Vintage 1980's JYB French Diver w/White Plastic Bezel,All SS Case,FE 5611 Mvmt

Description: ***********Although the FE 5611 automatic movement keeps accurate time over an approximate 41 hour power reserve period given its unknown service history a complete overhaul is likely long overdue and recommended.*********** This seldom seen vintage 1980's JYB French diver has a lovely glossy black dial and the lume no longer glows after being exposed to bright light. Majority of the imperfections seen is debris/filament on the underbelly of the crystal, not the dial. The white plastic bezel, which shows wear and rotates smoothly bidirectionally, presents nicely. The all stainless steel case shows honest wear with minor signs of oxidation. The outer edge of the case back is stamped "ACIER ETANCHE CONTROLEE" with "AUTOMATIC" stamped in the center. The crystal needs to be replaced. The FE 5611 automatic movement with quickset date function is clean, keeps accurate time and the date wheel rolls over at approximately 12 am. The quickset date function works flawlessly by pulling out the non-screwdown crown to the first position and then turning it counterclockwise until the desired date has been reached. After recently winding the crown 39 full revolutions the movement had a solid power reserve of approximately 41 hours. The crown winds smoothly. Given that this watch is more than 40 years old and considering the movement's unknown service history (there are no visible watchmaker service markings on the inside of the case back or on the movement) a complete overhaul is likely long overdue and recommended. This watch measures approximately 38 mm excluding the crown, approximately 40.5 mm including the crown and approximately 20 mm between the lugs. Case thickness, measured from the bottom of the case back to the top of the bezel, is approximately 9.5 mm. Including the crystal case thickness measures approximately 10.5 mm. Given the vintage nature of this watch and considering the movement's unknown service history a complete overhaul is recommended. As such there are no warranties, express or implied, attached with the sale of this watch. Vintage means old and while my personal belief is that old-school means better quality and workmanship, things can and do go wrong from time to time. Any servicing costs going forward are your responsibility. Please thoroughly read this entire listing and kindly ask any and all questions you may have prior to buying as this sale is final and no refunds of any kind will be given. And please study the 12 high magnification pictures carefully as they are part of the description and serve as an accurate representation of the condition of this watch.Expedited and insured shipping along with signature confirmation will be provided. Thanks for looking!***********Although the FE 5611 automatic movement keeps accurate time over an approximate 41 hour power reserve period given its unknown service history a complete overhaul is likely long overdue and recommended.***********

Price: 195 USD

Location: Brea, California

End Time: 2024-10-02T23:28:02.000Z

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