Cal 285 JLC Vintage Chronograph
Posted: Fri Nov 20, 2015 9:09 pm
Hi!
I'd like to enquire about this JLC 2-register chronograph that's for sale. It's in steel, and said to be 37mm without crown. I have only a little bit of experience in vintage watches, and not enough expertise, so I'd like to seek your help.
I consulted Zaf's book (pages 74-77) and as far as I can tell about this watch for sale:
1. It has a UG calibre 285 , which is consistent as far as I know
2. The dial resembles the one on the top of page 76, and it looks quite patina-ed and faded, so it's not a recent redial, and I think it's not refinished (but I could be wrong!)
3. Movement looks a bit dirty? Probably needs servicing.
4. The serial dates it to around 1957/1958?
Could I ask:
1. Did these 2-register chronos ever come in SS in that 37mm size? Or is this chromed nickel? Or worse, is this a franken?
2. Does the movement look OK?
3. Are there any other "red flags" or warning signs about the watch?
Thanks in advance for your help!
I'd like to enquire about this JLC 2-register chronograph that's for sale. It's in steel, and said to be 37mm without crown. I have only a little bit of experience in vintage watches, and not enough expertise, so I'd like to seek your help.
I consulted Zaf's book (pages 74-77) and as far as I can tell about this watch for sale:
1. It has a UG calibre 285 , which is consistent as far as I know
2. The dial resembles the one on the top of page 76, and it looks quite patina-ed and faded, so it's not a recent redial, and I think it's not refinished (but I could be wrong!)
3. Movement looks a bit dirty? Probably needs servicing.
4. The serial dates it to around 1957/1958?
Could I ask:
1. Did these 2-register chronos ever come in SS in that 37mm size? Or is this chromed nickel? Or worse, is this a franken?
2. Does the movement look OK?
3. Are there any other "red flags" or warning signs about the watch?
Thanks in advance for your help!