Bidspirit auction | (288) D.L. HUGUENIN À LA

(288) D.L. HUGUENIN À LA CHAUX-DE-FONDS, GOLD QUARTER REPEATER WATCH, CENTRAL SECONDS - Gold case, No. 363-AJE 6104 K18, guilloché back, smooth rim and bezel, fluted middle part, long bow with pusher for activating the repeater, oval ring, on the middle part a small lever for blocking the striking mechanism pusher. Hands: Gold, Breguet style, large blued steel seconds hand. Movement: Large plate in gilded and engraved brass, signed: David Louis Huguenin à La Chaux-de-Fonds, large balance cock, pierced in the center, all engraved, visible engraved barrel with steel bridge, pin-lever escapement with a large annular balance with 5 arms, D: 40 mm, quarter repeater on gongs, under the bezel on the edge of the dial a small bolt to stop and start the large central hand that strikes the seconds, also in the same place a knurled disc for setting the hands, winding with keys. D: 59.3 mm, H: 14.7 mm (without glass), 141g In 2004, Prof. Curtit wrote in his expertise: A very interesting specimen because of its escapement, in perfect condition and working order. Since then, the watch has been displayed in a showcase. SHIPPING TO THE USA IS NOT POSSIBLE DUE TO HIGH CUSTOMS FEES. CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS ARE NOT ACCEPTED FOR THIS AUCTION.