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     Jstreet New member Username: Jstreet Post Number: 1 Registered: 10-2008 Rating: N/A |
OK, let me start by saying this is a terrible picture. I had to sharpen it up and the contrast really doesn't do the watch justice. i've also left the band pins for originality. Although, I am not sure if they are original. I've tried to do my best research on this watch but keep comming up empty. The best reference I could find to this watch was an ad from '46 which I have attached. I have identified the movement as a valjoux 71. It appears exactly like all the picturs of the 71 I have seen, but it is marked 18 jewels, not 17 like the normal 71 would have. The balance wheel turns when wound and keeps running until the wind is done. The chrono function is engaged and moving. The pusher will not disengage. I dont know if it keeps time because the hands have all been removed. I have the hour, minute and all the register hands but am missing the second hand. The hour/minute hands have lost most of their luminescent centers. Tthe register hands are in good shape. The dial is in very good shape. The picture projects scratches/cracks from the crystal (poor shape) onto the dial but it is very clear with light patina showing its age. It is a copper color The case is solid stainless. Lower pusher is missing, but I do have 2 replacement stainless, period-style, almost identical, pushers from another vintage watch. Screwback case, very very light tool marks. Inside caseback is polish turned and stamped: Brevet + 220261 Brev. Dem.81767 Stainless Steel Shockabsorber antimagnetic Kelbert watch Company Swiss 673293 Crown operates as it should and is in good shape. Case Dimensions: 39mm from case to top of crown 36mm from case to base of crown 42.5 from end-of-lug to end of lug 17-18 mm band   | ||
| Jstreet New member Username: Jstreet Post Number: 2 Registered: 10-2008 Rating: N/A |
Forgot to mention, The case is brushed stainless and is in good-to- excellent shape. Again, sorry for the poor picture. I can try to get a better one and one of the movement if it will help. | ||
| Jstreet New member Username: Jstreet Post Number: 3 Registered: 10-2008 Rating: N/A |
BTW. thanks so much for your help. I also have an Astin Immpermeable Venus 170 if you'd like to see. Thanks again, Bradley | ||
| Zaf Moderator Username: Zaf Post Number: 3504 Registered: 05-2003 Rating: N/A |
I don't think you're going to come up with Kelbert specific information. What exactly are you looking for? | ||
| Johnnaledoux2003yahoocom New member Username: Johnnaledoux2003yahoocom Post Number: 1 Registered: 10-2008 Rating: N/A |
i have a ladies geneva 14k gold 13 jewel and id bracelet style what is the aprox value anyone know | ||
| Zaf Moderator Username: Zaf Post Number: 3509 Registered: 05-2003 Rating: N/A |
Just about any ladies non top five branded watch is worth the scrap value of the gold. | ||
| Jstreet New member Username: Jstreet Post Number: 4 Registered: 10-2008 Rating: N/A |
Approx value. Deciding whether I should sell or fix. | ||
| Zaf Moderator Username: Zaf Post Number: 3522 Registered: 05-2003 Rating: N/A |
Probably around $800 in nice condition.... |