Hi guys. Saw this In a small shop in Tokyo. Asking price is usd 57. Have no Time to research so I would greatly appreciate the help [emoji3]

Here are the pics

 

Another pic

 

Manual wind movement is worth $57 i would say..your only there once buy it...

 

...if you try to sell it on Ebay, you will get more than 57USD - I´d buy it. Looks like a 12.68 ZS, 34 or 35mm diameter ?!?

 

Around 34 how's the crown though?

 

looks correct, though the pics are not too significant...

 

It's a cheap gamble though, no?

 

It´s cheap.

 

Once you sell it to make a profit, we take 90% commission for the forum in return for the consultation.

 

Haha. If I sell it, for sure! Thanks for all the help guys!

 

Got it! Here's a wrist shot. Thanks Again for the quick replies.

 

Hi guys, took some "better" pics of the watch. I'm really happy with it. The pics show a lot of scratches on the crystal, but in reality, they are not that bad. They don't detract from seeing the dial at all. By the way, it also comes with Hirsch strap. So what I paid was really worth it.

Based on the serial number, it seems the watch was made in 1954. I've been reading on the 12.68 ZS movement but I couldn't find more info outside Ranfft. Any info from here would be greatly appreciated Thanks!

 

@ulackfocus will know a bit more than me ( a lot more really)

But turning into a great score for the $57 paid.

 

That watch is sure to cost more than 57$. The dial is a bit rough. I can't figure out whether the crown is signed but judging by the shape it is genuine. The crystal should be an easy replace.

That movement alone, although I don't know which one it is (should be some ZS version), should cost 100-150$ alone on ebay. Guaranteed. It's an upper tier movement, no doubt.
You got yourself a 300$+ watch if you get it cleaned, serviced and fixed here and there.

Am I the only one that overpays on watches like this ? Stumbled upon a similar watch a few weeks ago and the guy wanted 200-250$. FFS

 

Thanks for the info!

 

I think it's an older redial so have it redone again with as accurate of a period correct font that can be found.

I'd take that for $57 just for parts alone!