#42 • PW lot (2) Zenith and Omega, military, both run

Part of 260402 - "Timeless Treasures" Watches, Jewelry & Coins - March 26 - April 2 (timed auction by Jones & Horan Auctions)

High bid $475.00

Status: Sold

PW lot (2) Swiss, military, OF cases, SW-SS, lever escapements, gilt mvts, both run though one needing a twist to start - [1] Zenith, World War II era German military, 50mm, heavy nickel OF original double-bodied Zenith case marked "D. 8410227 H." to its rear, rear with notches allowing tight water resistant seal with a case wrench, inner protective cover over mvt, black metal dial with luminous material at the 3, 9 and 12 numerals and at the 5-minute positions outside the other hour numerals, plastic crystal with profuse crazing and scratches, luminous hands, s#3503453, running after a twist to start. The case rear marking with "D . . . H" serial number sequence is typical of German military issue of this period. The case of this watch is notably robust featuring a one-piece construction of its bezel and band, a threaded internal nickel ring holding the movement, a protective cover over the movement, and a rear with notches allowing very tight sealing via a wrench. [2] Omega, 52mm, chrome-plated base metal OF Omega case with chrome loss to rear possibly indicating polishing to remove markings, white enamel dial with luminous material at the 3, 9 and 12 numerals and at the 5-minute positions outside the other hour numerals, luminous hands, s#10037749, runs. CONDITION: Multiple lots sold as-is; running condition briefly checked and noted above along with any functional issues observed; condition report is minimal with not all flaws mentioned; please refer to photos; returns only accepted if our description contains an incorrect piece of information. Estimate: $400 - $650 JH-78228