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     Rita Scott (209.52.116.152 - 209.52.116.152) Rating: N/A |
We have been doing some spring cleaning and found some old watches. We have a graduation gift from 1974. It's a lady's Tudor by Rolex. Still runs like a charm. We also have a watch that was found by my husband on a job site a few years back. It is a Montrose Datofix 17 jewels. It has a dial that tracks phases of the moon. It also has a second hand. We took it to a jeweller a year ago and had it cleaned. They were very impressed. With just a minor cleaning it runs like a charm. Any idea what the value is? | ||
| zaf Rating: N/A |
I don't have a good handle on the ladies tudor but would guess $200 if it is steel. The Montrose Datofix is somewhat of a generic brand but triple date moonphases are desirable. Assuming it is gold filled/steel or a combination of the two, value is $250-$350 depending on how nice & original it is. Add $300 if is 14k gold and about $400 if 18k Zaf | ||
| anna murphy Rating: N/A |
I have a Jaeger-LeCoultre bracelet watch that was bought in 1946 in Budapest. It is a heavy gold bracelet with diagonal links all around. The tiny watch is hidden until one of the links is opened. I was told that this is a limited edition watch. I would appreciate any information that you might have regarding such an item. Thank you, e-mail: [email protected] | ||
| J Madison Rating: N/A |
I have aquired a Hamilton wrist watch and am trying to date and get an approximate value. On the inside of the back cover it is engraved Hamiton W Co. 14K gold filled 277109. On the (clockworks?) is says Hmilton USA 17 Jewels 980 G159477. It is 3/4" wide and from pin to pin it is 1 1/4" long. The crystal is clear. The no.s are gold toned, as are the hands and the second counter. The square second counter is above the no 6, the color of the face is champagne. It seems to be in working order. | ||
| zaf Rating: N/A |
re: The Jaeger-LeCoultre bracelet watch, these are relatively rare and can fetch good money in the right environment. Depending on how heavy and wide it is, it is worth anywhere from $600 to $2,000. $2,000 being for a very wide bracelet with lots of gold and possibly diamonds. One such watch sold at auction for $2,200 in 10/1999. | ||
| Don Baker Rating: N/A |
J- On the Hamilton. I can id it easily if you can provide an image of some kind. Otherwise, it fits the desciption of 40-50 Hamilton models produced from 1935 through the early 1950's. Don | ||
| zaf Rating: N/A |
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| Tammy LeVeque Rating: N/A |
I have a New Haven Model B pocket watch in it's box with guarantee. Can't get the back off, but it says "compensated" on the front. Just wondering if it's of any value. Thank you, Tammy | ||
| zaf Rating: N/A |
Not sure, is it gold? Zaf | ||
| susan longinidis Rating: N/A |
i have a ladies wrist watch that ican find nothing about.iwill appreciate any info.the watch is somewhat small with a ss bracelet. the brand name is MANSON. its a swiss made piece. the front of it is covered with a high profile glass casing and inside looks like gold leaflets are adjacent to the numbers.works like a charm and i will appreciate any info as to the origin and date also value thanx | ||
| zaf Rating: N/A |
Sounds like one of the many "generic" Swiss makes. Unfortunately, unless it has a wild design, its value will be limited to value of the case + a few dollars. Zaf | ||
| Nathan Thompson Rating: N/A |
I have a ladies Lanco 14kt. gold watch. The watch and braclett are both 14kt. gold. Can you tell me how much it is worth. | ||
| zaf Rating: N/A |
Gernerally the ladies items, are gold content + say $50 to $100. | ||
| Sr. Accion Rating: N/A |
I recently found a two-register, "Timecraft" signed, chronograph,17 jewel, Swiss Made, worn nickel plated case, stainless unsigned round, snap back case . It looks like it is from 40's same look to face, case, bottons as a [Baume & Mercier # (Ref mpta333)} with identical "applied yellow numeral and marker dial (original). Two registers: constant seconds and a 30 minute recorder. Chronograph sweep seconds. Dial calibrated for tachymetre." I found this in a junk store in Cuenca, Ecuador. It runs, loses a little time. Is this a valuable/rare enough watch to justify having the body replated, new crystal, and perhaps having he dial(gold anodized ?)cleaned. I've never found any references to this wath maker | ||
