I am a first time poster. I can only provide the picture that is attached at the moment. The watch is a solid 14 karat "Green Gold" tonneau shape. The bezel has back and white inlayed enamel.I will provide movement pictures.
The inside case picture is a file photo of another identical watch. Mine has the exact same markings with the exception of the serial number being different.
i am trying to find out as much information as I can. I have tried to research thus model without luck, that is why I am here. I look forward in hearing from you.
Hola smokes is that sweet! I dunno right off hand as it's the first one I've seen. I'll have to take a look at our ads, but wooooaawww.... nice watch.
As noted elsewhere, similar to the "Saxon" and the "Mercury" of the mid-twenties.
Beautiful second example seen, so I would say it is all Bulova, but unknown.
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Super nice and ultra rare me thinks. Unknown for me too. I'm a sucker for the enamel watches.
I will post additional pictures when I can. What "hooked" me was the solid 14 karat "Green" gold. I have been a casual collector of WW1 and the Gruen "Quadron" series for years.
I will provide pictures of the inside case
The movement
it is a hinged case as well
In all my years I have yet to see a solid green gold case. I have two Illinois watches with green gold filled. I also have solid white and rose gold case from that Era.
I look forward in hearing the continued comments. As for restoration, do I refinish the dial or leave it with its aged patina.
I have the watch with my watch repairman to have a COA completed.
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I look forward in hearing the continued comments. As for restoration, do I refinish the dial or leave it with its aged patina.
I have the watch with my watch repairman to have a COA completed.
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Well as that "patina" is probably radium residue and as is the numbers, I would get it redone with non-radium luminscent paint. It will look fantastic.
Check out Geoff Bakers watches, he has several 20's that he's had redone and they look fantastic. Plus... you know... your not going to get the cancer from them.
Wow.....wow....
The dial is a little dirty, and any messing around with it should be done by a professional.
A clean would suffice in my opinion, keep it "real".
How many people got cancer from wearing an old watch though? lol!
An unknown beauty from me.
I have attached additional pictures for verification. I would like this watch identified if possible. In addition I need a new crystal. Where can I get a new crystal. I would appreciate some direction on this. I do not have a network of parts, so I will be relying on the expertise of the forum.
I am having the movement overhauled by an amazing watch professional, he does not have access to replacement crystals.
I look forward in the identification and crystal lead.
I need a new crystal for this watch. I would appreciate any help you can give me.