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Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Apr 24, 1999

LOT 263

Seiko, No. 34340, Ref. 1019, made in 1920. Very fine, small, early and rare, water-resistant, nickelplated double-cased military wristwatch.

CHF 6,000 - 7,000

C. four body, polished outer case with concave lugs and a dedication in Japanese on the back. Polished inner case. D. matted silver with painted Arabic numerals, concentric, painted red Arabic numerals for the 24 hours indication. "Cathedrale " blued steel hands. M. 10"', Cal. 78 signed Seikosha, rhodium plated, "fausses cotes " decoration, 1 jewel, lever escapement, monometallic balance, selfcompensating flat balance-spring. Dial and movement signed, numbered on the case. Diam. 30 mmt


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Grading System
Grade: AA

Very good
Case: 4-12

Fair

Worn
Movement: *4-6

Fair

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Slightly oxidized
Dial: 4-5-01

Fair

Poor

HANDS Original

Notes

This double-case wristwatch represents anothe r invention to wards making such watches more resistant to water and dust. This model was used by the "Major Kawahei" around 1920. The dedication on the case back says: "Reward to Navy Captain".