Tuesday, August 25, 2009

OT - or Slightly OT - Thumbnails

I saw a couple of questions about photo sizing and thought I'd share something I like to use. To get smaller pictures: a free and extremely useful program is Easy Thumbnails. ColorCast Fx is another free tool to enhance photos. You can Google and download either at no cost. --


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Help ID this pocketwatch

Can someone give me some insight about this double verge poketwatch? The movement is marked USA with a number 307387. The case is unmarked. I don't know if it is silver or not. [IMG]Link[/IMG][IMG]Link[/IMG][IMG]Link[/IMG][IMG]Link[/IMG] [IMG]Link[/IMG] [IMG]Link[/IMG][IMG]Link[/IMG][IMG]Link[/IMG][IMG]Link[/IMG] Thanks Joe


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victor special pocket watch

i have hunted high and low for information on this watch with no luck. can anyone give me any background. maker?, etc. thanks


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Suspended From Selling Watchs

E-Bay has suspended me from selling watches

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Dating a Bulova Ladies Watch

Ok - I thought I did my homework and googled this. I see there are letters that are used to date the watch. However, the watch I have - a vintage Bulova ladies 14K gold filled watch - has a serial number starting with F. F is not on any of the lists? The serial number is F307207. Anyone? Lori --


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watch material for Waltham pocket watches

Can anyone direct me to a seller whom I might be able to buy from, a part of the indicator mechanism of a Waltham 16 size pocket watch? Some one who has a large iventory of parts. Once I can establish contact, I will then be able to supply all pertinent information as to make, model etc., and the exact part that I need. Thanking in advance to anyone who can help.


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Confused about prices of what is more likely a replica

Hi there, I found this two listings 130276832106 130276829004 I am quite positive that they are replicas, even though the seller was happy offering an onsite inspection before bidding (I was bluffing). What amazes me is that the PP is going for over 3000 now... can anybody give me some light on this. Thanks


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PLEASE Help with This White Gold Watch, Art Deco ?

I've had this old watch in my dresser drawer for years. My mother found it in an old desk drawer we bought when I was kid and she gave it to me before she passed away to do what I want with it. It's never worked and I have no idea why. The face has etched roses and DIONE on the bottom and SWISS on the top. When you open it and remove the Works it says "Dione Watch Co Swiss" on the back of the Works and "Seventeen Jewels". The inside of the case is marked "Elgin Giant Watch Case Co" 14K. and some numerals after that. As you can see the band needs to be reattached (I believe the band is stainless steel), the glass is scratched, not to mention it's not working. Do you think it's worth fixing or selling As-is ? Also, any ideas what the blue jewel is on the dial ? --


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model numbers for good watches that can't be found

I see many watches that list model numbers that I can't find on any other website. Any ideas--Jim


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Authentic Coach watch? Ending soon.

Can anyone tell if this is a Coach watch? I checked Coach's website and found one similar to it, but not a 100% match. Maybe an older version of the current one? Thanks to anyone who can help.


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Longines watch question

Can anyone help with identifying this watch? Thank you in advance.[IMG]Link[/IMG]


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Bulova watch, help needed?

I am trying to find out if this watch is legit, what is the stlye, and when it was made. I am having trouble taking pictures of it, but I believe it is old enough that it is not a fake. The only marking on the back is the number 3136292 which I guess is the serial number. It has a a Speidel gold filled band. Can anyone give me any more info with the little info I have provided? TIA, Bryan --


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Lord Elgin Mens Watch

I just came across a Lord Elgin mens watch (gold filled) that I believe is a "Wandering hour and minute"

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Waltham Watch Value?

I am looking to get an estimate for a Waltham hunter case watch I own. The case is signed "KE

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Can you help ID these cases?

I had picked these up with some watch parts. They are unmarked, about 2" in diameter and 3/4" thick. Both top and bottom bezels w/crystals unscrew from the center body. They look similar to salesmans cases I've had that would display a watches works in motion through the back crystal but these are different. Are they visible watch parts boxes? Thanks for your help, Jeff


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Did I stumble on an original Rolex??

Hello all, First, happy holidays. Second, what exactly do I have here. Any help appreciated!


