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Raymond Weil Genève Automatic Rectangular Tank Style Watch Small Secon - $784 (Naperville)
605 East Ogden Avenue near Columbia St.
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Elegant Swiss restraint with just enough Art Deco influence to keep things interesting. This Raymond Weil automatic carries the classic “modern Tank” silhouette: curved rectangular case, crisp white dial, Roman numerals, small seconds subdial, and an exhibition caseback showing the automatic movement at work.
This is the sort of watch worn by someone who owns at least one fountain pen intentionally, says “good tailoring matters,” and quietly judges oversized dive watches.
Condition
Pre-owned condition with visible but moderate wear consistent with careful use.
Running at time of photography
Automatic movement visible through exhibition caseback
Sapphire crystal
Original Raymond Weil signed deployant clasp
Leather strap shows wear and creasing from normal use
Case has light scratches/scuffs
Dial presents cleanly with excellent contrast and legibility
Overall presents very well on the wrist with strong dress-watch character.
Details
Brand: Raymond Weil Genève
Swiss Made
Automatic movement
Stainless steel case
Sapphire crystal
Exhibition/display caseback
Small seconds subdial
Date display
Curved rectangular/Tank-style case
Black leather strap
Raymond Weil signed deployant clasp
Visible caseback markings include:
Sapphire Crystal
Stainless Steel
Water Resistant
Swiss Made
Included
Watch with installed strap and deployant clasp only
No box or papers
Raymond Weil has always occupied an interesting lane in Swiss watchmaking — independent-minded, musically inspired branding, and generally excellent finishing relative to secondary-market pricing. Pieces like this are especially compelling because they deliver classic Swiss dress-watch aesthetics without the “sell a kidney for the privilege” tax.
Local pickup in Naperville by appointment.