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Great example Alex...

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July 2, 09 00:39

Nice to see one with the luminescence still intact .  Just to add a bit to your story; the Corps of Engineers contracted for 5000 pieces but Vacheron was only able to deliver the stated 3289.  So the balance were supplied by other Swiss manufacturers.  I've seen a Ulysse Nardin version...has anyone seen others?  

Some watches were taken home as personal property after the war and they were often re-cased in plain silver cases.  Still a bit large for the vest pocket IMHO .  Now, the original cases may have had incorrect movements installed afterwards, which sounds like this poster's example.


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Alex Ghotbi Jul 1, 09 18:50

  • Great example Alex...

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