Here's a great, near-mint example of an Ernst Benz Chronoflite watch with a GMT complication (ETA 2893-2), from the Ernst Benz Great Circle collection. This watch retailed at over $3,000 when new. I'm asking $1,150 including Paypal and insured shipping within Canada. Boxes (inner and outer) are included as well as the unstamped warranty card and operating instructions. It's truly an elegant yet versatile piece of great Swiss watchmaking by a premium niche brand.
(Note, above photo is exactly representative of the watch I'm selling including the condition - I will post actual photos shortly).
Reason for Selling: You know the story - as much as I love and admire this piece every time I put it on, it's just not getting enough wrist time due to competition with the rest of my timepieces! And so, I've decided to dangle this on the market. At this point, I'm hoping for Canadian only sales (to avoid buyer concerns around duties, etc.) but may eventually decide to list on Timezone. Local viewing and face-to-face deal is available in the GTA. Inquiries via phone also available - respond with your contact info if interested.
Trades: I'd prefer to sell but I may consider trades (either up or down) - must have boxes and papers, and be in excellent condition - nothing over 43mm and no quartz.
If you're not already familiar with the brand, visit http://www.ernstbenz.com/ . Here's some info taken from their website:
THE HISTORY
As an aviator and inventor, Ernst Benz was distinctly aware of the need for accurate and instantly legible instruments while airborne. He came to develop an innovative aircraft instrument chronograph based on World War ll aviator military models. This design, The Benz Micro Aircraft Chronograph, became standard equipment for many single-engine planes, military trainers, jets and sailplanes, first in Europe and then throughout the world.
GREAT CIRCLE
The Great Circle collection is designed, developed and produced in Switzerland, a land forever associated with precision, creativity and talented artisans dedicated to maintaining their unrivaled watchmaking traditions. An extremely efficient timekeeper and genuine wrist instrument, The Great Circle Collection demonstrates the highest level of craftsmanship and thanks to the technological skill of the Ernst Benz workshops, these exceptionally finished timepieces are destined to become legends in the world of watchmaking.
Model: Ernst Benz Chronoflite GMT 20521B, Original Retail over $3,000
Size: 40mm (not incl crown)
Movement: Swiss Automatic ETA 2893-2, Incabloc shock protection, Glucydur Balance, Nivarox Alloy Hairspring
Functions: Hour, Minute, Seconds, Date, GMT
Bezel: Rotating bezel
Dial: Black with polished metal detail
Lume: on hour markers, hour/minute/GMT hands
Crystal: Sapphire
Water Resistant: 5 ATM
Bracelets/Straps included:
Operating instructions (included) are viewable online here: http://www.ernstbenz.com/popups/inst_chronoflite.pdf
(Note, above photo is exactly representative of the watch I'm selling including the condition - I will post actual photos shortly).
Reason for Selling: You know the story - as much as I love and admire this piece every time I put it on, it's just not getting enough wrist time due to competition with the rest of my timepieces! And so, I've decided to dangle this on the market. At this point, I'm hoping for Canadian only sales (to avoid buyer concerns around duties, etc.) but may eventually decide to list on Timezone. Local viewing and face-to-face deal is available in the GTA. Inquiries via phone also available - respond with your contact info if interested.
Trades: I'd prefer to sell but I may consider trades (either up or down) - must have boxes and papers, and be in excellent condition - nothing over 43mm and no quartz.
If you're not already familiar with the brand, visit http://www.ernstbenz.com/ . Here's some info taken from their website:
THE HISTORY
As an aviator and inventor, Ernst Benz was distinctly aware of the need for accurate and instantly legible instruments while airborne. He came to develop an innovative aircraft instrument chronograph based on World War ll aviator military models. This design, The Benz Micro Aircraft Chronograph, became standard equipment for many single-engine planes, military trainers, jets and sailplanes, first in Europe and then throughout the world.
GREAT CIRCLE
The Great Circle collection is designed, developed and produced in Switzerland, a land forever associated with precision, creativity and talented artisans dedicated to maintaining their unrivaled watchmaking traditions. An extremely efficient timekeeper and genuine wrist instrument, The Great Circle Collection demonstrates the highest level of craftsmanship and thanks to the technological skill of the Ernst Benz workshops, these exceptionally finished timepieces are destined to become legends in the world of watchmaking.
Model: Ernst Benz Chronoflite GMT 20521B, Original Retail over $3,000
Size: 40mm (not incl crown)
Movement: Swiss Automatic ETA 2893-2, Incabloc shock protection, Glucydur Balance, Nivarox Alloy Hairspring
Functions: Hour, Minute, Seconds, Date, GMT
Bezel: Rotating bezel
Dial: Black with polished metal detail
Lume: on hour markers, hour/minute/GMT hands
Crystal: Sapphire
Water Resistant: 5 ATM
Bracelets/Straps included:
- original Ernst Benz Stainless Steel bracelet with signed deployant clasp (all original links included)
- purchased Ernst Benz calf skin leather strap with signed Ernst Benz buckle (over $100 cost)
Operating instructions (included) are viewable online here: http://www.ernstbenz.com/popups/inst_chronoflite.pdf
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