Vintage Arnex Divers Chronograph w/Tropical Brown Dial,Runs FOR PARTS/REPAIR

Description: ***********FOR PARTS/REPAIR - Although the movement runs strong and keeps accurate time over an approximate 41 hour power reserve period none of the chronograph functions work (pushers don't engage so the start/stop/reset function does not work - sweep seconds hand and minute counter hand don't move). Given this and considering the movement's unknown service history a complete overhaul is required.*********** This seldom seen vintage Arnex broad arrow two-register chronograph, which came from the estate of its original owner, has a truly special "T SWISS MADE T" signed dial that has aged from an originally black color to a uniform tropical chocolate brown hue. The first picture shown was taken under cloudy, natural lighting conditions whereas pictures two through seven were taken on flash to give a more accurate representation of the dial color. In my humble opinion when bright light is shined on the dial the brown is much more prominent than what comes through in the pictures, appearing more of a milk chocolate hue. The tritium on the dial and hands, which remains fully intact and emits a quick burst glow after being exposed to bright light, has aged to a perfectly matching warm buttermilk patina. The black bezel, which shows wear and rotates bidirectionally with the appropriate amount of tension, presents nicely. The all stainless steel case shows honest wear with minor signs of oxidation. The outer edge of the case back is stamped "WATERRESISTANT TESTED 20 ATMOSPHERES INCABLOC SWISS MADE ANTIMAGNETIC ALL STAINLESS STEEL." The crystal is heavily scratched. While I normally take pictures of the movements of watches that I put up for sale the case back on this one is torqued too tight for me to remove. Based on several examples of the same reference that I've owned in the past the movement is likely a 17 jewels Valjoux 7733 manual wind. After recently winding the sharply threaded, non-screwdown crown 47 full revolutions the movement kept accurate time over an approximate power reserve period of 41 hours. However, none of the chronograph functions work (pushers don't engage so the start/stop/reset function does not work - sweep seconds hand and minute counter hand don't move). Given that none of the chronograph functions work and considering the movement's unknown service history a complete overhaul is required.This watch measures approximately 38 mm excluding the crown, approximately 41 mm including the crown and approximately 19 mm between the lugs. Case thickness, measured from the bottom of the case back to the top of the bezel, is approximately 11 mm. Including the crystal thickness measures approximately 13 mm. Given that none of the chronograph functions work a complete overhaul is required. As such there are no warranties, express or implied, attached with the sale of this watch. Vintage means old and while my personal belief is that old-school means better quality and workmanship, things can and do go wrong from time to time. For this watch that time is now. Any servicing costs going forward are your responsibility. Please thoroughly read this entire listing and kindly ask any and all questions you may have prior to buying as this sale is final and no refunds of any kind will be given. And please study the 12 high magnification pictures carefully, which were taken in natural light and from various angles, as they are part of the description and serve as an accurate representation of the condition of this watch. Expedited and insured shipping along with signature confirmation will be provided. Thanks for looking! ***********FOR PARTS/REPAIR - Although the movement runs strong and keeps accurate time over an approximate 41 hour power reserve period none of the chronograph functions work (pushers don't engage so the start/stop/reset function does not work - sweep seconds hand and minute counter hand don't move). Given this and considering the movement's unknown service history a complete overhaul is required.***********

Price: 1395 USD

Location: Brea, California

End Time: 2024-08-02T23:26:46.000Z

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