| zaf Rating: N/A |
It would probably be worth around $200 if running correctly and in decent shape. | ||
| James Rating: N/A |
I'm trying to find some history on a vintage watch that I bought at an auction some time last month. The face says 17 jewel "CLINTON" SWISS. The case is gold? / gold tone and the 12 / 3 & 9 have a diamond? / simulated diamond instead of the number. How old? Value? It is running and appears to be a very nice watch. Can you help? | ||
| zaf Rating: N/A |
"Clinton" is a generic Swiss make, most are not very valuable. | ||
| Janice Stone Unregistered guest Rating: N/A |
I have an Arnex pocket watch, appears to be gold with a dog and a bird on the case. The face of the watch is in Roman numerals. Says 17 jewels and incabloc. There are three red flowers curved around the center. I dont have any idea of the value, but to look at it seems in A-1 shape, but it doesnt wind up, would it be worth the money spent to have it fixed? | ||
| Zaf Moderator Username: Zaf Post Number: 101 Registered: 05-2003 Rating: N/A |
I'd say probably not worth the effort, sounds like another "generic Swiss" brand to me.... | ||
| J Unregistered guest Rating: N/A |
I found a "Bolshevik" mechanical counter-clockwise watch in some type of a wooden case. the case os marked "Safe Electric Time Bomb". My grandfather was a explosive blaster and these were used. This watch is mint, in the case, still in the wrapper and cardboard tube. It has a black face with an red area at the top. between the 11:00 and 1:00. Any ideas ???? J | ||
| Zaf Moderator Username: Zaf Post Number: 124 Registered: 05-2003 Rating: N/A |
Wow. Sounds neat but no idea, sorry! Zaf | ||
| Jana Smith Unregistered guest Rating: N/A |
I have a platinum and diamond baguette shaped ladies wristwatch. The face says Cyma, but the movement is stamped Concord. Has the face been replaced at some point or did Concord ever make movements for Cyma? | ||
| Zaf Moderator Username: Zaf Post Number: 136 Registered: 05-2003 Rating: N/A |
I would say the dial has been replaced at some point. What is the case stamped? | ||
| m.mitchell Unregistered guest Rating: N/A |
I have a mens 18k rose gold watch that belonged to my grandfather. The maker is PHIGIET. Second hand dial on the left side of the face as well as another dial on the right side of the face. 2 sets of numbers in black surround the dial. Numbers are gold and outlined in black.I can not pull up even one reference to this watchmaker on the internet. Any idea re: the value, country of origin, estimated date of manufacture? Any info would be appreciated. | ||
| Zaf Moderator Username: Zaf Post Number: 139 Registered: 05-2003 Rating: N/A |
It sounds like one of the miscellaneous Swiss brands, from your description, an 18K chronograph of some kind. If it's the thin gold variety, value is 400 to 600 at the most. | ||
| Tim Medcalf New member Username: Bella Post Number: 1 Registered: 09-2003 Rating: N/A |
Trying to learn more about an 18 ct. yellow gold Omega automatic Cal. 715 Moon Phase Watch that I purchased around 1990 from an authorized Omega Jeweler. The accompanying Omega instructions state the following: "Manufactured in small series by master craftsmen of exceptional know-how, this 18 ct. solid gold Omega watch is designed to provide years of .... Classically elegant case, water-resistant to 30 meters; high quality automatic movement visible from the back through a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal; dial crystal also in sapphire. Hand-crafted finish. Like all Omega wathces, the 'Moon Phase' model benefits from an international guarantee..." The movement is 24j and much of the movement appears to be solid gold. There is a faintly visualized hand engraving that appears to be a number on one of the strap 'struts'. The Moon Phase is at 6 O'clock, the month and day in small boxed cutaways at 11 and 1, and the date is marked by a hand that has a semilunar end. I've only seen one other and it was in Italy. I'd like to consider buying another matching watch. I'll try to post pictures as I can. Thanks. | ||