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Self-winding Rolex Datejust

I just bought my first Rolex watch. When I received it, it wasn't running, so I winded it up to get it started and then wore it the entire day. But I since had to wind-up the watch multiple times (5x), because it keeps stopping. 1)Has anyone experienced this type of problem with a self-winding watch? 2) How active must I be for the watch to get enough wound-up? (I'm a floor nurse so I move around a lot). 3)Is this abnormal? Any response is greatly appreciated.


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Carriage clock maker?

I am completely ignorant regarding clocks. Can anyone assist with maker, age or origin on this carriage clock? Thanks for looking.


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Authentic Longines?

I'm trying to determine if this is an authentic Longines. Can't determine how back is to be taken off. Hoping that 2 pictures will appear when I post this.(If not, I'll post another real quick) If it can be told by pictures that it's not authentic, fine. If not, any suggestions as to how to take the back off would be appreciated. Thanks very much. href="http://


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Ladies 14K gold Watches. What to do with them?

We are running into more 14K yellow gold watches now that gold is up. Not being in the watch end of the jewelry business we are lost at value. Listed one on Ebay. Had a couple of questions and watches but no bids/sales. Is there a price guide for ladies watches? If someone would care to look. The one we tried on here is 360118396667. Were we off on the price? Any help would be appreciated.


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How to open a Bucherer 1510 A Wristwatch Chronometer

I have been unable to figure out how to open this automatic watch which is not running. The scratched crystal removes easily but I don't see any place to insert a tool on the back. The hole for the stem does not communicate with either the front dial opening or the back. The outside of the case is not marked for metal content. Underneath the Swiss Made Waterproof Automatic Antimagnetic Incabloc is 1510A. Any help would be appreciated. Is there a book published that includes information about opening different types of watches? Thanks in advance.


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Vintage Chateau Gluck Swiss made acrylic watch

I have this very nice circa l960's Gluck Trading Co. Swiss made brown acrylic wrist watch. The name on the face is Chateau. It is running and overall excellent condition. Can anyone tell me anything about this or how much it might be worth? Here is a link to a photo: [IMG]Link[/IMG] thanks for any info and help. glomck


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Wadsworth Athena Child's Bracelet?

I'm into jewelry so I picked up what I thought was a vinty child's bracelet. When I got it home I found these marks: It looks like a Wadsworth watch band but doesn't open at all, it just slides on one side. I can provide additional pictures if interested. Here's one of the whole thing: I have searched all the boards, google etc and can't find any info on Wadsworth making children's jewelry. Any info appreciated. Thanks. --Patty


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Watch chain

I posted this on the jewelry board , then I thought of you fine folks. Can anyone give an age for this watch chain or any ideas at all about it, their are no markings at all on it. Its 10 inches long. Thanks


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Need help on buying rolex watch from ebay make sure it is a trusted seller

Hi -- I am interested on this watch but can Greg or someone advise me if this seller is a trusted one? Here is the link Link BRAND NEW LADIES SS/WG ROLEX DATEJUST BLACK DIAMONDS!!! NEW

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info on elgin 18s parts watch 7 jwl.

Can someone please tell me the year made

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Need help on Henry V and unidentifiable pocket watches please

Henry V: Can't make out name: Thanks for any help or history.-- My Mighty!!


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is my rolex real ?

I recently purchased a lot of antique items, in it was a watch marked rolex. oyster, pepetual day date, superlative chronometer, officially certified. the back case is missing, I can read a serial number: 7855D, I saw another movement that looked exactly like mine listed. Is this an authentic rolex and what else can I check on the watch to verify its authenticity. Thank you for your help, Arnold


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Two tone Jubilee Rolex band i need help

Hi! I need a 19mm genuine two tone jubilee rolex band for a 1971 date rolex. I am looking on Ebay and i see many with inside of the buckle is signed Stainless Steel Rolex 14K Trim USA. I ask to each seller if it plated or solid and i never have the same answer. What make the difference between Rolex original genuine 14k plated or solid. I put away reproductions. Could you help me? Thanks


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What are the criteria of a Rolex Bubbleback?

Must a Rolex Bubbleback case have the straight line between the lugs on each side and the movement be automatic? Must the crown be the screw-in type or can it be just the push-in type? Thank you for your replies and comments.


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Saturday, August 15, 2009

Audemars Piguet Watch....Need help please!

