{"product_id":"vintage-crusader-watch-movement-15-jewels-swiss-made-spares-repair","title":"Vintage Crusader Watch Movement – 15 Jewels – Swiss Made – Spares\/Repair","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"574\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"94\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"97\"\u003eVintage 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"576\" data-end=\"895\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"576\" data-end=\"594\"\u003eMaker History:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"597\"\u003eCrusader 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"897\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"897\" data-end=\"913\"\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"916\"\u003e• Maker: Crusader\u003cbr data-start=\"933\" data-end=\"936\"\u003e• Swiss made\u003cbr data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"951\"\u003e• 15 rubies \/ 15 jewels\u003cbr data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"977\"\u003e• Manual wind movement\u003cbr data-start=\"999\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003e• Original signed Crusader dial\u003cbr data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1036\"\u003e• Original blued steel hands\u003cbr data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003e• Original dust cover included\u003cbr data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1100\"\u003e• Serial Number: 88475\u003cbr data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1125\"\u003e• Calibre: Unknown\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1273\" data-end=\"1276\"\u003e• Movement Diameter: 17.5mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003e• Movement Size in Ligne: Approx. 7¾ Ligne\u003cbr data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003e• Dial Diameter: 19.7mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1819\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1392\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003e• Sold as spares or repair\u003cbr data-start=\"1421\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003e• Winds, but does not run\u003cbr data-start=\"1449\" data-end=\"1452\"\u003e• Balance appears intact\u003cbr data-start=\"1476\" data-end=\"1479\"\u003e• Stem tube damaged\u003cbr data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003e• General age-related wear and marks throughout\u003cbr data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003e• Scratches, spotting, and wear to the dial and outer edges\u003cbr data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1613\"\u003e• Dust cover shows wear and tarnishing\u003cbr data-start=\"1651\" data-end=\"1654\"\u003e• Some oxidation and dirt present around the movement edge\u003cbr data-start=\"1712\" data-end=\"1715\"\u003e• No case, crown, or crystal included\u003cbr data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1755\"\u003e• Service history unknown\u003cbr data-start=\"1780\" data-end=\"1783\"\u003e• Supplied exactly as photographed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1821\" data-end=\"2062\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1821\" data-end=\"1833\"\u003eSummary:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1833\" data-end=\"1836\"\u003eA 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.\u003cstrong data-start=\"2064\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2134\" data-end=\"2286\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2134\" data-end=\"2157\"\u003ePostage \u0026amp; Shipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2157\" data-end=\"2160\"\u003eAs usual, this item will be packaged carefully and dispatched with tracking. International shipping is available upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2288\" data-end=\"2904\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2288\" data-end=\"2352\"\u003eImportant Notes About Antique \u0026amp; Vintage Watches \u0026amp; Movements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2352\" data-end=\"2355\"\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crusader","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53124857594123,"sku":"1759\/28","price":21.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/6560\/9995\/files\/97318256-1CE6-4772-AF51-4D60021D2200_1_201_a.jpg?v=1779259000","url":"https:\/\/bowles.ltd\/products\/vintage-crusader-watch-movement-15-jewels-swiss-made-spares-repair","provider":"Bowles Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}