crown). This works out to be 1-1/2 inches long by 1 inch wide, including the crown. It is powered by its original 17 jewel, 9L caliber manual wind Longines mechanism that has been fully serviced by my trusted watchmaker David prior to auction, ensuring it winds and sets smoothly while keeping accurate time.The ivory color, matte enamel finished dial is in flawless condition, professionally restored to its correct, original status. It features raised gold “dot” hour markers, black enamel painted Breguet style numerals, 60 minute outer track border, gold metal Leaf-style hands and a recessed, rectangular seconds dial with 60 second outer track and ‘sweep’ gold seconds hand. Signed LONGINES below the 12 and SWISS at the base of the dial.The gently curved (horizontally) acrylic crystal is in excellent condition, a later replacement. The case is a two-piece design that is 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold and it is in excellent PLUS condition, complete with fancy cutaway lugs and scooped case sides. The unmarked, gold finished winding crown, a later addition, is in excellent order as well, operating smoothly. Turning the watch over I find that the back lid is in excellent shape with absolutely no wear or engravings, past or present. It is stamped 14K GOLD at one edge. Taking a look inside I find a fully serviced manual wind mechanism, signed Longines Watch Co., Swiss – Seventeen 17 Jewels [Grade] 9L, LXW with serial number 7,273,758. This serial number dates the watch to 1946 – possibly early 1947. The inside case is stamped Longines – Wittnauer Watch Co. Inc. – New York, Geneva, Montreal, K&L 14K with case number below. This fine watch has been fully disassembled, cleaned, oiled and regulated to ensure it winds and sets smoothly while keeping accurate time. Comes fitted with a new 16mm deBeer Paris hand crafted lizard (grain) calf leather strap with matching color buckle. All in all a pristine condition vintage fancy Tank watch from one of Switzerland’s very best – you won’t be disappointed.<ul><li>Since 1998, Holben's Fine Watches' goal has been happy customers. I treat buyers as I like to be treated: with courtesy and respect. I’m especially proud of my excellent feedback and high number of repeat clients. I’m a long-standing member of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC), and have collected watches since I was a kid.</li><li>Watch sizes: I provide exact measurements in millimeters (the watch industry standard) and inches, and include a U.S. quarter in photos as a size reference. Draw the measurements on paper to help visualize the watch on your wrist. Remember, men’s watches from the 1910s - 1960s were smaller than considered normal today.</li><li>Buyers outside the United States with less than five feedback: Please introduce yourself via email PRIOR to bidding. Otherwise, your bid may be retracted. </li><li>U.S. winners pay $8.75 for fully insured, safely boxed USPS First-Class Mail shipping. Washington State residents (and those with shipping addresses in Washington State) add 8.6% sales tax.</li><li>Canadian bidders pay $16.00 for Registered Air Mail shipping with tracking (I cover the insurance) or $33 for EMS Global Express, a bit faster. International buyers pay $44.00 for EMS Global Express Mail with tracking and insurance. I do provide a Registered Air Mail shipping option ($18.00) to a few select countries, including the United Kingdom, France, Netherlands, Switzerland, Japan, Hong Kong and Taiwan. If you are an international buyer please wait until I invoice you with your shipping option(s).</li><li> International Buyers – Please Note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding. While I ship within 24 hours of receiving payment but your local custom authorities can delay the delivery of your package. As such, it can take anywhere from 7 days to 30 days before final delivery is made.</li><li>Payment is due within three days of auction end, unless you’ve contacted me prior to arrange otherwise. In accordance with eBay policy, payments not received in four days will initiate an unpaid item case through the Resolution Center.</li><li>In the rare event that a watch needs further service upon receipt, I ask that you return the wristwatch to me (or mailed to my watchmaker, David) at my expense. It will be corrected and quickly mailed back to you.</li> <li>If you like unique and collectible vintage or antique wristwatches, add holbensfinewatches to your Favorite Sellers. I specialize in American and Swiss timepieces from the 1900s – 1970s. My selection changes weekly, and is comprised of manual wind and automatic watches from the following categories: WWI trench; WWII; military; fancy case, art nouveau; art deco; mid-century modern; stainless steel; sterling silver; white, yellow and rose gold; solid gold; platinum; and diamond, ruby and/or sapphire ladies’ cocktail watches.</li> <table border="0" cellspacing="10"><tbody><tr><td><a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.nwlink.com/%7Eholben/bandlogo2.jpg" alt="Holben's-FineWatch-Bands"></a></td><td colspan="2"> Our sister store, <a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands"> Holben's Fine Watch Bands</a>, offers an extensive selection of straps including Bonetto Cinturini, deBeer, Di-Modell, Hadley-Roma, Hirsch and Staib; deployment clasps and buckles; metal bracelets; German military Bunds; UTC ballistic nylon G10; openended; James Bond striped, leather and woven NATOs; WWII canvas military; genuine and silicone rubber divers; carbon fiber; Kevlar; LORICA; Cordura; GT rally tropic perforated; alligator-, crocodile-, lizard-, ostrich-, shark- and buffalo-grain; chrono sport; riveted; waterproof / water resistant and woven/braided.</ul></td></tr></tbody></table> <li>As my pal Cautious Carl says, "Buy a Nice Watch from Mike"…keep in mind he’s about 110 (in human years) and doesn’t have all his marbles! <img src=http://www.nwlink.com/~holben/carl.jpg> <img src=http://www.nwlink.com/~holben/advertgruen2.jpg> In its glory years from the 1920s through the 1950s, the Gruen Watch Company of USA & Switzerland was one of the leaders in wristwatch design and quality, even collaborating with Rolex (i.e., the Aegler movement duo-dial doctor’s watch) from its factories in Switzerland. Prior to WWII, Gruen was better known in the USA than Rolex, which at that time was concentrating on the British and Commonwealth countries (hence lots of early Rolexes coming out of Australia and the UK). Hans Wilsdorf and Gruen were friends and neighbors in Switzerland (their factories were just yards away), and even agreed to market their watches as Rolex Gruen in Europe, but the Great Depression (and more urgent matters) prevented this.I am pleased to offer for sale the following vintage men’s model from the Gruen firm, a 420SS caliber timepiece that dates to ca 1947. This stainless steel “Guildite” model shares the same mechanism as the Pan American models of the same period and it features a military (or doctors) style dial. Unlike the Pan Am model, it does not have the 24 hour inner track.Triplesigned for Gruen, this “Veri-Thin Precision” model measures 39mm lug tip to lug tip and 32mm in width (34mm with unmarked, original domed steel crown). In inches this works out to be just over 1-1/2” in total length by 1-1/4” wide, not including the crown. Its original 17 jewel, 420SS (Sweep Seconds) caliber mechanism has been fully serviced to ensure it keeps accurate time.The silver enamel finished dial is in excellent condition, professionally restored to its correct status. It features a 60 second outer track border (calibrated to 1/5 of a second for precision), raised gold “dot” hour markers and luminous green Arabic numerals, original gold metal hands with luminous fill and ‘sweep’ red painted center seconds hand. Signed GRUEN VERI-THIN below the 12 and PRECISION above the 6.The domed acrylic crystal is in excellent, clear condition with no flaws. The Brevet + case (French for patented) is solid stainless steel (Gruen called this “Guildite”) and it was made by Gruen in Switzerland. It is in excellent condition – polished on the bezel and lug tops and brushed on the case sides. The original winding crown, unmarked is a domed steel example in excellent order, winding and setting smoothly.Turning the watch over I see that the back lid is in excellent condition with no wear or engravings, a screw down example that is stamped GRUEN 28506B. Inside is clean and higher-grade 17 jewel movement, signed Gruen Watch Co., Precision – Seventeen 17 Jewels – Veri-Thin, Patented, Switzerland - GXC. The serial number is C141,560. The inside of the case lid is finely engine turned stainless and stamped GUILDITE – BREVET + GRUEN WATCH CO., SWITZERLAND. The word “Brevet” is French for patented, indicating this was a Swiss patented case design. This cleaned, oiled & regulated timepiece winds and sets smoothly (good rotor action) and keeps accurate time. It comes on a new 16mm dark brown leather strap with chrome steel buckle. All in all very nice, post WWII Gruen 420SS caliber timepiece that is ready to be worn and enjoyed.<ul><li>Since 1998, Holben's Fine Watches' goal has been happy customers. I treat buyers as I like to be treated: with courtesy and respect. I’m especially proud of my excellent feedback and high number of repeat clients. I’m a long-standing member of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC), and have collected watches since I was a kid.</li><li>Watch sizes: I provide exact measurements in millimeters (the watch industry standard) and inches, and include a U.S. quarter in photos as a size reference. Draw the measurements on paper to help visualize the watch on your wrist. Remember, men’s watches from the 1910s - 1960s were smaller than considered normal today.</li><li>Buyers outside the United States with less than five feedback: Please introduce yourself via email PRIOR to bidding. Otherwise, your bid may be retracted. </li><li>U.S. winners pay $6.75 for fully insured, safely boxed USPS First-Class Mail shipping. Washington State residents (and those with shipping addresses in Washington State) add 8.6% sales tax.</li><li>Canadian bidders pay $16.00 for Registered Air Mail shipping with tracking (I cover the insurance) or $33 for EMS Global Express, a bit faster. International buyers pay $40.00 for EMS Global Express Mail with tracking and insurance. I do provide a Registered Air Mail shipping option ($18.00) to a few select countries, including the United Kingdom, France, Netherlands, Switzerland, Japan, Hong Kong and Taiwan. If you are an international buyer please wait until I invoice you with your shipping option(s).</li><li> International Buyers – Please Note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding. While I ship within 24 hours of receiving payment but your local custom authorities can delay the delivery of your package. As such, it can take anywhere from 7 days to 30 days before final delivery is made.</li><li>Payment is due within three days of auction end, unless you’ve contacted me prior to arrange otherwise. In accordance with eBay policy, payments not received in four days will initiate an unpaid item case through the Resolution Center.</li><li>In the rare event that a watch needs further service upon receipt, I ask that you return the wristwatch to me (or mailed to my watchmaker, David) at my expense. It will be corrected and quickly mailed back to you.</li> <li>If you like unique and collectible vintage or antique wristwatches, add holbensfinewatches to your Favorite Sellers. I specialize in American and Swiss timepieces from the 1900s – 1970s. My selection changes weekly, and is comprised of manual wind and automatic watches from the following categories: WWI trench; WWII; military; fancy case, art nouveau; art deco; mid-century modern; stainless steel; sterling silver; white, yellow and rose gold; solid gold; platinum; and diamond, ruby and/or sapphire ladies’ cocktail watches.