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3 Vintage Watches Inherited - looking for information
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allwoundup
·Hi Eric,
The Jaeger LeCoultre with the "inner movement" and two crowns is a "Memovox" -- i.e., it is an alarm watch. Earlier models were known as "Wrist Alarm". The triangle on the inner disc is used to set the desired time for the alarm to go off. One crown winds and sets the watch's primary movement. The second crown is used to set the alarm time and wind the alarm mechanism. Hope this is helpful.
The Jaeger LeCoultre with the "inner movement" and two crowns is a "Memovox" -- i.e., it is an alarm watch. Earlier models were known as "Wrist Alarm". The triangle on the inner disc is used to set the desired time for the alarm to go off. One crown winds and sets the watch's primary movement. The second crown is used to set the alarm time and wind the alarm mechanism. Hope this is helpful.
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jantjewgm
·These are some incredible watches Eric!
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Mark020
··not the sharpest pencil in the ΩF drawerBetter pic of the Patek would help. Quick hint: hold the watch steady and move the camera until sharp
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Larry S
··Color Commentator for the Hyperbole.Very Nice …
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calalum
·All of those are keepers. Keep any work to a minimum and enjoy them.
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unxsr
·Other members will chime in with details about the watches but I just want to say these are amazing watches.
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Syrte
·Sorry for your loss.
Those are amazing mementos to remember your father by.
Not all watches have model names.
The Patek Philippe will have a reference number I suspect but you’d need to get it opened to see the engravings inside to figure it out.
Just looking at the designs, the Patek Philippe with salmon dial looks to be from the late 1940s, the very pure and plain Jaeger Le Coultre, also beautiful appears to be from the early 1950s, and the Memovox also from the 1950s.
No matter what you do with them you must absolutely ensure that you let no one touch them, open them or service them except a professional watchmaker that comes recommended affer doing serious due diligence.
Jewelers are not professional watch makers, they can do irreversible damage to a watch by scratching the case back in ways that cannot be repaired- and they also can ship watches to the wrong watchmaker.
Whatever you do, you must proceed with extreme caution considering the value, both sentimental and monetary.
Those are amazing mementos to remember your father by.
Not all watches have model names.
The Patek Philippe will have a reference number I suspect but you’d need to get it opened to see the engravings inside to figure it out.
Just looking at the designs, the Patek Philippe with salmon dial looks to be from the late 1940s, the very pure and plain Jaeger Le Coultre, also beautiful appears to be from the early 1950s, and the Memovox also from the 1950s.
No matter what you do with them you must absolutely ensure that you let no one touch them, open them or service them except a professional watchmaker that comes recommended affer doing serious due diligence.
Jewelers are not professional watch makers, they can do irreversible damage to a watch by scratching the case back in ways that cannot be repaired- and they also can ship watches to the wrong watchmaker.
Whatever you do, you must proceed with extreme caution considering the value, both sentimental and monetary.
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Larry S
··Color Commentator for the Hyperbole.If you advise your general location, OF members may steer you to a good watchmaker. Movement only, perhaps some gentle scratch removal on the crystals. NOTHING Else. No dial work, no case polishing.
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Eric Popper
·I'm in the Chicago area. Any suggestions on shops to inspect and repair them (properly)?
Eric
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stonestone
·Sorry for your loss. They are all lovely watches, but in case it’s not obvious that Patek in particular is incredible and easily the most valuable of the bunch.
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Eric Popper
·Thanks for the information.
I am excited about being the custodian of these works of art!
Eric
I am excited about being the custodian of these works of art!
Eric
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Keith88lx
·Sorry for your loss and beautiful watches.
I don’t have any experience but a member on here stated MJ Watch Service in Glenview is where he goes. Unsure which part of Chicago you are in. I do plan on having MJ service my vintage Omegas eventually.
I don’t have any experience but a member on here stated MJ Watch Service in Glenview is where he goes. Unsure which part of Chicago you are in. I do plan on having MJ service my vintage Omegas eventually.
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DirtyDozen12
·Great watches. The Patek is really lovely, with its two-tone, pink dial. I am no expert but I think that it might be a reference 534. Below is a similar example that apparently sold at Sotheby's in 2007. Further below is an image from a catalog. As others have advised, go slowly and make sure that no one touches any of the dials (e.g. cleaning) or polishes any of the cases.
https://www.collectorsquare.com/en/watches/patek-philippe/patek-vintage/ref-patek-philippe-534/lpi
https://m.facebook.com/ONbeHALF/pho...78442185245/?type=3&_se_imp=0E27FriUrPc1HOb7M
https://www.collectorsquare.com/en/watches/patek-philippe/patek-vintage/ref-patek-philippe-534/lpi
https://m.facebook.com/ONbeHALF/pho...78442185245/?type=3&_se_imp=0E27FriUrPc1HOb7M
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dsio
··Ash @ ΩFSorry for your loss mate but your dad had exceptional taste in watches. Those are an amazing set of dress pieces, he really knew his stuff.
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Ron_W
·Thanks for the information and advice. I appreciate it.
Will proceed slowly and cautiously and post updates if there are any.
New photos of Patek attached.
Eric
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krogerfoot
·Condolences on your loss. Your father was not screwing around when it came to watches. (Don’t get me started on this topic.)
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Larry S
··Color Commentator for the Hyperbole.PM sent.