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Wittnauer Art Deco Watch Tank Style Watch with Original Dial circa 1940's

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FACTORY / HOUSE: Wittnauer Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 36mm Length X 26mm Width MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 15 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Silvered with Gilt Numerals / Gilt Dauphine Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Leather, 16mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This classic Deco Tank Watch was produced by the legendary house of Wittnauer, one of Switzerland's old family houses. The watch is in wonderful condition and is still fitted with the original dial. It is an oversized example for its day and is a great example of 1940's design. It is a dependable watch that can be worn for all types of occasions.
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940's
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. It is worth noting that this watch only had a 12-month warranty when it was new. However, we are so confident of our workmanship and team that we offer an 18-month warranty on all our watches, even those over 100 years old.
  • Seller Location:
    Long Beach, CA
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    Seller: 41301stDibs: LU422320516512
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