The Precision Watch

 

"The Gruen Precision is a nice elegant watch with a movement that may not be seen as modern. Nonetheless, it offers an innovative style that is simply spectacular."

GRUEN
Veri-Thin
PRECISION

This is a vintage Gruen Veri-Thin precision wristwatch, "The Precision Watch" dated from 1940's. It is a manual wind watch with a Gruen movement caliber 420 SS, 17 jewels, Swiss made, precision and Veri-Thin patented.

It is a beautiful round case with fancy lugs design, all in stainless steel. The crystal is in good condition too.

After 75 years, it still has the original two-tone silver dial with bold Arabic Numerals, the dial has two rings design, the top one for the minute marks and the middle one for the 24 hours dial design. The dial is signed with the Gruen name and "VERI-THIN PRECISION" as well. It is coming with a vintage signed "CARAVELLE W-Germany" black two pieces straps.

This watch is in god condition! Runs very well and keeps great time.

Gruen watches were known for their elegant and thin design, marketed by the company as VeriThin.

Movement:
Gruen Watch Co.
17 Jewels
Precision
Unadjusted
Cal. 420SS
Veri-Thin
Patented

Case Back Signed:
Switzerland
Gruen Watch Co.
Guildite

GRUEN
100542

Measures (mm):
Case Diameter 32
Case Lug to Lug 38.5
Case Thickness 9.8
Lug Width 16
Band Width 15

Vintage watches are traditionally smaller than today's watches. Men's watches typically measure between 29-36mm (some larger, some smaller) wide excluding the crown. In the listing details we typically try to do our best to list all pertinent dimensions of a watch. If you don't see it, or we failed to do so, please reach out to us. Women's watches from the 1900s-1970s were also somewhat smaller than today’s offerings in many cases. Please also feel free to ask any questions you have pertaining to size.

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The condition is pre-owned.
The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended.
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It will be carefully packed.

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