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Heads-Up: Smiths Movement In A Benson Watch

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For those of you who might like a repair job on a very nice Smiths movement, there's a Benson watch on eBay. Looks in crappy condition, but the movement looks promising for a tinkerer...

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-JW-Benson-LONDON-Made-in-England-Gents-Wristwatch-Dennison-cased-/171447978579?pt=UK_Jewelery_Watches_Watches_MensWatches_GL&hash=item27eb188a53

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