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Correct crown for a 145.022 68T?

avidmark
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Since this is a 68 T there are some variables.
I'm comparing with two reliable resources (Moonwatch Only, and Speedster 101) but im getting conflicting info.
As per MWO, this is the correct crown with 24 teeth and narrow flat feet. However Speedster 101 states for this reference it should have 32 teeth.
I have not measured the crown as I do not have calipers.
The previous owner said he believes it is a service crown, which doesn't concern me as im trying to learn.
It looks like an A1. 24 is what's on the watch but MWO also states its for 321 calibers. Mine is an 861 caliber.

Lil' help?

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Aludic
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Both in 145.022-68's and the preceding 145.012-67's, the 24 tooth Flat Foot Crown (A1) and a 32 tooth Crown (B2), are quite commonly seen. I've seen multiple examples of each over the years. Whilst I have heard the story that the 32 tooth are service crowns quite a lot, I would be willing to accept both A1 and B2 are original.

Yours is an A1 which is the more valuable one of the two if you'd have to source a spare. I'd be more than happy with the crown currently on your watch. 😉
 
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Aludic Aludic
Both in 145.022-68's and the preceding 145.012-67's, the 24 tooth Flat Foot Crown (A1) and a 32 tooth Crown (B2), are quite commonly seen. I've seen multiple examples of each over the years. Whilst I have heard the story that the 32 tooth are service crowns quite a lot, I would be willing to accept both A1 and B2 are original.

Yours is an A1 which is the more valuable one of the two if you'd have to source a spare. I'd be more than happy with the crown currently on your watch. 😉
Thanks for the reply. Im new to vintage Speedies and learning how deep the waters can go.
 
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