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New Arrival No. 2 - Reference 345; Casa Masson; Early 1950's

Here is the second in the series of "New Arrivals", this one being the Reference 345, powered by the Valjoux 71, made by Heuer for "Casa Masson" (the Brazilian jeweler / watch retailer), early 1950's.

I will be posting additional photos and information, but wanted to post these "quick and dirty" photos.

I will also be doing some comparison shots with the "Old Clunker" (shown at the bottom), which dates from 1943. Though the Reference 345 and the Old Clunker share many elements, the cases are very different looking (shape of the lugs, thickness of the case, etc.).

Catalog page from 1946 shows the Reference 345 (square pushers) and the 346 (round pushers / waterproof case).

Jeff


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