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This is a CUSTOMIZED
WATCH exclusively designed at the WANDOLEC
ART STUDIO. The new case houses a valuable and historic watch movement.
A watch will be defined as CUSTOMIZED when original brand parts have been replaced with
non-brand parts (with the exception of straps, bracelets, spring bars, and
gaskets) or parts not original to the model, or components that are modified
from the original design.
Please carefully read the sizes of this watch in the description.
MOVEMENT: The authentic signed by Elgin movement is 100%
ORIGINAL from 1911, but is no
longer manufactured now. The movement is running superbly and keeping good
time, recently serviced.
NEW golden brass dial (non Elgin) was made in 2024.
CASE: NEW blue stainless steel case that provides with glass
cover of back lid (non Elgin) was made in 2024.
WATCH The gently domed MINERAL GLASSES (front & back)
are in excellent condition.
Supplied with Gift Case, Certificate of
Seller's Warranty and instructions for care and use of this watch.
SHIPPING: Worldwide! 1. Ukraine's National Post with tracking number (28 to
35 business days) – Free. 2. FedEx Worldwide Express Saver Shipping with
tracking number (14 to 28 business days) – approx $98.00 (please contact me
before your payment). HANDING TIME: 1-3 business days
RETURNS: I provide 100% refunds within 60 days from date of auction ending, no questions asked and without opening the case in Resolution Center and negative or neutral feedback from your side.
UNIQUE AND RARE EXAMPLE OF TIMEPIECE WITH
If you have been collecting
watches for a while I think you’re going to appreciate this CUSTOMIZED
WATCH that features PATRIOTIC golden brass DIAL, BLUE
stainless steel CASE and original
pocket watch mechanism with BLUE STEEL SCREWS, GENEVA PATTERN, WINDING WHEELS with CIRCLE DAMASKEENING, SPLIT TOP SHELF (3/4 movement), FOUR SCREWED
in GOLD JEWEL SETTINGS and MOSELEY MICROMETER REGULATOR.
This timepiece features a new PATRIOTIC handsome GOLDEN brass dial in excellent condition. This dial features a 60 minute checkered outer track border, blue enamel main Arabic numerals, blue steel Breguet-style hands and a recessed sub-seconds dial with 60 second outer chapter and “sweep” blue steel seconds hand. The new dial has been professionally updated, and now is in excellent condition. There are signed WANDOLEC ART STUDIO in blue enameled lettering above the 6. Also, the dial is decorated with BLUE COAT of ARMS from UKRAINE above the 6, UKRAINE FLAG below the 12 and GUILLOCHE WAVES.
It is a
registered design model that features a BLUE three piece STAINLESS STEEL CASE that provides with glass cover
of back lid. This watch was converted from pocket watch. The case, new custom
made, fantastic, matches specially for this excellent ELGIN movement. The lugs are in great condition while the
Onion-style winding crown is in very good shape and operates properly. The
case has MINERAL
glass on the front & back sides.
Peeking inside via the glass lid I find a clean,
high-grade manual wind nickel finished
lever escapement mechanism
with BLUE STEEL SCREWS,
GENEVA PATTERN, WINDING WHEELS
with CIRCLE DAMASKEENING, SPLIT TOP SHELF (3/4 movement), FOUR SCREWED
in GOLD JEWEL SETTINGS
and MOSELEY
MICROMETER REGULATOR.
3/4 Plate: the balance cock and the top plate were
adjacent and flush, requiring a cutout in the top plate of the movement. Many
times, the 3/4 plate is split into two parts. Identification: The top plate has about 1/4 cut around the
balance, which is flush with the top plate.
The movement is signed ELGIN NATL.WATCH Co – U.S.A – 15 JEWELS. Also is signed the movement serial number #15.975.770. This serial number dates this watch to 1911 as per published production numbers. The movement has #12S size and #315 grade.
This beautiful
wristwatch has the ORIGINAL ELGIN
WATCH Co movement in an excellent status
which was very well saved, considering age of this watch, but some of the wearable parts on the movement
might be replaced, and custom made to fit, since it is close to impossible to
find original parts. Mechanism
has been recently serviced to ensure it winds and sets smoothly while keeping
great, accurate time. This is a “NAIL SET” watch so you don’t pull the crown out to set the time. Instead, you press the little button near the crown IN and then move the crown to set the hands, releasing the button once you’re finished. It’s easy, so don’t worry about getting the hang of it!
It is fitted on a new 22mm blue alligator style genuine leather strap with golden steel buckle that is vintage style and goes great with this wonderful watch. Diameter (with crown): 53.00 mm Diameter (without crown): 48.00 mm Watch crystal diameter: 43.00 mm Thickness: 16.00
mm This cleaned,
oiled and regulated antique watch winds and sets very smoothly while keeping
very good, accurate time. Because of the
vintage nature of the watch I cannot guarantee its absolute time keeping
accuracy even if they are in good running condition and in some rare occasions
may require additional adjustment.