Hi there, Please help me with this Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore watch, listing number 250453886069. I would like to know if you can tell if it is an authentic or a counterfeit watch?



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Does this 14k Omega Ladies Watch look legit?

I don't know anything about watches so trying to find out if this Omega watch is real. It is simply marked 14K on the band and has no markings on the back of the case except "Rosella Mayer Rikes 1965" which I assume is engraving done at the store when it was bought. TIA, Bryan



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Confusing 14K gold? Omega

A seller has a great-looking Omega Art Deco solid gold 14K Omega watch from 1911. What has me confused is that while it is stamped 14K, it also has a Swiss pheasant hallmark and a German Crescent moon and crown hallmark. Both the pheasant and the moon w/crown hallmark are for silver, not gold, according to my watch reference book. This doesn't make any sense to me. Am I wrong to be suspicious?



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Age of Movado 18k Ladies Watch?

This watch was left to me by my ex-husband's step Grandmother (it's a long story!) I was told it might have been late 50's or 60's. It's a backwind in 18kt gold. I have been to several watch dealers and have looked through a huge watch price guide as well as looked here on ebay, but I can't find anything just like it. I had planned on selling it for the gold content (approx 40 grams) since the main spring is broken and I don't ever wear it. I'd hate to have it just melted without first trying to see if it has more value as a vintage watch that's worth repairing. I've taken the back off, but can't get the "guts" out of the gold back piece to see if it has numbers anywhere. The band is marked with the the Movado symbol. Click these links to see pics. Thanks! Kimberly Link Link



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baume

hello again. this is my last post. i received this watch to sell for a friend but i don't see any like this anywhere on the internet or ebay. so before i list this one i was wondering if its just as easy to sell it for its gold content. it weighs 66 grams. its works perfectly and has a cloudy area under the crystal that i can not clean. also its hard to see but it does read 750 which means i think 18k. any suggestions would be great. thanks lin Link Link Link Link



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Help with Alpina Union Horlogere pocket watch

Hi guys! I need a little help with this pocket watch. I am not sure if this is worth listing or not. One of the hands has been broken off but I still have it. It keeps perfect time. I know nothing about watches so if you could possibly give me some guidance that would be great. Thank you Alexandra



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Question on a Hebdomas

Thanks to all you kind people in advance!! Have questions on 2 watches. First one is a hebdomas 7 jewels, that does not work, very tarnished sterling case. I cannot find anything similar to it...is this a military watch?? It was dedicated on the inside "to JM Henry from mother 12-19-18". The top appears to be yellow plastic, aged or is this supposed to be like that. The other is a wittnauer that came in box, but I am not sure if the box is original. Box is for a Wittnauer Longines, but since I am no expert in watches, I don't see any longines indication on the watch itself, which is NOT working either. Hebdomas: Wittnauer, is this its original box? my-ricky



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Need Help! On a “ YARD” ladies watch

Yard sales stuff really piling up.. Found an interesting watch in a box filled with items that I got from a big old house sale in the ( trying to remember? ) Scranton area 3 yrs ago. I don't know a thing about watches so any help would be appreciated or if you have a link I can go to please post it ! Thank you! Information below is what I can see on it.. Says Yard on Dial. Inside says platinum and mark looks like a C with an arrow through it. Inside on the works it says C. H. Meylan , Brassus Swiss 5 adjustments 18 jewel and some numbers that are very hard to read.



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Ladies Baume 18K Links

Hello, I need an advise on where to get couple additional links to 18k catwalk and how much it would cost? I know I could go to baume dealer but it even sounds too expensive. I just purchased the watch on ebay and seller described it as 7.5 wearable length but it does not fit my 7.25. Does it even worst the trouble or just send it back and wait for the right lenght one to bid on? Thanks.



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Ladies Baume 18K Links

Hello, I need an advise on where to get couple additional links to 18k catwalk and how much it would cost? I know I could go to baume dealer but it even sounds too expensive. I just purchased the watch on ebay and seller described it as 7.5 wearable length but it does not fit my 7.25. Does it even worst the trouble or just send it back and wait for the right lenght one to bid on? Thanks.



