L163
The round shaped gold plated metal case is 36,5mm wide not including the crown. Full length is 45mm. It is 18mm wide between the lugs.
Specifics of this model:
1 - Very cool classic design case.
2 - Very cool genuine vintage looks.
3 – features the Valjoux 22 movement, a top performer of that era that also was inside the best bands chronographs, namely Rolex, Heuer, etc, etc.
The reference number in the back: - see the picture
cosmetics
dial: The dial is very beautiful and detailed, with lovely patine. I would say it is in excellent condition, but judge for yourself - see the pictures and make your own opinion
hands: the hands are in excellent condition, with minimal wear - see the pictures and make your own opinion
case: it seems to have been re-plated, it shows almost no signs of wear - see the pictures and make your own opinion
the crown and the pushers: show only small signs of wear - see the pictures and make your own opinion
Movement: It is in very nice condition - see the pictures and make your own opinion
The crystal: is plastic / Plexiglas - it is in excellent condition - it has no cracking, glazing or ugly scratches - see the pictures and make your own opinion
The bracelet is made of nylon. It is a gift that goes with the watch. It is 18mm wide
Inside the watch:
High quality 17 jewels, Swiss made Valjoux 22 movement. A legendary chronograph movement of the past.
Service history:
1 – The movement was subject to a C.L.A. job in 2020 by a trusted watchmaker. For those of you who might not know what a C.L.A. job means, it involves the disassembling of the watch mechanism and having it cleaned in a specific machine with special liquids to remove dry oil and dirt. Afterwards the movement is lubricated with the proper oils and adjusted after being tested in a vibrograf machine.
If it is not stated that the watch has been serviced recently you would better consider a revision by an expert watchmaker.
Working condition:
Working very well. Runs very strong. Time setting and winding are both smooth. All chronograph functions work fine.
The chronograph was put to work overnight and was still working in the morning.
These simple home tests are not a warranty of repeatability or accuracy .
Like a car, a mechanical watch will require periodic maintenance by an expert watchmaker. Therefore, unless it is specified that the watch was serviced recently, a maintenance service is advised.
the watch is sold as is, without any sort of warranty.
Mechanical watches, like a car, need periodic maintenance. Usually a maintenance service is advised every 5 years
Please note:
1 - The watch should not be used in the water! All diving watches, even recent, should be sent for a qualified water sealing service each year prior to diving season.
2 - Any acrylic or metallic display that might appear in the pictures is not included in the sale!
the watch is sold as is, without any sort of warranty.
Remember that seeing the item at very high magnification, as in the pictures that I provide, brings to life small defects that the human eye does not perceive. That is why many people will like even more the watch after seeing it for real.
International Buyers - important notes
1 - This item is located in the European Community so there are no taxes for countries inside the European Community.
2 - Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility and are normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company or when you pick the item up. Do not confuse them with additional shipping charges. Please note that if the item is returned to me because the buyer refused to pay taxes or didn't take any necessary action, the total cost of shipping will be deducted from the refund
3 - I advise you to check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding.
4 - Before bidding, make certain that the item offered in this auction does not in any way violate international laws, customs or postage restrictions of your country.
Registered Shipping by CTT
Please read this as it gives you detailed information concerning shipping, insurance, tracking and time to arrive to your country.
Insurance for loss Insurance for loss is included at a cost of 2% of item's value. Insurance will be provided by a third party, not by the post, since I could not find a courier that insures collectibles, precious objects and watches.
Tracking
Registered shipping (requiring your signature upon reception) can be tracked directly from the eBay page provided that you are in Japan or in a European Community country .
Some countries might not provide the tracking feature. Please check with your country postal office beforehand as I cannot have this information. In any case the shipping can be always be traced if anything goes wrong.
Important note concerning expected time of arrival: under normal circumstances, in the European Community zone , the package is due to arrive in five to seven business days. Outside the Euro countries it will take considerably more days due to longer distance, grouping of parcels and customs bureaucracy. Usually 27 to 35 days, a few times less than that, depending of your country.
Expedited shipping
For some countries where tracking has proved not to work, like Australia, Canada New Zealand and several other countries shipping has to be made by FEDEX, sorry for that.
1 - Please note that shipping costs include safe and careful packing.
By buying or making an offer you agree with all that is stated above.
Please skip this auction/sale if you don't agree with everything or if you disagree with something that is stated, thanks!