About the reference
This reference file will distinguish signed dial variants, actual movement stamps, case markings and known parts exchanges. Subfamily markings vary; neither “Actus” nor “DX” should be assumed from the movement number alone.
Why it belongs in the archive
Ordinary watches often carry the richest evidence of how a generation actually lived.
Identification notes
Family-level context only. Reference-specific variant research pending.
Proper identification compares the reference, movement stamp, dial code, caseback or case construction, observed hands and dial, and period catalogs. Replacement parts and past service can create contradictions without establishing fraud or a precise production date.
Sources & research quality
We distinguish direct manufacturer or museum evidence from collector observations, dealer descriptions and anecdotal reports. Claims not yet supported are left visibly open.
- Further archival source verification is still pending.
Found an error? Contact us through the Research Desk, including a clear photograph of the relevant marking and the source of your proposed correction.
Documented specimens
None published through the Nurse Station pipeline yet. This stage intentionally demonstrates the reference layout without impersonating a real accession.