January 15, 2012, 08:31
Eugene Buffard163 Illinois in White GF 173 Case Excellent Condition
Sold on IHC Auctions at 18:00 hrs on Friday 1-20-12. This auction had a reserve of $2,500.
Buy it now of $3,000.00 I had offers of $2,500 from some stand up guys. But I think it is worth more. You be the judge. 23 jewel 163 TypeI model Illinois 16 size with about 3,800 produced.
January 15, 2012, 08:34
Eugene BuffardThe case back is of a pattern with no monograms. That is worth about
January 15, 2012, 08:36
Eugene BuffardThe inside of the case has 2 jewelers marks.
January 15, 2012, 08:40
Eugene BuffardWith magnification of 50X power. The top of the lugs by the crown show some brass. and also some grime. Just remember to get your microscope out to see it.
A standard 10x loupe will NOT do the trick
January 15, 2012, 08:45
Eugene BuffardWith about
50X to 100X power you can see the case back showing a tiny amount of wear. it is not new old stock. But was only carried for 2 services from a watchmaker.
January 15, 2012, 08:53
Eugene BuffardThe dial is amazing with no hairlines ,chips.
January 15, 2012, 09:01
Eugene BuffardHere is a photo off the 163 Type I movement. You can see it listed in the IHC "Seven Stars" Database.
January 15, 2012, 09:06
Eugene BuffardHere is a Link to the discussion on this watch.
163 Illinois.January 15, 2012, 09:15
Eugene BuffardOne last photo of the dial. NO CHIPS, HAIRLINES, CRACKS. This is one great watch. but I need a little extra money. So I'm going to sell it off.
Boy Larry you sure know quality when you see it. Good Luck in winning this one.
January 15, 2012, 09:18
Eugene BuffardNow it is the last photo of the dial.
January 15, 2012, 11:25
Larry LamphierSOLD!!
Check is in the mail Gene.
Thank you!
Regards,
Larry
January 15, 2012, 11:29
Eugene BuffardI'll repack your Hamiltons and ship them all at once. Yippeee Free shipping on all 5 watches. All kidding aside THANK YOU.