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Gruen Ristside Driver's YGF Wristwatch Original Bracelet and Box, circa 1930s
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- Creator:Gruen Watch Company
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- Date of Manufacture:1930's
- Condition:Repaired. Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Long Beach, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: 24661stDibs: LU42237513182

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CIRCA / YEAR: 1950
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This is a "vault find" watch, it has been locked up for nearly 50 years, which means it needs a service. We will give it a factory quality service by our finest watchmaker as part of the purchase price before it is shipped out to you. This will delay shipping for a few days of course.
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This great looking Art Deco Watch is called the Ristside, it was produced by the legendary house of Gruen. The watch has been in our collection for nearly 50 years and it appears to be New Old Stock, as it is still fitted with its original Pig Skin Leather Strap. The strap is too dried out to actually use however (we can make you an exact one). We will supply it with a modern strap that will fit the original buckle. This watch is dependable and easy to service.
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