Hello,
I recently quite unexpectedly made what I believe is an incredible find.
Iāve always had a weak spot for old stuff and therefore often take a peak when I come across a flea market/thrift shop/yard sale to see if any treasures are to be found..
I came across this beautiful watch at a local yard sale in the Caribbean where I moved to 2 years ago, while going through boxes filled with old ashtrays, beer glasses, and vintage slides.
I purchased it for a handful of dollars and learned from the seller that it originally belonged to the seller's uncle who was an engineer in Caracas, Venezuela for many years before moving back to the islands in the 80s to retire, and sadly passed away not too long after.
I didn't know much about Enicar, but after doing some research online, I identified the watch as an Enicar Sherpa Graph Mk IV from 1967-68!!
I am hesitant to have it serviced locally, as I do not believe there is much experience here with vintage watches of this type.
I'm looking for a watchmaker in either the Miami area or in the Netherlands, who I could bring this to, to have it fully restored. Would anyone have suggestions?
I love vintage watches: having a vintage Minerva chronograph, and 2 art deco-era tank watches (Omega & Zenith), but I am by no means an expert!
From what I can see thus far:
- The watch needs a full cleaning/service.
- It has superficial rust spots on the case so it would need to be polished and buffed.
- It needs a new crystal.
- I would love to find NOS 60s rubber Tropic straps to fit the watch with!
From reading a few articles online, I understood that when you'd purchase a brand new Sherpa Graph in the store, and you'd acquire it without the steel bracelet, it would come with the rubber Tropic straps, is that correct?
Iāve always loved the 1960s era professional āworkhorseā watches (Omega Speedmaster, Heuer Monaco, Tag Heuer Carrera, Rolex Submariner ref 5512 etc.) and Iām incredibly excited to own a watch that is every bit as iconic as the ones I just mentioned!!
I'm curious what you think of this watch, and please don't hesitate to share tips or suggestions!
Greetings,
M.
I recently quite unexpectedly made what I believe is an incredible find.
Iāve always had a weak spot for old stuff and therefore often take a peak when I come across a flea market/thrift shop/yard sale to see if any treasures are to be found..
I came across this beautiful watch at a local yard sale in the Caribbean where I moved to 2 years ago, while going through boxes filled with old ashtrays, beer glasses, and vintage slides.
I purchased it for a handful of dollars and learned from the seller that it originally belonged to the seller's uncle who was an engineer in Caracas, Venezuela for many years before moving back to the islands in the 80s to retire, and sadly passed away not too long after.
I didn't know much about Enicar, but after doing some research online, I identified the watch as an Enicar Sherpa Graph Mk IV from 1967-68!!
I am hesitant to have it serviced locally, as I do not believe there is much experience here with vintage watches of this type.
I'm looking for a watchmaker in either the Miami area or in the Netherlands, who I could bring this to, to have it fully restored. Would anyone have suggestions?
I love vintage watches: having a vintage Minerva chronograph, and 2 art deco-era tank watches (Omega & Zenith), but I am by no means an expert!
From what I can see thus far:
- The watch needs a full cleaning/service.
- It has superficial rust spots on the case so it would need to be polished and buffed.
- It needs a new crystal.
- I would love to find NOS 60s rubber Tropic straps to fit the watch with!
From reading a few articles online, I understood that when you'd purchase a brand new Sherpa Graph in the store, and you'd acquire it without the steel bracelet, it would come with the rubber Tropic straps, is that correct?
Iāve always loved the 1960s era professional āworkhorseā watches (Omega Speedmaster, Heuer Monaco, Tag Heuer Carrera, Rolex Submariner ref 5512 etc.) and Iām incredibly excited to own a watch that is every bit as iconic as the ones I just mentioned!!
I'm curious what you think of this watch, and please don't hesitate to share tips or suggestions!
Greetings,
M.
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Another absolutely iconic watch, worn by Jean-Claude Killy during his Alpine skiing (and race car years from 1967 to 1970).
) and Iāll be making sure both watches are restored to their former glory.