MASONIC VINTAGE ELGIN WATCH
"For freemasons time never moves on. It was dipped in aspic and preserved in ornamental bibs, white-gloved secret handshakes with one trouser leg rolled up high, an oddity, which given the freemasons dedication to precision gaged by the square and compasses, presents the impression of men unable to dress themselves after a vigorous break on a provincial lay-by."
This unique timepiece is a masonic vintage Elgin wristwatch dated from 1960's. It is a manual-winding watch caliber grade 720, 17 jewels movement, sweep second hand, France made. It is a round face case and stainless steel back. After 60 years, it still has a very nice beige dial with the masonic working tools on the dial as the hour marks, black minute marks and matching hands. It is coming with a vintage black "Cuir Vachette Double Cuir" leather strap. This watch is is a perfect collector's item, it is in good condition, a very attractive looking watch! Runs very well, keeps good time!
Movement:
Elgin
France
17 Jewels
Grade 720
Case Back Signed:
Elgin Durapower
Waterproof
Resistant to Shock
Duts and Magnetism
Base Metal Bezel
Stainless Steel Back
Measures (mm):
Case Diameter 32.4
Case Lug to Lug 40
Case Thickness 9.5
Lug Width 18
Band Width 18
Vintage watches are traditionally smaller than today's watches. Men's watches typically measure between 29-36mm (some larger, some smaller) wide excluding the crown. In the listing details we typically try to do our best to list all pertinent dimensions of a watch. If you don't see it, or we failed to do so, please reach out to us. Women's watches from the 1900s-1970s were also much smaller than todays offerings. Please also feel free to ask any questions you have pertaining to size.
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The condition is pre-owned.
The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended.
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