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Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Apr 18, 1998

LOT 214

Omega "Marine", 1930's. Very fine and rare, waterproof, square, stainless steel "Staybrite" gentleman's wristwatch with double case.

CHF 3,000 - 4,000

Sold: CHF 3,680

C. polished, satined, stepped bezel, top winder. D. matt silver with painted Arabic numerals. "Moderne" blued steel hands. M. 9"' movement, rhodium plated, 17 jewels, lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance, Breguet balance-spring. Dial, case and movement signed. Dim. 24 x 35 mm.


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Grading System
Grade: AAA

Excellent

Case: 14-35

Damaged

To be restored

Movement: 2

Very good

Dial: 2-51

Very good

Partially reprinted

Notes

This watch bears a special double case sliding system patented by Omega for waterproofing, fastening in the back with a turnclown click.