</li> <table border="0" cellspacing="10"><tbody><tr><td><a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.nwlink.com/%7Eholben/bandlogo2.jpg" alt="Holben's-FineWatch-Bands"></a></td><td colspan="2"> Our sister store, <a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands"> Holben's Fine Watch Bands</a>, offers an extensive selection of straps including Bonetto Cinturini, deBeer, Di-Modell, Hadley-Roma, Hirsch and Staib; deployment clasps and buckles; metal bracelets; German military Bunds; UTC ballistic nylon G10; openended; James Bond striped, leather and woven NATOs; WWII canvas military; genuine and silicone rubber divers; carbon fiber; Kevlar; LORICA; Cordura; GT rally tropic perforated; alligator-, crocodile-, lizard-, ostrich-, shark- and buffalo-grain; chrono sport; riveted; waterproof / water resistant and woven/braided.</ul></td></tr></tbody></table> <li>As my pal Cautious Carl says, "Buy a Nice Watch from Mike"…keep in mind he’s about 110 (in human years) and doesn’t have all his marbles! <img src=http://www.nwlink.com/~holben/carl.jpg> The Jaeger-LeCoultre Watch Co. of Switzerland was established in Le Sentier, Valee de Joux in 1833 by Antoine LeCoultre. After 175 years it is still one of the most important manufacturers of ebauches (raw movements), and has supplied mechanisms to almost all the notable producers of luxury watches, including Vacheron & Constantin and Patek Philippe.Merging with the Alsatian watch factory of Edmond Jaeger in 1925, the name Jaeger LeCoultre soon appeared on wristwatch dials. They are a watch collector’s watch and rank as investment-grade timepieces.I am pleased to offer for sale the following men’s vintage timepiece from the firm, a 10kt Yellow Gold filled Tank form model that dates to the late 1930s and is in excellent condition.Triplesigned for LeCoultre, it measures 36mm end to end and 23mm in width (24.8mm with winding crown). This works out to be just over 1-3/8 inches long by 1 inch wide, including the winding crown but appears slightly larger in person given its narrow side bezel framing. My watchmaker David has fully serviced its original 17 jewel, manual wind LeCoultre mechanism to ensure it winds and sets smoothly while keeping accurate time. The ivory color, enamel finished dial is in excellent condition – professionally restored to its correct status. It features raised gold Roman numerals and hour markers, original gold metal spear tip hands and separate seconds dial with 60 second outer chapter and ‘sweep’ seconds hand. Signed LeCoultre below the 12 and Swiss at the base of the dial.The solid glass crystal is in mint condition. The LeCoultre-signed, two-piece case is 10 Karat Yellow Gold Filled and in excellent PLUS condition – a classic Tank design with absolutely no wear or scratches, it is pristine. The matching yellow gold finished winding crown, unmarked (correct for late 1930s), is in excellent condition, operating smoothly. Turning the watch over I see that the back lid is in excellent to mint shape, free of any wear or engravings and concave along the sides. Taking a look inside I find an original and high-grade mechanism signed LeCoultre Co., Swiss – Seventeen 17 Jewels, VXN with serial number #213,802, dating it to the late 1930s. The inside case lid is stamped CASED & TIMED IN U.S.A BY LECOULTRE – 10K GOLD FILLED with case number below.This watch has been cleaned, oiled and regulated to ensure it winds and sets smoothly while keeping accurate time. It is fitted on a new and high quality 18mm black deBeer hand crafted lizard (grain) calf leather band with matching color buckle so you’re all set. Much like IWC or Omega, wearing a LeCoultre watch identifies you as someone who appreciates fine Swiss watches but doesn’t go for the biggest, trendiest name on the market. I think that history, quality and design always trumps what’s merely fashionable – what about you?<ul><li>Since 1998, Holben's Fine Watches' goal has been happy customers. I treat buyers as I like to be treated: with courtesy and respect. I’m especially proud of my excellent feedback and high number of repeat clients. I’m a long-standing member of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC), and have collected watches since I was a kid.</li><li>Watch sizes: I provide exact measurements in millimeters (the watch industry standard) and inches, and include a U.S. quarter in photos as a size reference. Draw the measurements on paper to help visualize the watch on your wrist. Remember, men’s watches from the 1910s - 1960s were smaller than considered normal today.</li><li>Buyers outside the United States with less than five feedback: Please introduce yourself via email PRIOR to bidding. Otherwise, your bid may be retracted. </li><li>U.S. winners pay $8.75 for fully insured, safely boxed USPS First-Class Mail shipping. Washington State residents (and those with shipping addresses in Washington State) add 8.6% sales tax.</li><li>Canadian bidders pay $16.00 for Registered Air Mail shipping with tracking (I cover the insurance) or $33 for EMS Global Express, a bit faster. International buyers pay $44.00 for EMS Global Express Mail with tracking and insurance. I do provide a Registered Air Mail shipping option ($18.00) to a few select countries, including the United Kingdom, France, Netherlands, Switzerland, Japan, Hong Kong and Taiwan. If you are an international buyer please wait until I invoice you with your shipping option(s).</li><li> International Buyers – Please Note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding. While I ship within 24 hours of receiving payment but your local custom authorities can delay the delivery of your package. As such, it can take anywhere from 7 days to 30 days before final delivery is made.</li><li>Payment is due within three days of auction end, unless you’ve contacted me prior to arrange otherwise. In accordance with eBay policy, payments not received in four days will initiate an unpaid item case through the Resolution Center.</li><li>In the rare event that a watch needs further service upon receipt, I ask that you return the wristwatch to me (or mailed to my watchmaker, David) at my expense. It will be corrected and quickly mailed back to you.</li> <li>If you like unique and collectible vintage or antique wristwatches, add holbensfinewatches to your Favorite Sellers. I specialize in American and Swiss timepieces from the 1900s – 1970s. My selection changes weekly, and is comprised of manual wind and automatic watches from the following categories: WWI trench; WWII; military; fancy case, art nouveau; art deco; mid-century modern; stainless steel; sterling silver; white, yellow and rose gold; solid gold; platinum; and diamond, ruby and/or sapphire ladies’ cocktail watches.</li> <table border="0" cellspacing="10"><tbody><tr><td><a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.nwlink.com/%7Eholben/bandlogo2.jpg" alt="Holben's-FineWatch-Bands"></a></td><td colspan="2"> Our sister store, <a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands"> Holben's Fine Watch Bands</a>, offers an extensive selection of straps including Bonetto Cinturini, deBeer, Di-Modell, Hadley-Roma, Hirsch and Staib; deployment clasps and buckles; metal bracelets; German military Bunds; UTC ballistic nylon G10; openended; James Bond striped, leather and woven NATOs; WWII canvas military; genuine and silicone rubber divers; carbon fiber; Kevlar; LORICA; Cordura; GT rally tropic perforated; alligator-, crocodile-, lizard-, ostrich-, shark- and buffalo-grain; chrono sport; riveted; waterproof / water resistant and woven/braided.</ul></td></tr></tbody></table> <li>As my pal Cautious Carl says, "Buy a Nice Watch from Mike"…keep in mind he’s about 110 (in human years) and doesn’t have all his marbles! <img src=http://www.nwlink.com/~holben/carl.jpg> The watch firm that is now known as Baume & Mericer of Geneva, Switzerland can trace its history back to 1830 when it was established as “Baume Freres” by brothers Louis-Victor and Joseph-Célestin Baume. The Baume’s motto was “Accept only perfection. Only manufacture watches of the highest quality.” First located in Les Bois, they would soon open a watch case workshop in Geneva and, in 1844, an English branch “Baume& Co.” under the direction of Celestin Baume in London. In 1880 they opened a factory in Coventry, England.The firm of “Baume & Cie” of London and Geneva distinguished itself at the national exhibitions and world fairs that began to be organized from the second half of the 19th century onwards, in Paris (1878 and 1889), Melbourne (1890 and 1895), Zurich and Amsterdam (1883), London (1885 and 1890) and Chicago (1893), winning ten Grand Prix awards and seven gold medals. Following WWI the company was being run by William Baume but he would join forces with Paul Mericer (formerly Paul Tchereditchenko), born in Odessa to a Russian father and French mother. Operated by Piaget in the 1970s both Baume & Mericer and Piaget are now owned by the Richemont Group.I am pleased to offer for sale the following vintage men’s timepiece from the firm, an 18kt Solid Yellow Gold “Baumatic” dresss model that dates to the late 1960s (ca 1968 to 1970) and is in excellent, original condition. This is a solid weight case and it weighs 22.5 grams just in gold alone – excluding the crystal, mechanism, movement, crown, dial, etc. This equals 8/10 of an ounce of .750 gold.This is no ordinary automatic wind watch for it features a high-grade Baume & Mericer 30 jewel Micro Rotor, self-winding mechanism. That’s right folks, thirty jewels. The micro rotor design was invented by Buren and it won, in 1964, the coveted Prix D’Honneur at the Swiss National Watch Exposition. The mechanism that won this price had 17 jewels, not 30, making this Baumatic example a rare bird.This fully signed timepiece measures 37.5mm lug tip to lug tip and 33mm in width (35.5mm with original cabochon sapphire crown). This works out to be 1-1/2 inches long by just over 1-1/4 in width, not including the original winding crown. It appears a bit larger in person given its narrower bezel framing – the dial itself is a good size. Powering this watch is the aforementioned Baume & Mericer gold finished 30 jewel, micro rotor automatic mechanism, routinely serviced so it winds and sets smoothly and keeps very good time.The 100% original white, enamel finished dial is in excellent condition – guaranteed untouched since it left the factory in Switzerland over 40 years ago. It features black enamel painted Roman numerals, original black lacquer finish Leaf-style hands and date window (semi-quickset) at the 3 position. As this is a “dress” watch there is no seconds hand – elegance is more important than knowing the exact time. It is signed BAUME & MERCIER GENEVE below the XII and BAUMATIC above the VI. It is further signed SWISS MADE at the base of the dial. The original solid glass crystal is in mint condition. The twopiece case is in excellent condition, crafted of 18 Karat Solid Yellow Gold and weighing 22.5 grams (4/5 of an ounce). It has a few small scratches upon inspection with my loupe but I did not want to polish this case as it never has been and looks very nice as it is. The original winding crown features a cabochon sapphire tip that has a great COBALT blue color. It is in excellent condition, winding and setting smoothly.Turning the watch over I see that the 18k solid yellow gold back lid still retains the brushed, satin finish that was applied at the factory. Again, I have not made any attempts at polishing and it is in excellent order. Case numbers are 743267 – 37072. This case back is held in place by four screws, one at each corner. Unscrewing these four and removing the lid reveals a clean, gold finished mechanism with micro rotor. It is signed BAUME & MERICER – BM 12820 – 30 JEWELS, SWISS . The inside of the case back is signed BAUME & MERICER GENEVE – 0.750 with further gold hallmarks including the 18k gold Goddess Minerva stamp and the case reference number 159. This case number is also stamped on the underside of the bezel, as shown. This fine original timepiece has been routinely serviced since purchased and it winds and sets smoothly while keeping very good time. It is fitted on a new 18mm black deBeer Paris leather strap with gold finished buckle. Note, no box or papers come with this watch but I can guarantee this to be 100% original and as described – please see my eBay rating, all as a watch seller on eBay since 1998. This watch is from a good friend’s collection and he has requested that shipping be limited to the USA only; thank you for your understanding. Folks, this is an investment-grade, higher end timepiece from one of Switzerland’s best names – who would like to add this to his or her collection?