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Need help identifying Tiffany Watch

Hello. I'm looking to find out more information regarding a mens Tiffany Watch. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Here are two links of pictures of each. I would like to find out the year and model as well as what it might be worth. Thanks in advance. -Steve Link Link



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Help!! instructions needed for Swatch Chronograph

Hi there I have a 2003 moded swatch chronograph with the 3 central dials. I cannot get the chrono to reset. This is a real pain... I've forgotten how to use the chrono function and playing with it doesn't seem to work at all. The battery is fine. Is there somewhere I can get another copy of the watch instructions, or can someone tell me how to use the chrono functions again. I may also need to adjust the flyback. Thanks Dr. Chris Kear PS searched all over the internet for this with no jot at all.



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14k FA Hirsch

I cannot find anything on this watch company, does it go by another name? Movement reads FA Hirsch, while the letters on face seem to have rubbed off ....but is it Esprit, What I see?? It is not working, have no clue on year of this little watch..... my-ricky



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Omega Deville Watch

I am wanting to buy a 60s automatic Omega Deville watch but am a little concerned with foreign sellers. Has anyone had good or bad experiences? Any particular seller to stay away from? Mike



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CW Simmons...a mysterious watch company...

I cannot find out anything at all about the maker of this watch, which I have had for almost 20 years and wore regularly for a decade or so... is there any relationship with the Simmons company that made jewelry and watch chains? TIA for any assistance, I am most appreciative. "No smoking, no drinking, and alone in bed...I am a disgrace to France."



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Raphael Leon watches Help??

Has anyone came across these timpieces? Are they a good brand? Any information would be helpful. Thanks Check out the website www.raphaelleon.com



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Could you please help me with a Vintage Longines watch?

I have a beautiful mens Longines 14kt YG watch that was handed down through my family estate. I have tried to research this on my own but can not find a watch close enough to mine to even guess at a value. It is 17 jewels serial number 7995677 which I believe dates it to the 1940's. From the "experts" I have gathered that it is marked 9L, unadjusted, calibrated #2517 and is solid 14kt gold (band and case included weighing approx 28.65). It has no numbers on the face and has a sweeping second hand on the bottom of the art deco

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Chelsea Clock Co. Boston - help is age, poss value of clock?

I inherited a small clock in 1981 that has been in storage ever since

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17 Jewel Waltham - Ladies pocket watch-???'s TIA

Hi all, I usually sell pottery

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Western Union Clock Face

Hi All. This is the sort of thing one brings home from the auction of an old clock shop. I'd like to learn what I can about this thing. In particular......Can I clean it? Any value in this condition? Thanks for looking.



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packing and shipping a shelf clock

I have a wonderful waterbury 8 day time and strike clock that I would like to put up for auction. How would I properly pack this clock to help ensure no damage. Thanks for your help.



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Please Help with Odd Character on Advertising Watch from Stouffers. TIA!

Hello! This vintage advertising watch is a recent estate find, and I have been unsuccessful in identifying the odd, little character on the face of this watch. Any idea who he is? Thanks in advance, Caren



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Railroad Clock by the Self Winding Watch Company, help

OMG this thing weighs a bloody ton, it is 18" wide by 18" high and by 4" wide It is marked Mfd by the Self Winding Watch Company, New York, NY U.S.A Synchronized Self Winding on the face I'm trying to at least come up with some type of value for this piece, I have not seen one sold, nor have I been able to find one by googling it. Any thoughts, or direction I can take. It simply neat, but fear my DH wants to hang it on our living room wall...yikessssssss



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Helmut Kammerer clown clock

missing pendulum and balasts. what were they? I mean, what did they look like? and how do I get the clock running?



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Gucci watch-real or fake?

I got a Gucci watch a while back, don't know too much abt watches, but I know Gucci is often faked. how do I tell the real from the fake? I'm embarressed to admit that I saw a show a while back that showed how to tell the fake Gucci's, but can't remember a thing I heard. old timer's disease. lol. anyway, it's square, with a troff (sp?) around the bezel, and there's no numbers. the face is "mood stone", in that it changes color with temperature change. Gucci is written at 12;00 and something tiny is written at 6:00. the back says Gucci and has an emblem of some sort but my jeweler's loop went walking yesterday and these old eyes aren't cooperating with a regular magnifying glass. that's all I can tell you abt it until I find where I hid my loop from myself...



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Kappa Wrist Watch...Anyone Familiar With Them?

