Wyler
Lifeguard Dynawind, a stainless steel automatic diver wristwatch with date with inner rotating bezel, Circa 1970s
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Description
Paul Wyler was a pioneer. His development of the balance in 1896 improved the reliability and sturdiness of timepieces. Furthermore, the Incaflex system designed in 1927 was an innovative balance wheel with two curved elastic arms to assist with shock absorbance to the balance wheel as a means of protection. As a testament to durability, Wyler Genève dropped two timepieces successfully from the top of the Eiffel Tower in 1956. His watches are well respected by collectors due to their innovative features.
This Dynawind Diver from the 1970s is a perfect merging of that stereotypical '70s style and Wyler's innovative designs, including a one-piece monocoque case and an inner rotating bezel.
Honest Vintage: The Greg Selch Collection
A native New Yorker from a family of connoisseurs, Greg Selch has collected watches for over 20 years, among many other things. Over the years, Selch has become well-known for his passion: “orphan watches” as well as well-worn watches with patina, for which a term has been created: #selchism.
Condition Report
FairThe watch is in overall fair condition with visible wear throughout commensurate with age. Case is in overall fair condition with dents and scratches. Generic strap is in good condition. Dial has aged in a tropical state. Hands and markers have aged with patina. Crystal has heavy scratches. Caseback shows signs of scratches. The movement is running at the time of cataloging, however, it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. All watches sold in this collection are in their “as found” vintage state and may include replacement parts or modifications.
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Fits a wrist size of 7 inches or smaller.
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