HISTORIC WWI-ERA Mens 1915's ED. HEUER GERMANY Vintage SKELETON Watch CHRONOGRAPH

This is a MARRIAGE watch. Is the term used for a new, modern case that has been used to house a vintage pocket watch movement. Please read the sizes of this watch in the description. Heuer movement is 100% ORIGINAL with chronograph function and. Has been in addition updated and engraved. The movement is running superbly and keeping good time, recently serviced.

NEW chromed steel case that provides with glass cover of back lid non Ed. Heuer was made in 2015. (front) & MINERAL GLASS (back) are in excellent condition. UNIQUE AND RARE EXAMPLE OF TIMEPIECE VERY BEAUTIFUL VINTAGE SKELETON. Of a mens ca 1915.

It is a unique, vintage and rare WWI military chronograph wristwatch of German Armed Forces First World War is of great historical significance, authentic ones are very hard to find. Founded a watchmaking company in 1860.

Some early highlights of the company's early history include the following: In 1869, Edouard Heuer patented the first crown-winding mechanism for pocket watches. In 1889, during the Universal Exhibition in Paris, the Heuer company won a silver medal for its collection of pocket chronographs.

In 1911, the company received a patent for the "Time of Trip", the first dashboard chronograph. Heuer introduced its first wrist chronograph in 1914. The crown was at the twelve o'clock position, as these first wrist chronographs were adapted from pocket chronographs. In 1916, Heuer introduced the "Micrograph", the first stopwatch accurate to 1/100th of a second.

In 1933, Heuer introduced the "Autavia", a dashboard timer used for Automobiles and Aviation (and thus the name "Autavia"). The companion "Hervue" was a clock that had an 8-day movement (meaning that it could run for eight days without being wound). In the early 1950s, Heuer produced watches for the American retailer, Abercrombie & Fitch.

The "Seafarers" had special dials -- with blue, green and yellow patterns -- that showed the high-tide and the low-tide. This dial could also be used to track the phases of the moon. Heuer introduced its own version of this chronograph in the late 1960s, known as the "Mareographe". The "Auto-Graph" was produced in 1953 and 1954, and was designed to compute the speed of an automobile over a measured mile.

In 1958, Heuer introduced a new line of timepieces, designed to be mounted on the dashboard of an automobile -- or an airplane or boat. Leading models of these dashboard timers included the Master Time (8-day clock), the Monte Carlo (12-hour stopwatch), the Super Autavia (full chronograph), Sebring (60-minute, split second timer) and Auto-Rallye (60-minute stopwatch).

Heuer continued to manufacture this line of timepieces, into the 1980s. During the period from the 1950s through the 1970s, Heuers were popular watches among automobile racers, both professionals and amateurs. The Autavia chronograph was introduced in 1962 and featured a rotating bezel, marked in either hours, minutes or with a tachymeter scale. The Autavia name had previously been used on Heuer's dashboard timers (described above). The Carrera chronograph, designed by Jack Heuer, was introduced in 1963, and became a design icon, known for its clean lines.

Most of Heuer chronographs from this period used movements manufactured by Valjoux, including the legendary Valjoux 72 movement (for a 12-hour chronograph). Heuer acquired the "Leonidas" brand in the early 1960s, with the combined company marketing watches under the "Heuer-Leonidas" name. One of the designs that Heuer acquired from Leonidas was the "Bundeswehr" chronograph, used by the German air force. These "BWs" feature a "fly-back" mechanism, so that when the chronograph is reset to zero, it immediately begins running again, to time the next segment or event. In 1969, Heuer was part of a partnership (with Breitling and Hamilton), that introduced the first automatic chronographs. Heuer's first automatic chronographs were the Autavia, Carrera and Monaco. These chronographs were powered by the Cal 11 and Cal 12 movements (12-hour chronograph); Cal 14 movement (12-hour chronograph and additional hand for GMT / second time-zone); and the Cal 15 movement (30-minute chronograph). An unusual feature of these chronographs was that the winding crown was on the left, with the pushers for the chronograph on the right. The earliest of Heuer's Cal 11 chronographs (from 1969) used the Chrono-Matic name; soon after that time, Heuer discontinued its use of that reference. In the early 1980s, Heuer introduced a series of chronographs powered by the Lemania 5100 movement. These chronographs have the minute hand for the chronograph on the center pinion (rather than on a smaller register), greatly improving legibility. This series of chronographs was considered to be very rugged and durable. TAG Heuer was formed in 1985 when TAG (Techniques d'Avant Garde), manufacturers of high-tech items such as ceramic turbochargers for Formula 1 cars, acquired Heuer. Together they modernized the product line and became one of the biggest names in Swiss watches. In 2007 TAG Heuer has won the iF product design award for its Monaco Calibre 360 LS Concept Chronograph. The award was given away by the International Forum Design Hannover GmbH, which is held in Hanover, Germany.

The watch received the prestigious award in the Leisure/Lifestyle category. It was chosen among more than 2,200 timepieces presented by watchmakers from 35 countries.

In the period between March 15 and August 2007, the watch could be admired at iF design exhibition. TAG Heuer received the iF product design award for the second time in the last two years. In 2006 another TAG Heuer watch, entitled Professional Golf Watch, won in the same Leisure/Lifestyle category. The design of the Professional Golf Watch was developed together with Tiger Woods. For the Reichswehr even any airplane was allowed, so there were official motorless trainings and secret activities in Sweden and the Soviet Union. In the later 1930s, the Air Force gave watches like these to the pilots e.

