Brand: Olma
Movement: Mechanical (Manual Winding)
Caliber: AS 1880/81 (Swiss Made)
Case Size: 34 mm (excluding crown)
Case Material: 20 Microns Gold Plated / Stainless Steel Back
Serial Number: 03160 (Matching watch & papers)
Year Manufactured: 1970
Dial: Silver Sunburst, Original
Features: Incabloc, Antimagnetic, Commemorative Engraving, Full Set
Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland
Up for sale is a truly remarkable "Time Capsule" piece: a Full Set Olma dress watch from 1970. This timepiece is not just a watch, but a piece of history, presented as a 30-year Long Service Award (1940–1970) to an employee of the Belgian ACEC company.
Why this watch is special:
Matching Numbers: The serial number 03160 on the case back perfectly matches the original guarantee certificate included in the set.
High-Quality Case: The watch features a thick 20-micron gold plating (stamped in the documents), which is much more durable than standard plating.
Verified Provenance: Sold in July 1970 by "R. Schietecatte" in Belgium, as confirmed by the original stamped papers.
Condition Report:
Movement: Original Swiss Caliber AS 1880/81 with 17 jewels. It is clean, runs strong, and keeps good time.
Dial: Stunning silver sunburst dial with gold-applied markers in excellent vintage condition.
Case: 34mm case in good shape. The stainless steel screw-down back features a crisp, deep commemorative engraving ("ACEC ROULET R. 1940-1970").
Strap: Please note the strap is heavily worn due to its age, but we have kept it to maintain the 100% original historical integrity of the set.
Full Set: Includes the original red Olma presentation box and the original guarantee document.
Summary:
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a vintage Swiss mechanical watch with a fully documented history and "matching numbers" paperwork. A perfect addition to any serious collection.
Please review all high-resolution photos as they are a key part of the description.
Condition & Media: Sold exactly as shown. Review all pictures carefully; they form an integral part of the description and represent cosmetic condition.
⚠️ CRITICAL MOVEMENTS GUIDE & BUYER AGREEMENT:
⚙️ MANUAL WINDING: NO BATTERY. Powered by mainspring. Wind crown clockwise (15-20 turns) until you feel natural resistance. Do not force it. Rewind every 24-36h.
🔄 AUTOMATIC WATCHES: NO BATTERY. Powered by wrist movement. Arrives stopped due to transit. Shake gently for 30-60 seconds to start, then wear regularly.
🔋 QUARTZ WATCHES: Powered by battery. Fresh battery installed before shipping.
⏱️ VINTAGE ACCURACY & SERVICE: This is a 30-90 year old historic collectible, NOT modern quartz. Daily variance up to +/- 3 to 5 minutes is standard and expected. All timepieces are professionally inspected, tested, and serviced when necessary before listing. However, due to their antique nature, future routine maintenance or fine calibration over time remains the buyer's responsibility. Vintage watches have ZERO water resistance; keep away from moisture.
🚫 FRAUD PROTECTION: False returns (e.g. "defective" due to normal vintage variance or lack of battery) will be immediately reported to eBay as policy abuse.
💼 Selling Policy: All sales final. Ask questions BEFORE bidding/offering. If an item arrives damaged, contact us immediately to arrange a return.
✈️ Shipping & Customs Terms:
• Origin: Shipped from Ukraine via registered AirMail with tracking. Despite the war, our postal system works reliably and securely.
• Delivery: Due to wartime logistics and customs, shipping may take longer. We deeply appreciate your patience and support.
• Duties: Import taxes and fees are the sole responsibility of the buyer.
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