Sorry to be back so soon with another question. This wrist watch is marked Kappa Quartz...Kukdong on the face, and on the back it reads: Kukdong International Mexico. Samsung ...Water Resistant...GP Stainless Steel Back.H.....A157. Does anyone know anything about these watches? I'll appreciate any help. Thanks



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S.U.G. chrome - unlockable buttons?

I just bought a couple of S.U.G. watches, and as per the first, i was perfectly satisfied with its mechanical features - the second, however, a S.U.G. "chrome" automatic multifunction has proven impossible to lock securely on the day

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Charles Griffin, Mundford 1819 silver pocket watch

I have an old silver pocket watch that I want to list. The back, when opened up, says "Chas. Griffin" at the top, "Mundford" at the bottom and has "A1918" (I assume is the date) on the right side. I can't seem to find anything on the web about this watch or the company. Anyone know anything?



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Question About Rolex Watches

Hi, Does anyone know if Rolex watches were ever marked Oyster Quartz (two words) rather that Oysterquartz? I'll appreciate any help...thanks...



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Morhua Kamhen watch (N is actually backwards)

I have a watch made by that company and cant find any info on it. Anyone who knows anything, please help.



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Omega Seamaster Professional Gold/SS Quartz?

Do you know omega ever issue Gold/SS bond quartz or not. I been told omega never issue Gold/SS Bond Quartz. They only have Gold/SS Bond automatic. However, I saw some Gold/SS Bond sell in ebay right now. I have no idea it is real or fake. Do you have any information? Link



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Watch brush made in switzerland?

Hi, I have no idea if this is a watch brush but its the only thing I could come up with...Can anyone help me out? Feel free to tell me to get the heck off this discussion board If im in the wrong place. Thanks for any help in advance.



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Franklin Mint Ltd Edition American Golden Eagle Coin Wrist Watch

Hi I purchased frm Franklin Mint,Parnell,Auckland.New Zealand,back in the mid 1980's the above mentioned watch.I am looking for anyone that may have a Pix of this particular and very limited edition watch,to forward to me. Many Thanks...Mal.THOMAS



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Looking for information on Charles Vogele watch

Hi, I have a Charles Vogele solar CV-7595 water resistant 10 Bar watch, can't seem to find any info on internet. The back of the watch says Titanium.. Trying to find value, any information would be appreciated. Thanks!



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Henry Turnheim Schmitz 15J Lucite Horseshoe Lapel Watch

Hi again! Thanks before hand to all of you!! I have this lapel watch, missing the lapel pin part,frame is lucite in form of a horseshoe. I cannot find anything on this maker. It reads Henry Turnheim Schmitz Swiss Nickel. It is NOT working, it winds and winds.....but nothing. There is a worn spot on the lucite horseshoe between 11 and 12 oclock, to me it looks like a worn spot, maybe from flipping it when worn....it almost looks lke a very minor melt? Is it even worth listing? my-ricky



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Help with Panerai watch

can some one help me to see if this panerai watch real or fake. Will really appreciate your insight.. Thanks Link



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Can anyone tell me anything about this watch?

Hello ,A friend mine found this watch with a medal detector..Don't know anything about watches,but it has F.W. Bromberg on the face of watch,the outer I can't quite make out the first letter BW or BM are the last 2...Inside has a number#14072203,inner back has same number and C.M.C. Co....thanks." target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Link



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Silver General Pocket Watch/swiss made can't find any info

I recently bought a pocket watch that runs beautifully but I can't find any information on it. Please Help-- the face i believe is consider double sunk and on the bottom of the face below the 6 it says SWISS, inside on the cover it states GENERAL W. Co. SWISS with what looks to be a stamped lion and the #'s in a box 0.925 then below that it has a Z and below that a bunch of #'s, On the second cover that opens to the movement it also has a box with the # 0.925 with the animal stamp below it and below that a bunch of #'s and the letter Z. On the movement it states GENERAL W. Co. SWISS, 2 ADJUSTMENTS, 7 JEWELS. Please help with any info anyone might have ty ty ty ty!



