Description
Vintage Gruen Precision Men's Mechanical Wristwatch N510SS Swiss Gold Tone Product Description Item: Wristwatch Brand: Gruen Model: Precision Movement: Mechanical Case Material: Gold Tone Country: Swiss Gender: Men's Caliber: N510SS Size: 33mm Product Measurements Diameter: 33mm Lug Width: 17mm Lug to Lug: 42.5mm Thickness: 9 mm Product Condition Overall Condition: Poor, overall condition for its age. Functions: Not running but the balance complete is in good condition. Case: There is plating wear through and scratches on the case. Crystal: There are scratches on the crystal. Dial: The dial has discoloration and spotting. Crown: It is missing the stem. Hands: The hands have rust on them. About the brand: Founded in Ohio - Gruen was one of the largest American watch manufacturers for the greater part of the 20th century. In fact, shortly after their relocation to Cincinnati, Gruen became the number one selling watch brand in the US. Like many brands - their factory in Time Hill ceased production of wristwatches and produced contracted military watches for the US Military in WW2. After the war, the flood of Swiss import watches had a disastrous effect on Gruen, and the brand ultimately closed its doors in 1977. Today, their wonderful line of vintage watches such as the Airflight, and Curvex models are all that remains of this once great brand.