<ul><li>Since 1998, Holben's Fine Watches' goal has been happy customers. I treat buyers as I like to be treated: with courtesy and respect. I’m especially proud of my excellent feedback and high number of repeat clients. I’m a long-standing member of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC), and have collected watches since I was a kid.</li><li>Watch sizes: I provide exact measurements in millimeters (the watch industry standard) and inches, and include a U.S. quarter in photos as a size reference. Draw the measurements on paper to help visualize the watch on your wrist. Remember, men’s watches from the 1910s - 1960s were smaller than considered normal today.</li><li>Buyers outside the United States with less than five feedback: Please introduce yourself via email PRIOR to bidding. Otherwise, your bid may be retracted. </li><li>U.S. winners pay $15.75 for fully insured, safely boxed REGISTERED air mail shipping. Washington State residents (and those with shipping addresses in Washington State) add 8.6% sales tax.</li><li>Payment is due within three days of auction end, unless you’ve contacted me prior to arrange otherwise. In accordance with eBay policy, payments not received in four days will initiate an unpaid item case through the Resolution Center.</li><li>In the rare event that a watch needs further service upon receipt, I ask that you return the wristwatch to me (or mailed to my watchmaker, David) at my expense. It will be corrected and quickly mailed back to you.</li> <li>If you like unique and collectible vintage or antique wristwatches, add holbensfinewatches to your Favorite Sellers. I specialize in American and Swiss timepieces from the 1900s – 1970s. My selection changes weekly, and is comprised of manual wind and automatic watches from the following categories: WWI trench; WWII; military; fancy case, art nouveau; art deco; mid-century modern; stainless steel; sterling silver; white, yellow and rose gold; solid gold; platinum; and diamond, ruby and/or sapphire ladies’ cocktail watches.</li> <table border="0" cellspacing="10"><tbody><tr><td><a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.nwlink.com/%7Eholben/bandlogo2.jpg" alt="Holben's-FineWatch-Bands"></a></td><td colspan="2"> Our sister store, <a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands"> Holben's Fine Watch Bands</a>, offers an extensive selection of straps including Bonetto Cinturini, deBeer, Di-Modell, Hadley-Roma, Hirsch and Staib; deployment clasps and buckles; metal bracelets; German military Bunds; UTC ballistic nylon G10; openended; James Bond striped, leather and woven NATOs; WWII canvas military; genuine and silicone rubber divers; carbon fiber; Kevlar; LORICA; Cordura; GT rally tropic perforated; alligator-, crocodile-, lizard-, ostrich-, shark- and buffalo-grain; chrono sport; riveted; waterproof / water resistant and woven/braided.</ul></td></tr></tbody></table> <li>As my pal Cautious Carl says, "Buy a Nice Watch from Mike"…keep in mind he’s about 110 (in human years) and doesn’t have all his marbles! src=http://www.nwlink.com/~holben/carl.jpg> <img <img src=http://www.nwlink.com/~holben/advertomega2.jpg> Among watch collectors, the Omega Watch Co. of Switzerland, a firm founded by Louis Brandt of Biel in 1848, is one of the most renowned brands of timepieces. In 1894 a new caliber bore the name of Omega for the first time, and since then it has produced some of the finest caliber wristwatches money can buy. Omega is my favorite Swiss watch firm as well, combining those qualities of name brand recognition, high quality and relative value that are important to the seasoned watch collector.Omega strongly reaffirmed its position as a collector’s brand in 2007 when Antiquorum held its “Omegamania” theme sale in Geneva, Switzerland. The prices realized vastly exceeded pre-auction estimates and set new records for many older models. Yes folks, good vintage Omega watches are only going UP in value.I am pleased to offer for sale the following ladies Omega timepiece, an elegant, mid-century modern Cocktail model that dates to 1957. This evening watch is triple-signed for Omega and features a spotless stainless steel case that features sculpted, Art Deco style lugs – quite striking I think.It measures 29.5mm lug tip to lug tip and 20mm in width (22.5mm with domed steel crown). This works out to be just over 11/8 inches lug tip to lug tip and just over ¾ of an inch wide, not counting the winding crown. With black cord bracelet (vintage, new old stock) it measures just over 7-1/2 inches long and I can make this shorter (or longer) for the winner. It has been fully serviced by my skilled watchmaker David and its original 17 jewel, 244 caliber rose gold finished Omega mechanism winds and sets smoothly while keeping accurate time.The ivory color, matte enamel finished dial is in excellent condition, professionally restored to its correct status. Features include raised gold Arabic numerals, a 60 minute outer track border and original gold Leaf-style hands. Signed OMEGA with applied yellow gold trademark Omega symbol below the 12 and SWISS MADE at the base of the dial.The hardened acrylic crystal is in excellent, clear condition. The original Omega-signed case is a two-piece solid stainless steel example in excellent PLUS condition – absolutely no wear whatsoever. Very nice sculpted/stepped lugs on this one. The domed steel winding crown is excellent and unmarked but appears correct for this watch and era. It winds and sets smoothly.Turning the watch over I find that the snap down back lid is stainless steel and in pristine shape, no wear or engravings ever. Inside I find an original rose gold colored manual wind mechanism that is signed Omega Watch Co., Swiss [Caliber] 244 (3) – Seventeen 17 Jewels. The serial number is #15,555,061 – dating the watch to ca 1957 as per Omega production records. The inside of the Swiss made case back is nicely engine turned and signed OMEGA – STAINLESS STEEL with old style Omega trademark.This watch has been fully serviced so you can be assured that it winds and sets smoothly while keeping very accurate time. It comes fitted on new old stock black cord strap with matching color fittings that will fit a wrist up to 7-1/2 inches. I can also adjust this length for the winner – just tell me the size you need! This mid century dress watch is understated elegance personified –I think the winner is going to really like this little gem!<ul><li>Since 1998, Holben's Fine Watches' goal has been happy customers. I treat buyers as I like to be treated: with courtesy and respect. I’m especially proud of my excellent feedback and high number of repeat clients. I’m a long-standing member of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC), and have collected watches since I was a kid.</li><li>Watch sizes: I provide exact measurements in millimeters (the watch industry standard) and inches, and include a U.S. quarter in photos as a size reference. Draw the measurements on paper to help visualize the watch on your wrist. Remember, men’s watches from the 1910s 1960s were smaller than considered normal today.</li><li>Buyers outside the United States with less than five feedback: Please introduce yourself via email PRIOR to bidding. Otherwise, your bid may be retracted. </li><li>U.S. winners pay $6.75 for fully insured, safely boxed USPS First-Class Mail shipping. Washington State residents (and those with shipping addresses in Washington State) add 8.6% sales tax.</li><li>Canadian bidders pay $16.00 for Registered Air Mail shipping with tracking (I cover the insurance) or $33 for EMS Global Express, a bit faster. International buyers pay $38.00 for EMS Global Express Mail with tracking and insurance. I do provide a Registered Air Mail shipping option ($18.00) to a few select countries, including the United Kingdom, France, Netherlands, Switzerland, Japan, Hong Kong and Taiwan. If you are an international buyer please wait until I invoice you with your shipping option(s).</li><li> International Buyers – Please Note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding. While I ship within 24 hours of receiving payment but your local custom authorities can delay the delivery of your package. As such, it can take anywhere from 7 days to 30 days before final delivery is made.</li><li>Payment is due within three days of auction end, unless you’ve contacted me prior to arrange otherwise. In accordance with eBay policy, payments not received in four days will initiate an unpaid item case through the Resolution Center.</li><li>In the rare event that a watch needs further service upon receipt, I ask that you return the wristwatch to me (or mailed to my watchmaker, David) at my expense. It will be corrected and quickly mailed back to you.</li> <li>If you like unique and collectible vintage or antique wristwatches, add holbensfinewatches to your Favorite Sellers. I specialize in American and Swiss timepieces from the 1900s – 1970s. My selection changes weekly, and is comprised of manual wind and automatic watches from the following categories: WWI trench; WWII; military; fancy case, art nouveau; art deco; mid-century modern; stainless steel; sterling silver; white, yellow and rose gold; solid gold; platinum; and diamond, ruby and/or sapphire ladies’ cocktail watches.</li> <table border="0" cellspacing="10"><tbody><tr><td><a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-FineWatch-Bands" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.nwlink.com/%7Eholben/bandlogo2.jpg" alt="Holben's-FineWatch-Bands"></a></td><td colspan="2"> Our sister store, <a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands"> Holben's Fine Watch Bands</a>, offers an extensive selection of straps including Bonetto Cinturini, deBeer, Di-Modell, Hadley-Roma, Hirsch and Staib; deployment clasps and buckles; metal bracelets; German military Bunds; UTC ballistic nylon G10; openended; James Bond striped, leather and woven NATOs; WWII canvas military; genuine and silicone rubber divers; carbon fiber; Kevlar; LORICA; Cordura; GT rally tropic perforated; alligator-, crocodile-, lizard-, ostrich-, shark- and buffalo-grain; chrono sport; riveted; waterproof / water resistant and woven/braided.