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FS: '70s Croton Chronograph *PIC*

Vintage Croton Chronograph in great vintage condition
Excellent "Panda" dial with applied markers, circa 1970s.
Stainless Steel Case with original signed crown. Hadley Roma kevlar strap, black w/white stitching.

Big & Chunky wrist presence with a cool '70s vibe!

Dial & Hands : Highly desirable "Panda" dial with the original-finish in great vintage condition. Stainless steel hour/minute/sweep chrono hands, all correct. Stainless steel dial furniture. All of the dial text & markings are in clear and unfaded condition.

Case: Very good stainless steel case in excellent vintage condition with normal signs of wear - please review the pictures and judge for yourself. Serial number and case back markings are clearly visible to the naked eye. Highly distinctive rectangular case. 44mm lug to lug, 36mm w/out crown, 39mm with, and 15mm thick. Wears very large.

Movement: Valjoux 7730, a durable workhorse movement used by many fine Swiss brands of the era. Running well and keeping accurate time. All functions working as they should. Service history is not known, and a service is recommended.

Please review the pictures carefully as they are an important an integral part of the description.

Price: $550 or best reasonable offer.

On buying vintage: I want to emphasize that this is a *vintage* mechanical timepiece, decades old. I have described the watch as accurately as I can in words and in the photos. This watch comes with no warranty or guarantee. Please do your own independent research.

Returns: This watch is being sold "as is" with no warranty and no returns. Please read the full details above & review the pictures carefully as they are an important & integral part of the description.

Shipping: Free shipping. The watch will be sent via USPS priority mail, signature required, and insured for final sale value. I will process within three business days of receiving final payment. Please note that I will ship to USA addresses only.
More pictures here: http://s1048.photobucket.com/user/Darlinboy/FS%20Croton%20Chronograph%20Valjoux%207730/story

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