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Gruen Pan American Pioneer
Gruen "Pan American Pioneer" men’s Retro Modern design wristwatch in 10K pink and white gold fill and steel, circa 1945.
The Gruen “Pan American” was originally produced starting in 1943 exclusively for Pan American Airways pilots during World War II. The “Pan American” watches were produced for public sale beginning in late 1945, with numerous variations produced. The "Pioneer" has a pink gold filled case with white gold filled lugs. This example is in excellent condition with only a few tiny specks of brassing to the lugs. Steel caseback is excellent and unengraved. The case measures 38mm long and 32mm wide. Original two-tone 24-hour dial is excellent, has gold embossed hour numerals. Has new acrylic crystal. This watch is powered by its correct 17-jewel Gruen grade 420SS manual wind movement, just serviced and running strong.
