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Re: El Primero movement check?
In Response To: El Primero movement check? ()

Absolutely correct. The Thirty-One Jewels 3019 PHC with "B SWISS MADE" under the balance is typical for early El Primeros for the european market.

: I'm close to acquiring a great A386. These three photos of the
: movement were supplied by the seller. They look correct to me,
: based on my readings of LouS's incredible guides and postings.

: Just wanted to confirm with the experts that this looks right.

: http://i1159.photobucket.com/albums/p639/VisaW2/bandsetc013.jpg
: http://i1159.photobucket.com/albums/p639/VisaW2/bandsetc014.jpg
: http://i1159.photobucket.com/albums/p639/VisaW2/bandsetc015.jpg

: Thanks gentlemen.

: JS

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