Vintage Crusader Watch Movement – 15 Jewels – Swiss Made – Spares/Repair

Description:
Vintage Crusader manual wind watch movement complete with its original signed dial, blued steel hands, and original dust cover. The movement is Swiss made and jewelled with 15 rubies. A charming early vintage wristwatch movement with attractive period styling and original components retained. The movement winds and the balance appears intact, however it does not currently run and is therefore being sold for spares or repair. The stem tube on the dust cover is also damaged.

Maker History:
Crusader was one of many smaller Swiss watch brands producing affordable wristwatches during the early-to-mid 20th century. These watches commonly used reliable generic Swiss movements supplied by specialist manufacturers and were often sold through jewellers and department stores internationally.

Key Details:
• Maker: Crusader
• Swiss made
• 15 rubies / 15 jewels
• Manual wind movement
• Original signed Crusader dial
• Original blued steel hands
• Original dust cover included
• Serial Number: 88475
• Calibre: Unknown

Dimensions:
• Movement Diameter: 17.5mm
• Movement Size in Ligne: Approx. 7¾ Ligne
• Dial Diameter: 19.7mm

Condition:
• Sold as spares or repair
• Winds, but does not run
• Balance appears intact
• Stem tube damaged
• General age-related wear and marks throughout
• Scratches, spotting, and wear to the dial and outer edges
• Dust cover shows wear and tarnishing
• Some oxidation and dirt present around the movement edge
• No case, crown, or crystal included
• Service history unknown
• Supplied exactly as photographed

Summary:
A nice small-sized vintage Swiss watch movement complete with its original dial, hands, and rare surviving dust cover. Ideal for restoration, parts, or display, with attractive blued hands and classic early wristwatch styling.

Postage & Shipping:
As usual, this item will be packaged carefully and dispatched with tracking. International shipping is available upon request.

Important Notes About Antique & Vintage Watches & Movements:
This item is a vintage watch movement and has not been professionally time tested or serviced unless stated otherwise. No guarantee is given regarding accuracy, reliability, completeness, or long-term performance. Service history is unknown and repair or replacement parts may be required before use. Vintage movements may contain wear, ageing, corrosion, replacement parts, or hidden faults not immediately apparent. Sold strictly as a vintage collectible, restoration piece, or for spares and repair rather than as a modern timekeeping instrument.