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Help with ladies 1970's Omega watch 14K

I inherited this watch from my mother and remember her wearing it in the 1970's and 80's. I've spent hours online trying to find out the model name and other info, but have found very little information. It is marked 14K on the band and case. The inside case numbers are: H 8928 and 226901.The movement is marked 22 jewel, 1070 (calibre), and a what I assume is the serial number 693292 It is not running, so that brings up the question, if I were to sell it, is it worth getting it cleaned and repaired, or is it worth more for the gold value. Any information would be much appreciated!



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Movado Polyplan

Jewelers have said this watch is in excellent condition. Found in my mother's safe deposit box - was my great uncle's watch; last worn in the 1950s. Does anyone have suggestions on how to establish price and whether it should be subject to auction? Any other suggestions would also be welcome.



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Are J.Boss cases always Gold Filled?

Just wondering from all the discussion I have seen cases marked J.Boss 14K Guaranteed 20 years are gold filled. Is this always correct?



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I can'i believe Omega.....

.....I have an old (1944) Omega bump hammer auto in 18K. It runs, keeps time. and is solid. I got nostalgic and thought to get it cleaned , new crystal, maybe new dial. Went to Omega's site and found the local service shop. Just got the call, it's too old for them, must be sent to Switzerland for evaluation. $800.00 plus $75.00 shipping if I want the service. WTF??? Are they just blowing me off or what? To the Bay. If wishes were horses beggars would ride.



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Movado Polyplan

Jewelers have said this watch is in excellent condition. Found in my mother's safe deposit box - was my great uncle's watch; last worn in the 1950s. Does anyone have suggestions on how to establish price and whether it should be subject to auction? Any other suggestions would also be welcome.



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We say no to replica and fake watches - need your help too

Recently i have faced with the problem on Ebay: i have put the Omega watch, received as a gift from my previous place of work, and later on it was found as replica watch. This made me to start the project on creation the resource on the net, with help of users from all watch-related forums and professional watchmakers globally, give the answers on the doubts of watch-buy planners and identify the discrepancies between replicas and originals. Currently the resource is under construction, but i hope that in the nearest future we will launch this project. I rely on the help of users from EBay Community. As an example, i have seen the fake U.Nardin watches here. There are plans to invite the professionals from watch making companies to answer the users questions. The negotiations are on going. so keep checking the site. www.NoFakeWatches.org www.NoFakeWatches.net This is not advertisement, spam or something like it, my only aim is to help the people to spend their money on the real things. The site is under construction currently, but PLEASE CHECK IN 3 WEEKS TIME!



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Omega or Omega fake??? Deville Quartz

Well I have an "omega" watch, which I would like to list, but do not want to get into trouble with eBay in case it is a fake. I truly want to thank you all beforehand!!! I took this watch to my jeweler and he says it is real. He says it needs a coil, a cleaning and and overhaul, he did not add a battery....because it would not work as it is. Do you all think this may be original? Is it a ladies or men, or both? The speidel black lizard grain band is deteriorating.



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Tuesday, August 4, 2009

Audemars Piguet Watch....Need help please!

Hi there, Please help me with this Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore watch, listing number 250453886069. I would like to know if you can tell if it is an authentic or a counterfeit watch?



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Does this 14k Omega Ladies Watch look legit?

I don't know anything about watches so trying to find out if this Omega watch is real. It is simply marked 14K on the band and has no markings on the back of the case except "Rosella Mayer Rikes 1965" which I assume is engraving done at the store when it was bought. TIA, Bryan



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Please help with this Michele watch

Can anyone please tell me if this Michele is a real one? I am not yet very familiar with all of their markings. Item# 260442032472. Thanks so much for your help.



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Age of Movado 18k Ladies Watch?

This watch was left to me by my ex-husband's step Grandmother (it's a long story!) I was told it might have been late 50's or 60's. It's a backwind in 18kt gold. I have been to several watch dealers and have looked through a huge watch price guide as well as looked here on ebay, but I can't find anything just like it. I had planned on selling it for the gold content (approx 40 grams) since the main spring is broken and I don't ever wear it. I'd hate to have it just melted without first trying to see if it has more value as a vintage watch that's worth repairing. I've taken the back off, but can't get the "guts" out of the gold back piece to see if it has numbers anywhere. The band is marked with the the Movado symbol. Click these links to see pics. Thanks! Kimberly Link Link



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Confusing 14K gold? Omega

A seller has a great-looking Omega Art Deco solid gold 14K Omega watch from 1911. What has me confused is that while it is stamped 14K, it also has a Swiss pheasant hallmark and a German Crescent moon and crown hallmark. Both the pheasant and the moon w/crown hallmark are for silver, not gold, according to my watch reference book. This doesn't make any sense to me. Am I wrong to be suspicious?