</ul></td></tr></tbody></table> <li>As my pal Cautious Carl says, "Buy a Nice Watch from Mike"…keep in mind he’s about 110 (in human years) and doesn’t have all his marbles! <img src=http://www.nwlink.com/~holben/carl.jpg> If you love the look of an Art Deco inlaid enamel case watch you’re going to want to take a peek at this beauty…in excellent condition with lots of “wrist appeal” to spare! <img src=http://www.nwlink.com/~holben/advertgruen3.jpg> In its glory years from the 1920s through the 1940s, the Gruen Watch Company of USA & Switzerland was one of the leaders in wristwatch design and quality, even collaborating with Rolex (i.e., the Aegler movement duo-dial doctor’s watch) from its factories in Switzerland. Prior to WWII, Gruen was better known in the USA than Rolex, which at that time was concentrating on the British and Commonwealth countries (hence lots of early Rolexes coming out of Australia and the UK). Hans Wilsdorf and Gruen were friends and neighbors in Switzerland (their factories were just yards away), and even agreed to market their watches as Rolex Gruen in Europe, but the Great Depression and more urgent matters prevented this.I am pleased to offer for sale the following vintage ladies timepiece from the Gruen firm, a Guild series Cartouche model in excellent condition that dates to ca 1927. This watch is 14kt White Gold (Reinforced with Metal), as stamped inside, a superior example of a 14k White Gold filled case.Triple-signed, it measures 30mm lug tip to lug tip and 17mm in width (20.3mm with original cabochon sapphire crown). This works out to be over 1-3/16 inches long by 5/8 of an inch wide, not counting the winding crown. With bracelet it measures a total length of 7-3/4 inches, a length I can shorten (or lengthen) for the winner at no charge. It has been fully serviced by my skilled watchmaker David and its original 15 jewel, 4 adjustment Gruen Guild, 153 caliber, manual wind mechanism winds and sets smoothly while keeping accurate time. The silver, enamel finished dial is in mint condition – professionally restored to its correct original status and beautifully done. It features black enamel painted Art Nouveau style numerals, original blue steel Spade-style hands and a 60 minute inner track. Signed GRUEN below the 12.The glass crystal is in excellent, clear condition. The 14 Karat White Gold Filled engraved case (stamped: 14kt Gold reinforced with metal) is in excellent condition. The highlight has to be its inlaid black enameling on all sides of the dial – in perfect shape. The original winding crown is of a style unique to Gruen (beaded) and features a cabochon sapphire tip. It is in pristine shape and operates smoothly. Turning the watch over I see that the back lid features a finely engraved floral border and is in excellent order. Inside I find a clean and higher-grade Fifteen Jewel Gruen Guild Series movement, a caliber 153. This movement is signed FIFTEEN 15 JEWELS – FOUR 4 ADJ., GRUEN GUILD –SWITZERLAND, 153. The inside of the case lid is stamped GRUEN – 14K GOLD REINFORCED WITH METAL – WADSWORTH, 153 / 57 with case number below. The 153 is the mechanism grade/caliber and 57 is the dial series number. Now to discuss the “reinforced with metal” stamp on this case. To quote an original Gruen pamphlet “The Gruen Reinforced Case is a 14kt. Gold-filled case, reinforced with extra gold where there is the greatest wear – in reality two cases, one gold and one alloy, fitted together. Thus stiffness or rigidity is given the outside, which is sufficiently heavy to permit fine, deep hand engraving and which fully resists all outside wear. It is therefore superior in gold value and in movement protection to any gold-filled case – second only to a high grade, heavy, solid gold case.”. So now you know what these cases are all about and perhaps why this watch’s case is in such fantastic shape.This fully serviced Cartouche model winds and sets very smoothly while keeping very good time. It is fitted on a new old stock black cord bracelet that measures an overall length of 7-3/4 inches. If you would like me to adjust this shorter just let me know and I’ll custom size it before mailing, no charge. All in all a beautiful, ready to wear “Cartouche” model from the Roaring 20s – I think the high bidder is going to have to do the Charleston with this one on her wrist!<ul><li>Since 1998, Holben's Fine Watches' goal has been happy customers. I treat buyers as I like to be treated: with courtesy and respect. I’m especially proud of my excellent feedback and high number of repeat clients. I’m a long-standing member of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC), and have collected watches since I was a kid.</li><li>Watch sizes: I provide exact measurements in millimeters (the watch industry standard) and inches, and include a U.S. quarter in photos as a size reference. Draw the measurements on paper to help visualize the watch on your wrist. Remember, men’s watches from the 1910s 1960s were smaller than considered normal today.</li><li>Buyers outside the United States with less than five feedback: Please introduce yourself via email PRIOR to bidding. Otherwise, your bid may be retracted. </li><li>U.S. winners pay $6.75 for fully insured, safely boxed USPS First-Class Mail shipping. Washington State residents (and those with shipping addresses in Washington State) add 8.6% sales tax.</li><li>Canadian bidders pay $16.00 for Registered Air Mail shipping with tracking (I cover the insurance) or $33 for EMS Global Express, a bit faster. International buyers pay $38.00 for EMS Global Express Mail with tracking and insurance. I do provide a Registered Air Mail shipping option ($18.00) to a few select countries, including the United Kingdom, France, Netherlands, Switzerland, Japan, Hong Kong and Taiwan. If you are an international buyer please wait until I invoice you with your shipping option(s).</li><li> International Buyers – Please Note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding. While I ship within 24 hours of receiving payment but your local custom authorities can delay the delivery of your package. As such, it can take anywhere from 7 days to 30 days before final delivery is made.</li><li>Payment is due within three days of auction end, unless you’ve contacted me prior to arrange otherwise. In accordance with eBay policy, payments not received in four days will initiate an unpaid item case through the Resolution Center.</li><li>In the rare event that a watch needs further service upon receipt, I ask that you return the wristwatch to me (or mailed to my watchmaker, David) at my expense. It will be corrected and quickly mailed back to you.</li> <li>If you like unique and collectible vintage or antique wristwatches, add holbensfinewatches to your Favorite Sellers. I specialize in American and Swiss timepieces from the 1900s – 1970s. My selection changes weekly, and is comprised of manual wind and automatic watches from the following categories: WWI trench; WWII; military; fancy case, art nouveau; art deco; mid-century modern; stainless steel; sterling silver; white, yellow and rose gold; solid gold; platinum; and diamond, ruby and/or sapphire ladies’ cocktail watches.</li> <table border="0" cellspacing="10"><tbody><tr><td><a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-FineWatch-Bands" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.nwlink.com/%7Eholben/bandlogo2.jpg" alt="Holben's-FineWatch-Bands"></a></td><td colspan="2"> Our sister store, <a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands"> Holben's Fine Watch Bands</a>, offers an extensive selection of straps including Bonetto Cinturini, deBeer, Di-Modell, Hadley-Roma, Hirsch and Staib; deployment clasps and buckles; metal bracelets; German military Bunds; UTC ballistic nylon G10; openended; James Bond striped, leather and woven NATOs; WWII canvas military; genuine and silicone rubber divers; carbon fiber; Kevlar; LORICA; Cordura; GT rally tropic perforated; alligator-, crocodile-, lizard-, ostrich-, shark- and buffalo-grain; chrono sport; riveted; waterproof / water resistant and woven/braided.</ul></td></tr></tbody></table> <li>As my pal Cautious Carl says, "Buy a Nice Watch from Mike"…keep in mind he’s about 110 (in human years) and doesn’t have all his marbles! src=http://www.nwlink.com/~holben/carl.jpg> <img <img src=http://www.nwlink.com/~holben/advertomega2.jpg> Among watch collectors, the Omega Watch Co. of Switzerland, a firm founded by Louis Brandt of Biel in 1848, is one of the most renowned brands of timepieces. In 1894 a new caliber bore the name of Omega for the first time, and since then it has produced some of the finest caliber wristwatches money can buy. Omega is my favorite Swiss watch firm as well, combining those qualities of name brand recognition, high quality and relative value that are important to the seasoned watch collector.Omega strongly reaffirmed its position as a collector’s brand in 2007 when Antiquorum held its “Omegamania” theme sale in Geneva, Switzerland. The prices realized vastly exceeded pre-auction estimates and set new records for many older models. Yes folks, good vintage Omega watches are only going UP in value.I am pleased to offer for sale the following men's Omega timepiece, an automatic wind SEAMASTER “De Ville” model in a hermetic design case that was manufactured ca 1969. This original example is in spotless original condition, 14kt Yellow Gold Filled and featuring a mint and untouched dial.Five times signed for Omega (dial, crystal, crown, case and mechanism), it measures 41mm lug tip to lug tip and 34.5mm in width (37mm with Omega-signed winding crown). This works out to be 1-5/8 inches long by just shy of 1/38 inches wide, not counting the Omega crown. It is powered by a high quality Omega 550 Caliber, 17 jewel self-winding mechanism, fully serviced by my watchmaker David just last week to ensure it winds and sets smoothly while keeping accurate time. The 100% original, finely brushed, silver enamel finished dial is in MINT condition, guaranteed untouched since it left the factory on this watch. Features include a 60 second outer chapter, applied gold hour markers, original gold hands with tritium fill and ‘sweep’ gold seconds hand. Signed OMEGA AUTOMATIC with applied gold trademark Omega symbol below the 12 and Seamaster De Ville above the 6. It is further signed SWISS MADE T at the base of the dial, the “T” standing for the tritium in the hands.The original hardened acrylic armored crystal is in excellent, clear condition with no flaws. This crystal has a tiny Omega Symbol in the center – visible with a magnifying loupe but not with the naked eye. The hermetic case (with removable bezel) is 14 Karat Yellow Gold Filled and in pristine condition – I thought it was solid gold when I first saw it. It is stamped “14K GOLD FILLED” between the bottom lugs. The original Omega-signed gold finished winding crown is spotless as well, winding and setting smoothly.Turning the watch over I find that the back of the case is in excellent order with no wear or scratches, like new. This was a presentation piece and it is tastefully signed “To Charles Manmiller for Loyal Service Glidden Durkee 1970.” As this watch requires a professional to remove the bezel, crystal and then the stem/crown to access the mechanism I had my watchmaker David take the photos inside before closing her up after service. The mechanism is a clean, gold finished example signed Omega Watch Co., Swiss [Caliber] 550 – Seventeen 17 Jewels, OXG. The serial number is #28,662,712 – dating the watch to ca 1969 as per available Omega production records. The inside of the case is signed OMEGA WATCH CO. – KM6292 with case number below.This watch has been fully serviced (disassembled, cleaned, oiled and regulated) so you can be assured that it winds and sets smoothly while keeping very accurate time. It comes fitted on new and high quality 18mm black deBeer Paris ostrich (grain) calf leather band with matching gold finished buckle. Whether it be a Seamaster or Constellation all watch lovers need to have at least one Omega in their collection. How about this excellent and original example?<ul><li>Since 1998, Holben's Fine Watches' goal has been happy customers. I treat buyers as I like to be treated: with courtesy and respect. I’m especially proud of my excellent feedback and high number of repeat clients. I’m a long-standing member of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC), and have collected watches since I was a kid.