Today on eBay, I got this for $43; it was improperly listed as a "West & Watch Co." so it wouldn't have shown up on searches for what it really is, the "West End Watch Co." Sowar: I love the (apparently original) cathedral hour hand. It appears to have the original bracelet that came with these, too, which is a bonus. This company. which started in Bombay, then Geneva, in 1886, was the agent for many brands over the years, including Longines, Cyma, Tissot, Mido, Omega, and IWC. West End was the only brand for which Longines was producing watches without the Longines name on dial and case. So this watch might very well have a Longines 10.68z inside for all I know, although a Mido (or AS) might be more likely.... Should be an interesting surprise! Some additional history (from Wikipedia): During the First World War, a large force of British and Indian soldiers was sent from Bombay to the Persian Gulf to reach Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq). They received some West End Watch Company watches. As for this model: At the beginning of the 20th century West End Watch Company launched a model called the Sowar -the cavalry man- named after one of the elite troops of the Indian army. This name was selected in honour of Sir Thomas Edward Lawrence (Lawrence of Arabia) because it is said that he and his soldiers wore West End Watch Company watches during the war.
But then, I also got this: Seller's pics... that's a Venus 178 inside Hopefully, it should arrive from the Netherlands soon!
I'm always in for watches. I even checked out the Suede Jacket of Spectre James. Daniel Craig got the style with these
Thanks! I know most people would think me nuts for this statement, but it's actually my favorite of the Cairelli/EP/Marine Star trio. I was worried about the case size but it actually wears quite comfortably.
Nice Hamilton reverse panda arrived today. My first non-Omega. Just need to replace the incorrect pusher and sort a strap.
It may appear as though I have only been selling.............. .........but then these two golden oldies showed up today and what´s a guy to do? 2500 Centenary Turler and a 168.006 Connie De Luxe.
