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Gruen Veri-Thin Elector [message #1605]

Wed, 25 September 2013 23:51

Gary
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Model name : Veri-Thin Elector
Period/date : Early 1950's
Case Maker : D&A (DiVincenzo & Arienti, Brooklyn)
Case Material : 10K Gold Filled
Caliber : 335
Movement Maker : Gruen
Movement Serial:
Bracelet : 16mm Strap

Other info : This watch is part of the Gruen 21 Series, The first to have an American-made movement. A good site describing the Gruen 21 Series is here: http://www.pixelp.com/gruen/1945.html

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Re: Gruen Veri-Thin Elector [message #1607 is a reply to message #1605]

Thu, 26 September 2013 00:17

JackW
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Very nice. I think Mikey is about to have a certain level of envy when he sees this one.

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Re: Gruen Veri-Thin Elector [message #1609 is a reply to message #1607]

Thu, 26 September 2013 02:53

mikey
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No kidding. I'll be happy if my Elector looks that good! BUT I was also thinkin'.....there's a nice 335 parts movement. Smile

Still here....

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Re: Gruen Veri-Thin Elector [message #1610 is a reply to message #1609]

Thu, 26 September 2013 03:22

Gary
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I can't wait to see yours Mikey! My Elector was overhauled last year and I replaced the mainspring and crystal. I have to say the 335 is one of the easier movements to work on.

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