{"product_id":"benfre-as-1240-swiss-watch-movement-dial-19-7mm-spares-repair","title":"BENFRE (AS 1240) Swiss Watch Movement with Dial – 19.7mm – For Spares or Repair","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBench offering: a BENFRE Swiss watch movement, manufactured by AS and fitted with its original BENFRE branded dial and hands. The movement is identified as AS calibre 1240, a robust Swiss manual wind from a respected ébauche maker. This piece winds and the balance appears OK, but it is offered for spares or repair only, as the full fault is unknown. The original dial, showing typical age-related patina and edge wear, is present along with the gold coloured hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaker: AS, for BENFRE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalibre: 1240\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMovement type: Manual wind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJewel count: 17 jewels (marked on dial and movement)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDial: BENFRE signed, gold applique numerals and indices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHands: Two gold tone hands plus sweep seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncabloc shock protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwiss made\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal dial and hands included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMovement diameter: Approx. 19.7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor spares or repair – full fault unknown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalance appears OK, mainspring winds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDial shows notable patina, lume and gold plating wear, and edge marks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHands show some corrosion and loss to gilt finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo obvious missing wheels or components, but movement is untested for running or timekeeping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied as pictured, no stem or additional parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSummary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA useful Swiss BENFRE (AS 1240) movement – ideal for repair projects or as a donor for parts. Please study photographs for detail prior to purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePostage \u0026amp; Shipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs usual, this item will be packaged carefully and dispatched with tracking. International shipping is available upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Notes About Antique \u0026amp; Vintage Watches \u0026amp; Movements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage movement is supplied strictly for repair, restoration or spares. No guarantee of function, accuracy, or reliability can be given. Specialist watchmaking knowledge is required for installation, diagnosis, and repair.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BENFRE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53231154757899,"sku":"1759\/70","price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/6560\/9995\/files\/fb6bd4a21ac7bc47ff01a1127d21990a.jpg?v=1783601877","url":"https:\/\/bowles.ltd\/products\/benfre-as-1240-swiss-watch-movement-dial-19-7mm-spares-repair","provider":"Bowles Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}