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An interesting repair:

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June 07, 2007, 15:34
Greg Crockett
An interesting repair:
Still looking at the accumulation of wristwatches, including this one:


June 07, 2007, 15:36
Greg Crockett
The worn out gold filled case has been re-plated with lead solder. The same stuff was used to repair the worn through lugs. I have to wonder if someone was trying to make-due with this watch during the Great Depression of the 1930's - ?


June 07, 2007, 15:39
Greg Crockett
Interestingly, the 11 jewel Swiss Ditishiem, "Nassau" movement is still ticking a’bit- it seems like it would work if properly cleaned and oiled. But who would want to use a lead watch?

Best regards,

Greg