{"product_id":"lecoultre-reference-e328-automatic-35mm-1950s","title":"LeCoultre Reference E328 Automatic 35mm - 1950's","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeCoultre Reference E328 Automatic 35mm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA stunning watch from one of horology's most accomplished watchmakers, the E328 from LeCoultre is a lovely example of the mid-century daily sports watch formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in the mid-late 50's, the case was oversized for the time, measuring in at 35mm and around 10mm thick, with a 42mm lug-to-lug. 35mm doesn't sound particularly large, but it has real presence on the wrist, and feels like a 36 with those long, slender lugs. A good portion of this 10mm thickness comes from the screwdown caseback, an indication that this was a watch made to be worn all the time, and this solidity and water resistance has shown in how well this particular piece has been preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stepped dial has aged wonderfully, taking on a darker tone throughout, and is in excellent condition with an even patina. There's a small blemish next to 'LeCoultre'. The dagger markers are in excellent condition, as are the hands. Plexi shows some minor marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe case is very sharp, with excellent finishes throughout. Shows scratches as expected, but quite remarkable for its age with no large dings\/nicks present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurrently mounted to an aftermarket leather strap with aftermarket pin buckle that is in excellent condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eService history is unknown. The automatic bumper 812 movement is currently keeping COSC time at 242 degrees of amplitude measured dial-up on a timegrapher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo box or papers. Comes with Watch Vault Travel Case and Watch Vault cleaning cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn excellent example of a rarely seen reference from one of the best era's of watchmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: LeCoultre\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReference: E 321\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCase Material: Stainless Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCase details: 35mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBracelet: Aftermarket leather\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMovement: JLC 812 Self Winding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDial: Silver\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHands: Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParaphernalia: Watch Vault Travel Case and Watch Vault cleaning cloth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrading: Excellent Vintage condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch Vault utilises the TZ grading system. Please see below for details.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jaeger-LeCoultre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51484762013860,"sku":"SH1159","price":2800.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0423\/7934\/6084\/files\/LeCoultreReferenceE328Automatic35mm-1950_sWatchVault01.jpg?v=1790051017","url":"https:\/\/www.watchvault.com.au\/products\/lecoultre-reference-e328-automatic-35mm-1950s","provider":"Watch Vault Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}