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Condition report
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The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
The case is in good condition with signs of wear, commensurate with its age and has been lightly polished. The numbers are crisp between the lugs. The back of the lugs have scratches from the spring bars and show evidence of the bracelet. The case back is in good condition and has been lightly polished. The inside case back is stamped '6919' and 'IV.71' indicating its production in the fourth quarter of 1971. There are also watchmaker's marks. The bezel is in good condition and has been lightly polished. The dial is in good condition with its original lume plots that have aged to a dark yellow color. The Mickey Mouse to the dial is not original. The hands are later replacements in good condition. The end links are marked '566' and the bracelet '78340.' The bracelet is later in good condition with light signs of wear. The date changes as the hands pass midnight. 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.