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I did NOT find this watch in Grandpa’s sock drawer (disclaimer)

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My SO gave it to me!

Short explanation; My SO helped care for a close friend who recently passed away. She was helping the departed ladies brother clean out the apartment, the woman was a bit of a hoarder. Among many boxes and bags were several boxes of old jewelry. My SO asked the brother if he wanted any of the jewelry, he didn’t. She noticed the watch and again asked if he wanted…

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Vintage DuFonte watch [Lucian Piccard]

NO, I did not find this in Grandpas’ sock drawer! I found the watch among my partners’ late boyfriends’ possessions. NOT looking for evaluations or to sell.

It’s a Du Fonte by Lucian Piccard, a bit of research indicates it may be from the 60s-70’s. It’s a nice sporty looking Swiss made watch. I gave it a few turns and it started right up! Appears to keep time (hard to tell really it’s only been running < 24 hrs).

The watch was probably last worn around 1998-1999. No…

Vintage DuFonte watch [Lucian Piccard]

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