For sale is a vintage Clebar Diver chronograph watch, featuring a unique tropical dial. This piece has some imperfections and missing components, making it an ideal project for watch enthusiasts and collectors who appreciate restoration work.
Detailed Description
Brand and Model:
Brand:Clebar
Model:Diver Chronograph Incabloc 20 ATM
Year:1970s
Dial:
The dial has developed a beautiful tropical brown patina, highly desirable among collectors.
Features two sub-dials with a contrasting light color, maintaining its vintage charm.
The dial has clear and legible markers and inscriptions, preserving its classic look.
Hands:
The watch is missing the chronograph minute and second hands.
The hour and minute hands are intact and match the vintage aesthetic of the watch.
Bezel:
The bezel, originally black, is missing. This part will need to be sourced and installed by the buyer.
Case:
The stainless steel case is in good condition, showing minor wear consistent with its age.
The back case features an inscription that reads "Bill Southern," adding a unique personal touch to the watch's history.
The case back is also marked with "WATERPROOF," "INCABLOC," "ALL STAINLESS STEEL," and "SWISS MADE."
Movement:
The movement is in a tropical state, exhibiting a desirable brownish color rather than the typical black.
The movement is currently held in place by a piece of Rodico, a temporary fix that needs to be replaced with proper movement holders for permanent stability.
The movement is a Landeron 248, known for its reliability and used in many vintage chronographs.
Glass:
The watch glass shows signs of wear but is free from major cracks or scratches, preserving the visibility of the dial.
Strap:
The watch comes with a black leather strap in good condition, suitable for immediate wear.
Important Details
Condition:The watch is being sold as is. It requires parts and repairs to be fully functional.
Missing Parts:Bezel, chronograph minute, and second hands.
Movement Holder:The movement is currently secured with Rodico and needs proper fixing.
Inscription:"Bill Southern" on the back case.
Unique Features:Tropical dial and movement, both highly sought after by collectors.
Disclaimer
This watch is sold as is, and all details have been described to the best of our knowledge. Potential buyers are encouraged to carefully review the images and description and to ask any questions before purchasing.