In the same design there were even wrist chronographs by Breitling Cal. This timepiece features a MILITARY WWI ERA BLACK dial is signed. Is in mint condition, professionally restored to its original status and perfectly done, absolutely no chips of abuse. It features a 60 minute checkered outer track border with five minute.

Enamel Arabic numbering, basic white Roman numerals, steel. And a sub-second dial with 60 second outer chapter and sweep steel seconds hand. The dial has central steel hand for chronograph function. Also, the dial is decorated of RETRO PLANE WWI. It is a registered design model that features a three piece. Case that provides with glass cover of back lid. This watch was converted from pocket watch. Case, new custom made, fantastic, build specially for this excellent. The lugs are in great condition while the winding crown is in very good shape and operates properly. Es on the back side. It has a one pusher (in crown) to start, stop and reset chronograph function. I recently acquired this watch and it runs excellent and all chrono functions work perfectly. Movement in an excellent status which was very well saved, considering age of this watch and has been in addition updated and engraved by the craftsman.

Each part of the mechanism, each millimeter it is decorated by a magnificent magic ornament. The bridges have in addition to extensive skeletonization have been gorgeously engraved as well. On the front side of the movement you can see the. On back side you can see. But I hope another collector can identify the maker within the.

As it is clearly higher grade. Mechanism has been recently serviced to ensure it winds and sets smoothly while keeping great, accurate time. You can see from any direction the internal mechanics working as the balance wheel spins. They make an elegant statement on the wrist. Watch aficionados and laymen alike when they see a high quality skeletonized watch recognize its beauty. This is a NAIL SET watch so you dont pull the crown out to. Instead, you press the little button near the crown IN and then move the crown to set the hands, releasing the button once youre finished. Its easy, so dont worry about getting the hang of it! It comes complete with a new 26mm black handmade high quality genuine leather strap with matching chrome steel buckle for a most MILITARY STYLE look. 54.00 mm Diameter (without crown). This fine watch winds and sets smoothly and keeps great, accurate time. All chrono functions work perfectly, buttons work very smooth. Because of the vintage nature of the watch I cannot guarantee its absolute time keeping accuracy even if they are in good running condition and in some rare occasions may require additional adjustment. Always an EXTRA FINE watches at a no Reserve Price!! If you like rare, antique, unique and collectible vintage wristwatches or pocket watches (or just enjoy learning about all the different watch makers and models) I suggest you bookmark this page or add me to your "Favorite Sellers" list. I always have beautiful pristine timepieces for sale ending Monday. Recommendations for the owner of vintage watches. All Antique watches are mechanical. Many repairs will not be cheap, as most likely they will require replacement of non-standard parts (unlike most late model watches). Antique watches should not be beaten or dropped - because repairs may be expensive. Antique watches are generally NOT waterproof. This is because waterproofing was not in general production until the middle of the 20th century for most watches.

Therefore you should protect your antique watch from exposure to moisture. If your watch becomes wet it should be dried off quickly. Carefully open all covers and use a hair drier to blow dry the movement, dial, covers, crown.

This will reduce the amount of rust. If your watch becomes wet with any kind of salt water you should immediately immerse or spray your watch with fresh (no-salt) water to remove all the salt from the works before drying the watch completely. Any salt left in the watch will combine with moisture in the air to rust metal components of the movement, case etc. Winding any mechanical watch tight may break the mainspring. If you can avoid it do not wind the watch hard.

When adjusting the hands of your watch, move them in a clockwise direction only. Counter-clockwise adjustments may damage the movement. If you must adjust counter-clockwise make it for small adjustments only i.

Be careful and gentle when adjusting the movement speed (faster or slower). Don't make sharp movements, and don't touch other components in the movement especially the pendulum mechanism.

Every 2-3 years it is necessary to service and oil vintage watches. If the watch is dirty - allow the watch to run down, don't wind it again until you have it serviced by a qualified watch repair expert.

Dust will absorb and remove important lubricants and cause the movement pieces to wear down. To clean the case, dial and crystal you should use a cloth that does NOT leave fibers as these may get caught up in the movement. Check with your Watch repair expert to get an appropriate cloth. Keep your antiques watch away from magnets.

Strong magnetic fields may affect the accuracy of your watch since some vintage watches were made with iron based components in the movement. Most Cases and Covers are fine components and will not handle abuse well.

The watch should not be shaken, beaten, or stressed. Antique watches generally experience an error of up to 5-7 minutes a day. Any accuracy of +- 5 minutes is very good. Please contact me FIRST BEFORE sending a cheque to get full address.

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Vintage watches are very delicate and I package to the highest degree to prevent damage. To clarify all my items are Vintage or Antique and as such should Not be expected to be like a New or Quartz watch in any way whatsoever! The watch in pictures is the actual watch that You will receive. Also I will mark item as "gift".

Sellers: Get your own map of past buyers. The item "HISTORIC WWI-ERA Mens 1915's ED. HEUER GERMANY Vintage SKELETON Watch CHRONOGRAPH" is in sale since Friday, December 11, 2015.

This item is in the category "Jewelry & Watches\Watches\Wristwatches". The seller is "wandolec" and is located in Kiev.

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Brand: EDOUARD HEUER, GERMANY
Gender: Men's
Features: Chronograph
Movement: SKELETONIZED, ENGRAVED
Year of Manufacture: Pre-1920
Watch Shape: Round
Case Material: NEW
Case Color: Steel
Face Color: NEW
Band Material: GENUINE LEATHER
Band Color: Black
Style: SKELETON WATCH
Age Group: Adult