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Posted 8 months ago
jimt
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Help, I,m trying to identify my fathers watches. the crystal,back,and inner bach hinge open. 105792 is stamped on both back covers. No name on dial or movement, not working (no key). Also found an Elgin with a big E under the elgin that does not match any Ive seen in my research does work well, and I am using it.
More pictures of both are available, any help will be much appreciated.
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stunning and very beautiful:)
Gold filled?
Looks like the outer edges were gold plated and inside was silver
will post pictures today,sorry it took so long.thanks for the help