Bidspirit auction | Newport Ultra High Frequency Electric

Newport Ultra High Frequency Electric West German Wristwatch Caliber 25 - This is a Newport Ultra High Frequency electric wristwatch manufactured in West Germany and distributed by R. Gsell and Company. The timepiece features a sunburst silver to champagne dial with applied gilt baton indices and a central red lightning bolt arrow symbol. The case is constructed from gold-plated base metal with a stainless steel case back. The internal electromechanical movement is a Caliber 25 seven-jewel engine, marked R. Gsell and Company, West Germany, and designated as unadjusted. The interior of the case back bears the stamp R. Gsell and Company Inc. West Germany. The watch is fitted with a black leather strap featuring a crocodile embossed pattern and a base metal buckle. Case size: 33 mm Total length: 8.5 inches. The watch is in fair to poor vintage condition. The acrylic crystal is heavily scratched and clouded throughout. The dial shows significant age-related spotting and patina. The gold-plated case exhibits widespread surface scratches and noticeable wear-through of the plating on the lugs and high points, with pitting present on the underside. The electromechanical movement is untested for functionality and may require a specialized battery. The leather strap is in poor condition, showing severe cracking, peeling, and disintegration.