Vintage Benrus BB3 Mens Watch 15 Jewel Swiss Manual Wind Small Seconds Running For Sale

Vintage Benrus Model BB3 15-Jewel Swiss Manual-Wind Men’s WristwatchOffered is a handsome vintage Benrus mechanical wristwatch featuring a classic tonneau/Art Deco-inspired case, silver/ivory dial, applied gold-tone Arabic numerals and subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o’clock.The case measures approximately 27mm wide excluding the crown, a traditional men’s dress-watch size for the period.The case has been opened and the movement positively identified. It is signed:BENRUS WATCH CO. INC.
MODEL BB 3
FIFTEEN 15 JEWELS
SWISS – UNADJUSTEDThe Swiss mechanical movement is manual wind and is currently running and keeping time during observation.The original-style vintage dial shows age-related patina, spotting and discoloration consistent with a watch of this age. The case and crystal also show scratches and normal vintage wear. Please examine the detailed photographs for condition.The watch is fitted with an attractive vintage gold-tone expansion bracelet and wears nicely on the wrist despite its traditional 27mm case size.Details: Benrus Model BB3 • Swiss 15-jewel mechanical movement • Manual wind • Approx. 27mm case width excluding crown • Small-seconds subdial • Applied Arabic numerals • Gold-tone tonneau case • Expansion bracelet • Case number 640174 • Running and keeping time during observation • Zippered storage case included.The movement and inside case back have been photographed so the buyer can see exactly what is being offered.Please note: This is a vintage mechanical watch and no recent service history is known. While currently running and keeping time during observation, long-term accuracy and power reserve have not been professionally tested. Water resistance has not been tested and should not be assumed.A very attractive surviving example of a vintage Benrus BB3, with the signed 15-jewel movement visible and documented.