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baume

hello again. this is my last post. i received this watch to sell for a friend but i don't see any like this anywhere on the internet or ebay. so before i list this one i was wondering if its just as easy to sell it for its gold content. it weighs 66 grams. its works perfectly and has a cloudy area under the crystal that i can not clean. also its hard to see but it does read 750 which means i think 18k. any suggestions would be great. thanks lin Link Link Link Link



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Help with Alpina Union Horlogere pocket watch

Hi guys! I need a little help with this pocket watch. I am not sure if this is worth listing or not. One of the hands has been broken off but I still have it. It keeps perfect time. I know nothing about watches so if you could possibly give me some guidance that would be great. Thank you Alexandra



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Need Help! On a “ YARD” ladies watch

Yard sales stuff really piling up.. Found an interesting watch in a box filled with items that I got from a big old house sale in the ( trying to remember? ) Scranton area 3 yrs ago. I don't know a thing about watches so any help would be appreciated or if you have a link I can go to please post it ! Thank you! Information below is what I can see on it.. Says Yard on Dial. Inside says platinum and mark looks like a C with an arrow through it. Inside on the works it says C. H. Meylan , Brassus Swiss 5 adjustments 18 jewel and some numbers that are very hard to read.



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Question on a Hebdomas

Thanks to all you kind people in advance!! Have questions on 2 watches. First one is a hebdomas 7 jewels, that does not work, very tarnished sterling case. I cannot find anything similar to it...is this a military watch?? It was dedicated on the inside "to JM Henry from mother 12-19-18". The top appears to be yellow plastic, aged or is this supposed to be like that. The other is a wittnauer that came in box, but I am not sure if the box is original. Box is for a Wittnauer Longines, but since I am no expert in watches, I don't see any longines indication on the watch itself, which is NOT working either. Hebdomas: Wittnauer, is this its original box? my-ricky



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Ladies Baume 18K Links

Hello, I need an advise on where to get couple additional links to 18k catwalk and how much it would cost? I know I could go to baume dealer but it even sounds too expensive. I just purchased the watch on ebay and seller described it as 7.5 wearable length but it does not fit my 7.25. Does it even worst the trouble or just send it back and wait for the right lenght one to bid on? Thanks.



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Ladies Baume 18K Links

Hello, I need an advise on where to get couple additional links to 18k catwalk and how much it would cost? I know I could go to baume dealer but it even sounds too expensive. I just purchased the watch on ebay and seller described it as 7.5 wearable length but it does not fit my 7.25. Does it even worst the trouble or just send it back and wait for the right lenght one to bid on? Thanks.



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Guarantee repair of a watch

I have bought a watch. The seller has declared a guarantee 2 years. For two years a watch has broken three times. Guarantee repair has been made free of charge two times. In third time the seller demands payment of repair and the postage. The guarantee has ended 8/06/2009. The Watch has been sent the seller 21/05/2009. There is a post receipt with sending date. How I can complain of the seller who does not carry out guarantee certificates?



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Need help identifying Tiffany Watch

Hello. I'm looking to find out more information regarding a mens Tiffany Watch. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Here are two links of pictures of each. I would like to find out the year and model as well as what it might be worth. Thanks in advance. -Steve Link Link



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Help!! instructions needed for Swatch Chronograph

Hi there I have a 2003 moded swatch chronograph with the 3 central dials. I cannot get the chrono to reset. This is a real pain... I've forgotten how to use the chrono function and playing with it doesn't seem to work at all. The battery is fine. Is there somewhere I can get another copy of the watch instructions, or can someone tell me how to use the chrono functions again. I may also need to adjust the flyback. Thanks Dr. Chris Kear PS searched all over the internet for this with no jot at all.



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Omega Deville Watch

I am wanting to buy a 60s automatic Omega Deville watch but am a little concerned with foreign sellers. Has anyone had good or bad experiences? Any particular seller to stay away from? Mike



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14k FA Hirsch

I cannot find anything on this watch company, does it go by another name? Movement reads FA Hirsch, while the letters on face seem to have rubbed off ....but is it Esprit, What I see?? It is not working, have no clue on year of this little watch..... my-ricky



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CW Simmons...a mysterious watch company...

