The Facts:
Year/Make/Model: 1950's Benrus "Pointer Calendar" men's watch
Reference: 998685
Case size (excluding crown): 30.0mm *NOTE* This is smaller than modern men's watches.
Case material: 10k RGP
Movement: Manual 17 jewel CE 13
Bands: New brown leather bands
A stunning 1950's Benrus Pointer Calendar men's watch, featuring a Swiss made 17 jewel CE 13 movement that has been inspected, serviced, and timegrapher regulated to ensure accuracy. One of the earlier ETA-based pointer calendar watches, this Benrus is in exceptionally fine condition. The 10k rolled gold plated case (30mm excluding the crown) is in very good condition, with minimal age wear. The dial is in very good condition with a faint eggshell patina. The blued steel, red-tipped date hand clicks over at midnight, as does the day. The crystal is clear and scratch-free. The crown has ample grip and it winds and sets easily.
This movement has a quickset feature; simply press the crown and the date advances, no more endless winding! It is clean and has clearly been looked after over the decades. The movement has a high amplitude and keeps time with great accuracy. The Benrus comes on new leather bands with a matching gold buckle. Perpetually in demand, these Fifties pointer calendar watches are a personal favorite of mine. I'm certain it will quickly become one of yours as well!
Please note that all mechanical watches, including automatics, require occasional winding in order to function properly. The watch will be well packaged and shipped out within one business day and tracking information is always included. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask prior to purchase and I'll reply promptly. Thank you for looking and have a great day!