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Bucherer Mechanical Pencil Watch

About the Item

A rare 1930's Bucherer pencil watch. It was made by Bucherer for a few different firms including Rolex. This version is in a gold filed case I assume as it is not hallmarked. The watch works and has been keeping pretty good time. Dial is marked C. Bucherer Lucerne, Swiss. Mechanism for the pencil is pull and push. Surface scratches and some wear.
  • Creator:
    Bucherer (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)Width: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)Depth: 0.38 in (9.66 mm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1930s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Surface scratches and some wear.
  • Seller Location:
    Palm Springs, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU835024706602

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