Luftwaffles
One of the Regulars
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Bought this old Elgin from 1951 for $55.
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Yeah, just tracked the number and it's apparently from 1950!
When I retired from the army I promised myself a Rolex, eventually buying a 1987 bi metal Datejust, and on the way picked up a beautiful 1952 Omega Cal. 265 with a 9ct case made by Dennison. This photo isn't mine but is the same model. I really like this old watch.
And this is the Rolex popped onto a leather strap. I think the black dial and black strap make the piece look much more understated as well as saving the Jubilee bracelet from any more stretch. I had actually paid for a birth year 1968 Datejust with white gold bezel but the sale fell through so after I got my money back I found this one with the more unusual black dial. Most bi metal Datejust I have seen have the champagne dial.
1930s Waltham
Wish it were mine! It belongs to one of the housemates.
Named to H.J. Klingler, vice-president and general sales manager, Chevrolet.
Looking at the way the inscription is worded leads me to believe that this watch was awarded by Mr Klingler rather than to because his name appears like a signature.
That Omega is a wonderfully classic wristwatch. More & more I find such preferable to the current production featuring dials so cluttered with complications as to be illegible notwithstanding their enormous dimensions. Not that I would be averse to picking up a modern perpetual calendar Patek Phillippe in gold or platinum, I could force myself to live with one.
As for your Rolex, I am in the minority of watch enthusiasts that likes black dials, which dials I also find to be most easily readable at a glance. My fondness for black dials has allowed me to pick up some fine wristwatches at close-out prices. Interest in older Rolexes continues unabated.
Your admirable pair of vintage wristwatches undoubtedly serve you well whether for daily or special occasion wear, thx for posting them.