Supplied with Gift Case, Certificate of
Seller's Warranty and instructions for care and use of this watch. If you like rare, antique, unique and collectible vintage wristwatches or pocket watches (or just enjoy learning about all the different watch makers and models) I suggest you bookmark this page or add me to your "Favorite Sellers" list. I always have beautiful pristine timepieces for sale ending Monday. Now on eBay for 18 Years!
Recommendations for the owner of vintage watches:
- All Antique watches are mechanical. Many repairs will not be cheap, as most likely they will require replacement of non-standard parts (unlike most late model watches). - Antique watches should not be beaten or dropped - because repairs may be expensive. - Antique watches are generally NOT waterproof. This is because waterproofing was not in general production until the middle of the 20th century for most watches. Therefore you should protect your antique watch from exposure to moisture. - If your watch becomes wet it should be dried off quickly. Carefully open all covers and use a hair drier to blow dry the movement, dial, covers, crown. This will reduce the amount of rust. - If your watch becomes wet with any kind of salt water you should immediately immerse or spray your watch with fresh (no-salt) water to remove all the salt from the works before drying the watch completely. Any salt left in the watch will combine with moisture in the air to rust metal components of the movement, case etc. - Winding any mechanical watch tight may break the mainspring. If you can avoid it do not wind the watch hard. - When adjusting the hands of your watch, move them in a clockwise direction only. Counter-clockwise adjustments may damage the movement. - If you must adjust counter-clockwise make it for small adjustments only (i.e. for minutes, NOT hours). - Be careful and gentle when adjusting the movement speed (faster or slower). Don't make sharp movements, and don't touch other components in the movement especially the pendulum mechanism. - Every 2-3 years it is necessary to service and oil vintage watches. - If the watch is dirty - allow the watch to run down, don't wind it again until you have it serviced by a qualified watch repair expert. Dust will absorb and remove important lubricants and cause the movement pieces to wear down. - To clean the case, dial and crystal you should use a cloth that does NOT leave fibers as these may get caught up in the movement. Check with your Watch repair expert to get an appropriate cloth. - Keep your antiques watch away from magnets. Strong magnetic fields may affect the accuracy of your watch since some vintage watches were made with iron based components in the movement. - Most Cases and Covers are fine components and will not handle abuse well. The watch should not be shaken, beaten, or stressed. - Antique watches generally experience an error of up to 5-7 minutes a day. Any accuracy of +- 5 minutes is very good. PAYMENT
Payment is due within three days of auction end unless you have contacted me prior to auction end to arrange otherwise. Zero feedback and negative feedback bidders must first email me BEFORE bidding. All I need is a brief courtesy email telling me who you are and how you would intend to pay if you where successful. I reserve the right to cancel any bids on this auction.
SELLING POLICIES
100% satisfaction guarantee for all of my watches. If you are in any way unsatisfied with the watch I will fully refund the purchase price anytime within 60 days from date of auction ending. My goal is to exceed my client's expectations throughout the buying experience. I and my team stand behind our products, if for any reason you'll receive your product damaged or in non-functioning condition, please contact us immediately via email BEFORE leaving your feedback, we'll gladly assist you in any way we can. Your satisfaction is important to me.
Vintage watches are very delicate and I package to the highest degree to prevent damage.
To clarify all my items are Vintage or Antique and as such should Not be expected to be like a New or Quartz watch in any way whatsoever! Please bear in mind that you are buying a used watch and it will require service at some point in time.
If you have any questions after reading the description or viewing the pictures please email me PRIOR to bidding. The watch in pictures is the actual watch that You will receive. I want you to feel safe and satisfied with the purchase of your item on eBay.
After receiving the returned item, I will make a full refund for your original payment.
SHIPPING
SHIPPING - WORLDWIDE!
1. Ukraine's National Post with tracking number (28 to 35 business days) – Free. 2. UPS Worldwide Express Saver Shipping with tracking number (14 to 28 business days) – approx $98.00 (please contact me before your payment). HANDING TIME: 1-3 business days RETURNS: I provide 100% refunds within 60 days from date of auction ending, no questions asked and without opening the case in Resolution Center and negative or neutral feedback from your side. For Italy, Malaysia, Mexico, Canada, Australia, Singapore and Taiwan we are recommended for shipment only via UPS Worldwide Express Saver Shipping.
For these countries if you choose the Economy FREE Shipping, the time of delivery can be prolonged to 20-30 business days.
Items will be shipped to confirmed address on eBay. Please check with eBay if your address is confirmed.
We pack all items well but some antique watches are just not made to travel at today's speed and may need set up and possibly adjustment after shipping and because of that I'm sorry but can not guarantee function or accuracy after shipping. Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. Prior to bidding, check your country's customs regulations to determine any additional costs. For all shipments the value of the item will be declared lower than the auction price for custom duties. Also I will mark item as "gift". The taxes should be minimal.
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