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About Zenith Respirator . . .
Hello Friends,
Although I generally interested in Jeager LeCoultre s, while I was searching for vintage watches in an auction web site, I have seen a square watch which called Zenith Respirator.
When I saw the photo I have shocked, because this was my grandfather’s watch which has already stored in my archive.
I immediately went and opened up the package. Yes
It was almost the same.
And then I started to search about this watch and gathered some information.
If you have any information about this watch, Could you share them with me, please?
Do you have any idea about the price of it? (I won't sell it but as you have also seen from the photo, it needs repair.)
Do you have any idea about the value of it?
Do you have any idea about the rarity of it?
With my Best,
DhanUlu
P.S. : Last time I have gotten one single reply with an unknown language. Therefore, I am renewing my question . . .
Although I generally interested in Jeager LeCoultre s, while I was searching for vintage watches in an auction web site, I have seen a square watch which called Zenith Respirator.
When I saw the photo I have shocked, because this was my grandfather’s watch which has already stored in my archive.
I immediately went and opened up the package. Yes
It was almost the same.And then I started to search about this watch and gathered some information.
If you have any information about this watch, Could you share them with me, please?
Do you have any idea about the price of it? (I won't sell it but as you have also seen from the photo, it needs repair.)
Do you have any idea about the value of it?
Do you have any idea about the rarity of it?
With my Best,
DhanUlu
P.S. : Last time I have gotten one single reply with an unknown language. Therefore, I am renewing my question . . .
Hi, Dhan . . .
. . . the Respirator models were manufactured from the late '60s thru the mid '70s, and were designed to be more water resistant than usual. All Respirators were square or rectangular in shape, and were similar in design to EPSA Compressor 2 cases.
These are uncommon watches, and esteemed by collectors; I believe Tony C has one, and wouldn't be surprised if there are a few others floating about in our community. Regarding monetary value, we prefer not to discuss these matters on PuristSPro, but anyone with information is encouraged to inform Dhan by private message.
Cordially, Art
These are uncommon watches, and esteemed by collectors; I believe Tony C has one, and wouldn't be surprised if there are a few others floating about in our community. Regarding monetary value, we prefer not to discuss these matters on PuristSPro, but anyone with information is encouraged to inform Dhan by private message.
Cordially, Art
Some respirators.
Yes, I have a few (the middle one isn't a Respirator). Very nice watches.
The Respirator name seems to relate to the fact that their waterproofing uses the fact that water pressure increases with depth to push the crystal more firmly against a rubber seal and the case, thus (allegedly) increasing the water resistance. You can open the case simply by pushing the crystal with your thumbs and it and the movement pops out.
Dave
And this is mine . . .
Mine is that; Sorry for the bad quality photo. The dial is a bit different than yours . . .
I have tried to pop the movement up but it is not opened for almost 30 years. Therefore, It didn't work
I will go to a repairman tomorrow, Hopefully, He will manage to open it . . .
Dhan
I have tried to pop the movement up but it is not opened for almost 30 years. Therefore, It didn't work
I will go to a repairman tomorrow, Hopefully, He will manage to open it . . .
Dhan
Mine is not quite square
Hi.
I have some respirators here, but they are not so square
and I also have some squares but they are not water proof.