I cannot find out anything at all about the maker of this watch, which I have had for almost 20 years and wore regularly for a decade or so... is there any relationship with the Simmons company that made jewelry and watch chains? TIA for any assistance, I am most appreciative. "No smoking, no drinking, and alone in bed...I am a disgrace to France."



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Raphael Leon watches Help??

Has anyone came across these timpieces? Are they a good brand? Any information would be helpful. Thanks Check out the website www.raphaelleon.com



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Chelsea Clock Co. Boston - help is age, poss value of clock?

I inherited a small clock in 1981 that has been in storage ever since

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Could you please help me with a Vintage Longines watch?

I have a beautiful mens Longines 14kt YG watch that was handed down through my family estate. I have tried to research this on my own but can not find a watch close enough to mine to even guess at a value. It is 17 jewels serial number 7995677 which I believe dates it to the 1940's. From the "experts" I have gathered that it is marked 9L, unadjusted, calibrated #2517 and is solid 14kt gold (band and case included weighing approx 28.65). It has no numbers on the face and has a sweeping second hand on the bottom of the art deco

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17 Jewel Waltham - Ladies pocket watch-???'s TIA

Hi all, I usually sell pottery

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Western Union Clock Face

Hi All. This is the sort of thing one brings home from the auction of an old clock shop. I'd like to learn what I can about this thing. In particular......Can I clean it? Any value in this condition? Thanks for looking.



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Please Help with Odd Character on Advertising Watch from Stouffers. TIA!

Hello! This vintage advertising watch is a recent estate find, and I have been unsuccessful in identifying the odd, little character on the face of this watch. Any idea who he is? Thanks in advance, Caren



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packing and shipping a shelf clock

I have a wonderful waterbury 8 day time and strike clock that I would like to put up for auction. How would I properly pack this clock to help ensure no damage. Thanks for your help.



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Railroad Clock by the Self Winding Watch Company, help

OMG this thing weighs a bloody ton, it is 18" wide by 18" high and by 4" wide It is marked Mfd by the Self Winding Watch Company, New York, NY U.S.A Synchronized Self Winding on the face I'm trying to at least come up with some type of value for this piece, I have not seen one sold, nor have I been able to find one by googling it. Any thoughts, or direction I can take. It simply neat, but fear my DH wants to hang it on our living room wall...yikessssssss



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Helmut Kammerer clown clock

missing pendulum and balasts. what were they? I mean, what did they look like? and how do I get the clock running?



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Gucci watch-real or fake?

I got a Gucci watch a while back, don't know too much abt watches, but I know Gucci is often faked. how do I tell the real from the fake? I'm embarressed to admit that I saw a show a while back that showed how to tell the fake Gucci's, but can't remember a thing I heard. old timer's disease. lol. anyway, it's square, with a troff (sp?) around the bezel, and there's no numbers. the face is "mood stone", in that it changes color with temperature change. Gucci is written at 12;00 and something tiny is written at 6:00. the back says Gucci and has an emblem of some sort but my jeweler's loop went walking yesterday and these old eyes aren't cooperating with a regular magnifying glass. that's all I can tell you abt it until I find where I hid my loop from myself...



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Kappa Wrist Watch...Anyone Familiar With Them?

Sorry to be back so soon with another question. This wrist watch is marked Kappa Quartz...Kukdong on the face, and on the back it reads: Kukdong International Mexico. Samsung ...Water Resistant...GP Stainless Steel Back.H.....A157. Does anyone know anything about these watches? I'll appreciate any help. Thanks



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Charles Griffin, Mundford 1819 silver pocket watch

I have an old silver pocket watch that I want to list. The back, when opened up, says "Chas. Griffin" at the top, "Mundford" at the bottom and has "A1918" (I assume is the date) on the right side. I can't seem to find anything on the web about this watch or the company. Anyone know anything?



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S.U.G. chrome - unlockable buttons?

I just bought a couple of S.U.G. watches, and as per the first, i was perfectly satisfied with its mechanical features - the second, however, a S.U.G. "chrome" automatic multifunction has proven impossible to lock securely on the day

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