</li><li>Watch sizes: I provide exact measurements in millimeters (the watch industry standard) and inches, and include a U.S. quarter in photos as a size reference. Draw the measurements on paper to help visualize the watch on your wrist. Remember, men’s watches from the 1910s - 1960s were smaller than considered normal today.</li><li>Buyers outside the United States with less than five feedback: Please introduce yourself via email PRIOR to bidding. Otherwise, your bid may be retracted. </li><li>U.S. winners pay $8.75 for fully insured, safely boxed USPS First-Class Mail shipping. Washington State residents (and those with shipping addresses in Washington State) add 8.6% sales tax.</li><li>Canadian bidders pay $16.00 for Registered Air Mail shipping with tracking (I cover the insurance) or $33 for EMS Global Express, a bit faster. International buyers pay $44.00 for EMS Global Express Mail with tracking and insurance. I do provide a Registered Air Mail shipping option ($18.00) to a few select countries, including the United Kingdom, France, Netherlands, Switzerland, Japan, Hong Kong and Taiwan. If you are an international buyer please wait until I invoice you with your shipping option(s).</li><li> International Buyers – Please Note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding. While I ship within 24 hours of receiving payment but your local custom authorities can delay the delivery of your package. As such, it can take anywhere from 7 days to 30 days before final delivery is made.</li><li>Payment is due within three days of auction end, unless you’ve contacted me prior to arrange otherwise. In accordance with eBay policy, payments not received in four days will initiate an unpaid item case through the Resolution Center.</li><li>In the rare event that a watch needs further service upon receipt, I ask that you return the wristwatch to me (or mailed to my watchmaker, David) at my expense. It will be corrected and quickly mailed back to you.</li> <li>If you like unique and collectible vintage or antique wristwatches, add holbensfinewatches to your Favorite Sellers. I specialize in American and Swiss timepieces from the 1900s – 1970s. My selection changes weekly, and is comprised of manual wind and automatic watches from the following categories: WWI trench; WWII; military; fancy case, art nouveau; art deco; mid-century modern; stainless steel; sterling silver; white, yellow and rose gold; solid gold; platinum; and diamond, ruby and/or sapphire ladies’ cocktail watches.</li> <table border="0" cellspacing="10"><tbody><tr><td><a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.nwlink.com/%7Eholben/bandlogo2.jpg" alt="Holben's-FineWatch-Bands"></a></td><td colspan="2"> Our sister store, <a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands"> Holben's Fine Watch Bands</a>, offers an extensive selection of straps including Bonetto Cinturini, deBeer, Di-Modell, Hadley-Roma, Hirsch and Staib; deployment clasps and buckles; metal bracelets; German military Bunds; UTC ballistic nylon G10; openended; James Bond striped, leather and woven NATOs; WWII canvas military; genuine and silicone rubber divers; carbon fiber; Kevlar; LORICA; Cordura; GT rally tropic perforated; alligator-, crocodile-, lizard-, ostrich-, shark- and buffalo-grain; chrono sport; riveted; waterproof / water resistant and woven/braided.</ul></td></tr></tbody></table> <li>As my pal Cautious Carl says, "Buy a Nice Watch from Mike"…keep in mind he’s about 110 (in human years) and doesn’t have all his marbles! <img src=http://www.nwlink.com/~holben/carl.jpg> <img src=http://www.nwlink.com/~holben/advertbulova2.jpg> I have always loved Bulova, an American company of great repute. It was founded by Czech immigrant Joseph Bulova and based in New York City, where the famous Bulova Observatory was located, high above a skyscraper on Fifth Avenue. Like Gruen, it also had a factory in (Bienne) Switzerland, established in 1912 and dedicated to the production of watch components and their assembly into jeweled movements. By 1922, the name Bulova would begin to appear on watch dials across the country and the firm would be the first in the industry in the total standardization of parts.If you are looking for an excellent Art Deco watch this is a very pretty choice, a lady's “PATRICIA” model from Bulova that dates to 1930. I can’t imagine any watch better representing the style of the 1920s and this one is truly nice condition.Triple-signed, its 14kt White Rolled Gold Plated case measures 30.5mm end to end and 17mm in width (21mm with original cabochon sapphire crown). In inches this works out to be 13/16” long by 5/8” wide, not counting the winding crown and it is fitted on a vintage cord band that makes the overall length 7-1/2 inches (I can make this longer or shorter for the winner). It has been fully serviced by my Bulovatrained watchmaker David prior to auction and its original 15 jewel, manual wind mechanism winds and sets smoothly while keeping accurate time.The sterling silver, enamel finished dial is in mint condition – the original that has been professionally restored to its exact original status. It features a 60 minute inner track border, black enameled Arabic style numerals and original blued steel Space-style needle tip hands. Note the finely engraved center dial – what detail! Signed BULOVA below the 12 and embossed “Swiss” at the base of the dial, below the bezel. The solid glass crystal is in flawless condition. The two-piece, hinged back Cut Corner design case is 14 Karat Rolled Gold Plated (“Bulova Quality”) and is a tour de force of Art Deco engraved designs on the bezel AND case sides. Case condition is excellent. The original cabochon sapphire winding crown is excellent as well, winding and setting smoothly.Turning the watch over I see that the back lid is finely engraved with a feather design border and is free of any personal engravings or scratches…very nice. Peeking inside via the hinged back lid I note that the movement is protected by its own crystal and bezel, a very useful feature of many 1920s Bulova watches (called the “Dust-Tite Protector”) that protected it from dust and debris. The movement is a Tonneau-shaped, manual wind model signed Bulova Watch Co., [Caliber] 6AF - Fifteen 15 Jewels - Swiss. There is also an Omega symbol, actually the firm’s date code for1930. The inside of the case lid is stamped BULOVA QUALITY – PAT. JUNE 10, 1924 with case number below. Bulova Quality cases were Rolled Gold Plated as opposed to being Gold Filled and all Bulova cases of this period were further plated (either chrome or rhodium) on the exterior to resist scratches and wear. This cleaned, oiled & regulated watch winds and sets smoothly while keeping accurate time. It is fitted on a vintage old stock (thick) black cord bracelet band that makes the overall length 7-1/2 inches but I can adjust this smaller (or larger) for the winner at no charge. All in all a simply a beautiful Jazz Age timepiece– give this pretty gem a chance and she’ll be a happy ticker on your wrist!<ul><li>Since 1998, Holben's Fine Watches' goal has been happy customers. I treat buyers as I like to be treated: with courtesy and respect. I’m especially proud of my excellent feedback and high number of repeat clients. I’m a long-standing member of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC), and have collected watches since I was a kid.</li><li>Watch sizes: I provide exact measurements in millimeters (the watch industry standard) and inches, and include a U.S. quarter in photos as a size reference. Draw the measurements on paper to help visualize the watch on your wrist. Remember, men’s watches from the 1910s - 1960s were smaller than considered normal today.</li><li>Buyers outside the United States with less than five feedback: Please introduce yourself via email PRIOR to bidding. Otherwise, your bid may be retracted. </li><li>U.S. winners pay $6.75 for fully insured, safely boxed USPS First-Class Mail shipping. Washington State residents (and those with shipping addresses in Washington State) add 8.6% sales tax.</li><li>Canadian bidders pay $16.00 for Registered Air Mail shipping with tracking (I cover the insurance) or $33 for EMS Global Express, a bit faster. International buyers pay $38.00 for EMS Global Express Mail with tracking and insurance. I do provide a Registered Air Mail shipping option ($18.00) to a few select countries, including the United Kingdom, France, Netherlands, Switzerland, Japan, Hong Kong and Taiwan. If you are an international buyer please wait until I invoice you with your shipping option(s).</li><li> International Buyers – Please Note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding. While I ship within 24 hours of receiving payment but your local custom authorities can delay the delivery of your package. As such, it can take anywhere from 7 days to 30 days before final delivery is made.</li><li>Payment is due within three days of auction end, unless you’ve contacted me prior to arrange otherwise. In accordance with eBay policy, payments not received in four days will initiate an unpaid item case through the Resolution Center.</li><li>In the rare event that a watch needs further service upon receipt, I ask that you return the wristwatch to me (or mailed to my watchmaker, David) at my expense. It will be corrected and quickly mailed back to you.</li> <li>If you like unique and collectible vintage or antique wristwatches, add holbensfinewatches to your Favorite Sellers. I specialize in American and Swiss timepieces from the 1900s – 1970s. My selection changes weekly, and is comprised of manual wind and automatic watches from the following categories: WWI trench; WWII; military; fancy case, art nouveau; art deco; mid-century modern; stainless steel; sterling silver; white, yellow and rose gold; solid gold; platinum; and diamond, ruby and/or sapphire ladies’ cocktail watches.</li> <table border="0" cellspacing="10"><tbody><tr><td><a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.nwlink.com/%7Eholben/bandlogo2.jpg" alt="Holben's-FineWatch-Bands"></a></td><td colspan="2"> Our sister store, <a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands"> Holben's Fine Watch Bands</a>, offers an extensive selection of straps including Bonetto Cinturini, deBeer, Di-Modell, Hadley-Roma, Hirsch and Staib; deployment clasps and buckles; metal bracelets; German military Bunds; UTC ballistic nylon G10; openended; James Bond striped, leather and woven NATOs; WWII canvas military; genuine and silicone rubber divers; carbon fiber; Kevlar; LORICA; Cordura; GT rally tropic perforated; alligator-, crocodile-, lizard-, ostrich-, shark- and buffalo-grain; chrono sport; riveted; waterproof / water resistant and woven/braided.