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SOLD 1946 LeCoultre Bumper Automatic - €600

  1. ConElPueblo Jul 20, 2018

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    Dear all.

    I am hereby offering my LeCoultre Automatic from 1946 for sale.

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    I've had this watch for two years and always said to myself that I'd never sell it, but there we go :unsure:


    The overall condition of the watch is pretty much as good as you could wish for. The dial has aged very well and the two-tone champagne colour is even and clean. The radium on the numerals have turned a dark tone while the radium in the blued hands have turned a warmer shade of brown.


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    The 33.5mm case is in good condition with only slight marks on the caseback from a nylon strap (wasn't me - honest!) and some slight scratches. The sides retain the light brushed finish and all edges are sharp. The lug width is 16mm.


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    The crystal has the correct profile for the watch and no cracks, only slight scratches.


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    The movement is one of the earliest JLC automatics, the cal. 476/2 and presents rather splendidly. Note that since this is a LeCoultre and not a Jaeger-Lecoultre, there are som cosmetic differences. The finish is in steel with Côtes de Genève. There are signs of previous servicing, but recent service history is unknown and the watch should be treated as such. I have noticed absolutely no signs of any mechanical issues.


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    I am asking $700/€600 for this via bank transfer, PayPal can also be arranged. Shipping is possible to everywhere at cost. I will be happy to take returns for any reason within a week of delivery, return shipping on buyer's cost. Watch is located in Denmark, EU.


    Some recommendations:
    https://omegaforums.net/threads/superb-seller-conelpueblo.79413/
    https://omegaforums.net/threads/nickw-a-trusted-buyer.35624/#post-403606
    https://omegaforums.net/threads/happy-to-buy-from-conelpueblo.47169/
    https://omegaforums.net/threads/conelpueblo-great-seller.40503/
    https://omegaforums.net/threads/conelpueblo-top-notch-seller.38127/
    https://omegaforums.net/threads/conelpueblo-is-a-really-nice-seller.36217/
    https://omegaforums.net/threads/conelpeublo-is-an-excellent-seller.49970/
    https://omegaforums.net/threads/my-thanks-for-a-great-deal-conelpueblo.55548/
    https://omegaforums.net/threads/great-to-buy-from-conelpueblo.61838/
    https://omegaforums.net/threads/conelpueblo-great-chap-great-seller.67668/
    https://omegaforums.net/threads/conelpueblo-honest-kind-seller.68249/
    https://omegaforums.net/threads/great-seller-conelpueblo.74448/
    https://omegaforums.net/threads/conelpueblo-top-draw.72460/


    Once again - many thanks to OF and the people who run this madhouse for the space :thumbsup:
     
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  2. Deafboy His Holiness Puer Surdus Jul 20, 2018

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    Very nice watch. :thumbsup:

    I recently purchased a Connie so my budget is busted. :thumbsdown:
     
  3. Rman Jul 20, 2018

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    Not excused :D
     
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  4. Syrte MWR Tech Support Dept Jul 20, 2018

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    A beauty. Would have jumped on it if it weren't for other expenses. GLWS.
     
  5. Darlinboy Pratts! Will I B******S!!! Jul 20, 2018

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    That is one sweet bumper watch.:thumbsup:

    These wear quite well as they’re all dial and little bezel.

    GLWTS!
     
  6. dougiedude Carpe horologium! Jul 20, 2018

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    Fabulous 40’s LeCoultre!

    My hand went very near the trigger until I realized I already have two that are quite similar... :cautious: ...

    Gorgeous example yours ::love::...GLWS!!
     
  7. dstern Jul 20, 2018

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    Another beauty! The pics don't show the crown. Is it original? Signed? Generic replacement?
     
  8. tikkathree Jul 20, 2018

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    oh pretty thing!
     
  9. ConElPueblo Jul 20, 2018

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    It is the correct, unsigned type according to this period (JLC) advertisement:

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    From this thread.

    Whether or not it is original to the watch I can't say.

    Thanks for all the nice comments, people :)
     
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  10. ConElPueblo Jul 21, 2018

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    Thanks for the massive interest - watch is now OHPF to the first member who contacted me :)

    Best,
    Troels.
     
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  11. bgrisso Jul 21, 2018

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    Wow my resolve for UG only was REALLY tested on this one.....congrats to buyer, beautiful watch....
     
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