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Fahy's 16 size Bristol 14K wgf case with black enamel "Click" to Login or Register 
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I picked this case up off ebay with a 7 jewel Elgin stuffed in it. One I was a bit surprised I got it for the price I paid and two I wondered why someone would stuff a 7j movement in it.
The case is in extremely good condition with just a bit of black enamel missing from the bezel that should be an easy fix.
I have not seen too many Fahy's cases like this and felt that stuffing a nice Elgin Veritas grade 375 might look good in it.
Is this a typical case or a bit different than most Fahy's "RR" cases?



 
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Wow Claude, thats a beautiful case.I've never seen that style before, must be late 20's-early 30's.That is a keeper for sure!Best regards, Ted.
 
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Very sharp Claude. The style of the case reminds me of a Bunn Special 1st model case.


Best Regards,

Ed
 
Posts: 6696 | Location: Southwestern Pennsylvania, USA | Registered: April 19, 2004
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I wondered why someone would stuff a 7j movement in it.

It's not that uncommon. Those who needed a good and reliable time keeper, bought a RR grade movement and saved money on the case. Those who wanted to show off, bought a fancy case and saved money on a cheap movement.
Regards, Krister
 
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