| Jana Smith Unregistered guest Rating: N/A |
Zaf, Re. my platinum and diamond baguette, lady's watch whose face says Cyma and movement says Concord...the case is marked only on the inside and then all it says is 10% Irid. Platinum...pretty generic...do you think the whole thing was pieced together at some point? Thanks! | ||
| harry granito Unregistered guest Rating: N/A |
Bucherer: Wondering the value of a watch I purchased new in 1966. It is a Bucherer chonograph, steel, with offset seconds (by the 9)and an offset minute counter by the 3. It has a dark green face. It runs great and I'm keping it forever, but whats is worth? thanks | ||
| Zaf Moderator Username: Zaf Post Number: 201 Registered: 05-2003 Rating: N/A |
Probably in the $300-400 range. Hard to say without a picture. | ||
| mark wilding Unregistered guest Rating: N/A |
hi, i have my grandfathers wristwatch and would very much like to know more about it. it is swiss made and marked KOH-I-NOOR. the 'swiss made' print is almost invisible to the eye. it is a small thin watch, the case and back appear to be gold any help much appreciated. m wilding, NZ | ||
| Nat Chatterjie Unregistered guest Rating: N/A |
I have a 14k gold tank Wittnauer key wind wrist watch which does not work. I would like to know how I could get it serviced and made to work. It was not dropped or damaged. The wtch is probably from the 60s and has asweep second at 6. Wonder what its worth and what it would cost to service | ||
| AlanPeed Unregistered guest Rating: N/A |
Dear Sir, I have a legacy men's watch i got from my dad. The face, at the top says "STUART", "17 Jewels", "ORION", and at the bottom it says "INCABLOC", "AUTOMATIC", and "NINAFLEX MAINSPRING". At the very bottom, very small letters "SWISS". On bottom edge of watch, it says " 10K R.G.P", and on top edge it says "62". I can locate no information on this brand on the Web, though I did locate one picture of a Stuart Watch watchbox. The watch still runs fine and still keeps good time. Wondering what its worth.. | ||
| Zaf Moderator Username: Zaf Post Number: 421 Registered: 05-2003 Rating: N/A |
Sounds like a generic Swiss watch, American market gold filled case, probably not worth much, call it $100. | ||
| bernie Unregistered guest Rating: N/A |
grandfathers watch hamilton, gold with leather band sguare face gold back presented to him in 1940 as a retirement gift. value? | ||
| Zaf Moderator Username: Zaf Post Number: 439 Registered: 05-2003 Rating: N/A |
Way to much variety here to give a value. Go to my price guide at: http://www.watch-prices.com/ click on the free sample which is for Hamilton, I'm sure it is in there. | ||
| bernie Unregistered guest Rating: N/A |
Hi, thanks for the tip on my grandfathers gold hamilton 1940 sguare watch. Needs a cyrstal how would I find one that would match a watch this old. enjoyed the hamilton page did not know they made so meny thanks again. | ||
| Christy McMahon Unregistered guest Rating: N/A |
I've got a Selecta DE LUXE, 21 jewels, shockproof, antimagnetic, waterprotected, stainless steel. It's gold, brass maybe. It's really dirty so hard to tell but I don't knw what to clean it with. Also, cannot open back. Wondering if you might know how and how old this watch might be.  | ||
| Zaf Moderator Username: Zaf Post Number: 456 Registered: 05-2003 Rating: N/A |
Looks like one of the Swiss generics from the 1960s, not worth much... | ||
| Pepple, William Unregistered guest Rating: N/A |
I have a Wyler wrist watch purchased in 1958. On the dial under the name wyler is the word "incaflex" and lower on the dial it says dynawind. It is in good working order. Is there any value to this? | ||
| Zaf Moderator Username: Zaf Post Number: 1230 Registered: 05-2003 Rating: N/A |
Not that mnuch demand for Wyler Incaflex. Realistically, $150 at the most. | ||
| Michelle Bryant Unregistered guest Rating: N/A |
