LACO AVIATORS MILITARY WW2 GERMAN ARMY WRIST WATCH 1939 ALL ORIGINAL - EXTREMELY RARE - GREAT CONDITION ANTIQUE Start Price USD 5,999.00 Current Price USD 5,999.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Thursday, August 28, 2008 End Time Sunday, September 07, 2008 Location Miami, Florida See more about 'LACO AVIATORS MILITARY WW2 GERMAN ARMY WRIST WATCH 1939' Description          Click on image to enlarge.  Click on image to enlarge.  Click on image to enlarge.  Click on image to enlarge.  Click on image to enlarge.  Click on image to enlarge.  Click on image to enlarge.  Click on image to enlarge.  Click on image to enlarge.  Click on image to enlarge.  Click on image to enlarge.  Click on image to enlarge.  Click on image to enlarge.  Click on image to enlarge.  Click on image to enlarge.       LACO AVIATORS MILITARY WW2 GERMAN ARMY WRIST WATCH 1939   This all original wartime LACO AVIATORS MILITARY WW2 GERMAN ARMY WRIST WATCH 1939 is an extraordinary piece in which holds all the aspects that a serious watch collector looks for. This watch has its original uncut leather band in which is in great condition. The band was designed to fit over the uniform of the German navigators and big enough to fit ones arm. The original dial and mechanism are in great condition. The large 55mm diameter case with the contract number FL23883 and the large mechanism have matching serial numbers. The movement is powered by a manual winding/setting crown and has 22 jewels. This watch has been professionally serviced and is in absolutely great condition.     CASE #: H 3844 MOVEMENT #: 3844 SIGNED LACO DIAMETER SIZE: 55mm(WITHOUT CROWN) LUG TO LUG SIZE: 64.5mm THICKNESS SIZE: 21mm   MECHANISM: The large 55mm diameter case with the contract number FL23883 and the large mechanism have matching serial numbers. The movement is powered by a manual winding/setting crown and has 22 jewels. Note: when winding the crown, you must stop once you feel resistance. Over winding the watch will cause the spring to jump and may cause gears of the movement to break.   DIAL - ORIGINAL BLACK COLOR DIAL. HANDS - Blue steel with luminescent. CLASS/CRYSTAL - new plastic dome. CROWN - Silver tone BRACELET/STRAP - ORIGINAL leather band. LOCK/CLASP/BUCKLE - Stainless steel FUNCTIONS - Time; all center hands WARNING:   BEFORE PLAYING THE VIDEO BELOW, PLEASE BE AWARE THAT IT IS A VIDEO OF THE GERMAN AIR FORCES AND SYMBOLS SUCH AS "NAZI" ARE SHOWN. LACO/Langendorf Watch Co./ This auction is for a scarce and military example of a men’s “LACO” (Langendorf Watch Co.) ca 1941 timepiece, made in Switzerland. It is a unique, vintage and rare WWII military example of men’s wristwatch.   **************************************************************************************************** History of Langendorf Watch Co.   This company was established in 1872 by Colonel Johann Kottmann and further developed by relatives, Charles, Ernst and Rudolf Kottmann, through to 1944.   Throughout its history the company has registered several names with various snall differences:- Langendorf S.A. Societe D'Horlogerie de Langendorf, Uhrenfabrik Langendorf, Langendorf Watch Co. Fabrique D'Horllogerie De Eta Langendorf, Lonville Watch Co. Lonville Watch Co.(New York), Lanco, Lanco Swiss Watch Co (GB )Ltd.   At the beginning of the 20th century they ventured into America and Langendorf were imported by American Swiss Watch Co who in 1915 were reported out of business. An advertisement in 1916, which showed a picture of there factory in Langendorf, said that they employed 1,500 workers and produced 3,000 pieces daily. By 1920 they were also producing alarm clocks.   In 1924 there was a branch at Lommiswyl and the following year an agency in Le Chaux De Fonds. Many of the watches were produced for export and to save paying duty they were cased by the country importing them, this applied to the U.S.A. where competition was keen. A 1959 advert boasted a "Mighty new factory for Lanco to be completed this year". Listing continues until at least 1986.     ABOUT US We have been in watch business for a long time. We specialize in repairing, selling, and reselling old, unique, and rare type of watches. We have decided to bring some of our collection to the biggest Internet auction – eBay. In our eBay auctions you may find very rare and unique, limited edition modern watches, or antique vintage watches, plus LED watches from 1968 to most recent models. We add new listings on daily basis. Because of our expertise in the business we will provide each customer with the best service possible. We can also service your watch, so please feel free to email and ask as many questions as you like. We will be glad to help you. Thank you, and good luck…       Place a Bid!