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     GySgt Matthew M. Miller Unregistered guest Rating: |
Dear Lady or Gentlemen, I am writing in attempts to find out some information on an old watch my friend has. My Tattooist, has a watch that was his grandfathers�, apparently he removed it from an SS Officer back in World War Two. He brought it to my attention because I am German and I have deep historical interest in all things German from WWII. I have several photos of the watch but I will provide a brief description of it. It is a round pocket watch approximately 4.5 cm in dia. It is made of pure Sterling Silver and is heavy and dense with ornate trim. The watch face has no cover (not a feature) and is encased in what seems to be a thick crystal glass (the crystal is not cracked or damaged). The watch face is also made of Sterling Silver in what looks to be hand etched. The back of the watch opens exposing the working parts. Yes, the watch still works with precision and is a wind up. Now, the back opening plate of the watch is peculiar, on it are tiny etched swastikas however, they are in reverse, as the way in which the ancient Japanese displayed the icon. There are approximately 30 to 40 of them neatly aligned and done in fine lined detail. On the face of the watch is the name �Weldwood� and on the inside of the back cover, is what looks to be serial number and tiny hand etched numbers. The serial number is I-W-C-CO (then below) 793254. The tiny hand etched numbers read (hard to determine) H383492. On the working mechanism frame are the words (although it should be mentioned on different parts of the frame), �Langendorf� and �Switzerland�. As well, �S1x6� is on the parts frame. I can send pictures if you wish to inquire more about the watch. I guess my aim here is to find out the validity of the age, manufacturer and find someone who can appraise it, if it is worth anything. Thank You for your time and patience. Matthew M. Miller Gunnery Sergeant USMC        | ||
| Zaf Moderator Username: Zaf Post Number: 1086 Registered: 05-2003 Rating: N/A |
Hello and thanks for your post. The watch is a "Langendorf" with subsigned with a retailer's name "Weldwood". Eventhough it is from an SS officer and has Swastikas, believe these are a personalization more than something done by the German military. I believe it is a Civilian watch used by an officer, as such the value will remain on the lowish side. Zaf |
