Zenith German Military WWII Vintage Pocket Watch Great Original Codition; Just Serviced Start Price GBP 375.00 Current Price GBP 375.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Thursday, August 14, 2008 End Time Sunday, August 24, 2008 Location South East See more about 'Zenith German Military WWII Vintage Pocket Watch' Description jackanpet Store           Presented for sale is is a Zenith Deutsches Heer German Army Second World War pocket watch in very good original unrestored condition.   This is a very rare and collectable military pocket watch with the correct Deutsches Heer markings and in perfect working order. As with all of my watches, authenticity is backed by a full money refund guarantee. The Zenith signed dial has its original black finish which is in very good unrestored condition.  It is considerably better than most original dials you will find from this period with pleasing patination but no obvious discolouration or spotting. The luminous quarter hour numerals have faded over the years which is inevitable but the hands are still looking very good.  The condition of the dial is a major factor when determining the value of any watch, with unrestored dials in good condition often achieving up to 40% more in price than a restored dial or an original in only fair condition.    The nickel case is in very good condition with no obvious wear and measures approximately 50mm across and 68mm in overall length.  On the inside of the screwback rear cover it is marked " Zenith" and bears the Zenith logo. The outside of the cover bears the Deutsches Heer  serial number "D. 8409764 H. The case has an inside dust cover.   The 15 jewel Zenith cal. 193-P-6 movement is completely original, with no changed or non-standard parts.  It has a frosted gilt finish and is numbered 3467030.  Having just been professionally serviced, the movement is running perfectly and keeping time.   Many newly acquired vintage watches need this work before they can be brought into regular use and as a service can cost in excess of £100 for a quality watch such as this please factor in that this work has already been done when bidding.    This  watch is in very good condition and which due to its originality, will be of significant interest to serious collectors.   Zenith History The Zenith Watch Company was founded in Le Locle in 1865 by Georges Favre-Jacot.  Zenith is a high class niche watchmaker, relatively unknown until the last few years (and some would say a well kept secret), producing the highest standards of quality for wealthy, discerning buyers.  They are very popular among serious and knowledgeable collectors who appreciate the very fine quality and craftsmanship that went into these vintage watches. During the company's history it has been awarded more than 1500 observatory medals and awards. The Zenith name was first used on a watch in 1911 when the firm was changed to a stock company. It was acquired in 1969 by the "Mondia-Movado-Zenith" holding company but has been independent again since 1984.  In recent years the company has increased its market share globally and its high quality products can be seen in the shop window of many quality jewellers.  The craftsmanship that goes into a Zenith watch is superb. In addition, unlike a number of its competitors, Zenith did not buy in "ebauches" (a complete "raw movement" without the escapement, balance, hairspring, mainspring, dial and hands) but made every part of their movements in-house.  For this reason the company had total control over its production and has secured a well deserved reputation for being placed among the highest quality watchmakers in the world.              POSTAGE AND PAYMENT DETAILS Note to United Kingdom Buyers:  The winning bid price for your watch, and the quoted postage and packaging costs include 17.5% VAT.   If you require a VAT receipt please let us know.  Postage within the United Kingdom.     The charge will be £5.95 by Royal Mail Special Delivery which will insure your watch against loss or damage in transit.  It also guarantees next day delivery.     Postage Overseas. The charge will be 10.50 GBP by Royal Mail International Signed For. This provides a maximum insurance value of up to 500 GBP subject to Royal Mail conditions.  If you are purchasing an item at a price above this figure I do not accept the risk of loss or damage in transit beyond the insured value.     Non possiamo trasmettere in Italia se usate Paypal tranne da Fedex ad un costo di 50 GBP dovuto i problemi con il servizio postale Italiano. Possiamo trasmettere per 10.50 GBP dalla consegna Royal Mail Signed For se pagate con un altro metodo.    Payment    I can only accept Paypal if you have a "Confirmed" address or a “Verified Account” registered with Paypal   UK buyers:   please send a cheque, postal order or banker’s draft. You need to allow up to one week from receipt for a cheque to clear but I will always send your watch sooner if I can.  However if you wish to receive the item more quickly I can accept payment direct into my bank account or pay over the counter at any Nationwide branch at no extra charge; please ask me for the account details.   Overseas buyers:  I prefer PAYPAL please.  At my discretion I will accept other forms of payment but I accept STERLING only.  Please contact me if you wish to do this before the auction ends.   Terms of Sale   I warrant that the watch you purchase is as described in the listing and I will provide you with a full refund, including postage or undertake any repairs that are necessary, if it differs significantly from the description.   I provide comprehensive details of my watches, including very clear photographs taken with a high resolution macro lens which shows detail not visible to the naked eye.  I also invite you to ask questions if there is anything else you need to know.  I cannot provide a refund if you decide your watch is too small or you do not like it for some other reason.   Do please bear in mind that your watch has been used so will not be as new.   Also take care to consider the dimensions of the watch case as if it is a gentlemens’ Art Deco rectangular vintage watch; they were made smaller than contemporary watches.    I have all of my watches professionally checked before sale. I have them serviced and have any other work that is required carried out if they are not running smoothly and keeping reasonable time.  If I have not stated that the watch has been serviced you may wish to have this work done within a few months of purchase, particularly if you intend to wear the watch on a daily basis.  On request, I can provide you with details of independent watchmakers to whom you can send your watch for servicing.   As with any used mechanical item, a fault may unexpectedly develop.  If this happens within one month of purchase I will endeavour to assist you with any necessary repairs if you return the watch to me.  Please do not take your watch to your own watchmaker without first agreeing this with me.     Powered by eBay Turbo Lister Place a Bid!