</ul></td></tr></tbody></table> <li>As my pal Cautious Carl says, "Buy a Nice Watch from Mike"…keep in mind he’s about 110 (in human years) and doesn’t have all his marbles! <img src=http://www.nwlink.com/~holben/carl.jpg> The Jaeger-LeCoultre Watch Co. of Switzerland was established in Le Sentier, Valee de Joux in 1833 by Antoine LeCoultre. After 170 years it is still one of the most important manufacturers of ebauches (raw movements), and has supplied mechanisms to almost all the notable producers of luxury watches, including Vacheron & Constantin and Patek Philippe. Merging with the Alsatian watch factory of Edmond Jaeger in 1925, the name “Jaeger LeCoultre” soon appeared on wrist watch dials. They are a “watch collectors” watch and rank as investment-grade timepieces.I am pleased to offer for sale the following vintage timepiece from the firm, a men’s Powermatic (wind indicator) model in 14kt Solid Yellow Gold that dates to ca 1956 - 1957. More specifically it is a Nautilus model, complete with original, untouched dial. I am not sure of the letter designation of this Nautilus model (i.e., “Nautilus S”, like James Dean wore) but if anyone does know I’ll add it to my listing.Triple signed for LeCoultre (dial, case and mechanism), it measures 42mm lug tip to lug tip and 35mm in width (37mm with partially recessed, original unmarked winding crown). This works out to be just over 1-5/8 inches long by 1-3/8 inches wide, not including the crown. My watchmaker David has fully serviced its original LeCoultre 481 caliber bumper automatic mechanism, ensuring it winds and sets smoothly while keeping accurate time.The 100% original silver, enamel finished dial is in excellent condition, guaranteed untouched since it left the factory. As you can hopefully see, it has a nice even patina of age and looks great on the wrist. It features applied gold hour markers and Breguet style numbers, gold metal Leaf-style hands and a ‘sweep’ original gold metal center seconds hand. Signed LeCoultre Automatic below the 12 and SWISS MADE below the 6. Below the 12 is the wind indicator window and it displays the reserve time up to 40 hours. Please note that the color of this rotating disk changes to RED when it gets down to 10 hours in time but I took the photos when it was at 30 hours of reserve. The gently domed acrylic crystal is in excellent condition, a new old stock addition. The LeCoultre-signed case is in excellent order, a seldom seen 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold with a nice “heft” to it and even nicer than my photos convey. Finding a solid 14k gold Powermatic is not easy, most were 10k gold filled. The winding crown, unmarked, is the correct vintage domed example and in excellent order, operating smoothly. Turning the watch over I see that the screw-down back lid is in excellent PLUS condition and stamped 14K GOLD. Absolutely no wear or engravings. Inside I find a high-grade Seventeen Jewel bumper automatic mechanism that rotates approximately 270 degrees back and forth like an Omega. It is signed LeCoultre Co. – Seventeen 17 Jewels, [Caliber] 481 – Swiss – VXN. The serial number is 1,258,762, dating it to ca 1956 or 1957. The inside case lid is stamped Cased & Timed in U.S.A. by LeCoultre – 14K Gold with case numbers below.This watch has been disassembled, cleaned, oiled and regulated to ensure it winds and sets smoothly while keeping accurate time. It is fitted on a new deBeer 18mm black ostrich (grain) calf leather hand crafted band with gold finished buckle. All in all a handsome, original 14k Solid Gold power wind watch from one of the finest of the Swiss watch makers – I think the winner is going to be very pleased.<ul><li>Since 1998, Holben's Fine Watches' goal has been happy customers. I treat buyers as I like to be treated: with courtesy and respect. I’m especially proud of my excellent feedback and high number of repeat clients. I’m a long-standing member of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC), and have collected watches since I was a kid.</li><li>Watch sizes: I provide exact measurements in millimeters (the watch industry standard) and inches, and include a U.S. quarter in photos as a size reference. Draw the measurements on paper to help visualize the watch on your wrist. Remember, men’s watches from the 1910s 1960s were smaller than considered normal today.</li><li>U.S. winners pay $17.75 for fully insured, safely boxed USPS REGISTERED mail shipping. Washington State residents (and those with shipping addresses in Washington State) add 8.6% sales tax.</li><li>Payment is due within three days of auction end, unless you’ve contacted me prior to arrange otherwise. In accordance with eBay policy, payments not received in four days will initiate an unpaid item case through the Resolution Center.</li><li>In the rare event that a watch needs further service upon receipt, I ask that you return the wristwatch to me (or mailed to my watchmaker, David) at my expense. It will be corrected and quickly mailed back to you.</li> <li>If you like unique and collectible vintage or antique wristwatches, add holbensfinewatches to your Favorite Sellers. I specialize in American and Swiss timepieces from the 1900s – 1970s. My selection changes weekly, and is comprised of manual wind and automatic watches from the following categories: WWI trench; WWII; military; fancy case, art nouveau; art deco; mid-century modern; stainless steel; sterling silver; white, yellow and rose gold; solid gold; platinum; and diamond, ruby and/or sapphire ladies’ cocktail watches.</li> <table border="0" cellspacing="10"><tbody><tr><td><a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-FineWatch-Bands" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.nwlink.com/%7Eholben/bandlogo2.jpg" alt="Holben's-FineWatch-Bands"></a></td><td colspan="2"> Our sister store, <a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands"> Holben's Fine Watch Bands</a>, offers an extensive selection of straps including Bonetto Cinturini, deBeer, Di-Modell, Hadley-Roma, Hirsch and Staib; deployment clasps and buckles; metal bracelets; German military Bunds; UTC ballistic nylon G10; openended; James Bond striped, leather and woven NATOs; WWII canvas military; genuine and silicone rubber divers; carbon fiber; Kevlar; LORICA; Cordura; GT rally tropic perforated; alligator-, crocodile-, lizard-, ostrich-, shark- and buffalo-grain; chrono sport; riveted; waterproof / water resistant and woven/braided.</ul></td></tr></tbody></table> <li>As my pal Cautious Carl says, "Buy a Nice Watch from Mike"…keep in mind he’s about 110 (in human years) and doesn’t have all his marbles! <img src=http://www.nwlink.com/~holben/carl.jpg> <img src=http://www.nwlink.com/~holben/advertlongines2.jpg> Founded by Ernest Francillon and Auguste Agassiz in the year 1832, the Longines Watch Co. of Switzerland was established in the “Long Meadows” (translated: Longines) near the town of St. Imier. Winner of countless horology awards, their wristwatches are among the best in the world, on par with the “big boys” of the Swiss watch making profession including its chief rival Omega.I am very pleased to offer for sale the following vintage Longines timepiece, an entirely ORIGINAL men’s solid stainless steel, JAMBOREE model that dates to ca 1961. When I think of mid-century watch designs this is a classic – timelessly elegant and as “in style” today as it was over half a century ago. As noted, this is a “Jamboree” model timepiece, the first that I’ve ever owned and it could not be more original. You will also see that the winding crown is unique, stamped “Longines” with the trademark hourglass below.Quadruple-signed, this watch measures 43mm lug tip to lug tip and 35mm in width (36.5mm with partially recessed, original Longines-signed stainless crown). This works out to be just shy of 1-3/4 inches long by 1-3/8 inches wide, not counting the original crown. It is powered by its original 17 jewel, 280 caliber manual wind Longines mechanism, a high quality design made in-house by the firm. This movement has been fully serviced by my trusted watchmaker David to ensure it winds and sets smoothly while keeping accurate time.The 100% original silver, matte enamel finished dial is in pristine condition, guaranteed untouched since it left the factory half a century ago. It features a 60 second outer chapter, applied silver hour markers, original silver metal Dauphinestyle hands and original center ‘sweep seconds hand. Signed LONGINES below the 12 with applied silver trademark winged hourglass and Jamboree above the 6 marker. It is further signed SWISS at the base of the dial.The original hardened acrylic crystal in excellent condition with no flaws. The case is a two-piece design that is solid stainless steel and it is in excellent to mint condition, absolutely spotless with elongated lugs. The matching steel winding crown is signed “LONGINES” with trademark below – something you rarely see (typically a signed Longines crown has just the trademark winged hourglass). It is in excellent to mint condition, operating smoothly.Turning the watch over I find that the stainless back lid is in excellent PLUS condition – a snap down design with absolutely no wear or engravings and the circular “LINK” design of the Jamboree line. It is stamped Longines – Stainless Steel – Shock Protected - Jamboree. Looking inside I find a clean and fully serviced manual wind mechanism, signed Longines - 17 Jewels, Swiss - [Grade] 280, LXW with serial number #11,541,980. This number corresponds with a 1961 production date. The inside case is finely engine turned and stamped LONGINES FAB. SUISSE, SWISS MADE – ACIER INOXYDABLE – 6883-2, 687.This fine watch has been cleaned, oiled and regulated to ensure it winds and sets smoothly while keeping accurate time. Comes fitted with a new 18mm black lizard grain strap by deBeer with matching chrome steel buckle. All in all an ORIGINAL, higher-grade watch from one of Switzerland’s very best…I was tempted to keep this one for myself but I can’t keep them all – my personal favorite from this week.<ul><li>Since 1998, Holben's Fine Watches' goal has been happy customers. I treat buyers as I like to be treated: with courtesy and respect. I’m especially proud of my excellent feedback and high number of repeat clients. I’m a long-standing member of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC), and have collected watches since I was a kid.</li><li>Watch sizes: I provide exact measurements in millimeters (the watch industry standard) and inches, and include a U.S. quarter in photos as a size reference. Draw the measurements on paper to help visualize the watch on your wrist. Remember, men’s watches from the 1910s - 1960s were smaller than considered normal today.</li><li>Buyers outside the United States with less than five feedback: Please introduce yourself via email PRIOR to bidding. Otherwise, your bid may be retracted. </li><li>U.S. winners pay $7.75 for fully insured, safely boxed USPS First-Class Mail shipping. Washington State residents (and those with shipping addresses in Washington State) add 8.6% sales tax.</li><li>Canadian bidders pay $16.00 for Registered Air Mail shipping with tracking (I cover the insurance) or $33 for EMS Global Express, a bit faster. International buyers pay $42.00 for EMS Global Express Mail with tracking and insurance. I do provide a Registered Air Mail shipping option ($18.00) to a few select countries, including the United Kingdom, France, Netherlands, Switzerland, Japan, Hong Kong and Taiwan. If you are an international buyer please wait until I invoice you with your shipping option(s).</li><li> International Buyers – Please Note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding. While I ship within 24 hours of receiving payment but your local custom authorities can delay the delivery of your package. As such, it can take anywhere from 7 days to 30 days before final delivery is made.</li><li>Payment is due within three days of auction end, unless you’ve contacted me prior to arrange otherwise. In accordance with eBay policy, payments not received in four days will initiate an unpaid item case through the Resolution Center.</li><li>In the rare event that a watch needs further service upon receipt, I ask that you return the wristwatch to me (or mailed to my watchmaker, David) at my expense. It will be corrected and quickly mailed back to you.</li> <li>If you like unique and collectible vintage or antique wristwatches, add holbensfinewatches to your Favorite Sellers. I specialize in American and Swiss timepieces from the 1900s – 1970s. My selection changes weekly, and is comprised of manual wind and automatic watches from the following categories: WWI trench; WWII; military; fancy case, art nouveau; art deco; mid-century modern; stainless steel; sterling silver; white, yellow and rose gold; solid gold; platinum; and diamond, ruby and/or sapphire ladies’ cocktail watches.