Important Collectors’ Wristwatches, P...

New York, Jun 14, 2006

LOT 164

?Benson Blitz? J. W. Benson, London, "Blitz", No. 027/100, Ref. R 81750. Made in a limited edition of 100 pieces in the 1990s with a movement from the 1940s. Fine and rare 18K gold gentleman's wristwatch.

USD 2,000 - 3,000

EUR 1,600 - 2,400

Sold: USD 7,080

C. Three-body, solid, polished and brushed, case back with 4 screws, rounded stepped bezel, ball-shaped winding-crown, sapphire crystal. D. Matte silver with painted Arabic numerals, subsidiary seconds dial. Blued steel "Breguet" hands. M. Cal.10???, rhodium-plated, 15 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, flat balance-spring. Dial, case and movement signed. Dim. 26 X 30 mm. Thickness 9 mm. To be sold without reserve


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Grading System
Grade: AA

Very good

Case: 3

Good

Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 3-5-01

Good

Poor

HANDS Original