My husband has a Heno ladies wristwatch...I cannot find any info on this watch...has a +/- symbol in a box on the face...the band is seven metal circles (4 on one side and 3 on the other)silver in color...any help would be appreciated...my kids want it for dress up...but not sure whether or not it has any value...looks pretty old. | ||
| Zaf Moderator Username: Zaf Post Number: 1243 Registered: 05-2003 Rating: N/A |
...Sorry I have not heard of the brand.Probably not valuable outside the metal it is made of of. | ||
| Eric Vance Walton New member Username: Watchaholic Post Number: 1 Registered: 07-2005 Rating: |
Any advice on Sandoz watches? I'm in the market for my first Swiss mech watch and would like to buy something that would last as well as be an investment. The two brands that catch my eye are Sandoz (which seems to me a little suspect) and Oris. I am open to considering other brands but want to stay below the $1k mark. Any advice would be appreciated. Thank you! | ||
| Zaf Moderator Username: Zaf Post Number: 1245 Registered: 05-2003 Rating: N/A |
I think Sandoz is problematic in that it may no longer be a Swiss Company...double check me on that one. It may be based in Hong Kong. Between the 2, I think your better bet is Oris, but for investment purposes, it will be years and years before you see a return on just about any new watch. | ||
| bob brown Unregistered guest Rating: N/A |
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| bob brown Unregistered guest Rating: N/A |
help its a hamilton laides diamond in side back # A36736,Lancastor pa and 14k what year,name and is it worth much.It has 28 diamonds in and 17 jewells  | ||
| Sara H. Unregistered guest Rating: N/A |
My husband found a wind-up pocket watch last month and we have been trying to find out if it's worth anything. As the picture shows, inside it has a cow/farmer design around the edge and interior with large Roman numerals and says Bucherer under the XII and Incabloc above the seconds dial where the XI would be. The back has an engraving of a farming scene with a group of cows being led away from a building by a farmer. There is a large tree prominent in the background, and a city on a hillside to the left as well. It is a white metal. I have not been able to find ANYTHING on this watch yet, so any info would be appreciated. Thank you! | ||
| Sara H. Unregistered guest Rating: N/A |
Here is a photo of the face of the above-mentioned watch:  | ||
| Zaf Moderator Username: Zaf Post Number: 1300 Registered: 05-2003 Rating: N/A |
Bucherer is a Swiss jeweller in Geneva and probably has retial outlets elsewhere as well. This out be one of their private label watches. The fact that it is marked "Incabloc" a type of shock protection that was invented in the 1930 and became common from the 1940s onward, tells me it's a fairly modern watch. As such, as a pocket watch, I don't think it is going to have huge value. | ||
| Krishna Mallick Unregistered guest Rating: N/A |
hi, i have a pocket watch and on the lid is written, Rosskopf&co., 1929-1930 Expositions Barcelona Liege Can you please tell me how old it is and is it worth anything.I will upload the picture later as I do not have it now. thanks Mallick India. | ||
| Dawn Franco New member Username: Newbie Post Number: 1 Registered: 02-2006 Rating: N/A |
I have a DeFrece pocketwatch (17 jewel, swiss made) that I think is quite unique. One side of the watch has a black/red 'roulette wheel' and the other side has a red/green 'greyhound dog track'. When you hold the watch in the center you can spin this outside wheel or roulette wheel if you will... The watch currently isn't working and I have never taken it to a jeweler. I've had it for 25 years now. Anyone have any idea what it might be worth? | ||
| Zaf Moderator Username: Zaf Post Number: 1693 Registered: 05-2003 Rating: N/A |
Sorry got me on that one. A picture ALWAYS helps. | ||
| Michael Xuereb Unregistered guest Rating: N/A |
Hi, my name is Michael Xuereb from london, A frined of my dad gave me a watch and I was wondering how old it is and what's it worth. I have no idea about vintage watches, so I thought you can help. attached are 2 photos of the watch. thanks for your time and I would appreciate a reply thanks mike.   | ||
| Michael Xuereb Unregistered guest Rating: N/A |
here's another photo of the same watch  |
