Tuesday 15 October 2019 | 11:00 | Lots: 230

Tuesday 15 October 2019 | 11:00 | Lots: 230

Lot 291

Lot 291

LEMANIA - a stainless steel military issue single button chronograph...

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Lot 291

Lot Description

LEMANIA - a military issue single button chronograph wrist watch. Stainless steel case, stamped with British Board Arrow. Numbered H.S 9 2663. Unsigned manual wind calibre 15 CHT. Silvered 'sterile' dial with Arabic numeral hour markers, subsidiary recorder dials to three and nine. Fitted to an unsigned black and grey nylon 'NATO' style strap with nickel plated pin buckle. 38mm.

This watch was issued to Acting Sub-Lieutenant Charlie Bowley, who was a member of the Goldfish Club after crash landing. He went over the side of HMS Indomitable but was rescued by a following destroyer.  

360: Yes

Postage: Auction Default

Weight: No

Total lot weight: No

<li>Movement is currently functioning. The chronograph counts one minute, but has not been tested further due to time constraints.

<li>Movement has scratches, marks and tarnishing commensurate with general wear visible when viewed under a 4x loupe.

<li>Dial appears to be in a poor condition with noticeable marks, scratches, tarnishing, some lifting of the laminate.

<li>Hands show corrosion and the luminous material is missing.

<li>Glass has scratches and marks.  

<li>Case shows noticeable scratches, marks and dints.

<li>Crown has scratches and marks.

<li>Strap appears to be in good condition with minor marks and creasing.

<li>Buckle shows marks and scratches when viewed under a 4x loupe.<p>



<p>This lot does not come with box or papers.<p>

Fellows do not guarantee the working order or accuracy of any lots sold.<p>Due to opening of the case back we recommend this watch is re-sealed by an authorised technician to ensure any stated water resistance is retained.<p>Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers in our catalogue and online for any additional considerations that may affect this lot.<p>

If you should have further queries regarding this lot, please do not hesitate to contact the Watch Department on 0121 212 5506 or at watches@fellows.co.uk











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