LeCoultre Powermatic LK81

10ct Gold Filled, 34mm LeCoultre Powermatic Bumper Movement Wristwatch, circa 1950's

Description: (Jaeger) LeCoutre's calibre 481 was the very first production wristwatch to feature a power reserve indicator empowering wearers to see exactly how long the mainspring would run before needing winding it also used a bumper winding system: a semi-circular rotor that swings back and forth on springs. This LeCoultre Powermatic reference LK81 was built for the American market in the 1950's. Presented in running condition at time of cataloguing. Model: LeCoultre Powermatic Reference: LK81 Year: 1950's Material: 10ct gold filled case of American make (L&K) with fancy lugs Case Dimensions: 34mm diameter, 42mm lug to lug, 12.5mm thickness Dial and Hands: Silvered dial with dot and quarter Arabic markers Crystal: Arcylic domed plexiglass Calibre: Calibre 481 Powermatic, self-winding bumper movement with power reserve complication, 17 jewels, VNX import engraving Bracelet/Strap: Brown aftermarket, alligator print strap with gold plated buckle Box/Papers: None supplied, watch only Proceeds from the sale of this item will support the QEII National Trust (Ngā Kairauhī Papa), an organisation dedicated to protecting and preserving special areas of whenua/land and areas of ecological or cultural significance across Aotearoa New Zealand. Working in partnership with landowners, the Trust legally protects significant landscapes, native ecosystems and the biodiversity that lives within them, ensuring these taonga are safeguarded. With more than 5,000 protected areas, adding up to 180,000 hectares of land, QEII plays a vital role in conserving biodiversity and connecting people with the land. By participating in this auction, you are directly supporting this important kaupapa and helping to ensure that Aotearoa’s natural and cultural heritage can be enjoyed by future generations. All watches are sold "As Is". Webb's makes no guarantee of the future working order of the watch or battery life and timepieces may need to be serviced to improve accuracy. Generally, none of the watches have been tested for time keeping accuracy or running time, nor have any seals been tested on water-resistant watches. If they have been tested this is for indication purposes only and not guaranteed. Vintage watches may have been restored or repaired over the years and as such, Webb's cannot guarantee that individual component parts are original or of manufacturer origin.