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Antique metal universal watchmaker key from Switzerland, marked LA CENTRALE BIENNE SUISSE, dating to 1940–1950, measuring 16 cm high, 3 cm wide and 2 mm deep, in good condition with signs of age, including interchangeable tips and the original illustrated manual though incomplete due to missing tips.

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Former watchmaker's universal key – LA CENTRALE BIENNE SUISSE – opens Rolex cases / vintage watches
Old Swiss professional watchmaking tool marked:
LA CENTRALE – BIENNE SUISSE
Universal key used to open watch backs and screwed cases.
Set including:
the universal key,
several interchangeable tips/pads,
the original illustrated manual.
The manual mentions in particular use for certain cases of the Rolex type.
A very fine object for:
watchmaking tool collectors,
enthusiasts of vintage watches,
workshop decoration,
or use/restoration.
Estimated era: 1940s/1960s.
Condition: antique tool with normal signs of wear and age, sold as seen in photos.
Fairly rare item with original manual.
Not complete as the tips C,L,B,K are missing.

Former watchmaker's universal key – LA CENTRALE BIENNE SUISSE – opens Rolex cases / vintage watches
Old Swiss professional watchmaking tool marked:
LA CENTRALE – BIENNE SUISSE
Universal key used to open watch backs and screwed cases.
Set including:
the universal key,
several interchangeable tips/pads,
the original illustrated manual.
The manual mentions in particular use for certain cases of the Rolex type.
A very fine object for:
watchmaking tool collectors,
enthusiasts of vintage watches,
workshop decoration,
or use/restoration.
Estimated era: 1940s/1960s.
Condition: antique tool with normal signs of wear and age, sold as seen in photos.
Fairly rare item with original manual.
Not complete as the tips C,L,B,K are missing.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
0 g
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
Switzerland
Material
Metal
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
16 cm
Width
3 cm
Depth
2 mm
Estimated period
1940-1950
FranceVerified
79
Objects sold
92.86%
Private

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