拍品的状况可能存在极大差异，而由于其性质使然，拍品难以处于完美无瑕的状态。拍品均以拍卖时的状况出售。

The case is in very good condition and has only been lightly polished. The lug at 5 o'clock has a very small nick to it. The numbers are crisp between the lugs. The back of the lugs show light evidence of the bracelet and have light scratches from the spring bars. The case back is in very good condition. The inside case back is stamped '16550.' The bezel is in excellent condition and the crown is correct. The dial and hands are in excellent condition and appear to be original. The dial has aged from a white color to a very attractive cream color. The end links are stamped '501' and the bracelet '78360.' The bracelet is correct, in good condition, and with light signs of wear. The quick-set hour is working at the time of cataloguing. The movement is in working order at the time of cataloging, consistent with the age of the watch. The movement has not been tested for accuracy. A service is recommended given the age of the watch.