Longines, J.W. Benson
Vintage Reference 20987, a manual wind wristwatch with a monopusher
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Description
Founded in 1847 by James William Benson and Samuel Suckley Benson, JW Benson has catered to a client base made up of both British and European royalty. Today, most vintage JW Benson watches have Swiss-made movements like this example. However, there are examples of very early transitional JW Benson officers’ watches with in-house, British-made movements inside them. These are identifiable by the large size of their top plate and the wording “Best London Make.”
Condition Report
FairThe watch is in overall fair condition with moderate wear throughout commensurate with age. Case is in fair condition with moderate surface wear. Generic strap has moderate signs of stretch and surface wear throughout commensurate with age. Dial is in overall good condition. Caseback has signs of scratches. The movement is running at the time of cataloging, however, it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.
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Fist a wrist watch of 7 inches or smaller.
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