Watch: 1940s Mid-size Gruen Curvex Wrist Watch

The watch has a calibre 364 17-jewel hand-winding movement which is working nicely. The movement is signed with the Gruen Watch Co name, and it also has the name Conoruma. By 1940 all movements had moved over to using the new temperature compensating metal in the balance and hairspring known as Conoruma. The watch measures 19.5mm wide excluding the winding crown, and 30mm high excluding the lugs. Originally the watch would have been worn by a man but nowadays, it is classed as a mid-size piece. The case is 10kt gold filled while the case back is stainless steel. The case is in lovely condition. The curved lens has light marking but is very acceptable. The signed dial is in its original finish. One of the hands is original, the other is a good period replacement. A new leather strap has been fitted. The watch comes in a new presentation box. All Prices Include UK Postage (excluding Northern Ireland). Please contact us before placing international orders so that we can advise of shipping prices and to see if customs regulations allow us to post watches to your country. The international buyer is responsible for paying any import duties and taxes. All of our watches are checked over before listing, and are also checked for accuracy which is usually within around +/- two to three minutes over 24 hours (unless otherwise stated), which is considered respectable for a vintage watch. We are a Vat registered company and all purchases are covered by Consumer Regulations. Credit / debit card purchases can be made over the telephone on 01386 750238 or you can proceed via the red 'Buy Now' button on each listing page. We are an on-line only business and do not have facilities for callers. Our offices are open from Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. With regards to appraisals / valuations, we receive a huge number of information requests each day and unfortunately do not have the manpower to deal with them all individually. Our advice would be to contact a local auctioneer for a full appraisal.