{"product_id":"000000008657","title":"Waltham De Luxe 14KGF Gold-Filled, 23 Jewels, Rose Gold Movement, AS Cal. 1506\/1507, Manual Wind, Overhauled, 1960s","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a 1960s Waltham \u003cstrong\u003eDe Luxe\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"background: rgb(238, 238, 238); border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 5px 10px;\"\u003eWaltham is the oldest watch brand in America, famous for its pocket watches.\u003cbr\u003e\nEstablished around 1850, the company began using the name \u003cstrong\u003eWaltham\u003c\/strong\u003e in its corporate title around 1885.\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1957, it ceased production in the United States and relocated its headquarters to Switzerland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe warm, ivory-toned dial is accented with \u003cstrong\u003ewedge-shaped indices\u003c\/strong\u003e, emblematic of the 1950s and 60s.\u003cbr\u003e\nAt the 12 o'clock position sits a three-dimensional \u003cstrong\u003eWaltham \"W\" emblem\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the words \"\u003cstrong\u003eDE LUXE\u003c\/strong\u003e\"—the mark of the brand's high-end line at the time—proudly printed just below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe case features \u003cstrong\u003e14K gold-filled\u003c\/strong\u003e construction, which provides a deeper, more refined luster characteristic of vintage watches thanks to a gold layer thicker than that of gold-plated (GP) alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe beauty of the movement is particularly noteworthy. It houses a high-grade, \u003cstrong\u003e23-jewel, red-gold-plated\u003c\/strong\u003e movement based on a Swiss masterpiece ebauche. It features an \"ADJUSTED\" engraving, indicating it has been precision-tuned, making this piece a testament to Waltham's dedication to quality during that era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCondition\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis watch has been overhauled.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the case shows minor scratches consistent with its age, there is no peeling of the 14K gold fill, and it remains in excellent condition.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt comes fitted with a brand-new leather strap so that you can wear it with comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eAs this is a vintage watch, it is not waterproof.\u003c\/span\u003e Please avoid using it in environments with moisture (such as on rainy days, while washing your face, or on hot, sweaty days).\u003cbr\u003e\nAdditionally, as this is a precision instrument, please be careful to avoid strong impacts from drops and keep it away from magnetic sources (such as smartphones, PCs, speakers, and magnetic handbag clasps).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch4\u003eOperation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManual Winding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Turn clockwise while the crown is in the standard position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Pull the Crown\u003c\/strong\u003e: Insert a fingernail between the case and the crown and gently pull it out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003ePulling the crown too forcefully may cause it to come out entirely; please pull it out gently.\u003cbr\u003e\nTo prevent bending the crown, please remove the watch from your wrist before operating it.\u003cbr\u003e\nHandling the crown gently will help reduce strain on the mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime Adjustment\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pull out the crown and turn counter-clockwise.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WATCH COLLE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56190497521969,"sku":"000000008657-001","price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/4939\/5761\/files\/10_000000008657.jpg?v=1788948565","url":"https:\/\/watch-colle.com\/en\/products\/000000008657","provider":"WATCH COLLE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}