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Expert: - 3/21/2008


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Hi Melvin: Is it possible to tell how old my Ingraham . The back cover has the E. Ingraham Co. Bristol Conn., and the number 59. I read your item and you said that the year of mfg. is in the front. Any help would help. Thank you CM

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Chuck,

My Grandfather used to carry an Ingraham.  He bought it when he was traveling to Connecticut for work during the war (WWII).

If you can open the watch and give me the serial number that is written on the movement, I will be able to give you a ballpark idea of the age.

Kind regards,

Melvin

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Melvin Mills

Expertise

I can answer questions regarding the repair of quartz watches and antique American pocket watches. I cannot give appraisals. My expertise is in watches, not clocks.

Experience

I am trained to repair quartz and mechanical watches, both modern and antique. My business focus is on quartz watches and antique pocket watches. I have been in this field for almost 5 years.

Organizations
I belong to the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC).

Education/Credentials
I am a Certified Master Horologist from the National Institute of Horology.

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