</li> <table border="0" cellspacing="10"><tbody><tr><td><a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.nwlink.com/%7Eholben/bandlogo2.jpg" alt="Holben's-FineWatch-Bands"></a></td><td colspan="2"> Our sister store, <a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands"> Holben's Fine Watch Bands</a>, offers an extensive selection of straps including Bonetto Cinturini, deBeer, Di-Modell, Hadley-Roma, Hirsch and Staib; deployment clasps and buckles; metal bracelets; German military Bunds; UTC ballistic nylon G10; openended; James Bond striped, leather and woven NATOs; WWII canvas military; genuine and silicone rubber divers; carbon fiber; Kevlar; LORICA; Cordura; GT rally tropic perforated; alligator-, crocodile-, lizard-, ostrich-, shark- and buffalo-grain; chrono sport; riveted; waterproof / water resistant and woven/braided.</ul></td></tr></tbody></table> <li>As my pal Cautious Carl says, "Buy a Nice Watch from Mike"…keep in mind he’s about 110 (in human years) and doesn’t have all his marbles! src=http://www.nwlink.com/~holben/carl.jpg> <img <img src=http://www.nwlink.com/~holben/advertmovado.jpg> One of the best-known watch firms in the world today, the Movado Watch Co. of Switzerland took its name from the Esperanto word that translates as “Always in Motion.” Founded by Achille Ditesheim in 1881, he soon set up the first factory in La Chaux-de-Fonds, and the “Movado” name first appeared in 1906.One of the first (if not ‘the’ first) watch companies to produce a wristwatch for men, its most famous early design was the Polyplan, followed by military timepieces and triple date watches.I am pleased to offer for sale the following vintage men’s timepiece from the Movado factory, a Bumper Automatic model from ca 1954 that was also one of the first watches to have a quick-set date as well. To rapidly advance the date the wearer pushes “in” the button on the left side of the case – somewhat like triple date watches but I have never seen a Movado like this before. Also nice is its case, fabricated for Movado by the leading Swiss case maker Francois Borgel (FB). Triple-signed, its all stainless steel case measures 40mm lug tip to lug tip and 33mm in width (35.5mm with original, unmarked steel crown). This works out to be just shy of 1-5/8 inches long by just over 1-1/4 inches wide, not including the crown. It is powered by its original and higher-grade 17 jewel, 224A caliber bumper automatic Movado mechanism that has been fully serviced by my trusted watchmaker David to ensure it winds and sets smoothly while keeping accurate time.The “bumper” automatic design of self-winding mechanisms was a precursor to the “rotor” automatic. The bumper design has a rotor that swings in one direction until it hits a SPRING and it returns in the other direction (where there is another spring). The rotor design swings 360 degrees in both directions with NO springs to propel the rotor back and forth.The silver, matte enamel finish dial is in excellent overall condition – the original Movado metal dial that has been professionally restored in the recent past. It features an incised gold “dot” 60 second outer track, raised silver hour markers and numerals, date window at the 3 position (quickset via its “pusher” on the left side of the case), original silver steel Lance-style hands and original “sweep” darkened blue steel center seconds hand. Signed MOVADO below the 12 in raised lettering and AUTOMATIC above the 6. The hardened acrylic armored crystal is in excellent, clear condition, a new addition. The Movado-signed, Francois Borgel designed case is Solid Stainless Steel and in excellent PLUS condition, a two-piece example with nicely faceted lugs. The original stainless steel winding crown is a design unique to Movado during this period, unsigned and gently domed. It is in excellent order, winding and setting smoothly.Turning the watch over I see that screw-down stainless back lid is in excellent shape, stamped Stainless Steel. In the center it is engraved “Dennis Wilke 1-21-55” – suggesting that the watch was purchased within a few months prior to this date (ca 1954). Taking a look inside I find a bumper automatic mechanism that is stamped Movado Factories, 17 Seventeen Jewels, [Model?] 4861, Swiss Made, MXI with caliber number C224.A stamped below the balance wheel. The inside case back is finely engine turned and stamped FB PATENT + STAINLESS STEEL INAL - MOVADO FACTORIES SWITZERLAND, FABRICATION SUISSE with case numbers below. Please note the “FB” initials for Francois Borgel, the Swiss Patent + symbol and the Movado trademark of a hand holding a pocket watch. This quick setting date model Movado has been completely disassembled, cleaned, oiled and regulated to ensure it winds and sets smoothly while keeping accurate time. It is fitted on a new 16mm black deBeer Paris hand crafted lizard (grain) calf leather strap with chrome steel buckle, ready to be worn and enjoyed. Folks, it has taken me 25 years to come across this unique quick change DATE model from Movado and probably will take just as long to find another. Plus it’s a classically styled, bumper automatic – you really can’t go wrong!<ul><li>Since 1998, Holben's Fine Watches' goal has been happy customers. I treat buyers as I like to be treated: with courtesy and respect. I’m especially proud of my excellent feedback and high number of repeat clients. I’m a long-standing member of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC), and have collected watches since I was a kid.</li><li>Watch sizes: I provide exact measurements in millimeters (the watch industry standard) and inches, and include a U.S. quarter in photos as a size reference. Draw the measurements on paper to help visualize the watch on your wrist. Remember, men’s watches from the 1910s - 1960s were smaller than considered normal today.</li><li>Buyers outside the United States with less than five feedback: Please introduce yourself via email PRIOR to bidding. Otherwise, your bid may be retracted. </li><li>U.S. winners pay $7.75 for fully insured, safely boxed USPS First-Class Mail shipping. Washington State residents (and those with shipping addresses in Washington State) add 8.6% sales tax.</li><li>Canadian bidders pay $16.00 for Registered Air Mail shipping with tracking (I cover the insurance) or $33 for EMS Global Express, a bit faster. International buyers pay $42.00 for EMS Global Express Mail with tracking and insurance. I do provide a Registered Air Mail shipping option ($18.00) to a few select countries, including the United Kingdom, France, Netherlands, Switzerland, Japan, Hong Kong and Taiwan. If you are an international buyer please wait until I invoice you with your shipping option(s).</li><li> International Buyers – Please Note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding. While I ship within 24 hours of receiving payment but your local custom authorities can delay the delivery of your package. As such, it can take anywhere from 7 days to 30 days before final delivery is made.</li><li>Payment is due within three days of auction end, unless you’ve contacted me prior to arrange otherwise. In accordance with eBay policy, payments not received in four days will initiate an unpaid item case through the Resolution Center.</li><li>In the rare event that a watch needs further service upon receipt, I ask that you return the wristwatch to me (or mailed to my watchmaker, David) at my expense. It will be corrected and quickly mailed back to you.</li> <li>If you like unique and collectible vintage or antique wristwatches, add holbensfinewatches to your Favorite Sellers. I specialize in American and Swiss timepieces from the 1900s – 1970s. My selection changes weekly, and is comprised of manual wind and automatic watches from the following categories: WWI trench; WWII; military; fancy case, art nouveau; art deco; mid-century modern; stainless steel; sterling silver; white, yellow and rose gold; solid gold; platinum; and diamond, ruby and/or sapphire ladies’ cocktail watches.</li> <table border="0" cellspacing="10"><tbody><tr><td><a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.nwlink.com/%7Eholben/bandlogo2.jpg" alt="Holben's-FineWatch-Bands"></a></td><td colspan="2"> Our sister store, <a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands"> Holben's Fine Watch Bands</a>, offers an extensive selection of straps including Bonetto Cinturini, deBeer, Di-Modell, Hadley-Roma, Hirsch and Staib; deployment clasps and buckles; metal bracelets; German military Bunds; UTC ballistic nylon G10; openended; James Bond striped, leather and woven NATOs; WWII canvas military; genuine and silicone rubber divers; carbon fiber; Kevlar; LORICA; Cordura; GT rally tropic perforated; alligator-, crocodile-, lizard-, ostrich-, shark- and buffalo-grain; chrono sport; riveted; waterproof / water resistant and woven/braided.</ul></td></tr></tbody></table> <li>As my pal Cautious Carl says, "Buy a Nice Watch from Mike"…keep in mind he’s about 110 (in human years) and doesn’t have all his marbles! <img src=http://www.nwlink.com/~holben/carl.jpg> <img src=http://www.nwlink.com/~holben/advertwalty.jpg> Founded by Aaron Dennison and E. Howard, the highly regarded Waltham Watch Company of Waltham, Mass. is one of the grandfathers of U.S. horology, in business from 1850 to 1959 making high quality pocket watches, clocks and wristwatches known the world over. The company adopted the American Waltham name in 1859, having already used such names as Warren, Tracy, Appleton and Boston.I am pleased to offer for sale the following vintage men’s model from the Waltham company, a 14kt Solid White Gold model with original box and papers that dates to ca 1963. This Waltham was produced when the firm was headquartered in Chicago, and it features a finely engraved Florentine bezel and 21 Jewel mechanism.Triple-signed, it measures 39mm lug tip to lug tip and 32.5mm in width (34mm with winding crown). This works out to be just over 1-1/2 inches long by1-1/4 inches wide, not including the crown. My trusted watchmaker David has fully serviced its original Waltham-signed, Twenty One jewel manual wind mechanism and it winds and sets smoothly while keeping accurate time. The ivory color, matte finished dial is in excellent condition, professionally restored to its correct status. It features raised silver hour markers, original silver steel Dauphine-style hands and a cross hair design seconds dial with ‘sweep’ original seconds hand. Signed WALTHAM 21 JEWELS below the 12 marker. The acrylic crystal is in excellent, clear condition. The two-piece Walthamsigned case is 14 Karat Solid White Gold and in excellent condition, complete with flared lugs and finely etched “Florentine” bezel. The matching and unmarked winding crown is in excellent order as well, winding and setting smoothly.Turning the watch over I note that the back lid is in excellent PLUS condition, absolutely no wear or engravings and stamped “14K GOLD” at one edge. There is also a “crown” motif, indicating the case was made by the Crown Watch Case Co.Peeking inside I find a clean twenty one jewel, manual wind movement, signed WALTHAM WATCH CO., 21 TWENTY ONE JEWELS. The inside case lid is stamped WALTHAM – 133407, B-130. I dated the watch to ca 1963 as the service paper included with the watch doesn’t show a zip code with the service center addresses but the Guarantee booklet does. As zip codes were introduced in 1963 a production date around this time makes sense.This cleaned, oiled & regulated timepiece winds and sets smoothly while keeping accurate time. It comes fitted on a new 18mm black deBeer Paris handcrafted ostrich grain strap with matching color buckle. This watch will ship in its original black hinged display box (a few nicks on the outside top) and original Waltham Lifetime Guarantee booklet and service warranty paper. The inside of the display box is signed “WALTHAM – AN INTERNATIONAL PRODUCT BY WALTHAM OF CHICAGO – LIFETIME GUARANTEE ON ALL MOVEMENT PARTS.” There is also a foil metal tag that reads “21 JEWELS – 14 KARAT GOLD”, as shown. All in all an excellent, ready to wear mid century watch in a timeless, elegant design.