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Sgtpeper
New member Username: Sgtpeper
Post Number: 1 Registered: 05-2010
Rating: N/A Votes: 0 (Vote!) | Posted on Monday, May 17, 2010 - 06:06 pm: | |
Hey all, My grandfather recently gave me this watch. It was the gift he received from my great grandparents on his wedding day. I'm just curious if someone could give me more information about this watch - model, value, etc. Its in fair condition and I think should clean up nicely. I'd never sell it as its obviously a family heirloom. Just want more info! Thanks, Jeff |
   
Gregb
Advanced Member Username: Gregb
Post Number: 238 Registered: 10-2006
Rating: N/A Votes: 0 (Vote!) | Posted on Wednesday, May 19, 2010 - 06:56 pm: | |
This watch model was named the "400". It came out circa 1949 and was also offered in a lady's model ("400L"). Original price was $165 in 14K gold. |
   
Sgtpeper
New member Username: Sgtpeper
Post Number: 2 Registered: 05-2010
Rating: N/A Votes: 0 (Vote!) | Posted on Wednesday, May 19, 2010 - 07:03 pm: | |
Very interesting. I wonder if my grandmother had the lady's version at some point as well. I assume in 1949 then a $165 watch was expensive? What is this watch valued at today? Fair and Good condition? Thanks so much for the response! Jeff |
   
Gregb
Advanced Member Username: Gregb
Post Number: 240 Registered: 10-2006
Rating: N/A Votes: 0 (Vote!) | Posted on Thursday, May 20, 2010 - 10:54 am: | |
Although it isn't a common model, it also isn't a very popular model among collectors. Value in its current state would probably be $300-$500 depending on venue. |