I believe its movement is a Valjoux 72, as used in Heuers and Rolexes at the same time (and many other decent makes). So, yes, its a quality movement. 1974? A little late for a Valjoux 72, so it might have been on the jewellers shelf for a while, not that that is necessarily bad. Plenty of spares around and watchmakers who understand Valjoux, so no problems with servicing. However, please do not wind and run it now, the lubricants will have dried up after ~45 years.
You will have no problem selling it, lots of good pictures in the right places, here, Chronocentric and so on. AND I'll give you twice J&F's offer as a "Sell it Now" instant deal. More seriously, wait and hang on for the 100th offer, do not take the first. Or get it serviced and wear it a lot.
Very nice piece, can you tell us where you got the plans for your time machine?
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