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     SteveBB Unregistered guest Rating: N/A |
Greetings: I just inherited a LeCoultre watch and would appreciate any information about the specific model. It is a gents labeled AUTOMATIC Master Mariner on the front. The back says "14K gold top stainless steel back" "use all proof wrench" and "1200" The movement number is 1709101.G. (I think the last character is a "G" it might be a "C") It was purchased in September of 1966. It appears to have been worn very little (or maybe not at all) as it was in the original box with the warranty card. I would like to know approximate value, and what the "all proof wrench" statement is about, and any other model detail that is available. In addition, I'd like t replace the band (black alligator?) with a larger correct band. Are these available? I've been wearing it for the last couple days, and it keeps excellent time. I'm quite sure that it has never been serviced (knowing my uncle), and I would like to know if I ought to have it serviced before I wear it much more. Thank you. | ||
| Zaf Moderator Username: Zaf Post Number: 1210 Registered: 05-2003 Rating: N/A |
"Master Mariner" was used as a designation for a wide variety of watches. I can't tell you anything without a photo. The "All proof wrench" means it has a one piece case and the wrench refers to a special tool that removes the crystal in order to drop the dial and movement out in order to gain access to it. Watches like this have the split stem set up and the movement can not be accessing from the case back side off the watch. As far as service, if you plan on wearing it daily, then it's a good idea to get that done. If it's very seldom, then as long as it is keeping time I would not worry about it. |