An Ultra slim Baume & Mercier 18k gold ultra thin tank watch with nice diamond dot dial and a spare strap. Model reference 17607.
HOW DO WE DATE THIS WATCH?
This extra plat movement design was first introduced in 1990. The case carries Swiss hallmarks, which doesn’t have any dating information on them. We have found a similar reference watch with papers for 1991, so with the lack of any other information we are estimating this was made circa 1991 too.
CONDITION
A tank watch is a generic term for rectangular cases, but this watch is so slim that it doesn’t seem appropriate. Any watch under 5.0mm thick can be classed as ultra slim, and this is comfortably inside this. Part of the reason for this is the incredibly slim movement, which although branded Baume & Mercier is based on an ETA design – from top to bottom it is only 1.9mm thick! It was also used by Longines and Omega, as well as others. We will install a brand new battery before sending the watch out to the new owner. But you don’t see the movement, you see the dial and this is where this model shines – literally! The diamonds used on all twelve hour markers are very good – the video is probably the best way to see them in changing lights. The case is very clean, and still has the signed crown. The black leather strap is used, and this watch also comes with a new brown Baume & Mercier leather strap too. You can have either fitted prior to delivery – just ask. The Baume and Mercier original buckle is gold plated.
This watch will be supplied with our branded presentation box and our Certificate of Authenticity.
Please see the HD video for more detail. All photos and videos are part of the description and are of the actual watch unless mentioned. We do not photoshop any pictures, and the images are copyright of birthyearwatches.com and should not be used without permission.
SIZE
Width with crown 25.3 mm
Width without crown 24.0 mm
Between lugs 17 mm
Lug to lug length 29.9 mm
Case Thickness 4.5 mm
All sizes are approximate. The watch is photographed on a wrist of 190mm/7.5 inches and on a wrist of 150mm/6 inches.
Included with this watch is a 3 month guarantee and free delivery to UK addresses. If you live outside the UK we can still deliver to most countries. Please see our Worldwide Shipping information, or Contact Us. Payment can be made by most credit or debit cards, bank transfer or PayPal.
From 1st September 2021 we will be planting a tree for every watch we sell, working with the International Tree Foundation (Est 1922) to make this business positive on carbon. By buying anything pre owned you are effectively reusing what already exists, but this takes it further and makes us feel good.