<ul><li>Since 1998, Holben's Fine Watches' goal has been happy customers. I treat buyers as I like to be treated: with courtesy and respect. I’m especially proud of my excellent feedback and high number of repeat clients. I’m a long-standing member of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC), and have collected watches since I was a kid.</li><li>Watch sizes: I provide exact measurements in millimeters (the watch industry standard) and inches, and include a U.S. quarter in photos as a size reference. Draw the measurements on paper to help visualize the watch on your wrist. Remember, men’s watches from the 1910s - 1960s were smaller than considered normal today.</li><li>Buyers outside the United States with less than five feedback: Please introduce yourself via email PRIOR to bidding. Otherwise, your bid may be retracted. </li><li>U.S. winners pay $8.75 for fully insured, safely boxed USPS First-Class Mail shipping. Washington State residents (and those with shipping addresses in Washington State) add 8.6% sales tax.</li><li>Canadian bidders pay $19.00 for Registered Air Mail shipping with tracking (I cover the insurance) or $33 for EMS Global Express, a bit faster. International buyers pay $42.00 for EMS Global Express Mail with tracking and insurance. I do provide a Registered Air Mail shipping option ($21.00) to a few select countries, including the United Kingdom, France, Netherlands, Switzerland, Japan, Hong Kong and Taiwan. If you are an international buyer please wait until I invoice you with your shipping option(s).</li><li> International Buyers – Please Note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding. While I ship within 24 hours of receiving payment but your local custom authorities can delay the delivery of your package. As such, it can take anywhere from 7 days to 30 days before final delivery is made.</li><li>Payment is due within three days of auction end, unless you’ve contacted me prior to arrange otherwise. In accordance with eBay policy, payments not received in four days will initiate an unpaid item case through the Resolution Center.</li><li>In the rare event that a watch needs further service upon receipt, I ask that you return the wristwatch to me (or mailed to my watchmaker, David) at my expense. It will be corrected and quickly mailed back to you.</li> <li>If you like unique and collectible vintage or antique wristwatches, add holbensfinewatches to your Favorite Sellers. I specialize in American and Swiss timepieces from the 1900s – 1970s. My selection changes weekly, and is comprised of manual wind and automatic watches from the following categories: WWI trench; WWII; military; fancy case, art nouveau; art deco; mid-century modern; stainless steel; sterling silver; white, yellow and rose gold; solid gold; platinum; and diamond, ruby and/or sapphire ladies’ cocktail watches.</li> <table border="0" cellspacing="10"><tbody><tr><td><a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-FineWatch-Bands" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.nwlink.com/%7Eholben/bandlogo2.jpg" alt="Holben's-FineWatch-Bands"></a></td><td colspan="2"> Our sister store, <a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands"> Holben's Fine Watch Bands</a>, offers an extensive selection of straps including Bonetto Cinturini, deBeer, Di-Modell, Hadley-Roma, Hirsch and Staib; deployment clasps and buckles; metal bracelets; German military Bunds; UTC ballistic nylon G10; openended; James Bond striped, leather and woven NATOs; WWII canvas military; genuine and silicone rubber divers; carbon fiber; Kevlar; LORICA; Cordura; GT rally tropic perforated; alligator-, crocodile-, lizard-, ostrich-, shark- and buffalo-grain; chrono sport; riveted; waterproof / water resistant and woven/braided.</ul></td></tr></tbody></table> <li>As my pal Cautious Carl says, "Buy a Nice Watch from Mike"…keep in mind he’s about 110 (in human years) and doesn’t have all his marbles! src=http://www.nwlink.com/~holben/carl.jpg> <img <ul><li>Since 1998, Holben's Fine Watches' goal has been happy customers. I treat buyers as I like to be treated: with courtesy and respect. I’m especially proud of my excellent feedback and high number of repeat clients. I’m a long-standing member of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC), and have collected watches since I was a kid.</li><li>Watch sizes: I provide exact measurements in millimeters (the watch industry standard) and inches, and include a U.S. quarter in photos as a size reference. Draw the measurements on paper to help visualize the watch on your wrist. Remember, men’s watches from the 1910s - 1960s were smaller than considered normal today.</li><li>Buyers outside the United States with less than five feedback: Please introduce yourself via email PRIOR to bidding. Otherwise, your bid may be retracted. </li><li>U.S. winners pay $8.75 for fully insured, safely boxed USPS First-Class Mail shipping. Washington State residents (and those with shipping addresses in Washington State) add 8.6% sales tax.</li><li>Canadian bidders pay $16.00 for Registered Air Mail shipping with tracking (I cover the insurance) or $33 for EMS Global Express, a bit faster. International buyers pay $38.00 for EMS Global Express Mail with tracking and insurance. I do provide a Registered Air Mail shipping option ($18.00) to a few select countries, including the United Kingdom, France, Netherlands, Switzerland, Japan, Hong Kong and Taiwan. If you are an international buyer please wait until I invoice you with your shipping option(s).</li><li> International Buyers – Please Note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding. While I ship within 24 hours of receiving payment but your local custom authorities can delay the delivery of your package. As such, it can take anywhere from 7 days to 30 days before final delivery is made.</li><li>Payment is due within three days of auction end, unless you’ve contacted me prior to arrange otherwise. In accordance with eBay policy, payments not received in four days will initiate an unpaid item case through the Resolution Center.</li><li>In the rare event that a watch needs further service upon receipt, I ask that you return the wristwatch to me (or mailed to my watchmaker, David) at my expense. It will be corrected and quickly mailed back to you.</li> <li>If you like unique and collectible vintage or antique wristwatches, add holbensfinewatches to your Favorite Sellers. I specialize in American and Swiss timepieces from the 1900s – 1970s. My selection changes weekly, and is comprised of manual wind and automatic watches from the following categories: WWI trench; WWII; military; fancy case, art nouveau; art deco; mid-century modern; stainless steel; sterling silver; white, yellow and rose gold; solid gold; platinum; and diamond, ruby and/or sapphire ladies’ cocktail watches.</li> <table border="0" cellspacing="10"><tbody><tr><td><a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.nwlink.com/%7Eholben/bandlogo2.jpg" alt="Holben's-FineWatch-Bands"></a></td><td colspan="2"> Our sister store, <a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands"> Holben's Fine Watch Bands</a>, offers an extensive selection of straps including Bonetto Cinturini, deBeer, Di-Modell, Hadley-Roma, Hirsch and Staib; deployment clasps and buckles; metal bracelets; German military Bunds; UTC ballistic nylon G10; openended; James Bond striped, leather and woven NATOs; WWII canvas military; genuine and silicone rubber divers; carbon fiber; Kevlar; LORICA; Cordura; GT rally tropic perforated; alligator-, crocodile-, lizard-, ostrich-, shark- and buffalo-grain; chrono sport; riveted; waterproof / water resistant and woven/braided.</ul></td></tr></tbody></table> <li>As my pal Cautious Carl says, "Buy a Nice Watch from Mike"…keep in mind he’s about 110 (in human years) and doesn’t have all his marbles! src=http://www.nwlink.com/~holben/carl.jpg> <img <ul><li>Since 1998, Holben's Fine Watches' goal has been happy customers. I treat buyers as I like to be treated: with courtesy and respect. I’m especially proud of my excellent feedback and high number of repeat clients. I’m a long-standing member of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC), and have collected watches since I was a kid.</li><li>Watch sizes: I provide exact measurements in millimeters (the watch industry standard) and inches, and include a U.S. quarter in photos as a size reference. Draw the measurements on paper to help visualize the watch on your wrist. Remember, men’s watches from the 1910s - 1960s were smaller than considered normal today.</li><li>Buyers outside the United States with less than five feedback: Please introduce yourself via email PRIOR to bidding. Otherwise, your bid may be retracted. </li><li>U.S. winners pay $8.75 for fully insured, safely boxed USPS First-Class Mail shipping. Washington State residents (and those with shipping addresses in Washington State) add 8.6% sales tax.</li><li>Canadian bidders pay $16.00 for Registered Air Mail shipping with tracking (I cover the insurance) or $33 for EMS Global Express, a bit faster. International buyers pay $38.00 for EMS Global Express Mail with tracking and insurance. I do provide a Registered Air Mail shipping option ($18.00) to a few select countries, including the United Kingdom, France, Netherlands, Switzerland, Japan, Hong Kong and Taiwan. If you are an international buyer please wait until I invoice you with your shipping option(s).</li><li> International Buyers – Please Note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding. While I ship within 24 hours of receiving payment but your local custom authorities can delay the delivery of your package. As such, it can take anywhere from 7 days to 30 days before final delivery is made.</li><li>Payment is due within three days of auction end, unless you’ve contacted me prior to arrange otherwise. In accordance with eBay policy, payments not received in four days will initiate an unpaid item case through the Resolution Center.</li><li>In the rare event that a watch needs further service upon receipt, I ask that you return the wristwatch to me (or mailed to my watchmaker, David) at my expense. It will be corrected and quickly mailed back to you.</li> <li>If you like unique and collectible vintage or antique wristwatches, add holbensfinewatches to your Favorite Sellers. I specialize in American and Swiss timepieces from the 1900s – 1970s. My selection changes weekly, and is comprised of manual wind and automatic watches from the following categories: WWI trench; WWII; military; fancy case, art nouveau; art deco; mid-century modern; stainless steel; sterling silver; white, yellow and rose gold; solid gold; platinum; and diamond, ruby and/or sapphire ladies’ cocktail watches.</li> <table border="0" cellspacing="10"><tbody><tr><td><a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.nwlink.com/%7Eholben/bandlogo2.jpg" alt="Holben's-FineWatch-Bands"></a></td><td colspan="2"> Our sister store, <a href="http://stores.ebay.com/Holbens-Fine-Watch-Bands"> Holben's Fine Watch Bands</a>, offers an extensive selection of straps including Bonetto Cinturini, deBeer, Di-Modell, Hadley-Roma, Hirsch and Staib; deployment clasps and buckles; metal bracelets; German military Bunds; UTC ballistic nylon G10; openended; James Bond striped, leather and woven NATOs; WWII canvas military; genuine and silicone rubber divers; carbon fiber; Kevlar; LORICA; Cordura; GT rally tropic perforated; alligator-, crocodile-, lizard-, ostrich-, shark- and buffalo-grain; chrono sport; riveted; waterproof / water resistant and woven/braided.</ul></td></tr></tbody></table> <li>As my pal Cautious Carl says, "Buy a Nice Watch from Mike"…keep in mind he’s about 110 (in human years) and doesn’t have all his marbles! src=http://www.nwlink.com/~holben/carl.jpg> <img

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