The present example offered here is fresh to the market.
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Please note that the movement should be CH 27-70 Q instead of CH 270-70 Q as stated in the printed catalogue. Please note that the present lot is accompanied with an Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1994 and its subsequent sale on 18 October 2004.
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